[IanCal]

> Why do you think you can dismiss the obvious claim that cryptocurrencies are a form of decentralized finance with a "no, it isn't"?

They are or can be a form of decentralised finance. That doesn't mean a system that is totally parallel to the legal system. And, again, different people intend different things with it. It's definitely not all "code is law" people.

[Xelynega]

What "intended uses" are there for it other than being an unregulated options market with constant scams and a "code is law" tool?

I would imagine any other legitimate use would be served better by traditional database/finance systems.