A Hacker News thread discusses the implications of "sleeping beauty" Bitcoin wallets waking up after 14 years, releasing $2 billion worth of Bitcoin back into circulation. User throw0101d argues that lost or dormant coins contribute to a smaller usable Bitcoin supply, potentially worsening deflation. Others counter that deflation is desirable for Bitcoin as a store of value, similar to gold, incentivizing holding rather than spending. This debate touches on Bitcoin's suitability as a currency versus an investment asset, a key argument being its limited supply, which prevents inflation through printing more coins. A related discussion with more activity can be found at a linked thread. Links to a list of dormant Bitcoin addresses and additional resources on deflationary spirals are also provided.