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#63 – Vitalik Buterin on better ways to fund public goods, blockchain's failures, & effective giving

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Navigating Coordination in Global Challenges

This chapter examines the difficulties of collective action in addressing global issues such as poverty and environmental sustainability. It discusses the limitations of current funding mechanisms for public goods and explores innovative solutions like blockchain technology and quadratic funding to enhance participation. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration and effective coordination in transforming altruistic desires into impactful initiatives.

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