#127 – Sam Bankman-Fried on taking a high-risk approach to crypto and doing good
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Innovating Philanthropy Post-Pandemic
This chapter explores the formation of the FTX Foundation and its shift towards structured philanthropic initiatives to address global challenges, particularly in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic. It discusses the balance between risk-taking and caution in funding, advocating for innovative solutions that could enhance public health responses and effective altruism. The conversation emphasizes the importance of fostering a cultural shift towards funding high-impact projects that prioritize substantial positive outcomes over exhaustive evidence of effectiveness.
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