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Scarce Assets E007: Alex Gladstein - Bitcoin is a Global Life Raft

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Global Disparities and Financial Privilege

This chapter explores the disparities in currency management and financial privilege worldwide, shedding light on the impact on less fortunate individuals. It emphasizes the connections between financial privilege, energy access, and societal freedoms, exploring the transformative potential of Bitcoin in addressing these issues. The discussion also highlights the challenges faced by individuals in regions like Malawi due to fiat currency vulnerabilities and lack of financial options, contrasting the ease of transactions for those with more stable assets.

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