#231 – Alex Gladstein: Bitcoin, Authoritarianism, and Human Rights
Lex Fridman Podcast
Navigating Conflict and Currency: The Bitcoin Paradigm
This chapter reflects on the personal impacts of major historical events, particularly 9/11 and the Iraq War, leading to a passion for political science and human rights. It critically examines the motivations behind the Iraq invasion while exploring Bitcoin's role in modern geopolitics and the potential for shifting monetary systems. The discussion underscores the importance of technology in fostering freedom and autonomy, contrasting the ideals of free societies with the realities of authoritarian regimes.
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