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#176 – Robert Breedlove: Philosophy of Bitcoin from First Principles

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The Philosophy of Money: From Gold to Bitcoin

This chapter explores the philosophical implications of money, tracing its evolution from gold to Bitcoin. It examines how money reflects societal values and discusses its key characteristics, such as scarcity and portability, while highlighting the vulnerabilities of fiat currencies. The conversation ultimately presents Bitcoin as a transformative force in modern monetary systems, enhancing the properties of money in ways that historical forms could not.

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