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Is there a future for Bitcoin? An investor and a skeptic make their case

Decoder with Nilay Patel

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Bitcoin: Perspectives and Polarization

This chapter explores the contrasting views on Bitcoin, featuring insights from both advocates and skeptics of the cryptocurrency. It discusses Bitcoin's role as a financially viable alternative to traditional currencies, particularly in countries facing economic instability, while also scrutinizing its limitations. The conversation navigates the implications of adopting decentralized currencies versus foreign fiat, examining the broader philosophical and economic themes surrounding Bitcoin's evolution.

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