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Why Everything You Think You Know About Money Is Wrong

Merryn Talks Money

CHAPTER

The Evolution of Money: From Ancient Tokens to Bitcoin

This chapter explores the historical development of money, comparing ancient currencies like Ashanga bones and Rye Stones to modern innovations such as Bitcoin and blockchain technology. The discussion highlights the gradual nature of monetary evolution, the misconceptions around cryptocurrency, and the transformative impact of mobile technologies on financial systems, particularly in regions without traditional banking.

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