#168 – Silvio Micali: Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, Algorand, Bitcoin, and Ethereum
Lex Fridman Podcast
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Intelligence, Identity, and Cryptographic Complexity
This chapter investigates the intertwined nature of intelligence and identity through the lens of Satoshi Nakamoto and Bitcoin, positing that creations can define individuals more than their personal identities. It explores the foundational roles of one-way functions and true randomness in cryptography, alongside the philosophical implications of determinism and free will. The discussion extends to the challenges posed by quantum computing on traditional cryptographic principles, highlighting the importance of complexity in understanding both technology and life.
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