#127 – Sam Bankman-Fried on taking a high-risk approach to crypto and doing good
80,000 Hours Podcast
00:00
Revolutionizing Finance: Blockchain and Beyond
This chapter explores the transformative potential of blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and decentralized finance (DeFi) in improving access to financial markets. It critiques traditional economic systems for their inefficiencies and emphasizes the advantages of crypto, including transparency and lower costs. The discussion also touches on social media interoperability and the challenges faced by individual investors in navigating an uneven economic landscape.
Transcript
Play full episode
