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Unplugging from the Matrix with Dr. Jack Kruse (WiM545)

The "What is Money?" Show

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Cryptography, Crime, and the Birth of Bitcoin

This chapter explores the historical ties between key figures in cryptography and financial technology, particularly focusing on Lansky's post-prison endeavors and his collaboration with tech innovator David Shum. It examines the influence of organized crime on the development of digital currencies, the evolution of Bitcoin, and the significant contributions of a young PhD candidate in this field. The narrative intertwines themes of time, control, and the fight against centralized financial systems, illustrating the complex interplay between innovation and historical figures associated with both crime and technology.

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