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#173 – Nic Carter: Bitcoin Core Values, Layered Scaling, and Blocksize Debates

Lex Fridman Podcast

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Bitcoin's Future: Challenges and Parallels

This chapter explores the thought experiment regarding Bitcoin's potential relevance in the future, discussing scenarios that could lead to its obsolescence. It draws parallels between Bitcoin's decentralized origins and George Washington's relinquishment of power, while also examining the coexistence of Bitcoin and Ethereum in the cryptocurrency space. Delving into the intricacies of both networks, the chapter emphasizes the importance of equitable distribution and the philosophical commitments behind their governance.

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