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Currency COLLAPSE Happening NOW – MAJOR Nation About To Go All-IN Bitcoin?

Dec 30, 2025
A major currency collapse is reshaping Iran's economy, prompting discussions about Bitcoin as a safe haven. Protests surge as the rial plummets, forcing citizens to seek alternatives to fiat money. Insights from Lebanon and other nations illustrate how chaos drives a shift towards Bitcoin. The hosts explore market dynamics, the role of institutions, and long-term trends in cryptocurrencies versus precious metals. As optimism for Bitcoin grows, there are also critical perspectives on the broader financial landscape and government accountability.
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INSIGHT

Currency Collapse Sparks Flight To Alternatives

  • Iran's currency collapse has triggered mass protests and threatens regime stability.
  • Hunter Horsley and Alex Gladstein note Bitcoin offers a protection when local money fails.
ANECDOTE

Barber From Lebanon Pays In Bitcoin

  • Ben's barber from Lebanon requests Bitcoin payments after living through currency collapse.
  • He explained once you've lost everything, you stop holding the currency and adapt your behavior.
INSIGHT

Adoption Follows Urgency And Digital Familiarity

  • Adoption speed depends on urgency and demographics; youth and black markets prime Bitcoin use.
  • Nathan says digital-native generations will accelerate adoption as they assume digital value models.
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