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Emergency Episode: Why This Financial Crisis Is Worse Than 2008 | Balaji Srinivasan Pt 1

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Jun 15, 2023
Balaji Srinivasan, author of "The Network State" and former CTO of Coinbase, dives into the unsettling landscape of today's economy. He shares his bold $1M Bitcoin bet to highlight the dangers of excessive money printing. Discussing the historical cycles of empires, Balaji warns of potential financial collapse and advocates for alternative currencies. He also critiques the current financial system and explores the concept of the Network State, urging listeners to rethink preparation for an uncertain future.
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INSIGHT

Fiat Crisis Imminent

  • The U.S. economy faces a severe crisis, worse than 2008, due to the devaluation of treasuries.
  • This devaluation makes treasuries the "new toxic waste" threatening the financial system.
ANECDOTE

Historical Cycles of Collapse

  • The longer it has been since the last deleveraging, the less cautious people become.
  • Historical cycles show empires and reserve currencies collapse, leading to catastrophic consequences.
INSIGHT

Predictive Power

  • Balaji Srinivasan accurately predicted the COVID-19 response and civil unrest.
  • He uses long-term trend analysis, similar to his angel investing approach.
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