This Week in Startups Inflation warnings and hedge strategy, Bitcoin ETF, Hindenburg’s Tether bounty + Startup Checklist E3 | E1309
Oct 21, 2021
Inflation fears take center stage as an expert emphasizes the shift to Bitcoin as a hedge over gold. The discussion includes the excitement around a new Bitcoin ETF and Hindenburg Research's intriguing bounty for Tether information. Additionally, the startup checklist offers crucial insights on understanding customer profiles, highlighting effective strategies for targeting and delighting ideal customers. The conversation wraps up with the implications of market changes and the evolving landscape of cryptocurrencies.
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Inflation Warning
- Paul Tudor Jones, a respected hedge fund manager, warns about inflation's persistence.
- He believes it poses significant threats to financial markets and society.
Inflation Drivers
- Inflation, driven by increased money supply (M2) and other factors, isn't transitory.
- This poses a threat as it reduces purchasing power and widens the gap between income and affordability.
Economic Indigestion
- Jason Calacanis believes current economic issues stem from excessive stimulus and reduced workforce participation.
- He calls this "economic indigestion" and suggests it will take time to resolve.