Moonshots with Peter Diamandis EP #9 The Future is Bitcoin w/ Michael Saylor
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Oct 27, 2022 Michael Saylor, co-founder and executive chairman of MicroStrategy, dives into the transformative potential of Bitcoin. He discusses how Bitcoin could redefine property rights and act as a superior store of value compared to traditional assets like gold. Saylor emphasizes Bitcoin's role in reshaping global wealth, especially in emerging markets, and its capacity for direct value transfer without intermediaries. The conversation also touches on the future of cyberspace and the importance of innovative economic systems in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
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Property Value Debasement
- The value of property, like city blocks or stocks, is susceptible to various forms of debasement.
- These include taxes, regulation, seizure, inflation, and market fluctuations, making long-term value preservation challenging.
Taxation and Land Ownership
- Land and buildings, commonly seen as stable assets, face constant value erosion from taxes.
- True long-term ownership requires navigating political and economic systems, often favoring those in power.
Bitcoin as Inclusive Property
- Michael Saylor discusses the limitations of traditional investments, highlighting that not everyone can afford fractional ownership of expensive assets.
- Bitcoin, however, offers accessibility to property rights at any scale, making it a universally inclusive investment.