In this engaging conversation, Marko Zlatic from WhiteBoard Finance, a financial literacy educator, discusses the transformative power of Bitcoin. He shares his journey from skepticism to advocacy, emphasizing the need for financial education. Marko explores Bitcoin's potential to defund war and the psychological barriers younger generations face with traditional capitalism. He also stresses the importance of self-custody in cryptocurrency ownership and offers strategies for navigating the evolving financial landscape amidst both fiat and Bitcoin realities.
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Bitcoin As The Greatest Form Of Money
Marko realized Bitcoin's value after studying monetary history and buying in 2017.
He calls it the greatest form of money due to limited supply and sound-money properties.
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Adoption Will Come Through Institutions
Mainstream adoption likely needs institutions to 'financialize' Bitcoin, not just grassroots.
Marko argues ETFs, brokerages and corporate treasuries act as a Trojan horse for normies.
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Use Traditional Accounts As On‑Ramps
Use existing financial rails (401ks, IRAs, brokerages) to ease Bitcoin adoption for ordinary paychecks.
Accept controversy and use those tools as on-ramps for wider adoption.
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