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Read_866 - Island Economics: Why Exploitation & Perpetual Wars are Rational Under FIAT
Jan 29, 2025
Explore how the fiat currency system drives exploitation and perpetual conflict, questioning if true economic freedom is possible. Delve into the implications of the Impossible Trinity in finance and the transformative potential of Bitcoin as an incorruptible monetary system. The discussion critiques current economic paradigms, advocating for sustainable practices over debt. Uncover the false narratives surrounding slavery as a source of wealth and examine how a Bitcoin standard could reshape wealth and well-being across nations.
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- The fiat currency system inherently fosters conflict and exploitation as rational responses to its economic incentives, perpetuating cycles of war.
- Transitioning to a decentralized currency like Bitcoin encourages collaboration and sustainability, redefining economic relationships toward fairness and long-term well-being.
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Conflict as a Rational Outcome
Conflict and exploitation in the global order may not merely be anomalies, but rather rational responses to the existing economic incentives shaped by fiat currency and perpetual money printing. The systems underpinning the current world economy create a zero-sum game scenario, where nations engage in military dominance and exploitation of foreign countries. This design fosters a relentless pursuit of growth, compelling nations to resort to conflict despite the potential for cooperation and collaboration to create greater value. Ultimately, the very structure of fiat systems appears to perpetuate cycles of war and dominion.
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