Stephan Livera Podcast

The Dynamics of Bitcoin's Price Growth with PlanC and Sminston | SLP621

Dec 2, 2024
Explore the fascinating world of Bitcoin as experts dive into the power law's impact on its price dynamics. Discover how diminishing returns shape growth and why Bitcoin's volatility is decreasing over time. Learn about the power law's predictive power and its surprising accuracy, alongside the effects of adoption and liquidity. They discuss the 'S-curve' phenomenon and its parallels with past tech trends. The conversation also highlights market stability, potential fluctuations, and the importance of historical patterns for current investors.
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Introduction

  • Stephan Livera introduces PlanC and Sminston, highlighting their work on power law and Bitcoin analysis.
  • He sets the stage for a discussion on how power law applies to Bitcoin.
INSIGHT

Power Law and Bitcoin Price

  • Bitcoin’s price follows a power law, requiring more time for equivalent price increases as its market cap grows.
  • Volatility diminishes systematically, currently at a 45% compound annual growth rate, projected to decrease to 25% over 10 years.
INSIGHT

Power Law vs. Exponential Growth

  • Power law, unlike exponential growth, has a changing growth rate, implying long-term sustainability and resilience for Bitcoin.
  • It suggests Bitcoin's growth will continue, albeit at a slowing rate, over long periods.
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