We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network BTC189: Prince Philip of Serbia on Bitcoin (Bitcoin Podcast)
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Jul 3, 2024 
Prince Philip of Serbia, a passionate advocate for Bitcoin, shares his transformative journey from finance to cryptocurrency champion. He highlights Bitcoin's potential for financial sovereignty and inclusion, and intriguingly discusses synergies between Bitcoin and monarchy. The conversation touches on the environmental impact of traditional banking systems, challenges of Bitcoin adoption in Serbia, and his vision for a Bitcoin nation-state, showcasing an innovative perspective on the future of global finance.
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Prince Philip's Bitcoin Journey
- Prince Philip first heard about Bitcoin in 2011 when Wikileaks started accepting it after Visa and Mastercard were pulled from their donation page.
- He initially dismissed it but bought some Bitcoin in 2017 following a friend's advice, also dabbling in other cryptocurrencies.
COVID's Impact on Prince Philip
- The COVID pandemic and subsequent lockdowns triggered Prince Philip to seriously study Bitcoin.
- Witnessing the money printing and realizing he could work remotely from anywhere led him to move to Belgrade and dive deeper into Bitcoin.
Moving to Belgrade
- Prince Philip moved to Belgrade during the pandemic and observed Serbia's more open approach compared to the West.
- This contrast further solidified his belief in Bitcoin and its potential for individual sovereignty.