The Tom Woods Show Ep. 2635 Marty Bent on Bitcoin, Not "Crypto"
Apr 24, 2025
Marty Bent, founder of TFTC and managing partner at Ten31, is an outspoken advocate for Bitcoin and liberty. He delves into the potential drivers of Bitcoin price surges and argues why Bitcoin is superior to other crypto assets. The discussion addresses the profitability challenges Bitcoin miners face and emphasizes innovative solutions like alternative energy. Bent critiques capital gains taxes on Bitcoin, suggesting they hinder adoption. The conversation embodies an optimistic vision for Bitcoin’s future in an evolving regulatory landscape.
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Optimism for Liberty's Future
- Liberty-minded individuals working to build tools for freedom will ultimately win over centralized control.
- Recent resistance to government overreach shows growing potential for liberty to prevail.
Bitcoin as Superior Monetary Asset
- Bitcoin competes as a monetary asset, not just on tech features like privacy.
- Bitcoin has superior monetary properties, while privacy features grow as layers on top.
Bitcoin Mining Profitability Strategies
- Bitcoin mining success depends on securing the lowest electricity costs, often from wasted or stranded energy.
- Miners also add revenue by participating in grid demand response and financial services.