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Earn Your Leisure

Why Bitcoin's Scarcity Drives It's Value

Dec 17, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Caleb Silver, an expert in capital markets, provides insights into Bitcoin's unique value proposition. He highlights Bitcoin’s capped supply of 21 million coins, which fuels its demand. Caleb explains the complex and energy-intensive mining process, illustrating how it impacts Bitcoin’s value over time. He also compares Bitcoin's impressive returns to traditional investments like the S&P 500 and highlights growing institutional interest from firms like Fidelity. Discover why Bitcoin is still in its early adoption phase!
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  • Bitcoin's capped supply of 21 million coins creates scarcity, driving its value and making it a highly sought-after asset.
  • In the past five years, Bitcoin has dramatically outperformed traditional investments, highlighting its potential for significant returns amid growing institutional interest.

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