Honestly with Bari Weiss

The Future of Money with Brian Armstrong

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Feb 27, 2025
Brian Armstrong, co-founder and CEO of Coinbase, delves into the evolving world of cryptocurrency, explaining its potential to reshape the financial landscape. He discusses Bitcoin as a future cornerstone of finance, amidst its volatile reputation. Armstrong addresses the intersection of crypto and politics, including regulatory challenges and public perceptions. He also highlights the importance of transparency in regaining trust following past fraud cases, while advocating for innovative financial solutions to empower underserved communities.
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INSIGHT

Doge and Small Government

  • Brian Armstrong supports Doge's small government philosophy, believing the private sector is more efficient.
  • He thinks the government's role should be limited, with private industry taking the lead.
INSIGHT

D.C.'s Tech Gap

  • Peter Thiel believes D.C. is technologically backwards and can't stop its progress.
  • Armstrong agrees, citing the Biden administration's AI executive order as evidence.
ANECDOTE

Coinbase's Political Involvement

  • Coinbase invested heavily in the past election, primarily supporting pro-crypto Republicans.
  • This was due to feeling targeted by the SEC, Gary Gensler, and Elizabeth Warren.
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