Intelligence Squared

Debate: Bitcoin vs Gold with Anthony Scaramucci and Peter Schiff

Aug 24, 2021

In a lively debate, Anthony Scaramucci, the founder of SkyBridge Capital who champions Bitcoin, faces off against Peter Schiff, an economist and gold advocate. They tackle if Bitcoin or gold holds more value amid economic uncertainty post-COVID-19. The conversation dives into the volatility of Bitcoin compared to gold's historical reliability, the legitimacy issues surrounding cryptocurrency, and the influence of large Bitcoin investors or 'whales' on market dynamics. Audience participation spices up the spirited exchange!

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Intro

4min

Bitcoin vs. Gold: A Modern Debate

22min

The Tangible Value of Gold vs the Intangible Nature of Bitcoin

2min

Debating Bitcoin's Legitimacy and Ownership Diversity

2min

Market Manipulation and the Psychology of Bitcoin Whales

2min

Bitcoin vs. Digital Currency: A Debate

20min

A Spirited Debate on Bitcoin and Gold

2min

Since the world economy was plunged into crisis as a result of COVID-19 many economists have predicted a period of great instability. In normal times investors would seek to hedge against volatility by buying gold. But this time some are putting their money elsewhere – into Bitcoin and other digital assets. And that raises a fundamental question: in a time of rising inflation, will Bitcoin or gold be the trusted store of value and asset of the future? Anthony Scaramucci, Founder and Managing Partner of SkyBridge Capital and former White House Director of Communications goes head to head with Peter Schiff, chairman of Schiff Gold and chief global strategist for Euro Pacific Capital. The debate is hosted and chaired by Anne McElvoy, Senior Editor at The Economist. Register FREE for next Intelligence Squared Crypto debates in partnership with EQONEX via the links below: Crypto vs the Environment: https://bit.ly/3sGPq48 Crypto Can Bank the Unbanked: https://bit.ly/3zaYL6B

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