Aleks Svetski: Bitcoin is 'Strong Money' and a Tool to Reward Excellence
Dec 27, 2023
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Aleksandar Svetski, author of the best selling 'UnCommunist Manifesto,' discusses Bitcoin's role as 'strong money' and a tool to reward excellence. They explore the relationship between energy and money, the consequences of fiat currency, and Bitcoin's potential for addressing global inequality. They also touch on skepticism towards AGI and the limitations of AI. Overall, an insightful discussion on Bitcoin's power and its impact on society.
Bitcoin's value lies in its functionality and usefulness, independent of its creator's identity.
Quantum computing does not pose a threat to Bitcoin, while AI also does not pose a risk.
In the event of a complete internet shutdown, Bitcoin would not be the primary concern for modern civilization.
Deep dives
The Importance of Bitcoin's Creator
The identity of Bitcoin's creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, is irrelevant. Bitcoin works independently of its creator's identity, and its value lies in its functionality and usefulness.
AI and Quantum Computing
Quantum computing does not pose a threat to Bitcoin. If anything, it will strengthen the network. AI, on the other hand, is not a risk to Bitcoin either.
What if the Internet is Shut Down?
If the internet is completely shut down, it would be a catastrophe for modern civilization. Bitcoin would not be the primary concern in such a scenario.
Rethinking Assumptions
It is important to challenge and reassess common tropes and beliefs. Questioning notions of power, corruption, and morality is crucial to gaining a deeper understanding of concepts like Bitcoin and AI.
Upcoming Releases and Initiatives
Stay tuned for the release of the Bitcoin AI report and updates on the open-source models being developed by Alex and his team. The Bitcoin Times publication is also highly recommended for further exploration of Bitcoin-related topics.
Aleksandar Svetski returns to the show to discuss his latest work:
Why Bitcoin is energy and energy is the currency of the universe
Strong money vs weak money...strong people vs weak people
Bitcoin as a tool to reward excellence
"Power only corrupts the weak."
Why bad people rise to the top
Bitcoin and Artificial Intelligence
Bitcoin FUD lightning round
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Aleksandar is the Author of the best selling “UnCommunist Manifesto” and up-coming the "Bushido of Bitcoin”. In 2018, he founded the #1 Bitcoin Times Collectible-Publication, and the world’s first Bitcoin-only savings app: Amber. He’s currently building open source Bitcoin & AI tools with the Spirit of Satoshi project.
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Links:
Bitcointimes.io
SpiritOfSatoshi.ai
Svetski.info
Twitter.com/SvetskiWrites
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