TFTC: A Bitcoin Podcast #596: Q4 2024 Monetary Base Update with Matthew Mežinskis
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Mar 12, 2025 In this conversation with Matthew Mežinskis, a Bitcoin expert from Porkopolis Econ, the discussion dives deep into Bitcoin’s role as a strategic reserve asset amidst shifting geopolitical dynamics. Topics include the implications of self-custody versus ETFs, and the unique monetary policies affecting Bitcoin’s growth. Matthew also challenges traditional price models, highlights the importance of gradual adoption, and analyzes the correlation between Bitcoin’s price and macroeconomic indicators, offering intriguing insights into its potential future.
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Bitcoin Self-Custody
- Prioritize Bitcoin self-custody due to global uncertainty.
- Use multi-sig and store keys in multiple jurisdictions for enhanced security.
Bitcoin vs. Monetary Base
- Bitcoin and monetary base are analogous as core money.
- Track Bitcoin's percentage of the monetary base to understand its growth.
Power Trend vs. Money Printing
- Bitcoin's price follows a power trend, not money printing.
- This suggests Bitcoin's growth is driven by network adoption.