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TFTC: A Bitcoin Podcast
#596: Q4 2024 Monetary Base Update with Matthew Mežinskis
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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- Central banks' aggressive monetary policies are driving Bitcoin's emergence as a preferred asset for value retention amidst fiat devaluation.
- The recent U.S. executive order recognizing Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset legitimizes it and may spur greater institutional investment and adoption.
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Impact of Central Banks on Currency Value
The podcast discusses the phenomenon of central banks devaluing fiat currencies and suggests that in this chaotic monetary environment, Bitcoin is emerging as the preferred asset. It is posited that as central banks engage in aggressive quantitative easing and monetary expansion, Bitcoin is poised to capitalize on this strategy, reinforcing its status as a safe haven asset. The speaker emphasizes that this trend presents a strong bull case for Bitcoin, implying its resilience in an era of monetary instability. The continuous inflation of fiat leads to an increasing recognition of Bitcoin's potential for value retention.
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