The Mark Moss Show Bitcoin isn't enough... we need to DISRUPT social networks | Aleksandar Svetski
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Nov 7, 2025 Aleksandar Svetski, an entrepreneur and author known for his insights on Bitcoin and decentralized identity, discusses the necessity of balancing capital with character. He argues that merely optimizing for profit risks reducing society to mediocrity. Aleks explores the evolution of social networks into engagement farms and advocates for the importance of authentic community in the digital age. Through his project Atlantis, he aims to foster real-world interactions, emphasizing the future of decentralized identity and the bifurcation of society into creators and consumers.
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Capital Needs Character
- Optimizing only for capital turns civilization into a homogenized strip mall lacking beauty and meaning.
- Bitcoin and sound capital must pair with character, virtue, and excellence to build an enduring culture.
Treat Capital And Character As Complementary
- Treat capital and character as complementary forces that amplify each other rather than strict prerequisites.
- Use sound capital as a foundation to pursue higher goals like beauty, virtue, and long-term excellence.
Character As Its Own Capital
- Character may operate as its own 'capital' that enhances relationships and skill development.
- Integrity and honor strengthen relationship capital and accelerate skill and material accumulation.
