CoinDesk Podcast Network Why This Nasdaq Company Is Diversifying Into Litecoin
Aug 5, 2025
Charlie Lee, the creator of Litecoin and advisor to MEI Pharma, joins GSR's Joshua Riezman to discuss Litecoin's groundbreaking move into corporate treasury management. They dive into MEI Pharma's $100 million investment and its implications for market dynamics. The conversation highlights Litecoin’s advantages, including faster transactions and growing institutional acceptance, positioning it as a compelling store of value. They also explore the future of crypto treasuries and Litecoin's innovative integration in the pharmaceutical sector.
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Litecoin as Better Store of Value
- Litecoin serves as a better store of value compared to stablecoins backed by fiat currencies.
- People prefer Litecoin and Bitcoin as digital "gold and silver" due to inflation concerns with fiat money.
Litecoin's Payment Advantages
- Litecoin offers faster transactions and lower fees than Bitcoin, making it more suited for payments.
- Its network uptime is nearly perfect, supporting reliable use as money.
Litecoin vs Stablecoins for Value
- Stablecoins are good for payments but less effective as stores of value compared to Litecoin.
- Litecoin is preferred because it maintains value unlike fiat-backed stablecoins diluted by inflation.