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Is there a future for Bitcoin? An investor and a skeptic make their case
Apr 6, 2021
Nic Carter, a Bitcoin advocate and partner at Castle Island Ventures, contrasts sharply with Steve Hanke, a skeptic and economics professor at Johns Hopkins. They dive into Bitcoin's dual identity as a currency and an asset, discussing its viability against fiat currencies, especially in unstable economies. The conversation touches on Bitcoin's transaction limitations, emerging alternatives, and its speculative nature. They also tackle the historical shift from gold to crypto, questioning value and the potential risks associated with Bitcoin's evolution.
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