

The Capitalisn't of Crypto: SBF and Beyond, with Zeke Faux
Nov 16, 2023
Zeke Faux, Bloomberg News investigative reporter, discusses the rise and fall of cryptocurrency, its relationship with capitalism, and the conviction of crypto entrepreneur SBF. They explore the challenges of Bitcoin as a replacement for central authority, the fraud surrounding FTX, criticism of stereotypical investments, the limitations of Bitcoin as a medium of exchange, and contrasting views on money.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Exploring Bitcoin's Attempt to Replace Central Authority with Technology
04:30 • 2min
The Fraud and Misconduct of the SBF Case
06:19 • 33min
Investments in Theranos and Criticizing Stereotypical Investments; Analysis of Cryptocurrencies as Money
39:39 • 4min
Bitcoin as a Store of Value and the Limitations of Gold and Bitcoin as Mediums of Exchange
43:13 • 6min
Contrasting Views on Money and Skepticism of the Crypto Industry
49:41 • 3min