

Bitcoin, Ethereum, and AI: James Altucher on Smart Humans with Slava Rubin
18 snips Aug 5, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Slava Rubin, host of the Smart Humans Podcast and alternative investment enthusiast, welcomes James Altucher, a veteran entrepreneur and crypto investor. They delve into James' bold predictions for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins, exploring how AI is revolutionizing productivity. James candidly shares his personal journey through financial ups and downs, highlighting habits that fuel success and those that led to costly mistakes. This conversation is rich with insights on navigating today's dynamic investment landscape.
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Early Web Developer Success
- James Altucher started as one of very few web developers in New York in the mid-90s.
- He built the AmericanExpress.com site for $200K while working junior at HBO.
From Millionaire to Broke
- James sold his company for $15 million but lost it all investing in stocks during the internet boom.
- He hit rock bottom with $143 left and was unable to borrow $1000 from his parents.
Exercise Your Idea Muscle
- Practice generating "10 ideas a day" to revive your creativity.
- Regularly exercising your idea muscle prevents creative atrophy and builds enthusiasm.