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Arthur Hayes: Bitcoin Will Soar as Money Printing Won’t Stop!

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Aug 19, 2025
Arthur Hayes, Co-Founder of BitMEX and crypto visionary, dives deep into the implications of relentless money printing on Bitcoin and decentralized finance (DeFi). He argues that political dynamics, not just economics, will shape Fed policies, fueling Bitcoin's surge. Hayes predicts a massive $25 trillion boom for stablecoins as they become vital in global finance. The spirited discussion also covers the fierce rivalry between Ethereum and Solana, and the rise of digital asset corporations, revealing exciting prospects for the future of the crypto landscape.
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From Citi To Crypto Founder

  • Arthur Hayes left traditional finance after being fired from Citi and moved to crypto in 2013.
  • His trading background and early gold interest shaped his founding of BitMEX and long-term crypto conviction.
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Bitcoin As A Fiat-Debasement Hedge

  • Hayes frames Bitcoin as the best-performing hedge against global fiat debasement since 2009.
  • He believes late entrants still have significant upside because money printing is ongoing worldwide.
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Politics Drive Fed Decisions

  • Hayes expects Powell may resist politically driven rate cuts to protect Fed independence.
  • He sees Powell's pride and desire to appear nonpartisan as a likely factor keeping rates higher in the near term.
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