Taking Care of Bitcoin TCB Re-Hash with Mike Albert
Oct 30, 2025
Mike Albert, a keen advocate for Bitcoin security and its ties to AI and energy, returns to dive into fascinating discussions. They explore how Bitcoin could help tackle national debt and act as a buffer against economic collapse. The duo also unpacks Bitcoin's dual roles as a store of value and medium of exchange, tackling valuation challenges and its potential impact on global finance. Additionally, they discuss the implications of declining Bitcoin issuance and the need for quantum resistance in mining solutions.
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AI Versus Inflationary Systems
- AI is highly deflationary and will push production costs toward marginal cost, threatening inflation-dependent systems.
- Bitcoin aligns with deflationary realities by accruing purchasing power and protecting savings.
Bitcoin As A National Debt Exit Ramp
- The U.S. faces insolvent national debt and limited options to fix it without major systemic change.
- A strategic Bitcoin reserve could act as an 'exit ramp' to recollateralize the economy slowly.
First-Mover Advantage For Nations
- First-mover nation-states in Bitcoin gain disproportionate advantage due to finite supply and network effects.
- Large-scale adoption forces other nations to chase scarce Bitcoin, enhancing geopolitical leverage.
