Join Michael Saylor, CEO of MicroStrategy and Bitcoin advocate, alongside crypto commentator Cory Klippsten, IMF and World Bank expert Alex Gladstein, and others as they dissect Bitcoin's landscape. They explore inflation's impact on value, the dangers of CBDCs, and how altcoin investments can be a scam. Gladstein unveils the exploitative debt practices of global financial institutions in developing nations, while they debate the merits of proof-of-work versus proof-of-stake in Bitcoin, revealing its potential as an ethical investment and a catalyst for change.

In this discussion, Cory Klippsten, founder and CEO of Swan Bitcoin, sheds light on the rise of 'scambling' in the crypto space, emphasizing its harm to those seeking quick financial relief. He explores how traditional investment strategies are shifting towards speculation, with Bitcoin emerging as a refuge. Klippsten discusses the growing institutional interest in Bitcoin and contrasts it with riskier altcoins. He also highlights the importance of wealth protection strategies in the face of potential taxation and shares insights into the evolving landscape of Bitcoin investment.

CEO & Co-Founder of Swan Bitcoin, Cory Klippsten joins me again for another great conversation about the culture of Bitcoin, the "sunk cost" fallacy within crypto projects & how to best deal with "Bitcoin Toxicity" & ask, is it useful?Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: [https://www.swanprivate.com/breedlove]GuestCory's Twitter: https://twitter.com/coryklippstenSwan Bitcoin Website: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/PODCASTPodcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-what-is-money-show/id1541404400 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/25LPvm8EewBGyfQQ1abIsE?si=wgVuY16XR0io4NLNo0A11A&nd=1RSS Feed: https://feeds.simplecast.com/MLdpYXYITranscript:Outline00:00:00 “What is Money” Intro00:00:08 Learn about Bitcoin with Swan Private at SwanPrivate.Com00:01:37 Discussing their thoughts on why Nassim Taleb is "Anti-Bitcoin"00:12:47 "Pacific Bitcoin Conference" brought to you by Swan Bitcoin!00:14:06 Discussing "Dogmatism" & how people can be Dogmatic toward Bitcoin00:27:05 Discussing Bitcoin Culture Online vs In-Person00:32:57 Is there anything that could happen to change your mind on Bitcoin?00:37:39 How does Inflation Affect Bitcoin & Crypto?00:41:44 How do you Define, "Shitcoins"00:50:32 Discussing the Economic & Moral Case for Bitcoin vs Altcoins01:06:56 The Opportunity Costs of Crypto vs Bitcoin01:10:29 Is "Bitcoin Toxicity" Positive?01:22:24 Watch "Hard Money with Natalie Brunell" From Swan Studios01:23:11 Take Control of Your Healthcare with CrowdHealth01:24:19 Discussing the "Sunk Cost" Fallacy with Crypto Projects01:27:33 Nic Carter, VC Investments, Dealing with Criticism & Creating "Call Option Value" off of Notoriety01:51:23 Robert's Experience in Dealing with Toxicity vs Nic Carter's01:59:52 Is Crypto a threat to Bitcoin & Why is it a Net-Negative?02:04:08 Discussing, What is "Bitcoin Toxicity" & How to use it Effectively02:10:22 Would "Bitcoin Toxicity" be needed on a "Bitcoin Standard"?02:15:31 Common Personality Traits among Bitcoiners02:21:39 How Labels bring on the "Ego" vs "Productivity"02:25:55 How the Bitcoin Community helps Progress Ideas02:37:27 Final Thoughts from Cory Klippsten02:43:39 "What is Money" OutroSOCIALBreedlove Twitter: https://twitter.com/Breedlove22WiM? Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhatisMoneyShowLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breedlove22/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breedlove_22/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breedlove22?lang=enAll My Current Work: https://linktr.ee/breedlove22WRITTEN WORKMedium: https://breedlove22.medium.com/Substack: https://breedlove22.substack.com/WAYS TO CONTRIBUTEBitcoin: 3D1gfxKZKMtfWaD1bkwiR6JsDzu6e9bZQ7Sats via Strike: https://strike.me/breedlove22Sats via Tippin.me: https://tippin.me/@Breedlove22Dollars via Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/RBreedloveDollars via Venmo: https://venmo.com/code?user_id=1784359925317632528The "What is Money?" Show Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32843101&fan_landing=trueRECOMMENDED BUSINESSESSwan Private guides high-net-worth individuals and businesses in all areas of Bitcoin strategy: https://www.swanprivate.com/breedloveCrowdHealth offers an innovative health insurance model based on Bitcoin and community: https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/breedloveOkcoin is an innovative and education-focused cryptoasset exchange platform—earn $50 in free Bitcoin by signing up at: https://okcoin.com/breedloveInvest with a licensed Bitcoin advisor through DAIM: https://daimio.typeform.com/RobertBreedloveJoin Me At Bitcoin 2023, pre-order your tickets now (for a chance to win 10M sats, use discount code BREEDLOVE): https://b.tc/conference/2023Automatic Recurring Bitcoin Buys and Withdrawals: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/breedlove/

Cory Klippsten, CEO of Swan Bitcoin, shares his candid insights on the aftermath of the FTX bankruptcy and highlights the need for transparency in the crypto industry. He discusses the pitfalls of venture capitalists in the crypto space and unveils the mechanics behind major scams. Klippsten also emphasizes the critical difference between Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, advocating for self-custody. Tune in to hear about his experiences at the Bitcoin Pacific Conference and how he envisions a brighter future for Bitcoin enthusiasts.

Cory Klippsten, CEO of Swan, shares fascinating insights on Bitcoin, discussing its transformative potential and the mystery of Satoshi Nakamoto. Sukhi Gulati from Consumer Reports introduces Permission Slip, a tool designed to enhance online privacy by reducing digital footprints. They also explore the innovative first color Kindle and new iPad Mini, along with clever pet tracking solutions for adventurous indoor cats. The chat emphasizes the importance of personal data security in our tech-driven world.

Cory Klippsten, Founder and CEO of Swan Bitcoin, previously a journalist and consultant at top firms, is bullish on Bitcoin’s future. He believes Bitcoin could reach $1 million by 2030 and argues that most altcoins have little value. He discusses Swan's expansion into Bitcoin-only financial services and their plans for a dedicated trust company to enhance investor security. Cory shares his insights on the role of hedge funds in Bitcoin ETF discussions, the evolution of lending with Bitcoin, and his skepticism surrounding Bitcoin Ordinals and the crypto VC landscape.

Join Cory Klippsten in defending Bitcoin against scams and discussing the latest threats. Discover Swan's new mining division plans and future outlook. Get excited for upcoming Bitcoin events like Bitcoin Atlantis and Pacific Bitcoin. Dive into the transformative power of Bitcoin and its potential for coordinating commerce and fostering peace.

Cory Klippsten, Founder of Swan Bitcoin, discusses Bitcoin as legal tender in El Salvador, government officials spreading FUD, coexistence of Bitcoin and the dollar, ESG concerns & government bans, CBDCs & their relation to Bitcoin, geographic miner redistribution, 5% CPI on goods, Swan Bitcoin & Bitcoin's future, bracing for a bear market, Swan's customers & their behavior, Bitcoin's role in Latin America, the fight against inflation, Sats vs. Bitcoin denomination, stablecoins vs. Bitcoin, a bitcoin-based future, countries, institutions, & companies buying Bitcoin, and writing a Bitcoin book.

Cory Klippsten, CEO of Swan Bitcoin, discusses various topics including teaching newcoiners, growing the auto-stacking movement, Bitcoin Ventures, and Elon Musk's mistakes.

Cory Klippsten, Founder of Swan Bitcoin, dives into the shadowy world of cryptocurrency during his discussion. He exposes deceptive practices in the meme coin sector and introduces the term ‘scambling’ to illustrate investor manipulation. Cory highlights the contrasting fates of Bitcoin and Ethereum, advocating for Bitcoin's supremacy as a global currency. He also discusses the implications of stablecoins and evolving regulations, while painting a picture of exciting startup opportunities in the Bitcoin landscape.