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  • Summary

    In this episode, Alex and Shimon discuss Bitcoin's power law and its implications for the future of the cryptocurrency. They explain the concept of power law and how it differs from previous models of Bitcoin's price. They also draw parallels between power law in nature and Bitcoin's price corridor. The hosts highlight the significance of the power law model and its rigorous analysis compared to previous models. They conclude by exploring the potential of AI and robotics, showcasing a demo of a robot interacting with Chad GPT-4. The conversation covers various topics related to AI, including the power of AI chips, the potential increase in energy demand, the importance of open-source AI, and the need for trust and transparency in AI development. The intersection of crypto, AI, and open source is also discussed, highlighting the role of cryptographic proof and on-chain data. The dangers of concentrated power in AI and the importance of societal input in shaping AI values are explored. The hosts express disappointment with a podcast interview style that lacks depth and critical questioning.


    Takeaways

    * Bitcoin's price follows a power law, which is a mathematical model that predicts a straight line on a log-log scale graph.

    * The power law model provides a more rigorous and accurate analysis of Bitcoin's price compared to previous models.

    * Power law is a common phenomenon in nature, seen in the relationship between body mass and metabolic rate in animals.

    * The power law model suggests that Bitcoin's price will continue to grow over time, with a predicted floor price and a slower rate of growth in the future. AI chips are becoming increasingly powerful and are driving advancements in AI technology.

    * The use of AI will likely lead to an increase in energy demand, which could lower the cost of energy and benefit industries like Bitcoin mining.

    * Open-source AI allows for innovation and collaboration, ensuring that AI development is not controlled by a single company or entity.

    * The intersection of crypto, AI, and open source has the potential to create more transparent and trustworthy AI systems.

    * Concentrated power in AI development poses risks, and it is important to involve society in shaping AI values and decision-making.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Bitcoin's Power Law

    02:45 Understanding Power Law and Bitcoin's Price

    07:59 Power Law in Nature and Bitcoin's Price Corridor

    13:00 Implications of Power Law for Bitcoin's Future

    22:05 Predictions and Investment Potential

    22:56 Exploring AI and Robotics

    26:47 Reflection on Performance

    27:11 The Power of AI Chips

    27:40 Nvidia's AI Chip Innovations

    28:29 AI at the Chip Level

    29:18 Increased Energy Demand

    30:17 Energy Consumption and Efficiency

    31:04 The Excitement of Using More Energy

    31:23 Open Source AI and Innovation

    32:19 Genetic Algorithms and Open Source AI

    37:39 The Intersection of Crypto, AI, and Open Source

    42:32 The Importance of Open Source AI and Trust

    43:28 The Need for Cryptographic Proof and On-Chain Data

    45:47 The Dangers of Concentrated Power in AI

    46:16 The Role of Society in Shaping AI Values

    47:58 Disappointment with Interviewing Style

    50:09 The Dollar Auction Show and Strong Opinions


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    In this conversation, Shimon and Alex discuss the all-time high of Bitcoin and the excitement surrounding it. They also delve into the role of technology in various industries and the exponential growth of tech advancements. The conversation then shifts to Tesla's full self-driving algorithm and the value of edge cases in machine learning. They touch on media manipulation and the biased portrayal of Bitcoin in the media. Finally, they highlight notable Bitcoin critics and the impact of their opinions. In this conversation, Alex and Shimon discuss various topics related to Bitcoin, AI, and energy. They criticize financial experts who have made inaccurate predictions about Bitcoin and housing affordability. They explore the impact of Bitcoin and AI on energy demand and the need for low latency in AI and Bitcoin transactions. They also discuss the role of nuclear power in meeting energy demand and the potential for renewable energy to shape the future of energy markets. The conversation concludes with a celebration of Bitcoin's success and the potential for its continued growth.

    Takeaways

    Bitcoin reaches an all-time high, generating excitement among investors.Technology is infiltrating every industry, leading to exponential growth and advancements.Tesla's full self-driving algorithm demonstrates the value of edge cases in machine learning.Media manipulation can shape public perception of Bitcoin and other topics.

    Chapters

    00:00
    Introduction and All-Time High

    00:41
    Bitcoin Price Update

    02:26
    Bitcoin Trading Strategies

    03:01
    The Purpose of the Podcast

    04:05
    Technology in Every Industry

    05:12
    Bitcoin and Technological Advancements

    06:10
    Understanding Tech and Exponential Curves

    06:30
    Deep Dive into Tech Podcasts

    07:24
    Tesla's Full Self-Driving Algorithm

    08:22
    The Value of Edge Cases in Machine Learning

    09:18
    The Scalability of Tesla's Self-Driving Model

    10:31
    Media Manipulation and Bitcoin Critics

    15:12
    Bitcoin as the Cockroach of Investments

    16:11
    The Media's Influence on Perception

    19:24
    Engagement Farming and Bitcoin Critics

    20:20
    The Impact of Bitcoin Critics

    20:52
    Criticism of Financial Experts

    22:13
    Bitcoin and AI's Impact on Energy Demand

    23:40
    The Role of Nuclear Power in Meeting Energy Demand

    28:02
    The Need for Low Latency in AI and Bitcoin

    30:02
    Renewable Energy and the Future of Energy Markets

    32:05
    The Geopolitical Implications of Energy Independence

    35:12
    Bitcoin's Role in Increasing Energy Demand

    36:21
    Bitcoin's Price Action and the Impact of ETFs

    39:14
    The Future of Bitcoin Cycles

    41:29
    Barriers to Bitcoin Adoption

    42:00
    Celebrating Bitcoin's Success

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  • In this conversation, Alex and Shimon discuss various topics related to AI and its impact on society. They explore the concept of 'justisms' in AI, where people downplay advancements by saying it's 'just' a certain capability. They also discuss the level of artificial intelligence that would be considered 'actual intelligence' and the challenges of defining intelligence on a linear scale. The conversation delves into tokenization and predicting the next token as a measure of intelligence, as well as the perception of time and power law. They speculate on the future of work in a world with advanced AI and the potential shift towards jobs that require empathy and human touch. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the value of accomplishment and the need for new paradigms in a society where basic needs are met by AI. The conversation explores the potential for advancing humanity on Earth through technological advancements, such as AGI and incremental improvements. It discusses the rapid pace of technological change and the uncertainty it brings. The goal of achieving universal basic needs and the changing path of careers are also examined. The conversation delves into the requirements for technological breakthroughs and the potential of AI and replicas. It concludes by addressing the impact of technology on society and the challenge of maintaining emotional connection.




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  • In this conversation, Shimon and Alex discuss the recent Google Gemini launch debacle and the challenges of AI alignment. They also explore the issue of trust in Google's AI and the potential impact on the company's future. Additionally, they delve into the importance of understanding and avoiding the spinning of information. The conversation covers topics such as the Hunter Biden scandal and Russian interference, concerns about AI bias, the impact of AI bias on Google's stock, the need for cryptographic proof in AI, China's AI and digital assets, the challenge of ensuring unbiased AI, the arms race of AI, the role of blockchain in open source AI, the difficulty of obtaining objective information from Google, and the disruption of established companies.

    Takeaways

    The Google Gemini launch debacle highlights the challenges of AI alignment and the potential unintended consequences of bias correction.
    Trust in Google's AI may be compromised due to the perceived biases and limitations of the system.
    The future of Google's AI depends on its ability to address these issues and provide more accurate and unbiased results.
    Understanding and avoiding the spinning of information is crucial in ensuring the dissemination of truthful and unbiased content. Former US spies warned in 2020 that the Hunter Biden scandal had Russian fingerprints, and recent developments have vindicated their claims.
    The Justice Department confirmed that an informant invented a story about $5 million bribes paid to Joe and Hunter Biden, further supporting the Russian interference narrative.
    The disconnect between the Hunter Biden laptop and the Russian interference allegations highlights the need for careful analysis and critical thinking when consuming news.
    The bias in AI systems, such as Google's, raises concerns about the potential manipulation of information and the need for cryptographic proof to ensure transparency and accountability.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Bitcoin
    01:40 Google Gemini Launch Debacle
    06:22 AI Alignment
    09:27 Trust in Google's AI
    14:44 Google's Future
    24:40 The Hunter Biden Scandal and Russian Interference
    25:10 The Justice Department's Statement
    25:25 Confirmation of Russian Involvement
    26:16 The Disconnect from the Hunter Biden Laptop
    27:11 Concerns about AI Bias
    28:08 The Impact of AI Bias on Google's Stock
    29:36 The Need for Cryptographic Proof in AI
    31:24 China's AI and Digital Assets
    32:30 The Challenge of Ensuring Unbiased AI
    33:39 The Arms Race of AI
    36:17 The Role of Blockchain in Open Source AI
    39:22 The AI Arms Race: Western AI, Chinese AI, and Pirate AI
    45:03 The Difficulty of Obtaining Objective Information from Google
    47:15 The Disruption of Established Companies



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  • In this conversation, Ken Egan, a retired CIA officer, shares his insights on Bitcoin and its implications within the intelligence community. He discusses how Bitcoin is viewed as a tool and emphasizes that it is not optimized for illicit activity. Ken also highlights the importance of educating lawmakers about Bitcoin and the need for a broader perspective in the discussion of its future. He addresses the idea of imposing restrictions on US miners and emphasizes the role of other tools in combating ransomware. Ken concludes by expressing his excitement about Bitcoin's potential to modernize energy grids and protect wealth. In this conversation, Ken discusses the fundamental use case of Bitcoin and why he believes it is important for Americans to own and use it. He emphasizes that Bitcoin provides a safety net and can bring a sense of calm to society in times of crisis. The conversation also touches on the lack of war and financial strife in the US, the resilience of the country, and the role of Bitcoin in making the nation more resilient. Ken and the hosts express their passion for Bitcoin and the need for education about investing in alternative assets. They discuss the volatility and uncertainty in the US and the potential for social and financial strife. The conversation concludes with Ken sharing his experiences and insights from his career in intelligence and the freedom to explore new opportunities and perspectives.

    Takeaways

    Bitcoin is viewed as a tool within the intelligence community and is not optimized for illicit activity.Educating lawmakers about Bitcoin is crucial to ensure a balanced and informed approach to regulation.Bitcoin has the potential to modernize energy grids and provide economic opportunities in developing countries.Imposing restrictions on US miners may not effectively address the issue of non-OFAC compliant transactions.Bitcoin can serve as a means of protecting wealth in times of financial calamity. Bitcoin provides a safety net and can bring a sense of calm to society in times of crisis.Owning Bitcoin can make a nation more resilient and less susceptible to financial and social strife.There is a need for education about investing in alternative assets like Bitcoin.The US is currently facing volatility and uncertainty, and there is a potential for social and financial strife.

    Chapters

    00:00
    Introduction and Guest Introduction

    02:34
    Views on Bitcoin within the Intelligence Community

    08:27
    Bitcoin as a Tool for Illicit Activity

    10:03
    Bitcoin and Financial Sovereignty

    16:28
    Traceability of Bitcoin Transactions

    18:19
    Educating Lawmakers about Bitcoin

    24:18
    The Threats to Dollar Dominance

    26:15
    Implications of OFAC Compliance for Miners

    29:18
    Miners and Non-OFAC Compliant Transactions

    36:36
    The Positive Potential of Bitcoin

    40:51
    The Fundamental Use Case of Bitcoin

    41:20
    The Importance of Bitcoin in Times of Crisis

    41:53
    The Lack of War and Financial Strife in the US

    43:17
    The Resilience of the US and the Role of Bitcoin

    44:42
    Passion for Bitcoin and the Need for Education

    45:40
    The Volatility and Uncertainty in the US

    46:05
    The Potential for Strife and the Arrogance of Westerners

    47:50
    The Resilience of the System and the Role of Statesmen

    48:15
    The Chaos and Charm of Living in Developing Countries

    50:13
    The Unique Experiences and Insights of a Career in Intelligence

    55:01
    The Freedom to Explore New Opportunities and Perspectives

    55:27
    How to Connect with Ken



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  • In this episode, Alex and Shimon discuss various topics including the intelligence community's interest in Bitcoin, the impact of regulation on markets, Elizabeth Warren's misunderstanding of interest rates, concerns about Biden's cognitive abilities, Putin's unhinged interview, India's potential, and the situation in Gaza. The conversation discusses the challenges and potential solutions in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. It highlights the difficulties in conquering the city of Ra'afah, where terrorists, hostages, and leadership are located. The conversation also mentions the problem of IEDs on the border with Egypt and the fear of creating holes in the fence. However, the speaker believes that these problems are solvable. The conversation ends with a hopeful note, expressing the desire for an end to the suffering and a return to normalcy for the people in Gaza.

    Takeaways
    * Intelligence agencies have a long history of using encryption, making it unsurprising that they are interested in Bitcoin.
    * Regulation can distort markets and create inefficiencies, hindering innovation and hurting investors.
    * Elizabeth Warren's misunderstanding of interest rates highlights the need for policymakers to have a strong understanding of economics.
    * Biden's cognitive abilities have raised concerns, and there are rumors that the Democratic Party may consider a replacement.
    * China's demographic challenges and India's entrepreneurial culture may impact their future trajectories.
    * The situation in Gaza is ongoing, with surgical operations targeting terrorists and an increasing number of surrenders.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Format Change
    01:19 Feedback and Audience Engagement
    03:47 Intelligence Agencies and Bitcoin
    06:18 Bitcoin Inflows and Regulatory Distortions
    07:36 Regulation and Market Inefficiencies
    15:12 Elizabeth Warren's Misunderstanding of Interest Rates
    19:31 Biden's Cognitive Abilities and Potential Replacement
    22:21 Putin's Unhinged Interview
    26:35 India's Potential and China's Demographic Challenges
    37:40 Conclusion and Recap of Gaza Situation
    42:06 Challenges in Conquering Ra'afah
    43:05 Solutions to the Challenges
    44:00 Hope for an End to the Conflict

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    The conversation covers various topics including the Apple Vision Pro, the implications of augmented reality, open source AI, the economic impact of Apple Vision Pro and government spending, the relationship between immigration and economic success, and a preview of a future discussion on military technology. In this conversation, Shimon Lazarov discusses the development of the Road Runner, a jet-powered drone designed to intercept aerial threats. He explains how the drone's speed and propulsion system make it more effective than traditional drones. The conversation then shifts to the importance of innovation and investment in pushing the boundaries of technology. Lazarov highlights the need for the US to take a proactive approach in areas such as nuclear energy. The conversation concludes with a discussion about future episodes focusing on military tech and drones.

    Takeaways

    The Apple Vision Pro has the potential to revolutionize augmented reality and open up new possibilities in various industries.Open source AI and the competition between different AI models from different countries can lead to technological advancements and improvements.The economic impact of the Apple Vision Pro and government spending is a topic of debate, with differing opinions on the strength of the economy and the role of government.Immigration can contribute to economic growth and labor force expansion, but the overall economic situation is influenced by various factors.The future of military technology, particularly the rise of drones, is an area of interest and potential disruption.

    Chapters

    00:00
    Introduction and Discussion of Apple Vision Pro

    06:33
    Implications of Apple Vision Pro and Augmented Reality

    11:40
    Open Source AI and the Future of AI Development

    22:47
    Economic Impact of Apple Vision Pro and Government Spending

    25:09
    Discussion on Immigration and Economic Success

    30:16
    Debate on the State of the Economy and Government Spending

    39:08
    Preview of Future Discussion on Military Technology

    41:02
    The Road Runner: A Jet Powered Drone

    43:19
    Innovation and Investment in the Frontier

    44:23
    The US Does the Right Thing

    44:36
    Future Episode: Military Tech and Drones

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  • In this conversation, Alex & Shimon discuss various topics including investment advisors and Bitcoin education, expectations for Bitcoin ETF approval, the relationship between Bitcoin price and M2, the border crisis, immigration process, and the cognitive decline of Joe Biden. Alex also highlights Vivek's stances and fresh perspective on politics.

    Takeaways
    * Investment advisors need to be educated about Bitcoin and ETFs to effectively advise their clients.
    * The approval of a Bitcoin ETF is expected to bring new money into the market, but it may take some time for investment advisors to fully understand and recommend these products.
    * Bitcoin price has a relationship with M2, the monetary supply, and can both lag and lead it.
    * The border crisis raises concerns about national security and the need for proper identification and tracking of individuals entering the country.
    * The current immigration process can be challenging and bureaucratic, and the open border situation undermines legal immigration.
    * Joe Biden's cognitive decline raises questions about his ability to serve as president.
    * Vivek offers a fresh perspective on politics and emphasizes the importance of respectful disagreement and challenging the bureaucracy.

    Chapters
    00:00 - Introduction and Personal Updates
    01:01 - Investment Advisors and Bitcoin Education
    02:02 - Expectations for Bitcoin ETF Approval
    03:23 - Bitcoin Price and M2
    05:34 - Bitcoin Lagging and Leading M2
    08:51 - Discussion on Border Crisis
    11:11 - Open Borders and National Security
    12:46 - Immigration Process and Legal Immigration
    14:10 - Cognitive Decline of Joe Biden
    15:35 - Vivek's Stances and Fresh Perspective


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  • Shimon and I delve into the world of Amazon robot logistics, future of work, renewable energy, the Bitcoin ETF and even the Ukraine and Israeli conflicts.

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  • Alex and Shimon are back together to kick the new year off. We discuss the bitcoin ETF launch, price volatility vs predictability, Elizabeth Warren's crazy new FUD narrative, and a lot more! Join us for another great episode.

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  • Today on Passover Alex discusses how #Bitcoin is like Passover…. Wait what?!?!?!?

    Both involve a story of liberation: Passover celebrates the liberation of the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt, while Bitcoin represents a potential liberation of people from traditional financial systems that are controlled by governments and banks.

    Both have a strong sense of tradition: Passover is celebrated each year with the same rituals and traditions, while Bitcoin has a strong community of supporters who are committed to the idea of a decentralized currency.

    Then Alex talks about the current Energy fight and what The Chamber of Digital Commerce, Blockchain Association, Satoshi Action and the Texas Blockchain Council are doing to help us fight the good fight! Specifically:

    1. Encouraging investment in renewable energy infrastructure: Bitcoin mining is a process that requires a significant amount of energy, and as the demand for Bitcoin increases, so does the demand for energy to power the mining process. If this energy can be sourced from renewable sources such as solar, wind, or hydro power, it could incentivize the development and expansion of renewable energy infrastructure.

    2. Providing a new revenue stream for renewable energy producers: Bitcoin mining can be a lucrative business, and renewable energy producers could potentially use excess energy from their facilities to mine Bitcoin and generate additional revenue.

    3. Reducing carbon emissions: Bitcoin mining currently consumes a significant amount of energy, much of which comes from non-renewable sources such as coal. However, if more Bitcoin mining were to be powered by renewable energy sources, it could potentially reduce carbon emissions associated with the mining process.

    4. Creating new investment opportunities: As the demand for Bitcoin grows, there may be an opportunity for investors to invest in renewable energy projects that are specifically designed to power Bitcoin mining operations.


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  • Our special guest is Professor Lawrence Kotlikoff, economics professor
    at Boston University and ranked by The Economist magazine as one of
    the world’s 25 most influential economists. Larry is also the
    president of Economic Security Planning, Inc. and the founder of
    Maximize My Social Security and MaxiFi.

    We spoke about different investment strategies, ways for governments
    to grow their GDP in order to fund their unfunded liabilities, some
    interesting solutions to the healthcare costs crisis, ways in which
    technology can create prosperity and a lot more.

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  • In today’s episode, Shimon discusses the recent Silicon Valley bank
    debacle, the response from the federal reserve, and what it means for
    the price of Bitcoin and stocks. Are we about to see a large amount of
    money printing or will the federal reserve be able to sustain interest
    rates at high levels?

    Our special guest is Professor Lawrence Kotlikoff, economics professor
    at Boston University and ranked by The Economist magazine as one of
    the world’s 25 most influential economists. Larry is also the
    president of Economic Security Planning, Inc. and the founder of
    Maximize My Social Security and MaxiFi.

    We spoke about the fiscal gap in the USA, The USA vs China in the 21st
    century, Social Security, and a lot more.

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  • Alex and Shimon discuss the latest in the markets and the upcoming Bitcoin halving. Will the previous pattern of sideways action and then an upward break repeat itself? They also discuss the latest unemployment and CPI prints and how the current methodology of calculating these metrics that the federal reserve relies on for determining the monetary policy, may no longer be accurate for the post-covid world. We discuss a thesis where the actual CPI is lower, and actual unemployment is higher, which means that the federal reserve can start reversing course sooner rather than later.

    We then welcome back Kristen Ragusin to the show for Part 2 of our discussion around money and scarcity.

    Kristen is a professional wealth management consultant with twenty-five years of experience. Investing over $150 million, she helps clients navigate markets and achieve financial goals. She is a certified digital currency professional and earned her Master's Degree from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. Kristen holds certificates in FinTech from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and in Money and Society from the University of Cumbria, London.

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  • Today Alex and Shimon discuss the latest Bitcoin news, the decoupling of Bitcoin and the traditional markets, and the Celsius bankruptcy proceedings. Critically, the Celsius retail claw back rule and how that can affect

    Our guest today is Kristen Ragusin. Kristen is a professional wealth management consultant with twenty-five years of experience. Investing over $150 million, she helps clients navigate markets and achieve financial goals. She is a certified digital currency professional and earned her Master's Degree from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. Kristen holds certificates in FinTech from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and in Money and Society from the University of Cumbria, London.

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  • Today Shimon and Alex discuss the latest news in the #Crypto and #Bitcoin markets, analyzing the latest regulatory challenges brought to crypto by U.S. Regulators. They also touch on national security and #AI – examining how ChatGPT can enable a productivity gain.

    The featured guest of this episode is David Richter of Simple CFO and the Profit First for REI Podcast.

    David Richter is an active real estate investor who has been essential in closing over 850 deals which include wholesale, turnkey, BRRRR, owner finance, rentals, lease options, and any other exit strategy you can think of. While growing and building a real estate business from 5 deals a month to over 25 deals a month, he realized that as much money was coming in, it was going right out. With the unique opportunity of being in every seat as a real estate investor, he found a calling to the company’s finance seat to help them see where their money was really going. David has helped real estate companies completely turn around from going out of business to building cash reserves through his profit advising company Simple CFO Solutions, LLC. He is the author of Profit First for Real Estate Investing. His goal in life is to completely transform the Real Estate Investing industry when it comes to how real estate investors view their finances and – bring them true financial clarity and freedom.

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  • In today’s episode Shimon and Alex say good bye to the Hardcore Finance Show and hello to the Dollar Auction Show. The Dollar Auction Show will be the Digital Asset Strategy show - focusing on Growth and Management Strategy in the Digital Asset sphere. Shimon will bring the Marketing/Growth/Strategy angle and Alex will bring the Strategy/Technical/Financial angle. Together, Alex and Shimon discuss the latest news in the Digital Asset world, and read the tea leaves about what is coming down the pike and how players should react.

    In each show we discuss:

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    2. Regulatory/Policy

    3. New Tech + Game Theory

    4. Deep Dive + Guest

    Today, we deep dive on Bitcoin Ordinals, what they are, the Pro and the Con case of having them.

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  • 2023 is the year of crypto regulation and while all global regulators are important, the US Regulators seem to drive the global Crypto Agenda. Most media outlets are reporting on regulation in the crypto space, but we, at the Hardcore Finance show are going straight to the source. In this episode, Alex goes to Capital Hill to chat with his representatives about the upcoming Crypto regulation. We sleuthed around Congress so that you don’t have to.

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  • Alex discusses 2023 and how to use this year to build. The episode goes through old mistakes, reflections on the crypto space and how to be a mature company, as well as what does 2023 have in store for us.

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  • Shimon and Alex discuss GPT3, and its recently released to the public chatbot. We discuss the deflationary aspects of having artificial intelligence being able to answer prompts and develop them into narratives, solving problems, coming up with a reason the recent ROI of marketing campaigns is dropping and a lot more!

    Will this deflation enable the government to print a lot of money without causing prices to spike? Join us to find out.

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