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Dalton Caldwell

09/11/24

@ Y Combinator

Cryptocurrency emerged as a solution to fears of government-induced hyperinflation and the potential worthlessness of bank-held money.

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The Times When Paranoia Fueled Technological Advancement

@ Y Combinator

The Times When Paranoia Fueled Technological Advancement

09/11/24

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Konstantin Richter

05/03/25

@ EO

Bitcoin emerged as a response to the 2008 financial crisis, aiming to take control of money away from banks and create a transparent and fair system accessible to everyone.

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Dalton Caldwell

09/11/24

@ Y Combinator

The creation of Bitcoin was a direct response to the 2008 financial crisis, reflecting distrust in government and traditional banking systems.

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Naval Ravikant

10/16/20

@ Tim Ferriss

Cryptocurrencies are one of the greatest inventions in human history, creating a digital frontier free from regulatory interference.

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Naval Ravikant

10/16/20

@ Tim Ferriss

Cryptocurrencies allow for trustless transactions between humans without the need for a government or corporation to mediate.

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Y Combinator Cast

01/02/25

@ Y Combinator

The emergence of stable coins as a valuable use case in crypto has led to hundreds of millions of people holding them in their wallets, which will facilitate transactions once merchants start accepting them.

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Cathie Wood

02/27/21

@ ARK Invest

The market is currently worried about the impact of rising interest rates and the Treasury Secretary's perspective on cryptocurrency, particularly Bitcoin.

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Peter H. Diamandis Cast

05/09/25

@ Peter H. Diamandis

Bitcoin is a better form of money than gold due to its portability, divisibility, and proven scarcity, and it is likely to become a significant part of government reserves over time.

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Sam Altman

06/28/24

@ PowerfulJRE

The idea of a global currency outside government control is a logical and important step in technological advancement.

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Y Combinator Cast

04/25/24

@ Y Combinator

The U.S. government's regulatory approach to cryptocurrency is creating a chilling effect, making founders hesitant to innovate in the space due to fears of legal repercussions.