In this month’s interview with Cory Fleck of KER, we discussed the choice between keeping bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies on an exchange versus taking custody. The decision hinges on individual reasons for buying crypto; for those concerned about the stability of the financial system or potential government intervention, self-custody is the obvious choice. We also delved into the evolving use case of Bitcoin with the growth of the crypto market, particularly in light of recent developments such as the approval of the spot ETFs.
Check out my interview with my friend, Badir, on his podcast, “In Cayman”. We discussed my background in precious metals, my transition to Bitcoin, how crypto stands to disrupt traditional finance, and the significance of privacy as a cornerstone of freedom.
In this month’s interview with Cory Fleck of KER, we discussed the recent significant rebound in Bitcoin’s price following a drop post-ETF approvals. We covered recent data on ETF inflows, comparing that to the current mining rates, and explored the connection to the upcoming #Bitcoin halving in April, which occurs every four years. We also touched on the implications of the halving on Bitcoin miners and other cryptocurrencies.
"If it is possible to make an impenetrable device or system, where the encryption is so strong that there’s no key, there’s no door… at all, what mechanisms do we have available to even do simple things like steal from people? Because, if in fact you can’t crack that at all, government can’t steal, then everybody’s walking around with a Swiss bank account in their pocket."