Post-AGI Economics in the Age of Bitcoin | The Bitcoin Policy Hour
Episode #3 of the Bitcoin Policy Hour, hosted by the Bitcoin Policy Institute. Policy experts Matthew Pines, Zack Shapiro, and Zack Cohen explore the radical implications of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and how Bitcoin might serve as a stabilizing counterforce in a world dominated by AI.Drawing from the viral “AI 2027” scenario, they examine the risks of alignment failure, economic disruption, and geopolitical escalation—and argue why Bitcoin’s monetary properties could make it the most important freedom-preserving infrastructure of the post-AI era.Chapters:00:00 - INTRO01:18 - What is AGI? Fast Takeoffs & Paperclip Problems06:45 - AI Acceleration, Recursive Self-Improvement & Singularity Risks11:30 - China vs. U.S.: The AI Arms Race and Strategic Instability17:40 - AI-Generated Code and the End of Human-Centric R&D22:15 - Economic Shockwaves & Market Volatility in the Age of AI28:05 - Why Policymakers Aren’t Ready for What’s Coming33:00 - Bitcoin Mining, AI Data Centers & Energy Strategy36:20 - Bitcoin as Unconfiscatable Capital in an AI-Driven Economy39:00 - The Role of Bitcoin’s Network in Defending Truth42:05 - Can Bitcoin Anchor New Political & Economic Paradigms?⭐ Join top policymakers, technologists, and Bitcoin thinkers at the 2025 Bitcoin Policy Summit, June 25–26 in Washington, D.C.🎟️ Get your ticket at → https://www.btcpolicysummit.org/Follow the Bitcoin Policy Institute on X: https://x.com/btcpolicyorg#Bitcoin #AI2027 #PostAGI #DigitalGold #ArtificialIntelligence #BitcoinPolicyInstitute #BitcoinMagazine #JeffBooth #NickBostrom #Geopolitics #AGI #CryptoPolicy #TechPolicy #FutureOfMoney
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MMA Champion Cris Cyborg: Fighting Inflation with Bitcoin | The Culture Bit
MMA legend and Grand Slam Champion Cris Cyborg joins The Culture Bit to share her powerful journey from professional fighting to Bitcoin advocacy. She discusses why she began buying Bitcoin in 2018, how inflation in Brazil shaped her views, and why she believes Bitcoin is critical for athletes and families alike. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation ahead of her appearance at Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas.⭐ MEET CRIS CYBORG at the world's largest Bitcoin conference, May 27-29 in Las Vegas, NV! ⭐Get 10% OFF your Bitcoin 2025 tickets with code "BMVIDEO10": https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2025
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BitBonds: The $2 TRILLION Plan to Fix America's Debt Crisis | Bitcoin Backstage feat. Alex McShane
America is $34 trillion in debt—but a radical new idea called BitBonds could change everything. Backed by Bitcoin and pitched to U.S. Senators by Andrew Hohns, this $2 trillion refinancing plan could transform federal finance and put Bitcoin at the heart of U.S. monetary strategy.In this episode of Bitcoin Backstage, Isabella Santos breaks down how BitBonds work, what they means for investors, and why the government may adopt Bitcoin faster than anyone expects. PLUS, we go backstage with Alex McShane, former Director of Programming at the Bitcoin Conference, at Bitcoin MENA 2024 for his take on sovereign and institutional Bitcoin adoption trends.Watch Bitcoin Magazine's exclusive interview with Andrew Hohns for more: https://youtu.be/KdcCTesi808Connect with Isabella Santos on X: https://x.com/isabellasg3💥 SIGN UP FOR THE BITCOIN REWARDS CREDIT CARD FROM FOLD & TAKE YOUR SAT STACKING TO THE NEXT LEVEL W/ 2% BACK IN BTC 👉https://foldapp.com/bitcoinmagazineChapters:0:00 – America’s $34 Trillion Debt Problem0:40 – Introducing BitBonds: Bitcoin-Backed Treasury Innovation2:00 – BitBonds Explained: How They Work3:00 – Who Wins? Treasury vs. Investor Incentives4:00 – Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and U.S. Policy Shift5:30 – Can Institutions Custody Bitcoin Responsibly?6:45 – Why Corporate Bitcoin Adoption is Still Nascent7:40 – The Bigger Vision: Bitcoin as Financial Infrastructure---------⭐ Join us at the world's largest Bitcoin conference, May 27-29 in Las Vegas, NV! Get 10% OFF your Bitcoin 2025 tickets with code "BMVIDEO10": https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2025#BTC #BitcoinNews #FinancialNews #BitBonds #BitcoinMagazine #SoundMoney #FX #BondMarket #FixedIncome #USA #Bessent
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How BitBonds Will Revolutionize Fixed Income Markets w/ Newmarket Capital CEO Andrew Hohns
Can Bitcoin help solve America’s debt crisis? Andrew Hohns, CEO of Newmarket Capital, joins us to break down his groundbreaking BitBonds proposal—a $2 trillion plan to modernize U.S. Treasury issuance by integrating Bitcoin into fixed income markets. We explore the mechanics, macroeconomic impact, and long-term implications for institutional investors, sovereign finance, and Bitcoin adoption.Secure your spot at Bitcoin 2025 and join us at the world's largest Bitcoin conference May 27-29 in Las Vegas, NV!Use code "BMVIDEO10" for 10% off your ticket: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2025#Bitcoin #BitBonds #FixedIncome #USDebtCrisis #DigitalAssets #MacroFinance #TreasuryBonds #CryptoPolicy #NewmarketCapital #BitcoinAdoption #MonetaryPolicy #AndrewHohns #BitcoinForAmerica #BTC
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Bitcoin vs. Gold: The U.S. Strategic Pivot Explained | The Bitcoin Policy Hour
Episode #2 of the Bitcoin Policy Hour hosted by the Bitcoin Policy Institute. Geopolitics and policy experts Matthew Pines, Zack Shapiro and Zack Cohen discuss America's Bitcoin and gold strategies in the context of a new monetary order and U.S.-China competition. They game out for what reasons, and with what likelihood, the U.S. may pivot from hoarding gold, to accumulating Bitcoin, and what this could mean for global capital flows and international relations.Chapters:00:00 - INTRO01:10 - Geo-economic Forces & the Dollar Network06:00 - Triffin's Dilemma Explained10:50 - Gold as a Geopolitical Hedge20:00 - U.S. Bitcoin Strategy & National Security28:10 - Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) & Budget Neutrality43:00 - Global Fallout & Bitcoin's Geopolitical RoleJoin leading policymakers, Bitcoin industry leaders and the builders creating the future of Bitcoin in America at the 2025 Bitcoin Policy Summit, June 25-26 in Washington, D.C.Visit https://www.btcpolicysummit.org/ to get your ticket and learn more about the premiere Bitcoin policy event in the world.READ: A “Global Economic Reordering:” US-China Competition and Bitcoin as a Tool of US Statecraft, by Matthew Pines: https://www.btcpolicy.org/articles/a-global-economic-reordering-us-china-competition-and-bitcoin-as-tool-of-us-statecraftFollow the Bitcoin Policy Institute on X: https://x.com/btcpolicyorgRead more about "The Bitcoin Policy Hour" in Bitcoin Magazine: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/bitcoin-magazine-bitcoin-policy-institute-launch-the-bitcoin-policy-hour-to-explore-global-finance-policy-and-monetary-trends#BTC #Gold #Currency #FX #Markets #PoliticalEconomy #Geopolitics #China #USA #BitcoinPolicyInstitute #BitcoinMagazine
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