In today’s episode with cypherpunk and artist Gus Grillasca, we explore the intricate crossroads of cryptocurrency and global economics. From the propaganda of inflation to Bitcoin Ordinals and the NFT controversy, this episode challenges conventional narratives and opens up new perspectives. Hear Gus' insights on navigating the Ethereum ecosystem, the financialization of Bitcoin, and privacy coins in the digital age.

We also talk about the evolving role of crypto in Latin America, reflect on the surprising dynamics of meme coins, and uncover gaps in financial literacy that could shape the next chapter of blockchain adoption. Whether you’re captivated by the promise of stablecoins, intrigued by NFT permanence, or pondering crypto’s place in an unstable world, this episode offers thought-provoking insights and artistic freedom at its core.

INFLARE: https://scarce.city/goods/inflare

Fierro Viejo: https://superrare.com/artwork/eth/0xb932a70A57673d89f4acfFBE830E8ed7f75Fb9e0/34374

Chapters:

00:00 Defiant Intro

00:10 Inflation is bankers’ propaganda

00:50 Introduction to Gus Grillasca

01:38 Gus’ Journey into blockchain

02:35 Banking challenges for travelors

04:44 Rare Pepes, Ethereum NFTs, and Bitcoin Ordinals

07:44 Changing views on the Ethereum ecosystem

09:04 Bitcoin Ordinals, memes, and the NFT Controversy

10:30 Bitcoin Ordinals and NFT permanence

14:53 The controversy around updates to the Bitcoin protocol

16:28 “INFLARE” and The Space by Art of Freedom

17:25 Inflation as a monetary phenomenon

21:06 Global inflation, purchasing power, and the role of crypto in an unstable world

25:37 Is the financialization of Bitcoin good or bad for crypto?

27:25 Bitcoin Reserve and the Digital Asset Stockpile

30:36 Thoughts on $TRUMP and other meme coins

34:45 Changing expectations of investing in NFT

38:18 Crypto’s role in Latin America

45:35 “Fierro Viejo,” NFTs and intellectual property

50:00 A gap in financial literacy

53:18 Ethereum’s changing roadmap

57:25 Privacy coins

59:40 The need for privacy in the digital age

01:03:05 Stablecoins, financial products, and exciting prospects in crypto

01:05:56 Final Thoughts

Beyond the Hype: Bitcoin, Inflation, and the Future of Crypto with Gus Grillasca

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