A Philosophical Case for Bitcoin: Resistance Money w/ Andrew Bailey, Craig Warmke & Bradley Rettler
In another interview from the Bitcoin Policy Summit in Washington DC, we got the sneak peek at Resistance Money: A Philosophical Case for Bitcoin. It's an academic masterpiece analyzing the philosophical foundations of Bitcoin. Joined by its authors: Andrew M. Bailey, Craig Warmke and Bradley Rettler, these scholars, all BPI fellows, discuss their forthcoming book. The panel explores how Bitcoin serves as a form of "resistance money," offering a way to combat corporate and government overreach by providing a private, censorship-resistant, and inclusive monetary system with a fixed policy that cannot be altered by any individual or group.The discussion touches on the pervasive issue of data privacy in today's world, highlighting how corporations exploit consumer spending data for profit. Bitcoin's privacy features are emphasized as a solution, allowing users to transact without leaving a trail that corporations can track and analyze. Furthermore, the panel addresses the power of traditional payment networks to censor transactions, potentially blocking access to essential goods and services based on prevailing political or social winds. Bitcoin's decentralized nature is presented as a way to circumvent these arbitrary controls, ensuring that individuals can freely conduct transactions.
Andrew Bailey introduces a thought-provoking thought experiment to frame the various dimensions of Bitcoin's impact: Would you want Bitcoin to exist if you didn't know who you would be in the world? This question underpins their examination of Bitcoin's opt-in monetary policy, inclusivity, and potential environmental benefits. The panelists argue that Bitcoin's proof-of-work system, often criticized for its environmental impact, can actually play a role in fighting climate change. They conclude with a call to action for readers to form their own informed opinions on Bitcoin's role in society, emphasizing the importance of considering diverse perspectives and data when evaluating this revolutionary form of money.
Timestamps:
00:00 Resistance Money: Using Bitcoin to Resist Corporate and Government Overreach
02:36 Bitcoin's Role in Fighting Corporate Overreach
04:18 The Dimensions of Bitcoin: Monetary Policies, Privacy, and Censorship Resistance
05:09 Bitcoin's Inclusivity and Fixed Monetary Policy
07:00 The Impact of Policies on Bitcoin Adoption and Usage
Guests:
Bradley Rettler: Associate Professor at the University of Wyoming and BPI Fellow
Andrew Bailey: Professor at Yale NUS and BPI Fellow
Craig Warmke: Associate Professor at Northern Illinois University and BPI Fellow
Key Discussion Points:
1. The concept of Resistance Money and its significance
2. Corporate overreach and how Bitcoin offers a solution
3. Privacy and censorship resistance in Bitcoin transactions
4. The ethical and practical dimensions of Bitcoin's monetary policy
5. Bitcoin's potential environmental impact and its role in combating climate change
Book Release:
Title: Resistance Money: A Philosophical Case for Bitcoin
Release Date: June 14th
Available for Preorder: On Amazon and Rutledge
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