Bitcoin
13 Reasons Bitcoin Bulls Are Wrong
We deconstruct 13 arguments from proponents of bitcoin, and lay out why they’re wrong.
Chris MacIntosh
March 22, 2021
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Bitcoin
ICOs – A Brief History
In this piece, the guys at ZeroCap look at what ICOs are and their history; how many of the cryptocurrencies you may already know of came into existence through ICOs, the role that Ethereum played and the lessons learnt from this overly crypto-exuberant time.
Trent Barnes
July 25, 2020
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Financial Markets
What To Own When The Inevitable Currency Wars Begin
Taking a closer look at Iran’s gold-backed cryptocurrency. Are there better alternatives for investors?
Chris MacIntosh
July 26, 2019
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World Out Of Whack
World Out Of Whack: Ruskies, Sanctions, And Bitcoin – Coincidence?
Has Bitcoin just become a geopolitical tool in an increasingly politically fractious world? We look at how and why Russia is moving forward with cryptocurrency both in mining and blockchain development. The $100m investment into mining follows blockchain technology being reportedly viewed as a “promising tool to assist Russia in diversifying its economy beyond oil and gas” by President Putin.
Chris MacIntosh
August 16, 2017
14 Comments
Financial Markets
Wishes Aside, Gold Is Going To Fly
Sure, it may just go to $650 an ounce first, which incidentally would be awesome for those of us who love going long asymmetry. Rest assured however, when the wheels truly come off of what is easily the craziest monetary experiment of modern times, there will be no stopping gold
Chris MacIntosh
April 8, 2016
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Global Trends
A Massive Shift Is Underway!
I was abruptly awoken yesterday by a “PMS day.” A Richter-like force, brimming under the surface, evidenced by the stomping, grumbling, and frustration that accompanies this phenomenon. As a husband, I’m grateful for the warning signs; I can hide prepare accordingly. It’s not hard to see change when it’s upon
Chris MacIntosh
April 1, 2016
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Podcast
Centralization vs. Decentralization
While the 20th century unequivocally belonged to the centralization of resources and capital, both human and monetary, we are now undergoing a shift of seismic proportions in the 21st century. And understanding this is so utterly crucial to your personal wealth. The issue of decentralization is one of the most important
Chris MacIntosh
March 28, 2016
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