23. Bitcoin in Lebanon with Thomas Semaan

January 02, 2021 01:30:25
23. Bitcoin in Lebanon with Thomas Semaan
The Bitcoin Standard Podcast
23. Bitcoin in Lebanon with Thomas Semaan

Jan 02 2021 | 01:30:25

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Show Notes

Thomas Semaan is an ex-student of Saifedean who has been active in the Lebanese bitcoin scene. He joins us to tell us about the Lebanese fiat crisis, how bitcoin has helped him and other bitcoiners, and compare its effectiveness to political activism and delusions of reform.

 

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