How Conscious Currency Can Help End Wars w/ CEO & Bitcoin Expert Cory Klippsten

Whether you’re a Bitcoin expert or someone that’s just interested in understanding what all the hype is about, this episode is for you. Cory Klippsten is the founder and CEO of SwanBitcoin.com. He also serves as an advisor to Unchained Capital, Bitcoin Venture Fund, and Riot Blockchain, and is a partner in Bitcoiner Ventures.  As an advisor he has supported more than $250M of fundraising since 2016, and as an angel has funded 20+ early-stage startups.  Show notes in order of appearance: Bitcoin hype. Cory’s last oh shit moment. How Cory and Sebastian met in LA Sebastian’s lessons he learned early on from Cory. Never invest in something that you don’t understand. What is Bitcoin? Cory goes overview and also deep on this question. Why Bitcoin? The smartest money ever created? Cory’s take on Bitcoin’s potential total market value. Blockchain. What it is and how it plays a role. Importance of blockchain in other areas (or lack thereof) Exchanges Vs Wallets. People freak out about this notion of “losing their password.” As they say “not your keys, not your bitcoin.” Coinbase, Robinhood, PayPal and SwanBitcoin. How they play a role. Why is Bitcoin conscious currency?  Can Bitcoin be used as a force for good?  How can Bitcoin help end wars? The controversy about Bitcoin’s energy consumption. How is Bitcoin helping in times of crisis in Venezuela? Cory talks about the name Swan Bitcoin. Cory’s 2 most important traits for a conscious leader to embody. How people can get started with Bitcoin. Visit SwanBitcoin and find SwanBitcoin on Instagram.  Connect with Sebastian on Instagram SebastianNaum.com