The New Frontier E003: Navigating Economic Shifts in the Middle East with Saifedean Ammous

Onramp Media Special Feature! ~ The New Frontier from Onramp MENA ~ Subscribe to Onramp MENA's YouTube channel linked below to catch new episodes of The New Frontier podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@OnrampMENA In this episode, economist Saifedean Ammous explores the benefits of monarchies and how they contribute to the Middle East’s evolving economic landscape. He delves into the region’s shift away from oil dependency, discussing the strategies behind economic diversification. Additionally, Saifedean examines the intersection of Austrian economics with Islamic finance, providing unique insights into how these frameworks can shape the future of the region’s financial systems. Make sure to check out Saifedean.com: https://saifedean.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saifedean/ X: https://x.com/saifedean 0:00 - Introduction 1:35 - The Economic Transformation of the Gulf Countries 18:01 - Understanding Austrian Economics: Subjective Value and Human Action 28:13 - The Potential Future of Economic Policies in the Middle East 38:59 - The Intersection of Austrian Economics and Islamic Finance 42:29 - Bitcoin: A Solution for Islamic Finance 48:34 - Bitcoin’s Impact in Conflict Zones 52:13 - The Importance of Education on Sound Money Principles 55:55 - Opportunities for Bitcoin Mining in the Middle East The New Frontier is a dynamic, bitcoin-centric podcast that bridges the gap between the transformative world of Bitcoin and the unique financial landscape of the Middle East, covering both conventional and Islamic finance. Join us as we uncover the potential of Bitcoin to secure and propagate purchasing power through time, making it the essential asset for savvy investors in the region and beyond. Check out our Website: www.onrampmena.com Contact us: https://www.onrampmena.com/contact-us