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EPISODE · Jul 14, 2017 · 44 MIN

What is bitcoin really for?

from MOTHERBOARD · host MOTHERBOARD

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies aren't just for making money. Enthusiasts often believe the technology could help give rise to a political revolution. But of what kind? On this week's episode, we talk to two researchers about the ideology behind bitcoin. Did it arise out of extreme right-wing beliefs, or merely the desire to fight back against big tech companies consolidating the internet?

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