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Bitcoin crashes by $10,000 but we're happy!
Episode 10
Wednesday, 27 March, 2024
SummaryIn this episode, Alex and Shimon discuss Bitcoin's power law and its implications for the future of the cryptocurrency. They explain the concept of power law and how it differs from previous models of Bitcoin's price. They also draw parallels between power law in nature and Bitcoin's price corridor. The hosts highlight the significance of the power law model and its rigorous analysis compared to previous models. They conclude by exploring the potential of AI and robotics, showcasing a demo of a robot interacting with Chad GPT-4. The conversation covers various topics related to AI, including the power of AI chips, the potential increase in energy demand, the importance of open-source AI, and the need for trust and transparency in AI development. The intersection of crypto, AI, and open source is also discussed, highlighting the role of cryptographic proof and on-chain data. The dangers of concentrated power in AI and the importance of societal input in shaping AI values are explored. The hosts express disappointment with a podcast interview style that lacks depth and critical questioning.Takeaways* Bitcoin's price follows a power law, which is a mathematical model that predicts a straight line on a log-log scale graph.* The power law model provides a more rigorous and accurate analysis of Bitcoin's price compared to previous models.* Power law is a common phenomenon in nature, seen in the relationship between body mass and metabolic rate in animals.* The power law model suggests that Bitcoin's price will continue to grow over time, with a predicted floor price and a slower rate of growth in the future. AI chips are becoming increasingly powerful and are driving advancements in AI technology.* The use of AI will likely lead to an increase in energy demand, which could lower the cost of energy and benefit industries like Bitcoin mining.* Open-source AI allows for innovation and collaboration, ensuring that AI development is not controlled by a single company or entity.* The intersection of crypto, AI, and open source has the potential to create more transparent and trustworthy AI systems.* Concentrated power in AI development poses risks, and it is important to involve society in shaping AI values and decision-making.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Bitcoin's Power Law02:45 Understanding Power Law and Bitcoin's Price07:59 Power Law in Nature and Bitcoin's Price Corridor13:00 Implications of Power Law for Bitcoin's Future22:05 Predictions and Investment Potential22:56 Exploring AI and Robotics26:47 Reflection on Performance27:11 The Power of AI Chips27:40 Nvidia's AI Chip Innovations28:29 AI at the Chip Level29:18 Increased Energy Demand30:17 Energy Consumption and Efficiency31:04 The Excitement of Using More Energy31:23 Open Source AI and Innovation32:19 Genetic Algorithms and Open Source AI37:39 The Intersection of Crypto, AI, and Open Source42:32 The Importance of Open Source AI and Trust43:28 The Need for Cryptographic Proof and On-Chain Data45:47 The Dangers of Concentrated Power in AI46:16 The Role of Society in Shaping AI Values47:58 Disappointment with Interviewing Style50:09 The Dollar Auction Show and Strong OpinionsApple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/36u8fmbrSpotify Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4zv6syfcHardcorefinanceshow.comFollow us on Twitter@MrEBITDA@ShimonLazarovSupport the showSupport the show
