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Every book Alexander Lloyd recommended on podcasts
Alexander Lloyd appeared on The Rubin Report to discuss cryptocurrencies and, specifically, the core themes and purpose behind Bitcoin. During the interview, Lloyd discussed The Little Bitcoin Book, which he co-authored alongside Timi Ajiboye, Luis Buenaventura, Alex Gladstein, Lily Liu, Alejandro Machado, Jimmy Song, and Alena Vranova. He contrasted the internet with Bitcoin, explaining that while the internet allowed any two people to exchange ideas and information, Bitcoin serves as a preeminent mechanism for any two people to exchange and store value. Lloyd emphasized that the book focuses heavily on Bitcoin compared to other types of technology, detailing how the cryptocurrency was designed in an amazingly smart way to function as an evolving, secure tool for financial transactions. Throughout the conversation, he elaborated on the foundational concepts explored in the collaborative text, providing listeners with insight into the practical applications and design philosophy behind the widely discussed digital asset.
Books recommended by Alexander Lloyd
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Futu.re
Futu.re by Dmitry Glukhovsky is a dystopian science fiction novel set in a grim future where humanity has conquered death, leading to extreme overpopulation and strict government control.
Discussed“Whereas the internet, in a way, was a way to let any two people exchange ideas and information, and Bitcoin is going to be a way that any two people can exchange value and that's a big part of this book.”
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The Little Bitcoin Book
Discussed“Whereas the internet, in a way, was a way to let any two people exchange ideas and information, and Bitcoin is going to be a way that any two people can exchange value and that's a big part of this book.”
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Books Alexander Lloyd wrote
Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
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| What People Still Get Wrong About Bitcoin | Alexander Lloyd Interview | The Rubin Report | 2021-07-01 | 4 |