TD₿: Michael Saylor Blows Jordan Peterson's Mind on Bitcoin - (a Swan original video) with Hurley
TL;DR: Michael Saylor and Jordan Peterson dive into Bitcoin as more than just money—it's a moral, ideological, and structural lifeboat in a post-COVID world of asset seizures and economic distortion.
Hey Bitcoiners,
In a sweeping and philosophical interview, Michael Saylor sits down with Jordan Peterson to explore the nature of money, power, and the digital future—through the lens of Bitcoin. Against the backdrop of the COVID-19 lockdowns, Saylor describes the “bifurcation of Main Street and Wall Street,” where real-world businesses collapsed while financial assets soared.
This disconnect, enabled by zero interest rates and unprecedented monetary expansion, forced Saylor—and millions of others—to confront the fundamental question: What is money? His answer led him to Bitcoin, not as speculation, but as a lifeboat—an incorruptible store of energy across time, beyond the reach of parasitic systems and political seizure.
Together, Saylor and Peterson frame Bitcoin as more than a financial instrument—it’s a moral revolution. Bitcoin is presented as a decentralized, fault-tolerant, incorruptible protocol that protects the fruits of one’s labor in a world increasingly defined by surveillance, inflation, and systemic fragility.
The conversation is a rare fusion of economic insight and philosophical depth, delivering Bitcoin as not just “harder money,” but higher ground—a foundation for a freer civilization.
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The Blockchain Group Plans $342M Raise to Expand Bitcoin Treasury via At-the-Market Offering
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Under the agreement, TOBAM will purchase shares daily at either the prior day’s closing price or volume-weighted average price, whichever is higher, with a cap of 21% of daily trading volume.
The offering will run for six months, during which The Blockchain Group will issue regular updates on new share issuance and disclose its growing Bitcoin holdings, including Bitcoin per share on a fully diluted basis.
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What to Expect
Business Day (June 19): A dedicated pre-conference day tailored for entrepreneurs, investors, and developers, offering strategic insights into integrating Bitcoin into various business operations.
Main Conference (June 20–21): Two days of keynotes, panel discussions, and presentations from leading figures in the Bitcoin space, including:
Michael Saylor (Executive Chairman of MicroStrategy)
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Expo Hall: An extensive exhibition area featuring over 100 Bitcoin companies showcasing their latest innovations and services.
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BTC Prague 2025 offers a range of side events to enhance the conference experience.
Dev/Hack/Day (June 18): A one-day event for developers and tech enthusiasts to explore cutting-edge Bitcoin technologies.
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Run For Hal (June 19): A 5km social run through Prague's Old Town, honoring Bitcoin pioneer Hal Finney.
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Various ticket options are available at BTC Prague.
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