We Study Billionaires - The Investors Podcast

In this episode, Mark Goodwin, author of "The Chain of Custody: The Mafia Holding the Elite’s Bitcoin," explores the article's central themes, the concept of 'covert dollarization,' and Bitcoin's impact on venture capital and US intelligence. We also cover privacy and security concerns, and the future of Bitcoin in emerging markets. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 02:07 - The central message of "The Chain of Custody: The Mafia Holding the Elite’s Bitcoin." 02:49 - Insights from Mark Goodwin's book, "The Bitcoin Dollar." 05:25 - Explanation of Endeavor and its importance in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. 09:13 - The concept of 'covert dollarization' and its implications. 23:25 - How venture capital firms, influenced by US intelligence and organized crime, shape entrepreneurs and how Bitcoin fits into this dynamic. 31:28 - Predictions for the future of Bitcoin in Latin America over the next decade. 35:07 - Privacy and security concerns for individuals using Bitcoin in data-driven models by Big Tech