Bitcoin's True Potential: Why It's Not Money Yet!

12/12/2025 1h 9min Episodio 86
Bitcoin's True Potential: Why It's Not Money Yet!

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In this conversation, Pascal Hugli and Hubertus Hofkirchner discuss the current state of Bitcoin as a monetary system, emphasizing that while Bitcoin has potential as base money, it lacks the necessary credit layer to function effectively in the real economy. He explores the historical context of money, the importance of elasticity in monetary systems, and the role of credit money. Hofkirchner introduces the BitCredit protocol, which aims to create a decentralized credit system using e-bills and Wildcat mints, while also addressing the need for non-custodial e-cash solutions. The discussion highlights the challenges and opportunities in building a Bitcoin-based economy.Chapters:00:00 Intro01:19 Bitcoin: The Future of Money?05:33 Understanding Money: Mises and Beyond12:33 The Need for Credit Money18:24 Elasticity in Monetary Systems25:28 Bitcoin Credit Money Explained32:36 The Role of E-Bills in Bitcoin Economy39:56 Wildcats vs. Traditional Banks47:37 E-Cash: The Future of Transactions01:04:50 Building the BitCredit ProtocolCheck out our sponsors👇https://mining.blockwaresolutions.com/lnmsBlockware is a Mining-as-a-Service platform that makes it easy for anyone to start mining Bitcoin straight from home! Get $100 off your first miner with discount code LNMS🔥https://bitbox.swiss/lnmsBitBox is the best in class hardware wallet, I personally trust and use! Get 5% off your first order with discount code LNMS🔥Follow Hubertus Hofkirchner:https://x.com/hubertusvieFollow me👇Twitter - https://x.com/pahuegNostr - npub1qhx7lnggpv64f0wt5xyjj7h90qh5ewu35pspr66sj8alc4gvcfjqqn04l8Get the latest in finance, crypto, and Bitcoin. Our newsletter provides clear, concise and actionable insights. Don't miss out—check out our Newsletter and subscribe today! 🔥⬇️https://substack.com/@lessnoisemoresignalBitcoin Book 👇Order from Europe: https://www.amazon.de/dp/1967693013Global: https://www.amazon.com/-/de/dp/B0F9W8Y283Thank you for subscribing to our channel! We’re excited to have you with us!#Bitcoin, #creditmoney, #monetarysystem, #Mises, #ebills, #Wildcatmints, #ecash, #inflation, #deflation, #AustrianEconomics