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A particularly intriguing discussion revolved around what happens when a fiat-backed nation—printing money to fund wars—confronts a nation on a Bitcoin standard. The host explained that excessive money printing devalues the currency, leading to inflation and destabilization—exemplified by Zimbabwe’s hyperinflation where money becomes virtually worthless.
Implications for war financing were examined, noting that countries like Russia face supply chain issues—particularly semiconductor shortages—limiting their military capabilities despite printing wealth. The control of energy and semiconductors is identified as a geopolitical battleground underpinning future conflicts, especially involving China and Taiwan.