Episode 988 • • 1:07:51 - 1:11:56
988: Don's Dentures
Bitcoin Market Volatility, Transaction Costs and Altcoins
Bitcoin's utility as a payment mechanism is questioned as transaction costs and mempool congestion increase. While Bitcoin Core (BTC) is compared to a "tulip" bubble, other cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin Cash (BCH) and Ethereum are noted for providing different use cases. The segment includes a "de-douching" of the crypto market and a discussion on the speculative nature of current price charts.