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1121 Crypto Isn’t the Problem | Jared Busby on Bitcoin, Scams, and the Future of Money

1121 Crypto Isn’t the Problem | Jared Busby on Bitcoin, Scams, and the Future of Money

Update: 2025-12-17
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See more: https://thinkfuture.substack.comConnect with Jared: https://cryptoconfidence.substack.comIs crypto misunderstood—or deliberately misrepresented?In this episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis speaks with Jared Busby, writer of the Crypto Confidence Substack, about the real differences between crypto and blockchain, why scams dominate the headlines, and what the long-term future of money may actually look like.Jared breaks down why many companies avoid the word “crypto” while still relying on blockchain—and why blockchain without crypto often makes no sense at all. He also explains why scams are a feature of every new technology wave, not a reason to dismiss the technology itself.We cover:- The real difference between crypto and blockchain- Why “blockchain without crypto” is usually pointless- Why scams are common in new technologies—and why crypto is actually traceable- How to store crypto safely using hardware wallets and seed phrases- Why new investors should start with Bitcoin before touching altcoins- The risks of leaving assets on exchanges- Why Jared is skeptical of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs)- The long-term risks facing fiat currencies—and why Bitcoin may matter more than everJared’s perspective is pragmatic, grounded, and refreshingly calm in a space full of hype and fear. Whether you’re crypto-curious or deeply skeptical, this conversation offers clarity without evangelism.

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1121 Crypto Isn’t the Problem | Jared Busby on Bitcoin, Scams, and the Future of Money

1121 Crypto Isn’t the Problem | Jared Busby on Bitcoin, Scams, and the Future of Money

chris kalaboukis