In this conversation with Lyn Alden, we delve into the complexities of Bitcoin consensus, exploring the various stakeholders involved in maintaining it, the implications of hard and soft forks, and the importance of understanding the state of mind of stakeholders. We discuss the risks associated with network fragmentation and the potential impact of institutional investors on Bitcoin's future, emphasizing the need for education and awareness within the community. We also cover Lyn's reaction to the election, Bitcoin's price reaching ATHs and her near-term macro outlook.

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 Lyn Alden is a brilliant macroeconomist, investment strategist and General Partner at Ego Death Capital. She, Ren Crypto Fish, Steve Lee, and others have recently published the paper "Analyzing Bitcoin Consensus: Risks in Protocol Upgrades." Available at https://github.com/bitcoin-cap/bcap Follow Lyn on X https://x.com/LynAldenContact and subscribe to her phenomenal newsletter https://www.lynalden.com.

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