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BTC211: Bitcoin vs Art and Real Estate w/ Tad Smith (Bitcoin Podcast)

2024/12/4
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Exploring the art world with Tad Smith, former CEO of Sotheby’s, as we uncover the intersection of art, Bitcoin, and investment strategies.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00 - Intro

02:28 - The significance behind the $6.2M sale of a banana duct-taped to a wall.

08:07 - How stories shape the perception and value of art investments.

08:46 - What makes artwork valuable beyond its aesthetic appeal.

14:54 - Why scarce and desirable items tend to accrue lasting value.

23:20 - Whether and how investors market stories to amplify art's value post-purchase.

24:13 - The role of Bitcoin’s proof of work in distinguishing it from other protocols.

27:04 - How tokenization is transforming the art world.

33:56 - The historical role of leverage in outpacing inflation and the "money printer."

38:12 - Insights into Michael Saylor’s strategy with MicroStrategy.

47:50 - Key considerations for investing in art from a professional standpoint.

Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.

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