In this week’s episode of the “Joe Rogan Experience” podcast, OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, engaged in a thoughtful discussion about the intricacies of artificial intelligence (AI). During their conversation, renowned American podcaster Rogan expressed his deep fascination with Bitcoin, singling it out as the most captivating player in the digital asset space.
Joe Rogan’s Arguments
Joe Rogan, whose podcast series is reportedly one of the most heard audio shows, featured OpenAI’s Sam Altman in episode #2044. Apart from AI, the two talked about several trending topics, including central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), the FTX controversy, and Bitcoin (BTC).
Rogan stated that Bitcoin has the greatest potential to become a “universal viable currency.” He highlighted the limited supply and decentralized mining process of Bitcoin, making it an intriguing contender for wider adoption. He stated:
“The real fascinating crypto is Bitcoin. To me, that’s the one that I think has the most likely possibility of becoming a universal viable currency. It’s limited in the amount that there can be, and people mine it with their own computers. That, to me, is very fascinating. I love the fact that it’s been implemented.”
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Sam Altman’s Arguments
Altman also shared his excitement about Bitcoin by calling it “super logical.” He stated:
“I think this idea that we have a global currency that is outside of the control of any government is a super logical and important step on the tech tree.”
Altman noted that the transition to a “technologically empowered world,” which includes Bitcoin, has the potential to combat corruption.
Concerns About the U.S. Government’s Actions
Altman didn’t hold back in criticizing the U.S. government’s unfriendly approach to Bitcoin and digital assets. He expressed disappointment and serious concern, believing that the government’s actions indicate a desire to control a global currency that operates beyond its reach. OpenAI’s CEO stated:
“I am disappointed with what the US government has done recently regarding cryptocurrencies. I think it’s a kind of war, a position of: we can’t let it get out of hand; we will control. It makes me pretty sad for the country.”
Moreover, both Altman and Rogan talked about CBDCs, stating that such currencies could result in increased government surveillance and control over people’s spending patterns.
Rogan believes that the government should instead prioritize critical matters like infrastructure. He underscored his concerns about CBDCs being linked to a social credit scoring system:
“That scares the shit out of me. The push toward that is not for the overall good of society; that’s for control.”
Friday’s episode highlights the ongoing debate surrounding digital asset regulation, noting the significance of Bitcoin in the global financial landscape.
