In this episode, Helee Lev and Ryan Nelson are joined by Loretta Napoleoni, economist, international bestselling author, and investigative journalist, to explore the cypherpunks' vision for internet privacy and how their ideas influenced Bitcoin’s creation. Discover the impact of the 2008 financial crisis on the rise of decentralized tech and the tech industry's growth. Join us as we reflect on lessons learned and the balance between technological progress and societal wellbeing.