Jacob Goldstein

host of the “What’s Your Problem?” podcast

Jacob Goldstein on KCRW

On Tuesday, Bitcoin’s value soared past previous records, largely because federal regulators started allowing it to be traded in exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

Bitcoin is stronger than ever. But you can’t buy anything with it

On Tuesday, Bitcoin’s value soared past previous records, largely because federal regulators started allowing it to be traded in exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

The Federal Reserve is raising interest rates to discourage people from buying more things because supply is low. But when rates are too high, a recession can happen.

Worst inflation in 40 years, interest rates up, recession risk looms

The Federal Reserve is raising interest rates to discourage people from buying more things because supply is low. But when rates are too high, a recession can happen.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Last month’s cyberattack on the Colonial Pipeline created 1970s-style gas lines across the Southeastern United States for days.

Would banning Bitcoin solve the problem of ransomware attacks?

Last month’s cyberattack on the Colonial Pipeline created 1970s-style gas lines across the Southeastern United States for days.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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