BTC Sessions Russia JUST Declared Crypto War on $37 Trillion U.S Global Reset | Marko, Prof St Onge, Erik Cason
Oct 22, 2025
In this engaging discussion, guests Peter St. Onge, an economist known for his insights on fiscal policy, Erik Cason, an advocate for Bitcoin sovereignty, and Marko from WhiteBoard Finance, tackle Russia's controversial crypto stance and its implications for the global economy. They explore the tension between Russia’s crypto ambitions and domestic controls, the enduring dominance of the U.S. dollar, and the potential of Bitcoin amidst fiscal mismanagement. Additionally, they highlight the importance of self-custody, community-driven projects, and understanding macroeconomic fundamentals.
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Printed Money Flows Into Hard Assets
- Marko connects printed fiat flows to hard assets and expects money to funnel into Bitcoin. He cites rising hash rate and infrastructure as reinforcing the structural case.
Gold, Bitcoin And Generational Divide
- Erik sees gold as a legacy safe-haven favored by older cohorts while Bitcoin adoption grows among younger, tech-savvy groups. He anticipates eventual convergence or hybrid products combining gold and Bitcoin.
Debasement Trade Drives Hard-Asset Demand
- Peter outlines the debasement trade: persistent deficits make hard assets attractive and rising deficits in recessions could become extreme. He notes Bitcoin's smaller market cap means flows move price more dramatically than gold.
