比特币 ETF 有什么大不了的？

比特币ETF背后的资产管理公司已成为比特币的最大持有者。这些基金（一月份推出）是机构采用的里程碑，现在持有所有比特币的 5%！

In this episode of The Drew Mariani Show, Drew dives headfirst into the Bitcoin conversation with guests Bill Ulivieri (crypto enthusiast and investment advisor) and Chris Temple (editor of The National Investor).

在本期《德鲁·马里亚尼秀》中，德鲁与嘉宾 Bill Ulivieri（加密货币爱好者和投资顾问）和 Chris Temple（《国家投资者》编辑）深入探讨了比特币对话。

Together, they discuss the recent launch of Bitcoin ETFs, institutional adoption, and the role of Bitcoin in Catholic social teaching.

他们一起讨论了最近推出的比特币 ETF、机构采用以及比特币在天主教社会教学中的作用。

Here's a summary of the key points:

以下是要点总结：

Bitcoin ETFs: A Big Deal

比特币 ETF：一件大事

The asset managers behind Bitcoin ETFs have quickly become the largest holders of Bitcoin.

比特币ETF背后的资产管理公司已迅速成为比特币的最大持有者。

These funds, launched in January, already hold 5% of all Bitcoin.

这些基金于 1 月份推出，已持有比特币总量的 5%。

Interestingly, this surpasses even Satoshi Nakamoto's rumored holdings.

有趣的是，这甚至超过了中本聪的传闻持有量。

Bitcoin 101: Bill Ulivieri's Perspective

比特币 101：Bill Ulivieri 的观点

Bill provides a broad overview of Bitcoin:

比尔对比特币进行了广泛的概述：

It was designed as digital cash, enabling person-to-person value transfer without banks.

它被设计为数字现金，无需银行即可实现人与人之间的价值转移。

Bitcoin introduced digital scarcity, making it like "gold" for the internet.

比特币引入了数字稀缺性，使其成为互联网的“黄金”。

For international money transfers, Bitcoin does it at almost no cost and without the hassle.

对于国际汇款，比特币几乎免费且没有任何麻烦。

When asked if Bitcoin is digital gold, Bill's answer is a resounding YES.

当被问及比特币是否是数字黄金时，比尔的回答是肯定的。

But he goes further, arguing that it's not just a store of value; it's a better store of value than gold. Here's why:

但他更进一步，认为这不仅仅是一种价值储存手段；更是一种价值储存手段。它是比黄金更好的保值手段。原因如下：

Gold is inconvenient and outdated (try paying for gas with a gold coin!).

黄金既不方便又过时（尝试用金币支付汽油费！）。

Bitcoin, on the other hand, is secure, scarce, and globally accessible.

另一方面，比特币是安全的、稀缺的且全球均可获取的。

The Skeptic's View: Chris Temple's Perspective

怀疑论者的观点：克里斯·坦普尔的观点

Chris offers a contrasting perspective, suggesting that Bitcoin aligns with the "greater fool theory" (buying low, selling high, and hoping someone else pays more).

克里斯提出了相反的观点，认为比特币符合“更大的傻瓜理论”（低买高卖，并希望其他人支付更多）。

He compares it to historical events like tulip mania and the dot-com bubble, arguing that people are primarily motivated by profit.

他将其与郁金香狂热和互联网泡沫等历史事件进行了比较，认为人们的主要动机是利润。

In his view, Bitcoin is not the "currency of the people" like gold once was.

在他看来，比特币不再像曾经的黄金那样是“人民的货币”。

Crypto & Politics: Shifting Perspectives

加密货币与政治：转变视角

There's a noticeable change in attitude among politicians towards Bitcoin.

政界人士对比特币的态度发生了明显变化。

Trump, the SEC, and even Jerome Powell (Fed Chair) are recognizing its legitimacy.

特朗普、美国证券交易委员会，甚至杰罗姆·鲍威尔（美联储主席）都承认其合法性。

The crypto lobby has been actively involved, and 85% of their endorsed candidates won in the 2024 elections.

加密货币游说团体一直积极参与，他们支持的候选人中有 85% 在 2024 年的选举中获胜。

Bill sees this as America finally embracing blockchain technology, putting the U.S. back in the driver's seat of innovation.

比尔认为这标志着美国最终接受了区块链技术，使美国重新回到了创新的主导地位。

Catholic Perspective: Bitcoin & Social Teaching

天主教视角：比特币与社会教学

Bill connects Bitcoin to Catholic social teaching, specifically Pope Benedict XVI's Caritas in Veritate, which highlights the human costs of economic dysfunction.

比尔将比特币与天主教社会教义联系起来，特别是教皇本笃十六世的 Caritas in Veritate，它强调了经济失调给人类造成的代价。

Here's his argument:

这是他的论点：

The current system, with inflation and endless money printing, ultimately devalues human labor.

当前的体系，伴随着通货膨胀和无休止的印钞，最终使人类劳动力贬值。

Bitcoin, as honest money, serves as a hedge against inflation and corruption.

比特币作为诚实的货币，可以对冲通货膨胀和腐败。

It's accessible to anyone, anywhere, embodying freedom and dignity, especially for the poor.

任何人、任何地方都可以使用它，体现自由和尊严，特别是对穷人来说。

However, Chris maintains his skepticism, arguing that Bitcoin is too elitist and inaccessible for the average person ("Joe Six-Pack and Sally Soccer Mom").

然而，克里斯仍然保持怀疑态度，认为比特币过于精英化，对于普通人来说难以接近（“六块腹肌乔和足球妈妈莎莉”）。

Final Thoughts: Team Bitcoin vs. Skeptic

最后的想法：比特币团队与怀疑论者

Bill concludes by expressing his belief that Bitcoin is the future, offering a global, inflation-proof solution.

比尔最后表达了他的信念：比特币是未来，提供了全球性的、防通胀的解决方案。

On the other hand, Chris remains skeptical, likening Bitcoin to past financial bubbles.

另一方面，克里斯仍然持怀疑态度，将比特币比作过去的金融泡沫。

The discussion ultimately boils down to whether Bitcoin will become the currency of freedom or just another shiny object in a flawed system.

讨论最终归结为比特币是否会成为自由的货币，还是只是一个有缺陷的系统中的另一个闪亮的物体。

What do you think? Share your perspective in the comments below!

你怎么认为？在下面的评论中分享您的观点！

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要收听完整的对话并访问更具吸引力的天主教内容，请在您最喜欢的播客平台上查看相关广播或访问 relatedradio.com。

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不要忘记与您的朋友和家人分享这一集以继续对话。