Erik Bethel - Blockchain Technology and China's #1 Goal | Shawn Ryan Show: Episode #144

📌 Description:
In this episode of The Shawn Ryan Show, Erik Bethel, a seasoned financial expert and former U.S. Executive Director of the World Bank, shares his profound insights on global economics, finance, and geopolitics. With his experience in international finance and his deep understanding of U.S.-China relations, Erik brings a unique perspective on the current economic landscape, national security, and the future of digital currency. Join us as we explore the shifting dynamics of global markets, the economic implications of geopolitical decisions, and the emerging role of digital currency in today’s economy.

🟢 About Erik Bethel:
Erik Bethel has spent decades navigating the complexities of global finance and economics, including significant roles in investment banking, private equity, and his tenure at the World Bank. Known for his strategic expertise and forward-thinking approach, Erik provides a powerful lens through which to view economic policy, international affairs, and the evolving financial landscape.

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00:00 Introduction
02:15 Concerns About Data Privacy
09:18 The World Bank Explained
29:32 Growing Up in Miami
46:13 First Steps in Finance
57:49 Life in China
01:07:20 Challenges in China
01:22:51 Return to the US
01:28:39 National Security Concerns with Energy Infrastructure
01:30:18 Challenges in Transitioning to Renewable Energy
01:39:57 The Power Demands of AI and Industry
01:59:20 Blockchain for Transparency in Global Aid
02:12:37 The Invisible War with China
02:21:59 Technological Advancements and Threats
02:27:09 BRICS and the U.S. Dollar
02:32:02 U.S. Fiscal Deficits and Debt
02:55:58 Maritime Technology and National Security
03:01:10 Wrapping Up

Video by Shawn Ryan of Vigilance Elite:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqZNy5fSDxU

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Erik Bethel:
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/erik-bethel
Wiki: www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erik_Bethel

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