The Problem: Scaling Trust

Makoto Shibuya explores the interconnectedness of problems facing humanity, particularly focusing on the illusions of scarcity, the importance of trust in economic systems, and the role of education in fostering awareness of solutions. He emphasizes the potential of technology, particularly Bitcoin, to create a more equitable distribution of resources and the necessity of a shift in mindset to recognize that humanity has the means to support itself indefinitely.

Takeaways

• A problem adequately stated is a problem well on its way to being solved.
• The Malthusian worldview fosters the belief in scarcity.
• Education is crucial for recognizing our potential to thrive.
• Technology allows us to do more with less.
• Trust must scale with the size of our networks.
• Economic models should be based on scientific laws, not fallible human institutions.
• Violence is counterproductive in a resource-abundant world.
• Awareness of our resources can prevent global conflict.
• The Bitcoin network represents a new form of wealth.
• Humanity can afford to do whatever it needs to do.

Keywords

problems, solutions, resources, economics, trust, communication, education, Bitcoin, global wealth, scarcity