Key Points
- Robert Kiyosaki believes Bitcoin will force the US dollar into hiding due to economic principles and network effects.
- Kiyosaki suggests Bitcoin’s accessibility and potential as a hedge against inflation make it a valuable asset.
Robert Kiyosaki, the renowned author of “Rich Dad Poor Dad”, has made a bold claim about the future of the US dollar in relation to Bitcoin (BTC).
In a series of social media posts, Kiyosaki expressed his bullish outlook on Bitcoin, citing two key economic principles. He first referenced Gresham’s Law, which postulates that “bad money” drives “good money” into hiding. He suggested that gold, silver, and Bitcoin are causing the US dollar, which he terms as “fake”, to go into hiding.
Metcalfe’s Law and Bitcoin’s Future
The financial expert also drew attention to Metcalfe’s Law, which illustrates the power of networks. By comparing Bitcoin’s network effect to successful businesses like McDonald’s and his own Rich Dad company, Kiyosaki implied that Bitcoin’s growing network could significantly impact the global financial system.
Earlier this year, Kiyosaki warned of a looming “giant market crash”, while maintaining his optimistic view on Bitcoin, gold, and silver. He criticized the Federal Reserve, Treasury, banks, and Wall Street for their reliance on money printing. He argued that this practice benefits asset holders but adversely affects those who save in dollars due to inflation and taxes.
Bitcoin’s Accessibility and Inflation Hedge
Kiyosaki has been increasingly vocal about Bitcoin’s accessibility. Unlike traditional wealth-building methods that require sophisticated knowledge, he believes that Bitcoin simplifies wealth creation through accumulation and holding strategies. He suggested that even purchasing small amounts of Bitcoin and holding it long-term could lead to wealth accumulation.
His comments are part of a wider debate about monetary policy and inflation concerns. Kiyosaki advised his followers to guard against inflation by saving in what he terms “real assets” – gold, silver, and Bitcoin – instead of holding dollars. His views align with the growing institutional interest in Bitcoin as a potential hedge against inflation.