Bit Basics: the economics of Bitcoin

Why did the 2008 financial crisis kick off the creation of Bitcoin? What problem does Bitcoin actually solve? This is a newbie-friendly Bitcoin meetup where we'll learn about the economic side of Bitcoin. Dumb questions are welcome. Basic rules: * Bitcoin-only event (no other crypto will be discussed) * No photos, videos, or recording * [Chatham House Rule](https://www.chathamhouse.org/about-us/chatham-house-rule): share the information you receive, but do not reveal the identity of who said it …