The History of Crypto Goes Further Back Than You Think

Computer scientists and digital rebels built the revolutionary crypto system.
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[@mascadadelpantion8018]

The history of cryptography goes back way much farther than I think mostly because I didn't know how far back it goes or what the heck cryptography is

[@tulio5990]

Thank you for letting us know of your shortcomings, make sure to include you full name next time.

[@investorbettor505]

Here’s *some* of the history -Cesar used cryptography with his army -Some princess in England used cryptography to try to become queen -the US used cryptography to help defeat the nazis

[@mascadadelpantion8018]

@@investorbettor505 So you're saying, cryptography kills nazis

[@yaraviera4444]

Thanks for this program..

[@noanyobiseniss7462]

Cypherpunks are heroes.

[@pghurd3340]

Thank you for explaining it to me like you're teaching a kid ... without all of they hype and b.s. I hate it a lot less now.

[@adpirtle]

Finn Brunton looks exactly like I would imagine a crypto historian to look.

[@dad102]

I feel smarter now.

[@cryptocole239]

where can I find a longer version of this

[@tulio5990]

I think Lewis Carrol published an interesting book that takes you on a deep journey of discovery.

[@jeffdavis5723]

*Very cool, interesting, informative article, video. Thanks* 😊 🤛🏼 👍🏼👍🏼 ❤️

[@kennethedwards3095]

Where's the full video?

[@JSchrumm]

Tales from the Crypto.

[@Noralee647]

Most beginners believe that investing in crypto and stock is all about holding till it rises, with the recent crash in the market and recession. We should know that long term price predictions are very difficult to achieve. It's better to trade short term and make profit.

[@katelopez72]

A good investment requires experience and knowledge to carry out a successful trade. Professionally it’s recommended to trade with experienced brokers, who can help grow your profits while assisting you learn the trade .

[@Williamsparker165]

A lot of people still make massive profit from the crypto market, all you really need is a relevant information and some

[@andreharris770]

@@Williamsparker165 You trade also?, I

[@Williamsparker165]

I don't trade on my own anymore, I invest with a professional assigned by a crypto company that trades and returns profits on weekly basis without extra fees attached. She is Ms. Helen Mirren. .

[@Zacharyphil]

With an initial investment of 6,000$, She has helped me grow my portfolio massively with weekly returns within a short period. .

[@alicecampos-ayala3290]

What does that name means? 8:18

[@SolaceEasy]

Wait, didn't I watch this already?

[@RealMTBAddict]

Cryptography is not cryptocoin. Lol

[@mkyfinn73]

Watch the video buddy, one led to the other.

[@cdes68]

What did it help achieve up to now?

[@martinlutherkingjr.5582]

Transmission of secret data without it being intercepted, didn’t you watch the video?

[@andrewserna28]

using cryptography and a Ponzi scheme is what currently being called Krypto currency

[@christophermccord3316]

Social security is a ponzi scheme.... money is a ponzi scheme.... life is a ponzi scheme....

[@martinlutherkingjr.5582]

Everyone buys Bitcoin at the price they deserve

[@tulio5990]

@@martinlutherkingjr.5582 I would believe that the man is still alive, because this comment has some superior processing behind it...

[@richardweiss6801]

As smart as it is supposed to be somehow it's not working. It is also cultish and I would never join any cult that would have someone like me as a member.

[@martinlutherkingjr.5582]

What are you talking about? Bitcoin has been running with a 99.9999999% uptime for 14 years. Banks can’t even do that for a week. Maybe you perceive it to be “not working” because you haven’t even bothered to spend 10 mins setting up a multisig quorum yet.

[@satchell78]

I'm taking a wild guess and saying Elon, Peter and Jack are Nakamoto.

[@billgreen1861]

Ok, I'll bite... who is, Peter n who is, Jack ?

[@satchell78]

@@billgreen1861 Peter Thiel, Jack Dorsey...probably a few more. Nakamoto's a group not an individual.

[@fredcruegger9734]

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