Al Gore's Bitcoin profile

First mentioned: 20/03/2013

Last mentioned: 01/11/2015

Total mentions: 2

Most mentions: 2015

Also known as Albert Arnold Gore Jr., Al Gore is an American statesman, entrepreneur, and advocate for environmental causes, notably holding the position of the 45th Vice President of the United States from 1993 to 2001. Recognized for his impactful efforts in climate change advocacy, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007. Throughout his lifetime, Al Gore has achieved distinctions such as winning a Grammy Award in the Best Spoken Word Album category for his work on "An Inconvenient Truth," as well as receiving a Primetime Emmy Award and a Webby Award for his notable contributions


Al Gore on Bitcoin

2015
01/11/2015

Al Gore's insights on Bitcoin are highlighted in Richard Caetano's book, "Learning Bitcoin." This comprehensive guide delves into the dynamic realm of finance, advocating the utilization of cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin and Blockchain technology, to navigate the evolving landscape of financial transactions. "When bitcoin currency is converted from currency into cash, that interface has to remain under some regulatory safeguards. I think the fact that within the bitcoin universe an algorithm replaces the functions of the government... [that] is actually pretty cool."


2013
20/03/2013

According to Pymnts.com, the annual Innovation Project hosts the 'most senior executives and thought leaders in payments, commerce, and retail' for discussion on the industry. Attendee Carson Junginger quoted Al Gore at the event: "I'm a big fan of Bitcoin."