Videos tagged with Corporate Activism

This video features Shawn Ryan interviewing Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, discussing the current state of cryptocurrency and its potential to foster economic freedom. Armstrong shares insights on the historical backing of reserve currencies, the shift away from the gold standard, and concerns about Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) like the Digital Yuan, highlighting risks of government control and surveillance. The conversation also touches upon corporate activism and the core mission of crypto to empower individuals and creators.

Citibank has reversed its 2018 anti-gun policy, which restricted services to firearms-related businesses based on sales practices like background checks, age limits (21+), and bans on bump stocks/high-capacity magazines. This shift is attributed to political pressure, including state-level non-discrimination acts costing the bank billions, and alleged intervention by the Trump administration. While Citibank claims a commitment to fair access, the speaker notes past hypocrisy and the need for continued vigilance from gun owners.

This video discusses the increasing pressure on corporate CEOs to adopt anti-gun agendas, framing it as a new tactic by "gun controllers" who have been unsuccessful in achieving legislative victories. The presenter suggests that this corporate pressure is an alternative avenue to push for gun control policies.