Originally published on: October 09, 2024
Economists Tyler Cowen and Alex Tabarrok, known for their Marginal Revolution blog and podcast, recently discussed their predictions for the 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics. In a surprising choice, Cowen proposed Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin as a potential dark horse candidate for the prestigious award.
During a podcast episode on Oct. 8, Cowen highlighted Buterin’s contributions to monetary economics, citing his role in developing Ethereum and pioneering the proof-of-stake mechanism. Tabarrok echoed Cowen’s sentiments, praising Buterin’s innovative work in the cryptocurrency realm.
Despite Buterin’s significant accomplishments, the economists acknowledged that his impact may still pale in comparison to the elusive creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto. Speculation about Nakamoto’s true identity has resurfaced with recent claims linking him to computer scientist Peter Todd in an HBO documentary.
As the Nobel Prize announcement approaches on Oct.14, all eyes are on the potential contenders in the field of economics. Could Buterin’s groundbreaking work in cryptocurrency earn him the recognition he deserves? Stay tuned for updates on this intriguing possibility.
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