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In this episode, Lloyd James Ross breaks down why he believes the Bitcoin “death spiral” has already started and what it could mean for your money, especially if you’re exposed to crypto. He unpacks MicroStrategy’s massive leveraged Bitcoin bet, the looming unwind of the Japanese carry trade, and how these risks could trigger a chain reaction across crypto, stocks, property, and even the Australian dollar. From margin calls and forced selling to behavioral traps like HODL culture and hype-driven investing, this is a blunt, no-fluff look at systemic risk, capital preservation, and how to actually prepare for a major market shock instead of getting caught in it.

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Timestamps

[00:00:00] Introduction

[00:01:00] MicroStrategy’s leveraged Bitcoin bet

[00:02:32] How a forced sell-off could trigger a death spiral

[00:04:00] Japan’s carry trade and cheap money fueling Bitcoin

[00:06:38] Why this matters for Australia and the wider economy

[00:10:04] Satoshi’s wallet and the ultimate black swan risk

[00:12:10] Portfolio risk, diversification, and what to do now

[00:17:47] Behavioral traps, smart money moves, and final warning