[LISTEN] Bitcoin is going bananas! Here's why it’s so valuable

CapeTalk | The Money Show’s Bruce Whitfield interviewed RMB head of the Blockchain Initiative, Farzam Ehsani.

CAPE TOWN - Bitcoin, a form of digital currency, skyrocketed to $7,882 on Thursday, yet another record high price.

The latest surge comes after a controversial technology upgrade was shelved.

Why is Bitcoin so valuable?

RMB head of the Blockchain Initiative Farzam Ehsani explains.

Listen to the audio above for more.

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[LISTEN] Bitcoin is going bananas! Here's why it’s so valuable

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