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Feb 2025
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HIGHLIGHTS: Jack Dorsey - CEO of Block

Norges Bank Investment Management
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In this episode of In Good Company, Nicolai Tangen sits down with tech pioneer Jack Dorsey to explore the evolution of social media and the future of digital finance. The co-founder of Twitter (now X) and Block shares his insights into how Twitter emerged, why he believes open protocols are crucial for social media's future, and his vision for Bitcoin as the Internet's native currency. Dorsey discusses his entrepreneurial philosophy and the importance of algorithmic choice in technology. What would social media look like if Bitcoin had existed when Twitter started? Tune in for a fascinating discussion where technology, money, and personal development come together.


In Good Company is hosted by Nicolai Tangen, CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management. New full episodes every Wednesday, and don't miss our Highlight episodes every Friday.


The production team for this episode includes Isabelle Karlsson and PLAN-B's Niklas Figenschau Johansen, Sebastian Langvik-Hansen and Pål Huuse. Background research was conducted by Sara Arnesen.



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