Robert Kiyosaki's Bitcoin Bet: Confession & Gratitude

Image Credit: Wikipedia Jan 30, 2024 By: Bhumi Shrivastava

Kiyosaki's Bitcoin Advocacy

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Early Investment

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Recent Investment

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Halving Event Importance

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Massive Debt Revelation

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Current Price Action

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Takeaway

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