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David Krause on the state of Wisconsin investing in Bitcoin

By Frederica Freyberg | Here & Now

May 31, 2024

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Marquette University professor emeritus David Krause describes the Wisconsin pension system's $100 million investment in a Bitcoin ETF known for its volatility and why this action is significant.

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Editor’s note: PBS Wisconsin employees are participants in the Wisconsin Retirement System.

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