Benzinga - Silicon Valley character Bertram Gilfoyle, played by Martin Starr will defend three things: "medical marijuana, Satan as a metaphor for rebellion against tyranny, and motherf***ing goddamn cryptocurrency."
This statement sets the stage for what could be considered the most memorable and positive television portrayal of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC).
What Happened: In the seventh episode of the show’s fifth season, titled “Initial Coin Offering,” which aired on May 6, 2018, Gilfoyle successfully convinces Pied Piper CEO Richard Hendricks to explore the cryptocurrency world.
During the episode, Gilfoyle presents Richard with a PowerPoint slideshow that supports his visionary concept for Pied Piper Coin.
The slideshow not only showcases Gilfoyle’s trademark humor, but it also provides an informative analysis of the history of currency and the emergence of cryptocurrency.
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Why It Matters: Coincidentally, on the date the episode aired, Bitcoin was trading at $9585. This fact adds an intriguing layer to Gilfoyle’s Bitcoin advice for potential investors. Had someone heeded his counsel and invested $100 in BTC on the date the episode aired, they would have experienced a significant 206.61% gain, with their investment growing to $306.61
“Silicon Valley” is a TV show that takes a hilarious and satirical look at the fast-paced world of technology startups in California’s Silicon Valley.
The series follows the misadventures of programmer Hendricks and his friends as they navigate the challenges of launching their own company, Pied Piper, and striving for success in the cutthroat tech industry.
Price Action: At the time of writing, BTC was trading at $29,389, up 0.31% in the last 24 hours, according to Benzinga Pro.
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