Lex Fridman is a Russian-American computer scientist, AI researcher, and podcaster renowned for his deep-dive conversations on science, technology, history, and philosophy. Born in Moscow, Russia, he moved to the United States, where he earned degrees in computer science. Fridman has been affiliated with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), focusing on artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicles.

Under President Javier Milei's leadership, Argentina has officially legalized the use of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for contract settlements and payments. This development, announced by Diana Mondino, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship, on December 21, marks a pivotal shift in the country's financial landscape.