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Bitcoin podcasters Stephan Livera and Robin Seyr discuss the true role of Bitcoin education, why podcasts don’t create initial interest but build long-term conviction, whether the four-year cycle is breaking down, OG whale selling, self-custody debates, privacy narratives, and why Bitcoin’s best advocates often aren’t Bitcoiners at all.From institutional adoption to echo chambers, debates, and the future of Bitcoin media, this conversation explores how Bitcoin actually grows.00:00 Introduction to Bitcoin Podcasting and Its Role02:47 The Role of Podcasters in Bitcoin Education06:12 Personality Traits of Bitcoiners09:02 Evolution of Bitcoin Guests and Perspectives11:51 Diverse Worldviews in the Bitcoin Community15:03 The Importance of Open Dialogue in Bitcoin18:01 Advocacy and Representation in Bitcoin20:46 The Need for Diverse Voices in Bitcoin23:06 Mainstream Adoption Through Influencers27:18 Podcasting Insights and Interview Preparation35:13 The Future of Bitcoin's Market Cycles43:52 Privacy Concerns in Bitcoin

George Mekhail, Managing Director of Bitcoin for Corporations at BTC Inc, explains why Bitcoin is no longer being ignored by institutions — it’s being actively challenged.In this interview from the Bitcoin MENA Conference, George breaks down why corporate Bitcoin treasury companies are being targeted, how global corporate adoption is accelerating, the role of advocacy in protecting Bitcoin companies, and whether the traditional four-year Bitcoin cycle still applies.Topics covered include: • Why institutions are pushing back against Bitcoin • Corporate Bitcoin adoption around the world • Regulatory friction in Europe vs the United States • The MSCI proposal targeting Bitcoin-heavy balance sheets • Whether Bitcoin’s four-year cycle is changing

Dylan LeClair, Head of Bitcoin Strategy at Metaplanet, joins David Sencil at the Bitcoin MENA Conference to explain how a new generation came to Bitcoin before traditional economic theory — and how that perspective now informs one of the most aggressive corporate Bitcoin strategies in the world.This interview covers Metaplanet’s Bitcoin treasury model, using Japanese capital markets to acquire Bitcoin, volatility and options strategies, institutional adoption, why the four-year Bitcoin cycle may never have existed, and why macro liquidity now drives Bitcoin markets.00:00 Introduction to Bitcoin and Personal Journey03:01 Role and Responsibilities at MetaPlanet05:49 Investment Strategies and Market Dynamics08:55 Custody and Capital Raising Strategies11:56 Market Navigation and MNAV Insights15:09 Institutional Interest and Regulatory Landscape17:48 Bitcoin's Future and Privacy Considerations

Ralph Gebran, Managing Partner of Onramp MENA, joins David Sencil at the Bitcoin MENA Conference to explain why Bitcoin custody remains the biggest unresolved issue for institutional and sovereign adoption.This conversation explores proactive regulation in the UAE, how Bitcoin is viewed differently from crypto in the region, institutional hesitancy, centralized custody risks, sovereign involvement, and what to expect from Bitcoin adoption across MENA in 202600:00 Custody Challenges in Bitcoin Adoption01:10 Bitcoin's Historical Context in MENA04:41 Regulatory Approaches in the GCC07:32 Public Perception of Bitcoin in the UAE09:40 Regulatory Nuances Across UAE Regions11:53 Institutional Perspectives on Bitcoin13:36 Institutional Adoption Trends in MENA18:01 Custody Solutions for Institutions23:04 Sovereign Wealth and Bitcoin Investments27:24 Future Outlook for Bitcoin in MENA

Bitcoin mining was designed to be permissionless and decentralized — but is that still true today?At @bitcoinmenaconf, @MiningGrid sits down with @graminitha1 to break down how mining is becoming increasingly centralized, why corporate concentration poses long-term risks to Bitcoin, and how retail-accessible, self-custodial mining can help rebalance the network.The conversation covers:– Why mining centralization threatens Bitcoin’s core principles– Self-custody vs custodial exposure to Bitcoin– Whether mining remains sustainable long-term– The role of retail miners in securing the network– Why participating in mining can protect your Bitcoin investment📍 Conference: @bitcoinmenaconf🎙 Host: @graminitha1🏗 Guest: @MiningGridSubscribe00:00 Introduction to Mining Grid and Its Founders03:00 The Vision Behind Mining Grid06:03 Core Solutions and User Experience08:51 Market Expansion and User Journey11:47 Decentralization vs. Centralization in Mining15:13 The Importance of Self-Custody18:07 Sustainability of Bitcoin Mining20:53 Market Cycles and Future Predictions23:52 Conclusion and Future of Mining Grid to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

Why is Bitcoin treated as more dangerous than gambling in the West?Director of MENA, BTC Inc Gregg Davis joins David Sencil to discuss Bitcoin adoption in the Middle East, broken Western regulation, why the UAE is pulling ahead, and how Bitcoin MENA is designed to separate Bitcoin from “crypto.”The conversation covers regulation, sound money, event design, institutional adoption, and why Bitcoin’s real value goes far beyond “number go up.”🎙 Interview by David Sencil00:00 The Journey to Bitcoin Evangelism02:53 Life in the Middle East: Misconceptions and Realities06:02 The Bitcoin Landscape: Opportunities and Challenges09:03 Bitcoin MENA: Lessons from the First Event11:52 The Future of Bitcoin: Sentiment and Adoption15:02 Creating a Unique Conference Experience17:54 The Importance of Education in Bitcoin20:57 The Role of Regulation and Leadership in Bitcoin Adoption24:08 The Distinction Between Bitcoin and Crypto27:05 Looking Ahead: The Future of Bitcoin MENA#Bitcoin #crypto #UAESubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

How Institutions Actually Trade Crypto | Ian Weisberger (CEO, CoinRoutes)In this interview, Ian Weisberger, CEO of CoinRoutes, breaks down the real plumbing behind crypto markets.From fragmented liquidity and 24/7 trading to arbitrage, derivatives, and institutional execution, Ian explains how crypto market structure differs fundamentally from traditional finance — and why smart routing and trading algorithms matter more as institutions enter the space.Recorded at Bitcoin MENA.#CoinRoutes #algorithmictrading #cryptotrading #OEMS #EMS #SmartOrderRouting

Jamie, CMO at Bitget Wallet, joins David Sencil to explain how crypto is evolving beyond speculation into real-world finance.They discuss how stablecoins are being used for everyday payments, earning yield directly inside wallets, self-custody, regional adoption differences, and why wallets are becoming the core interface for modern finance.Topics covered include:– Paying for real-world goods with crypto– Stablecoins as everyday money– On-chain yield and wealth building– Self-custody vs traditional finance– Why 2026 could be a breakout year for crypto utility

eToro bought Bitcoin early, and the conviction never faded.Yoni Assia, co-founder/CEO of @eToro, explains why Bitcoin is becoming digital gold, how regulation fits in crypto’s future, and why financial markets are moving on-chain.

In this interview, Regina from Bitcoin.com News sits down with Jiho, co-founder of Sky Mavis (the team behind Axie Infinity and Ronin), to talk about the next chapter of Web3 gaming and how Ronin could become a mass-market crypto chain—especially in places like the Philippines and Argentina.Jiho shares his origin story from CryptoKitties to Axie, the underrated early decisions that shaped Web3 gaming, and the biggest lessons from building through multiple market cycles.We cover:- Why Ronin aims to be the best chain for everyday crypto users- Jiho’s early Web3 journey and the rise of Axie Infinity- What he’d do differently if building Axie again today- The long-term identity of Ronin as a full gaming ecosystem- The Ronin Wallet QRPH integration and real-world crypto payments in PH- Common mistakes new Web3 game studios keep repeating- Retention strategies that actually work (quests, battle passes, app tokens)- What blockchain gaming looks like once mass adoption hits- Jiho’s message to Web3 gamers 10 years from now- Updates on Axie MMO: Atia’s Legacy and upcoming playtestsIf you’re bullish on blockchain gaming, community-driven economies, and real crypto utility, this one’s for you.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Ronin and Web3 Gaming03:04 The Evolution of Axie Infinity05:48 Building a Gaming Ecosystem on Ronin08:56 Retention Strategies in Web3 Gaming11:59 The Future of Web3 Gaming and Community Engagement#AxieInfinity #RoninNetwork #Web3Gaming

Gamers spend thousands on in-game items like Fortnite skins—but they can’t resell them. In this interview, Oliver Moroni, Head of Business Development & Partnerships at OpenSea, explains why Web3 changes that through true digital ownership, open marketplaces, and a growing player-creator economy.We talk about:Why Web3 gaming lets players buy, own, and sell digital itemsHow OpenSea evolved beyond NFTs into tokens and multi-chain tradingThe most promising Web3 gaming use cases: skins, in-game tokens, TCGs, and RWAsWhether NFTs are really “dead” or just in a market cycleHow OpenSea rebuilds trust and protects users from scamsThe future of digital ownership and what traditional gamers aren’t ready for yetIf you’re curious how Web3 will reshape gaming, this conversation is for you.00:00 The Promise of Web3 and Digital Ownership04:09 OpenSea's Unique Position in the NFT Market07:51 The Future of Gaming and NFTs11:54 Navigating the NFT Market: Challenges and Opportunities16:04 Building Trust in the NFT Space20:02 The Future of Digital Ownership: Bridging Digital and Physical#Web3Gaming #OpenSea #NFTGaming

CEO of Trezor Matej Zak explains why open source isn’t just a feature — it’s a principle.In an industry built on transparency, hiding code behind NDAs makes no sense. 💥Watch the full exclusive here. 🔽Timestamps:00:00 The Open Source Ethos of Bitcoin03:07 Matej Žák's Journey to Trezor06:09 Understanding Hardware Wallets08:50 The Importance of Security in Crypto11:51 The Rise of Crypto Phones and Competition14:55 Educating Newcomers on Self-Custody17:53 The Role of Hardware Wallets in Financial Freedom21:00 Explaining Hardware Wallets to the Uninitiated23:51 The Launch of Trezor Safe 727:07 The Importance of Transparency in Secure Elements29:56 Balancing Convenience and Security33:15 Best Practices for Buying Hardware Wallets#Trezor #crypto Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

From mining Bitcoin as a PhD student to running four funds across Asia and beyond — Jademont Zheng of Waterdrip Capital shares why BTCFi, AI, and public equity are the next wave.Zheng breaks down the essentials for anyone tracking crypto venture capital in Asia. 👇Timestamps:03:01 Journey into Bitcoin and WaterDrip Capital06:11 Investment Strategies and Fund Management09:04 Market Trends and Future Opportunities12:06 The Investment Cycle and Valuation Shifts14:56 Emerging Sectors and Global Investment Focus17:55 Revenue Models in Crypto Projects21:03 Decentralization and the Future of Bitcoin#bitcoin #crypto Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

The Kaspa network just got its long-awaited DeFi moment! 🌐We sit down with James Lee, Founder of Kaspa Finance, live from Token 2049 Singapore to break down the launch of Kasplex. This new DEX is bridging the mainstream DeFi ecosystem directly to Kaspa's high-speed BlockDAG architecture.James Lee explains:- How Kasplex serves as the flagship Decentralized Exchange (DEX) for the Kaspa ecosystem.- The pivotal role scalability plays in enabling future growth and mass DeFi adoption on the network.- Future plans for the Kaspa Finance token utility and ecosystem vision.- A deeper understanding of the unique features of the Kaspa Blockchain.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Kaspa Finance and DeFi Opportunities03:13 James Lee's Journey into Crypto and Kaspa Finance05:53 Casplex: The Flagship DEX for the Kaspa Ecosystem08:50 Token Utility and Future Plans for Kaspa Finance12:01 Understanding the Kaspa Blockchain and Its Unique Features14:54 Future Vision for Kaspa Finance and Market Predictions#Kaspa #KaspaDeFi #KasplexSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

From "digital gold" to programmable money, #Bitcoin is waking up to massive institutional interest.We sat down with Kyle Ellicott of Stacks Asia at Token 2049 Singapore to discuss the next era of Bitcoin. This new age is being built layer by layer to unlock the trillion-dollar potential of the most secure asset in the world.In this insightful interview, Kyle Ellicott explains:🌉 Stacks: The Layer-2 solution bringing smart contracts and DeFi to the Bitcoin network.🏦 The growing institutional interest in Asia and what is driving this demand.🌏 How tax and regulatory reforms are impacting crypto trading in key Asian markets.🔑 The critical need for programmability to make Bitcoin a productive, rather than just a "sleepy," asset.🪙 The rise of tokenized Bitcoin (SPTC) and its applications for treasury companies.Guest: Kyle Ellicott, Executive Director at Stacks Asia.Chapters:00:00 The Rise of Bitcoin as a Sleepy Asset02:41 The Journey to Stacks and Bitcoin Economy10:04 Retail vs. Institutional Participation in Crypto14:10 The Emergence of Institutional Interest in Crypto18:05 Understanding Stacks: Bitcoin's Programmable Layer24:05 The Role of Wrapped Assets in the Crypto Ecosystem30:03 SPTC: Tokenized Bitcoin and Its Applications#bitcoinlayer2 #stacks #InstitutionalBitcoinSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

How does a Renewable Energy CEO become one of the most aggressive Bitcoin miners in the United States?Frederick Munawa sits down with Zach Bradford, CEO of CleanSpark Inc., to dive deep into the strategies and vision driving one of the industry's fastest-growing mining operations.In this eye-opening interview, Zach Bradford reveals:⛏️ Why CleanSpark is committed to staying 100% focused on Bitcoin and avoiding other crypto ventures.📈 The secret to rapid, successful scaling using uptime, grit, and leveraging rural American infrastructure.⏱️ Why achieving mining success is less about Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) and more about strategic timing in the market.🌎 His bold plan to lead CleanSpark to become the largest Bitcoin miner in the world.Guest: Zach Bradford, CEO of CleanSpark Inc.Time Stamps:00:00 The Evolution of CleanSpark and Bitcoin Mining02:48 Understanding the Intersection of Energy and Bitcoin06:01 The Maturity of Bitcoin Mining in America08:59 Strategies for Competitive Mining in the U.S.11:52 Navigating the Cycles of Bitcoin Mining#BitcoinMining #CleanSpark #BTCminerSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

In this interview, Emil—a co-founder of Bitcoin.com shares his early Bitcoin journey, from Sweden’s tech communities and PayPal frustrations to moving to Tokyo during the Mt. Gox era and helping Roger Ver rebuild Bitcoin.com in 2015.Emil explains why he believes BTC drifted away from its original purpose as peer-to-peer electronic cash and became more of a speculative “digital gold” asset. He revisits the Block Size debates, the rise of Bitcoin Unlimited, and the philosophy behind building Bitcoin.com as a site focused on usability and real-world payments.You’ll also hear Emil’s take on:-Why many Bitcoiners prioritized price over payments-The Bitcoin Cash fork and the “Hash War” story-Why he’s skeptical of L2s and sidechains-The importance of miner validation for tokens-Why privacy is making a comeback in crypto-His outlook on privacy coins like Monero, Zcash, and Zano-What he’s watching for in 2026If you care about Bitcoin’s original vision, crypto utility, scaling debates, and the future of privacy, this one’s for you.#CryptoPrivacy #Bitcoincom #Web3 #DigitalCash #ZKProofs #Monero #Zano #TOKEN2049Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

Yujiro Sugita learned early from Roger Ver that #Bitcoin wasn’t just an asset — it was a path toward a freer, more equal world. 🌐After years of media-driven fear and misunderstanding in Japan, Yujiro Sugita explains why the narrative is finally shifting for good. 🔽 Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

In this wide-ranging conversation, Mark Moss joins us to unpack the forces reshaping money, technology, and power in the modern world. From his early days as a tech entrepreneur in California to becoming one of Bitcoin’s most recognized educators and investors, Mark shares the personal journey that led him into macroeconomics—and ultimately into Bitcoin.We dig into his “cycles” framework, exploring how history moves in pendulum swings between centralization and decentralization roughly every 250 years, powered by recurring political, financial, and technological shifts. Mark explains why Bitcoin and AI sit at the center of today’s “decentralized revolution,” and why AI isn’t purely centralizing or decentralizing—but both at once.The discussion then turns to the real-world implications of Bitcoin as a tool for reducing the “return on violence” compared to fiat systems, and how that changes the incentives for governments and institutions. We move deeper into the 40-year bond market cycle, the growing crisis in fixed-income markets, and why aging demographics and financial repression are pushing trillions in capital to search for a new foundation.Finally, Mark shares insights from launching a Bitcoin treasury company in the UK—Satsuma—why demand for Bitcoin-backed yield instruments is exploding, and what the future may look like as traditional finance collides with a new Bitcoin-based base layer.If you’re interested in macro, Bitcoin adoption, institutional shifts, and what comes next for global finance, this one is packed.Timestamps04:54 Mark Foss: Journey into Bitcoin and Macro Economics10:06 Cycles of Change: Understanding Economic and Technological Shifts15:11 The Dual Nature of AI: Centralization vs Decentralization19:48 The Return on Violence: Bitcoin vs Fiat24:59 The Bond Market Cycle: Implications for the Future30:00 Satsuma: Launching a Bitcoin Treasury in the UK#Bitcoin #MarkMoss #macroeconomics Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

Zero-knowledge proofs (ZK) used to be an academic concept requiring $100M and a team of cryptographers. Now, according to Succinct CEO Uma Roy, it’s as easy as writing code.In this interview from TOKEN2049, Uma breaks down how ZK is transforming blockchain scaling, proving the authenticity of digital media, protecting user privacy, and reshaping internet trust.Whether you’re into crypto infrastructure or AI verification, this conversation is a must-watch.Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/