Join us as we explore the fascinating world of Bitcoin with Joe Burnett from Unchained. From his journey during the 2017 bull market to helping secure billions in Bitcoin today, Joe offers insights on why Bitcoin stands out as "the least uncertain form of money" and how multi-signature security is changing the game for Bitcoin holders.In this episode, we dive into:Why Bitcoin's fixed monetary policy creates certainty in an uncertain worldHow Unchained secures $10 billion worth of Bitcoin through multi-signature technologyThe concept of "Bitcoin as a hurdle rate" that's changing investment thinkingWhy quantum computing concerns are being addressed by Bitcoin developersPlus: The fundamental difference between owning actual Bitcoin versus IOUs from exchangesKey timestamps:00:00:55 - Joe's reaction to Bitcoin hitting 100K versus previous milestones00:03:21 - Defining Bitcoin maximalism and money's core purpose00:05:46 - Why Bitcoin has the least future uncertainty of any money00:08:23 - The dollar's role today and Bitcoin's future as everyday money00:12:48 - Joe's Bitcoin origin story and early misconceptions00:17:13 - How the bear market helped Joe discover Bitcoin's true value00:20:12 - Unchained's custody product and how it protects $10 billion in Bitcoin00:22:39 - How multi-signature security works and eliminates single points of failure00:27:11 - The range of Bitcoin products Unchained offers beyond basic custody00:30:38 - Bitcoin as a hurdle rate: A new way to think about investments00:33:53 - Quantum computing and Bitcoin's adaptability to future threats00:37:23 - Final thoughts: Getting started with Bitcoin and maintaining a long-term horizonWhether you're new to Bitcoin or a seasoned HODLer, this episode offers valuable perspectives on Bitcoin as the superior form of money, practical security considerations, and forward-thinking concepts that may shape how we view investments in the coming years.

Dive deep into the evolving world of Bitcoin DeFi with Bart from P-Stake as he reveals how the traditional "HODL-only" mentality is transforming. Discover how institutions are now seeking yield on their Bitcoin through liquid staking tokens and why the BTCFi ecosystem is becoming more collaborative than ever.

In this episode, we explore:

• P-Stake's pivot from multiple chains to focus exclusively on Bitcoin LSTs
• How institutions with over $30M in Bitcoin are seeking yield while minimizing risk
• The surprising difference between retail and institutional approaches to Bitcoin
• Why the BTCFi ecosystem is rapidly growing more collaborative and interconnected
• The technical and relationship challenges of onboarding traditional institutions

Key timestamps:00:01:27 - Bart's crypto journey and when he first discovered Bitcoin00:02:35 - Transition from DJI drone company to full-time crypto in 202100:04:47 - Reflections on the 2022 crypto crash and FTX collapse00:07:50 - How the Bitcoin ecosystem has recently "blown up" with BTCFi00:10:39 - P-Stake's evolution into a Bitcoin liquid staking token platform00:13:04 - Explaining YBTC and how it works with Babylon staking00:14:15 - Bitcoin community's mixed reaction to LSTs and staking00:16:51 - Why institutions have greater appetite for Bitcoin yield00:18:05 - P-Stake's focus on custom institutional solutions over retail00:22:31 - How Bitcoin LSTs improve yield for risk-averse institutions00:25:29 - P-Stake's $30M+ in institutional Bitcoin (pre-market correction)00:27:14 - Technical challenges in Bitcoin L2 ecosystem interoperability00:29:55 - Final thoughts on BTCFi's future and Bitcoin's growing utility

Whether you're a Bitcoin purist or interested in exploring new yield opportunities, this conversation offers fascinating insights into how institutions are approaching Bitcoin beyond simple HODLing and how the entire BTCFi ecosystem is rapidly evolving.

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Join us with Nico from Digital Mining Solutions as we explore the fascinating world of Bitcoin mining from both retail and institutional perspectives. Learn how Nico transitioned from Bitcoin investor to mining entrepreneur, and discover the economics behind Bitcoin's secured network.

In this episode, we dive into:

• How Nico liquidated Bitcoin to buy a house (and the pain of selling)
• The journey from trading altcoins to building a mining business
• The surprising growth of mining despite low margins post-halving
• The economics of mining profitability across market cycles
• Plus: A practical guide for anyone considering their first mining investment

Key timestamps:00:00:56 - Nico's story of liquidating Bitcoin to buy a house00:02:41 - Getting into Bitcoin in 2017 and the difficulty of stacking sats00:03:59 - Discovering Bitcoin mining and the energy connection00:05:15 - Moving to Argentina and starting Digital Mining Solutions00:07:09 - Building a successful mining newsletter with 6,000 subscribers00:09:38 - Current sentiment in Bitcoin mining despite low margins00:11:44 - The evolution of home mining and institutional involvement00:13:38 - How mining works: Data centers, cooling, and infrastructure00:15:44 - Cost analysis: Machine prices, efficiency, and profitability00:18:30 - Why mining is a business even with just one machine00:20:36 - Surviving the bear market squeeze as a miner00:21:56 - Mining pools and monitoring software explained00:24:03 - Balancing Bitcoin maximalism with practical financial reality00:26:02 - Different miners, different strategies: Asset vs. fiat mindset00:27:26 - Three approaches to managing mining proceeds00:29:56 - Final advice: Just get started with mining at a small scale

Whether you're curious about mining or considering your first investment in mining equipment, this episode provides practical insights into the economics, challenges, and opportunities in the Bitcoin mining industry.

#Bitcoin #BitcoinMining #Cryptocurrency #MiningEconomics #HashRate #AllInBitcoin #DigitalMiningSolutions #DataCenters #CryptoInvesting #PassiveIncome