This episode explores Bitcoin’s emerging role as a global economic force, from its convergence as money to grid integration, payment tech, and strategic policy shifts.
Preston and Parker also spotlight Zaprite's innovations for Bitcoin payments and the broader implications of CBDCs and regulatory changes.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
01:12 - Key developments in Texas: grid reliability, strategic reserves, and Bitcoin Park
07:12 - How Bitcoin mining can support energy grid reliability and cost efficiency
09:47 - Economic pros and cons of a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
12:57 - Navigating regulatory pressures while fostering innovation in the Bitcoin space
14:08 - How Zaprite helps businesses integrate Bitcoin payments with ease
15:50 - The impact of Zaprite’s new Payments API on the merchant landscape
21:26 - Why Bitcoin, not crypto, is positioned as the singular monetary convergence point
27:51 - The rationale behind global convergence toward Bitcoin as a monetary standard
28:41 - The role and future of stablecoins in a Bitcoin-dominant ecosystem
34:35 - The feasibility of Bitcoin becoming a global reserve currency
41:00 - Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation and the response to CBDCs
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
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