The Emergence of a Network of Keys

This chapter discusses the partnership between Unchained and Kingdom Trust, focusing on the emergence of a network of keys and the potential of offering custodial services in the Bitcoin industry. It explores the benefits of mitigating single points of failure and distributing funds across multiple custodians. The chapter also touches on regulatory challenges and the importance of building redundancy and mitigating risk.

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Marty sits down with Matt from Unchained to discuss key networks and setting new industry standards for Bitcoin custody.

0:00 - Intro
6:17 - Matt’s backstory (go birds)
12:56 - Challenges overcome at Unchained
19:43 - The role of keys in Bitcoin
21:53 - Preparing for the next bull
23:42 - Misconceptions about keys
26:41 - UX gaps
29:18 - Structures built on key networks
34:15 - Countering bad optics for regulators
37:29 - Predictions
42:27 - Recognition of multisig
47:59 - ETFs and Coinbase
54:41 - Multi-jurisdiction
58:07 - Blinded xpubs and deepfakes
1:05:56 - Incoming developments in Bitcoin
1:08:48 - Are you an ordinals enjoyer?
1:11:32 - MPC vs multisig
1:17:52 - Shitcoin cycles
1:21:43 - Here for tech or money?
1:26:26 - Saving Philly
1:34:02 - Wrapping up