

200. Bitcoin Mining Economics with Pierre Rochard
13 snips Dec 19, 2023
Bitcoin expert Pierre Rochard discusses the economics of Bitcoin block space and mining. They talk about Bitcoin's longevity and resistance to change, understanding Bitcoin mining economics and transaction fees, Bitcoin's success and challenges of adoption, as well as Bitcoin mining and distribution. They also explore the potential equilibrium in Bitcoin mining economics and the role of scaling technologies like lightning and multi-sig in stabilizing transaction fees.
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Introduction
00:00 • 6min
Bitcoin's Longevity and Resistance to Change
05:32 • 2min
Understanding Bitcoin Mining Economics and Transaction Fees
07:38 • 10min
Announcing the Release Schedule, Introducing The Safe House, and Discussing Bitcoin's Progress
17:26 • 2min
Bitcoin's Success and Challenges of Adoption
19:30 • 18min
Bitcoin Mining and Distribution
37:08 • 30min
Bitcoin Mining Economics and Potential Equilibrium
01:07:02 • 19min