We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network BTC249: The Convergence of Bitcoin, AI, and Energy w/ Rod Roudi (Bitcoin Podcast)
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Aug 27, 2025 
Rod Roudi, a Bitcoin innovator from Bitcoin Park in Nashville, dives into the latest advancements in Bitcoin technology, including the ARK protocol and new mining hardware from Block. He discusses the critical nature of custody solutions for Bitcoin treasuries and the balance between institutional needs and community values. With insights into upcoming summits focused on Bitcoin, AI, and energy, Rod highlights how these realms are converging and transforming industry standards. Expect a vibrant future for Bitcoin in Nashville and beyond!
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ARK Simplifies Lightning Payments
- ARK introduces virtual UTXOs that settle on-chain to simplify Lightning acceptance for vendors.
- This removes complex channel liquidity management and enables seamless, immediate Bitcoin payments.
Inside Block's Proto Announcement
- Rod attended Block's Proto rig announcement in Dalton, Georgia and met Jack Dorsey and the Proto team.
- He observed many experienced Square engineers now working full-time on Bitcoin hardware and mission alignment across the team.
Modular Rigs Reduce Hardware Obsolescence
- Block's modular mining rigs are designed from operator feedback to allow hot-swappable cards and reduce full-system replacement.
- Modularity targets diverse miners, from hobbyists to large co-miners, improving longevity and interoperability.