CoinDesk Podcast Network BITCOIN SEASON 2: This Bitcoin OG is Orange Pilling the Bond Market
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Apr 16, 2025 
Pierre Rochard, a Bitcoin OG and founder of the Bitcoin Bond Company, dives deep into the fascinating world of Bitcoin bonds and their potential to stabilize fiat currency-inflicted chaos. He shares insights on corporate Bitcoin adoption, the balance of on-chain versus custodial transaction methods, and discusses soft fork proposals that challenge mainstream Bitcoin maximalism. The conversation also takes a personal turn as Pierre reflects on how Bitcoin has reshaped his spirituality, leading him back to Catholicism. A thought-provoking exploration of Bitcoin's impact on finance and faith!
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Bitcoin as Strong Currency
- Bitcoin's endgame involves it becoming a "strong currency" in speculative attacks against weaker fiat currencies.
- The Bitcoin Bond Company aims to facilitate a gradual, responsible transition to widespread Bitcoin ownership by distributing Bitcoin risk transparently.
Bitcoin Fees and Institutional Impact
- Bitcoin transaction fees have fluctuated drastically, peaking in bull markets and dropping in bear markets.
- Institutional adoption like ETFs reduces on-chain transactions and fees, preserving accessibility for users in low-trust jurisdictions.
Multi-Axis Bitcoin Scalability
- Bitcoin scalability will grow through protocol upgrades, layer two solutions like Lightning, and financial products built on Bitcoin.
- A diverse ecosystem of on-chain, Lightning, and custodial uses will serve different trust needs and user preferences.
