TFTC: A Bitcoin Podcast #633: Stack Sats, Build Products, Ignore the Noise with NVK
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Jun 25, 2025 
Marty is joined by NVK, the CEO of Coinkite and a strong advocate for Bitcoin self-custody. They dive into how Bitcoin acts as digital gold, especially for the wealthy, and discuss its current development landscape, including innovative security features. NVK explores the transformative impact of AI on society and education, emphasizing the need for individuals to build businesses rather than complain online. The conversation also highlights the importance of self-custody and the future directions of Bitcoin technology.
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Value of Covenants in Bitcoin
- Covenants can embed spending policies in Bitcoin protocol increasing security.
- On-chain enforcement outperforms hardware-only controls, offering better protection and flexibility.
Focus Bitcoin Core on Market Needs
- Bitcoin Core should focus on market needs like efficient transaction indexing.
- Running full nodes with indexing enables better business applications securely.
Secure Seed Transfer and Backup
- Use Coldcard's key teleport to securely transfer seeds or secrets remotely.
- Store your seed backups on physical metal to avoid digital risks.
