Citadel Dispatch

CD155: ROB HAMILTON - MINISCRIPT AND ANCHORWATCH

Apr 16, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Rob Hamilton, cofounder of AnchorWatch—specializing in secure bitcoin storage and insurance—dives into the revolutionary concept of Miniscript. He explains how this advanced scripting language enhances bitcoin transactions and safeguards against theft. The conversation highlights innovative risk management strategies, the importance of collaborative custody models, and how AnchorWatch provides both protection and user-friendly self-custody solutions. Rob's insights blend technical expertise with practical applications for bitcoin enthusiasts.
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INSIGHT

Miniscript Simplifies Advanced Bitcoin Scripts

  • Miniscript allows advanced Bitcoin scripts to reduce risk of losing money through errors.
  • It standardizes complex scripts like multi-sigs with time locks to safely enable sophisticated spend conditions.
ADVICE

Joint Custody Vaults With Insurance

  • Use Miniscript to implement vaults requiring co-signers during your insurance policy.
  • Design your security with joint custody to mitigate theft risk while maintaining personal key control.
ADVICE

Trident Wallet Enables Secure Signing

  • Use Trident Wallet with hardware wallets for managing Miniscript vaults.
  • Complete onboarding registration allows seamless signing and co-signing for spend transactions.
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