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Swan Signal Live - A Bitcoin Show
Adam Back | The Future of Bitcoin | EP 131
Nov 2, 2023
On this episode, Adam Back, CEO of Blockstream, discusses topics such as the Bitcoin halving, self-custody, Blockstream's BASIC Note, the Liquid side-chain, Greenlight Lightning solution, and collaborative custody with Swan Vault. They also explore Bitcoin's evolution, scaling, and the future of side chains and Lightning Network.
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- Bitcoin's permissionless and censorship-resistant properties can bring financial freedom to individuals worldwide.
- Blockstream's BASIC Note provides an opportunity to capitalize on the price differences between Bitcoin and ASIC machines.
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Blockstream CEO reflects on the evolution of Bitcoin
Dr. Adam Back, the co-founder and CEO of Blockstream and an early adopter of Bitcoin, reflects on the 15th anniversary of the Bitcoin white paper and the journey of Bitcoin from a nine-page white paper to a global monetary revolution. He highlights the importance of Bitcoin's permissionless and censorship-resistant properties, and how it has the potential to bring financial freedom to individuals worldwide. He also discusses the increasing interest from institutions in Bitcoin, including the potential for a Bitcoin ETF, and the role of lightning as a connective tissue for layer-two solutions. Dr. Back also shares insights on Blockstream's projects, including the Jade Hardware Wallet, Greenlight Lightning as a service solution, and the collaborative custody solution with Swan. He concludes by expressing optimism for Bitcoin's future, particularly with the potential for a new all-time high before the halving and the broader acceptance of Bitcoin by traditional financial institutions.
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