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Stephan Livera Podcast

Bitcoin Scaling, 'Ossification' and OP NEXT with Will Foxley | SLP637

Feb 24, 2025
Will Foxley, co-founder of BlockSpace Media and host of The Mining Pod, discusses the necessity for dedicated Bitcoin media and the OP NEXT conference aimed at scaling solutions. He delves into the ossification debate, stressing the balance between necessary updates and stability in Bitcoin. Insights on the evolving mining landscape post-China ban, and the critical collaboration between miners and developers are examined. The conversation highlights the role of institutions and the impact of transaction fees on miners, underscoring the need for open dialogues in the Bitcoin ecosystem.
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  • BlockSpace Media is addressing the gap in Bitcoin journalism by focusing on comprehensive and investigative coverage of the industry.
  • The OP NEXT conference aims to revive structured discussions on Bitcoin scaling by uniting developers, miners, and institutional stakeholders in meaningful dialogue.

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Introduction to BlockSpace Media

BlockSpace Media was founded to fill a gap in the Bitcoin media landscape, aiming to provide an industry publication focused specifically on Bitcoin content. Traditional Bitcoin media outlets have increasingly shifted their attention to other topics or formats, such as events and social media, leaving a void in comprehensive Bitcoin journalism. The initiative has expanded from launching The Mining Pod podcast to developing newsletters and organizing events that cater to critical industry discussions. By tackling areas like ASICs, institutional investments, and border seizure issues, BlockSpace adopts an investigative approach rather than focusing solely on sensationalist content for likes.

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