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Zack Shapiro

Works at P2P Rights and Bitcoin Policy Institute. Discusses the Samourai case and its implications for Bitcoin users and developers.

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Apr 9, 2025 • 57min

Wargaming the Mar-a-Lago Accord: Tariffs, Bitcoin and Stablecoins w/ the Bitcoin Policy Institute

Matthew Pines, executive director at the Bitcoin Policy Institute and a geopolitical expert, joins Zack Shapiro, head of policy specializing in US-China trade relations. They dive into the implications of the Mar-a-Lago Accord, discussing how tariffs and stablecoins might reshape global finance. The duo explores Bitcoin's emerging role in trade negotiations and U.S. economic strategy. They analyze the balance of power in U.S.-China relations, the future of stablecoins, and Bitcoin's potential as a strategic asset amid economic turbulence.
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May 14, 2025 • 1h 14min

#618: The Samourai Case Threatens Every Bitcoiner with Zack Shapiro

Zack Shapiro, who works at P2P Rights and the Bitcoin Policy Institute, dives into the troubling implications of the Samourai case for Bitcoin enthusiasts. He sheds light on the government's approach to non-custodial software and the potential precedents it could set. The conversation also touches on the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency regulation, the challenges posed by the Bank Secrecy Act, and the importance of community engagement in advocating for Bitcoin’s decentralized future.
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Jul 9, 2025 • 1h 24min

The Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Playbook: Inside BPI’s Toolkit for Sovereign Adoption

Zack Shapiro and Zack Cohen from the Bitcoin Policy Institute dive into state-level Bitcoin adoption. They discuss the innovative toolkit designed for states to build strategic Bitcoin reserves, highlighting the need for multi-institution custody frameworks. The duo emphasizes Bitcoin's potential to enhance state finances through tax revenues and its importance as a decentralized asset. They tackle the challenges lawmakers face in navigating the regulatory landscape and underline the crucial role of education in promoting Bitcoin adoption.
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May 9, 2025 • 1h 11min

The US Government Vs Bitcoin w/ Zack Shapiro

Zack Shapiro, a lawyer and Head of Policy at the Bitcoin Policy Institute, dives deep into the legal challenges facing Bitcoin, particularly the Samurai Wallet case. He discusses how outdated laws threaten non-custodial tools and the risks developers face. Highlighting the DOJ's troubling use of 'regulation by prosecution,' Shapiro reveals that even FinCEN had cleared Samurai of wrongdoing. With the need for political solutions alongside legal ones, he emphasizes protecting Bitcoin's decentralized nature against increasing government scrutiny.
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Aug 13, 2024 • 27min

LEGAL ENVIRONMENT FOR OPEN SOURCE DEVS IN THE US WITH TENNESSEE ATTORNEY GENERAL JONATHAN SKRMETTI, ALEX GLADSTEIN, AND ZACK SHAPIRO

Jonathan Skrmetti, the Attorney General of Tennessee, shares insights on the legal landscape for open-source developers. Alongside Alex Gladstein from the Human Rights Foundation and legal expert Zack Shapiro, they discuss the complexities of code as protected speech and the need for clearer regulations. The trio explores the challenges faced by creators in the digital space, emphasizing Tennessee's potential to lead in innovation. They also address the balance between regulation and freedom, reflecting on the future of Bitcoin and open-source tools in the U.S.

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