
Bitcoin.Review Podcast with NVK & Guests
A review of Bitcoin Software updates and related topics with NVK and guests.
Latest episodes

May 23, 2024 • 1h 57min
BR067 - Primal, Spectre, Boardwalk Cash, Silent Payments, ecash regulatory risks, nostr bootstrapping + MORE ft. Fiatjaf, Miljan & Odell
Join Fiatjaf, Miljan, & Odell as they discuss cybersecurity vulnerabilities, high fee environments on Bitcoin, lack of preparation in legal battles, complexities of Bitcoin and Ethereum, chat application security, browser extension limitations, regulatory risks, Noster-specific desktop browser development, user engagement strategies, and internet slang manipulation in this insightful podcast.

May 8, 2024 • 2h 21min
BR066 - Mutiny, Secp256k1, Sparrow, COLDCARD, Microstrategy DIDs, NIP-104, FOSS Dev Funding, Mining Centralisation + MORE ft. Steve Lee, Future Paul, Odell & Rijndael
Bitcoin enthusiasts and experts Steve Lee, Future Paul, Odell, & Rijndael discuss Bitcoin script innovations, Microstrategy DID inscriptions, vulnerabilities in high-speed lines, Coldcard wallet updates, software security concerns, mutiny node progress, and Bitcoin ecosystem developments. They explore privacy trade-offs, phone wallet development, open-source funding challenges, and conclude with humorous banter on Bitcoin initiatives.

Apr 26, 2024 • 2h 2min
BR065 - Samurai Arrests, New BIP Editors, Block Template Centralisation, CATVM, Juice Jacking Attack, OpenJS takeover attempt, BadUSB vulnerability, FixedFloat exploit, + MORE ft. Rob, Ben & Rijndael
Rob Hamilton, Ben Carman, & Rijndael discuss diverse editors in BIP system for Bitcoin security. Legal implications in mining industry, joint markets for transaction privacy, Cat VM concept, and wallet functionalities updates. Exploring security with advanced scripting in Tabroot, hardware signer vulnerabilities, and industry developments. Exciting Bitcoin Plus Plus event in Austin with hackathons and unique activities.

Apr 10, 2024 • 2h 20min
BR064 - xz Utils Backdoor, LoLRa, Mutiny, HWI, COLDCARD Q, Krux, Labelbase, BitVM Bridge Risks, BIP editors discussion, Coinbase X Lightspark + MORE ft. Alex B, Harry, Paul & Craig
Guests Alex B, Harry, Paul & Craig discuss backdoors in xz-utils, Laura packet transmission on Raspberry Pi, security risks in BitVM bridges, Lightning Network attacks, Coldcard Queue updates, descriptor backup in PSPT, antivirus challenges for developers, updates in Bitcoin-related apps, duty of care in economics, libertarian ideals in the digital world, Lightning Address feature, pay-to-key E-cash tokens, enhancing web of trust in federations, version 0.8.3 features, Twitter dynamics, Bitcoin funding challenges, BIP hurdles, and Lightning Network integrations.

Mar 29, 2024 • 1h 32min
BR063 - Mutiny, NDK, Phoenixd, Alby, Cashu multinuteral payments, Casa Inheritance, Unchained, GoFetch & ViaBTC Vulnerabilities + MORE ft. Rob, Ben & Pablo
Crypto enthusiasts Rob Hamilton, Ben Carman, & Pablo discuss Bitcoin security, vulnerabilities, key management, Raspberry Pi debates, Lightning networks, token security, Bitcoin transactions, countercultural ethos, and firmware development challenges.

Mar 15, 2024 • 2h 27min
BR062 - Sparrow, Mutiny, COLDCARD Q, Bisq, Krux, OP_CAT Vault Prototype + MORE ft. Paul, Craig & Rijndael
Exploring Bitcoin's resilience, secure backups, hardware design, hardware hacking projects, Bitcoin updates and tools enhancement, wallet support, Bitcoin vaults, Sparrow Wallet security, seed phrase security, enhancing security with Noster and pub keys, updates on various platforms, smartphone security concerns, state surveillance, CtV and OpCat for Bitcoin vaults, recent developments in the crypto market

Feb 21, 2024 • 1h 37min
BR061 - eNuts, COLDCARD Q, SimpleX, Nutshell, Minibits, npub.cash, NDK, Primal, Nsec.app +MORE ft. Calle, Pablo & Ben
Discussions on AI privacy challenges, QR code standards, data corruption bugs, Bitcoin protocol advancements, E-cash functionalities, app development progress, hardware devices, latest application updates, and Bitcoin community developments.

Feb 8, 2024 • 1h 56min
BR060 - Sparrow, Tor Connect, NDK, AQUA Wallet, Linux vulnerability, Faketoshi trial + MORE ft. Rob, Craig, Pablo & Odell
Guests Rob Hamilton, Craig Raw, Pablo, and Odell discuss topics such as reactive security, lightning integration into social networks, the ongoing trial of Craig, complexity vs. security in systems, protecting users from misleading guides and malicious apps, updates in Bitcoin and cryptocurrency space, the importance of having a vote and different perspectives on Bitcoin use cases, privacy in Bitcoin and scammers on Telegram, and supporting open SATs and prioritizing family.

Jan 25, 2024 • 2h 17min
BR059 - Quantumcats, Bitcoin Truths, COLDCARD, Mercury Layer, Statechain, nsecbunker, Trezor Hack + MORE ft. Harry, Pablo & Rijndael
Harry Sudock, Pablo, & Rijndael discuss early startup decisions, Bitcoin mining scams, economic majority in Bitcoin, 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, technology's impact on human biology, Bitcoin support, Craig Raw & GitLab vulnerability, drive chains, home mining challenges, updates in privacy software, and a Bitcoin mining bet.

Jan 4, 2024 • 2h 4min
BR058: NDK, Vuln BTCPay & TrueType, Unleashed.chat, Faaans, Nostr DDoS +MORE ft. Craig, Pablo, Odell
Guests Craig Raw, Pablo, and Odell join the podcast to discuss various topics including the impact of Bitcoin on social networks, the creation of the 'Fans' platform, vulnerability disclosures and DDoS attacks in the Bitcoin space, the NSA's backdoor and TrueType exploit, Ems integration and its benefits, updates in Bitcoin wallets, Bitcoinatest.com, upcoming technology updates, Bitcoin-related products and services, Bitcoin custody regulations, sending Bitcoin through the mail, freedom in Canada, authentication and user interface proposals in the NDK platform, the Noster DMS project, QR codes vs SD cards, and the importance of computers checking complex transactions and fees in wallets.