The Bitcoin Infinity Show

Bob Burnett, CEO of Barefoot Mining and a devoted Bitcoin advocate, dives deep into Bitcoin mining's economics. He tackles the flawed FPPS payout model and explores the notion of Bitcoin block space as a commodity. The conversation sheds light on the challenges of state control over mining and emphasizes the importance of decentralization. Bob introduces the innovative Ocean mining pool, sharing its philosophy and successful launch. The talk also touches on sustainable energy in mining and the future marketplace for Bitcoin block space.

In this riveting episode of the Bitcoin Infinity Show, Jeff Booth returns to discuss the transformative impact of Bitcoin on global financial systems. Jeff emphasizes the importance of Bitcoin as a medium of exchange, recounts insights from Austrian economics, and explores the cooperative potential of Bitcoin in uniting 8 billion people. How Bitcoin fixes absolutely everything!   Connect with Jeff: https://primal.net/jeffbooth https://x.com/JeffBooth https://egodeath.capital/   Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://bitcoininfinitystore.com https://primal.net/freedom https://primal.net/knut https://primal.net/luke https://twitter.com/BtcInfinityShow https://twitter.com/knutsvanholm https://twitter.com/lukedewolf Thanks to our sponsors - check out their websites for info: BitBox: https://bitbox.swiss/infinity StampSeed: https://www.stampseed.com/shop/21m-titanium-seed-plate.html Bitcoin Adviser: https://content.thebitcoinadviser.com/freedom ShopInBit: https://shopinbit.com/bitcoininfinity - Use code INFINITY for a €5 discount!    The Bitcoin Infinity Show is a Bitcoin podcast hosted by Knut Svanholm and Luke de Wolf.

General Kenobi, a savvy Bitcoin mining analyst, shares his thought-provoking insights on the future of Bitcoin mining. He argues that FPPS models are on the decline and predicts that mining may not be profitable in ten years. The conversation dives into the complexities of mining pools, payout structures, and the necessity for enhanced security measures like Stratum V2. With humorous Star Wars references peppered throughout, the discussion illuminates how Bitcoin’s evolving landscape interacts with economic dynamics and community growth.

Jameson Lopp, Co-founder and Chief Security Officer of Casa, is a long-time Bitcoiner and cypherpunk pioneer. He discusses the importance of securing self-sovereignty through cryptography, the intricacies of KYC regulations, and the value of multi-signature setups for Bitcoin security. Lopp emphasizes the need for effective operational security in the Bitcoin space, especially for public figures, and explores the future challenges of the protocol, including the risks of quantum computing and centralization. An insightful dive into Bitcoin's evolving landscape!

Filip Karađorđević, Hereditary Prince of Serbia and Chief Strategy Officer of Jan3, dives into the intersection of Bitcoin adoption and geopolitics. The discussion highlights the rapid growth of user-friendly wallets in Latin America. Filip shares insights on how political landscapes, like those in Bhutan and Suriname, are embracing Bitcoin for economic advantage. He emphasizes Bitcoin's potential to foster financial sovereignty and advocates for educational reforms to promote understanding of cryptocurrency's role in modern finance.

Lando Rothbardian is the CEO of ShopInBit, Europe's biggest Bitcoin store. He joins us to discuss why it's important to accept Bitcoin, the difficulties of running a Bitcoin business, his libertarian philosophy, and more!  Connect with Lando:  https://x.com/LRothbardian https://x.com/shopinbit https://shopinbit.com/ Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://bitcoininfinitystore.com https://primal.net/freedom https://primal.net/knut https://primal.net/luke https://twitter.com/BtcInfinityShow https://twitter.com/knutsvanholm https://twitter.com/lukedewolf Thanks to our sponsors - check out their websites for info: BitBox: https://bitbox.swiss/infinity StampSeed: https://www.stampseed.com/shop/21m-titanium-seed-plate.html Bitcoin Adviser: https://content.thebitcoinadviser.com/freedom ShopInBit: https://shopinbit.com/bitcoininfinity - Use code INFINITY for a €5 discount!    The Bitcoin Infinity Show is a Bitcoin podcast hosted by Knut Svanholm and Luke de Wolf.

Guy Swann has read more about Bitcoin than anyone else, ever! (Probably) The Voice of Bitcoin himself, host of the Bitcoin Audible podcast (and a few more), Guy joins us to talk about everything going on in his world, including the audiobook for Bitcoin: The Inverse of Clown World!  Connect with Guy:  https://primal.net/p/npub1h8nk2346qezka5cpm8jjh3yl5j88pf4ly2ptu7s6uu55wcfqy0wq36rpev https://x.com/theguyswann https://bitcoinaudible.com/ Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://bitcoininfinitystore.com https://primal.net/freedom https://primal.net/knut https://primal.net/luke https://twitter.com/BtcInfinityShow https://twitter.com/knutsvanholm https://twitter.com/lukedewolf Thanks to our sponsors - check out their websites for info: BitBox: https://bitbox.swiss/infinity StampSeed: https://www.stampseed.com/shop/21m-titanium-seed-plate.html Bitcoin Adviser: https://content.thebitcoinadviser.com/freedom ShopInBit: https://shopinbit.com/bitcoininfinity - Use code INFINITY for a €5 discount!    The Bitcoin Infinity Show is a Bitcoin podcast hosted by Knut Svanholm and Luke de Wolf.

Rigel Walshe is an OG Bitcoiner, metalhead, and all-around awesome guy! We were joined by Rigel live at Baltic Honeybadger 2024 in Riga.  Rigel delves into his journey from playing in a metal band to becoming a notable figure in the Bitcoin community. He discusses his experiences with Bitcoin since 2014, his transition into the tech world, and the similarities he's observed between subcultures in metal music and Bitcoin.  The discussion covers the evolution of Bitcoin conferences, the integrity of the Bitcoin community, and the rise of Nostr as a decentralized communication protocol. Join us as we explore the intricacies of Bitcoin culture, the balance between signal and noise in the community, and the philosophical underpinnings of this revolutionary technology. Connect with Rigel:  https://primal.net/p/npub1n0strmeta93fwxkdz5k2nquvpnjtwxcst2jdkspavyzd3g4ch22qjrhlw3 https://x.com/CoinsureNZ   Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://bitcoininfinitystore.com https://primal.net/freedom https://primal.net/knut https://primal.net/luke https://twitter.com/BtcInfinityShow https://twitter.com/knutsvanholm https://twitter.com/lukedewolf Thanks to our sponsors - check out their websites for info: BitBox: https://bitbox.swiss/infinity StampSeed: https://www.stampseed.com/shop/21m-titanium-seed-plate.html Bitcoin Adviser: https://content.thebitcoinadviser.com/freedom ShopInBit: https://shopinbit.com/bitcoininfinity - Use code INFINITY for a €5 discount!    The Bitcoin Infinity Show is a Bitcoin podcast hosted by Knut Svanholm and Luke de Wolf.

Adam Back is the CEO of Blockstream, the inventor of Hashcash, and one of the most influential figures in Bitcoin. He joined us from Baltic Honeybadger in Riga to talk about the last year in Bitcoin, and the outlook on Bitcoin in the future, both in the near and long term.  We explore the challenges posed by spam transactions, the 'freeloader' problem, and the future of Bitcoin's security incentives. The episode also touches on the complexities of fractional reserve banking, rehypothecation risks, and the rise of decentralized systems and free speech platforms. Join us for this deep dive with Adam Back!  Connect with Adam:  https://x.com/adam3us Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://bitcoininfinitystore.com https://primal.net/freedom https://primal.net/knut https://primal.net/luke https://twitter.com/BtcInfinityShow https://twitter.com/knutsvanholm https://twitter.com/lukedewolf Thanks to our sponsors - check out their websites for info: BitBox: https://bitbox.swiss/infinity StampSeed: https://www.stampseed.com/shop/21m-titanium-seed-plate.html Bitcoin Adviser: https://content.thebitcoinadviser.com/freedom ShopInBit: https://shopinbit.com/bitcoininfinity - Use code INFINITY for a €5 discount!    The Bitcoin Infinity Show is a Bitcoin podcast hosted by Knut Svanholm and Luke de Wolf.

Obi Nwosu, CEO of Fedi, joined us in Riga during Baltic Honeybadger to talk about the recent launch of Fedi, and we dig into all the ways that Fedi and FediMint will revolutionize the Bitcoin and Nostr ecosystems! Connect with Obi:  https://primal.net/p/npub1kp7jzme0qs3wcqjjmkq6v5fm359sclhc22glhadgtmerlr0h37nsn8487l https://x.com/obi https://www.fedi.xyz/   Connect with Us: https://www.bitcoininfinityshow.com/ https://bitcoininfinitystore.com https://primal.net/freedom https://primal.net/knut https://primal.net/luke https://twitter.com/BtcInfinityShow https://twitter.com/knutsvanholm https://twitter.com/lukedewolf Thanks to our sponsors - check out their websites for info: BitBox: https://bitbox.swiss/infinity StampSeed: https://www.stampseed.com/shop/21m-titanium-seed-plate.html Bitcoin Adviser: https://content.thebitcoinadviser.com/freedom ShopInBit: https://shopinbit.com/bitcoininfinity - Use code INFINITY for a €5 discount!    The Bitcoin Infinity Show is a Bitcoin podcast hosted by Knut Svanholm and Luke de Wolf.