Bitcoin Magazine Podcast

In this premiere episode of The Bitcoin for Corporations Show, host Pierre Rochard, CEO of the Bitcoin Bond Company, explains how Bitcoin is transforming modern corporate finance.Coming off the heels of the landmark Bitcoin for Corporations 2025 event co-hosted by Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), this episode delivers a masterclass on why Bitcoin is being adopted by leading firms around the globe—from Japan’s Metaplanet to America's fastest-growing Bitcoin treasuries.We explore the corporate Bitcoin flywheel, examine the MSTR strategy, and analyze global adoption trends including sovereign wealth funds and newly public firms like 21, Strive, and Nakamoto.Whether you're a CFO, institutional allocator, or strategist, this show is your front-row seat to the future of finance.Chapters:00:00 – Intro: The Speculative Attack Thesis01:00 – Meet Your Host: Pierre Rochard02:45 – Challenges Facing CFOs Today05:00 – Bitcoin as a Balance Sheet Solution09:30 – Bitcoin’s Monetary Policy & Technical Reliability17:00 – Structuring Financial Products Around Bitcoin24:00 – Bitcoin vs. Gold, Real Estate & Global Assets28:00 – Corporate Demand is Outpacing Bitcoin’s Supply29:30 – Strategy’s Convertible Bond Model39:00 – The Corporate Bitcoin Adoption Flywheel42:00 – Global Case Studies: Metaplanet, Blockchain Group, 21, Strive, Nakamoto45:30 – What’s Next: Guests, Metrics, and the Road AheadFollow Pierre Rochard on X: https://x.com/BitcoinPierreFollow Bitcoin for Corporations on X: https://x.com/BitcoinForCorpsFollow Spencer Nichols on X: https://x.com/DeSpencer_👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes featuring top executives, policymakers, and fund managers reshaping balance sheets with Bitcoin.🔗 Learn more at: https://b.tc/corporations🟠 JOIN US for the Bitcoin for Corporations Symposium at Bitcoin 2025 May 27th in Las Vegas, NV!👉 https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2025Read more about "The Bitcoin for Corporations Show" in Bitcoin Magazine: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/bitcoin-magazine-launches-the-bitcoin-for-corporations-show-hosted-by-pierre-rochard-ceo-of-the-bitcoin-bond-company#BitcoinForCorporations #CorporateFinance #PierreRochard #BitcoinTreasury #MicroStrategy #Metaplanet #BitcoinETF #ConvertibleBonds #InstitutionalBitcoin #BitcoinVolatility #BitcoinCapitalMarkets #BitcoinMagazine #BitcoinStrategy #CFOInsights #MSTR #BitcoinAdoption #BitcoinShow #CryptoFinance

Discover the transformative Riyadh Accord, where AI and Bitcoin are reshaping geopolitical dynamics. The conversation dives into how Blackwell chips are poised to replace traditional military tools in diplomacy. Explore the implications of Bitcoin treasury companies and the shift toward decentralized monetary systems amidst legal and regulatory challenges. The discussion also tackles the tension between Bitcoin freedom and government surveillance in an evolving tech landscape. Tune in for insights on navigating the future of finance and decentralized power.

Policy experts Matthew Pines, Zack Shapiro and Zack Cohen of the Bitcoin Policy institute tackle three pivotal issues shaping Bitcoin’s trajectory in episode 5 of the Bitcoin Policy Hour. They explore the rapid expansion of stablecoins into the energy and commodity sectors, the legal showdown over Samourai Wallet and its implications for Bitcoin software developers, and the GENIUS Act’s bid to redefine stablecoin regulation and US dollar hegemony. As these dynamics unfold, Bitcoin’s role in the evolving financial landscape faces critical tests. Tune in for a compelling analysis of how these developments could reshape decentralized finance and regulatory frameworks.Chapters:00:00 - Intro: Setting the Stage02:00 - The Legal Battle Over Samourai Wallet15:30 - Implications for Bitcoin Software Developers21:10 - The Genius Act and Stablecoin Legislation29:00 - Potential Impact on US Dollar Hegemony35:45 - Bitcoin's Strategic Role in Financial Policy42:00 - Conclusion and Key Takeaways⭐ Join top policymakers, technologists, and Bitcoin thinkers at the 2025 Bitcoin Policy Summit, June 25–26 in Washington, D.C.Get 21% off with code "BTCPOLICYHOUR" 💥🎟️ https://lu.ma/btcpolicysummit?coupon=BTCPOLICYHOURFollow the Bitcoin Policy Institute on X: https://x.com/btcpolicyorgLearn more about the Bitcoin Policy Hour: https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/bitcoin-magazine-bitcoin-policy-institute-launch-the-bitcoin-policy-hour-to-explore-global-finance-policy-and-monetary-trends#Bitcoin #Stablecoins #Macro #CryptoRegulation #SamouraiWallet #GeniusAct #DigitalAssets #FinancialPolicy #BitcoinPolicyHour #USDollar #CryptoNews

Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of MicroStrategy and a leading advocate for Bitcoin adoption in corporate strategy, presents a compelling case for Bitcoin as the ultimate asset for businesses. He argues that traditional capital markets are failing and that Bitcoin offers a path to long-term growth and relevance, especially in the AI era. Saylor discusses how Bitcoin outperforms traditional investments like gold and stocks, challenges the reliance on AI alone, and positions it as a transformative tool that can reshape corporate financial strategies.

From Bitcoin Magazine X Spaces, Business Reporter Juan Galt sits down with Roy Sheinfeld, co-founder of Breeze, to discuss the evolving architecture of Bitcoin's Lightning Network and how Breeze is working to make Bitcoin more usable as a medium of exchange. Roy explains Breeze’s unique SDK architecture, the role of Lightning Service Providers (LSPs), and the technical trade-offs of custodial vs. non-custodial systems.The conversation dives deep into the mechanics of self-custody, key management, watchtowers, and the controversial use of stablecoins like USDT on Lightning via Taproot Assets. Roy also shares what’s coming next for Breeze—including support for Bolt 12, BIP 353, Nostr Wallet Connect, and WASM.Chapters:00:00 – Intro and Bitcoin News Roundup05:40 – What is Breeze? Company Mission and Evolution08:00 – Solving Lightning’s UX: Breeze SDK Explained12:00 – Key Management, External Signers, and Custody Models15:00 – Native Lightning vs. Liquid-Based Payments18:00 – Lightning Service Providers and UX Challenges21:00 – Is Breeze Custodial? The Liquid Trust Model Debate26:00 – Defining “Self-Custody”: Terminology Controversies30:00 – Phoenix, Watchtowers & Trust Assumptions in Lightning34:00 – Unilateral Exit as a Bitcoin Layer 2 Filter39:00 – Bolt 12 and BIP 353 Support Incoming42:00 – Building for Nostr: Wallet Connect and Zaps44:00 – Taproot Assets & Stablecoins on Lightning47:00 – Regulatory Risks and the USDT Lightning Takeover Concern49:00 – What's Next for Breeze: Mr. Breeze, WASM, and Multi-Network SupportRecorded 04/05/2025🟠 Use code BMVIDEO10 for 10% off tickets to the Bitcoin Conference, May 27–29 in Las Vegas!🎟️👉https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2025Follow Juan Galt on X: https://x.com/JuanSGaltLearn more about Breez: https://breez.technology/

Global finance is fracturing—and Bitcoin may be the escape hatch. In this episode of Bitcoin Backstage, Isabella Santos unpacks how rising tariffs, a weakening yuan, and collapsing trust in fiat currencies are converging into a perfect storm. With global debt soaring and the U.S. weaponizing trade policy, Bitcoin is being re-evaluated not just as a risk asset—but as monetary salvation.Then, we go backstage with Prince Philip of Serbia at Bitcoin MENA 2024 for a rare conversation on monarchy, property rights, and why the collapse of hard money preceded the rise of globalism.Chapters:00:00 – Trade War Fallout: Why Tariffs Are Shaking Bitcoin01:00 – The Gold Rush and Treasury Unloading01:30 – Are Tariffs Deflationary or Inflationary?02:05 – The Debt Spiral and Fiat Money Trap03:10 – Ray Dalio Warns of Monetary Breakdown04:00 – Why Governments Prefer Devaluation Over Austerity05:10 – Backstage with Prince Philip of Serbia07:30 – Post-War Fiat Collapse and Rise of Globalism08:15 – Yugoslavia, the Dinar, and the Gold Standard Legacy💥 SIGN UP FOR THE BITCOIN REWARDS CREDIT CARD FROM FOLD & TAKE YOUR SAT STACKING TO THE NEXT LEVEL W/ 2% BACK IN BTC 💥👉https://foldapp.com/bitcoinmagazine🟠 Use code BMVIDEO10 for 10% off tickets to the Bitcoin Conference, May 27–29 in Las Vegas!🎟️👉https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2025#BitcoinBackstage #TradeWar #FiatCollapse #Trump #PrincePhilip #HardMoney #BitcoinStandard #GlobalDebtCrisis #BitcoinMagazine #BitcoinMENA2024

In this exclusive interview, Bo Hines, Executive Director for the President’s Council on Digital Assets, shares the White House’s bold plan to make America the Bitcoin superpower. Hines discusses dismantling Operation Choke Point 2.0, launching the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, and advancing pro-Bitcoin legislation.Hear how the administration is setting a global precedent for financial innovation, freedom, and Bitcoin accumulation while reshaping U.S. policy at the highest levels.Chapters:00:00 – Introduction and Guests00:18 – Major Bitcoin and Digital Asset Victories01:47 – Day in the Life at the White House03:52 – Bo Hines’ Bitcoin Origin Story05:36 – Bitcoin as Digital Gold and National Strategy08:08 – Update on Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) Audit09:42 – Creative Strategies for Bitcoin Accumulation10:42 – Balancing Financial Privacy and Security11:54 – Legislative Goals and Roadmap Ahead13:23 – Closing ThoughtsSponsored by iTrustCapital - itrustcapital.com🟠 Use code "VegasPump30" for 30% off tickets to the Bitcoin Conference! Join us May 27-29 in Las Vegas, NV for the world's largest Bitcoin event featuring Michael Saylor, David Sacks, Bo Hines, Ross Ulbricht and many more!🎟️👉 https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2025#BoHines #StrategicBitcoinReserve #BitcoinMagazine #BTC #Markets #PublicPolicy #USA #SoundMoney #Trump2025 #Interview #BitcoinNews #BreakingNews

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick joins Bitcoin Magazine for an exclusive interview on Bitcoin’s role in the Trump administration's first 100 days. Lutnick discusses the Bitcoin Strategic Reserve, investment accelerators for Bitcoin miners, and why the Trump administration sees Bitcoin as America's next major commodity. He also reveals plans to explore Bitcoin's role in economic reporting alongside gold. Watch as Lutnick shares behind-the-scenes insights into how Bitcoin is reshaping U.S. economic policy.Recorded 4/23/25 in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building of the White House by Bitcoin Magazine Political Correspondent Frank Corva🟠 Use code "VegasPump30" for 30% off tickets to the Bitcoin Conference!Join us May 27-29 in Las Vegas, NV for the world's largest Bitcoin event featuring Michael Saylor, David Sacks, Bo Hines, Ross Ulbricht and many more!🎟️👉 https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2025Sponsored by iTrustCapital - itrustcapital.com

Episode #3 of the Bitcoin Policy Hour, hosted by the Bitcoin Policy Institute. Policy experts Matthew Pines, Zack Shapiro, and Zack Cohen explore the radical implications of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and how Bitcoin might serve as a stabilizing counterforce in a world dominated by AI.Drawing from the viral “AI 2027” scenario, they examine the risks of alignment failure, economic disruption, and geopolitical escalation—and argue why Bitcoin’s monetary properties could make it the most important freedom-preserving infrastructure of the post-AI era.Chapters:00:00 - INTRO01:18 - What is AGI? Fast Takeoffs & Paperclip Problems06:45 - AI Acceleration, Recursive Self-Improvement & Singularity Risks11:30 - China vs. U.S.: The AI Arms Race and Strategic Instability17:40 - AI-Generated Code and the End of Human-Centric R&D22:15 - Economic Shockwaves & Market Volatility in the Age of AI28:05 - Why Policymakers Aren’t Ready for What’s Coming33:00 - Bitcoin Mining, AI Data Centers & Energy Strategy36:20 - Bitcoin as Unconfiscatable Capital in an AI-Driven Economy39:00 - The Role of Bitcoin’s Network in Defending Truth42:05 - Can Bitcoin Anchor New Political & Economic Paradigms?⭐ Join top policymakers, technologists, and Bitcoin thinkers at the 2025 Bitcoin Policy Summit, June 25–26 in Washington, D.C.🎟️ Get your ticket at → https://www.btcpolicysummit.org/Follow the Bitcoin Policy Institute on X: https://x.com/btcpolicyorg#Bitcoin #AI2027 #PostAGI #DigitalGold #ArtificialIntelligence #BitcoinPolicyInstitute #BitcoinMagazine #JeffBooth #NickBostrom #Geopolitics #AGI #CryptoPolicy #TechPolicy #FutureOfMoney

MMA legend and Grand Slam Champion Cris Cyborg joins The Culture Bit to share her powerful journey from professional fighting to Bitcoin advocacy. She discusses why she began buying Bitcoin in 2018, how inflation in Brazil shaped her views, and why she believes Bitcoin is critical for athletes and families alike. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation ahead of her appearance at Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas.⭐ MEET CRIS CYBORG at the world's largest Bitcoin conference, May 27-29 in Las Vegas, NV! ⭐Get 10% OFF your Bitcoin 2025 tickets with code "BMVIDEO10": https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2025