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A late-night Clubhouse chat turned into real city policy—@irienobuko explains to @_dsencil why Web3 is now baked into Tokyo’s growth plan. watch the full interview here.#teamZ #tokyo #Web3Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

🎙️“We have essentially the full solution of blockchain technology infrastructure at a sovereign level,” says @VenomFoundation CEO Christopher Louis Tsu.@louiss_tsu explores sovereign blockchain infrastructure that’s “hybrid centralized and decentralized.”Get the insights here. #blockchain #crypto Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

The GoMining Launchpad is a platform designed to assist Bitcoin-focused projects in launching tokens, securing funding, and reaching engaged communities. It serves as a carefully curated bridge between innovative startups and the individuals who drive their growth. Its first project, Bitlayer, is pioneering the first BitVM implementation, unlocking the full potential of Bitcoin DeFi.In a recent episode of the Bitcoin.com News Podcast, David Lolaev, Head of GoMining Launchpad; Charlie Hu, Founder of Bitlayer; and Zamy Atlukhanova, GoMining Launchpad Project Lead, discussed the potential of BTCFi and the platform.In this episode, the guests delve into the exciting developments surrounding GoMining Launchpad and Bitlayer. David introduces GoMining as a significant player in the Bitcoin ecosystem, emphasizing its role as a large Bitcoin-centric platform. Meanwhile, Charlie presents Bitlayer as a rapidly growing Bitcoin Layer 2 ecosystem designed to enhance Bitcoin's decentralized finance (DeFi) capabilities and programmability. The discussion highlights the strategic alignment of Bitlayer as the inaugural launchpad project, showcasing its potential to drive Bitcoin adoption and infrastructure development.The conversation further explores the intricate layers of Bitcoin DeFi, with Charlie detailing the decentralization of the BitVM bridge and its critical role in ensuring the security of Bitcoin miners for long-term sustainability. Zamy emphasizes GoMining's dedication to fostering decentralization and innovation by making Bitcoin mining more accessible and educating users about DeFi. Together, they paint a compelling picture of how these platforms are poised to shape the future of Bitcoin, driving growth and enhancing user engagement in the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency.About Our GuestsCharlie Hu is Co-founder of Bitlayer, Ex Polygon Head of APAC, early Contributor to Polkadot. Bitlayer has over 3 million users, and is backed by Franklin Templeton, Polychain, Framework, Bitcoin Magazine’s UXTO management, and many other global leading investors. Bitlayer is one of the first BitVM solution projects, has amassed 65 million transactions, and hit a peak TVL of $850M+ in 2024.David Lolaev is the Head of GoMining Launchpad. He leads ecosystem relationships, working closely with projects, investors, and exchanges to build strong launch collaborations across the BTCFi space.Zamy Atlukhanova is the Launchpad Project Lead at GoMining. She is responsible for launchpad functionality, UX/UI and product roadmap.To learn more visit Launchpad.GoMining.com and Bitlayer.org.

In this episode, we sit down with Oliver Löffler — founder of Voya Games and Angry Dynomites — to talk about what it really takes to build a Web3-native game from the ground up.Forget slapping tokens on tired game mechanics. Oliver and his team are creating over 25 tokens on testnet, all gearing up to launch on the Ronin Network. We dive into why retrofitting Web2 models won't cut it, how thoughtful tokenomics can fuel player-driven economies, and what the next generation of blockchain gaming actually looks like.🚀 Highlights:- Why most Web3 games are missing the mark- Building with token utility in mind (not as an afterthought)- The vision for Angry Dynomites and Ronin integration- How 25+ tokens unlock new layers of gameplay#web3 #web3gaming #tokensSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

Jeremy Dreier, Chief Business Development Officer at GoMining, joins BTCTN's David Sencil at Token2049 Dubai to talk about the future of Bitcoin mining — from gamified retail experiences to Wall Street-grade institutional funds.Topics Covered:- Why Bitcoin mining is foundational to Bitcoin- GoMining’s gamified approach to digital miners- How Apple Pay users can mine Bitcoin in seconds- The GoMining Alpha Blocks Fund for institutions- Regulatory challenges, power cost pressures, and the road ahead- Why governments may soon be mining Bitcoin as a reserve strategySubscribe for more interviews from the heart of the crypto revolution.GoMining Website: https://institutional.gomining.com/GoMining X Account: https://x.com/GoMiningInstGoMining Token X Account: https://x.com/GoMining_tokenJeremy Dreier X Account: https://x.com/jeremy_dreier

@ArravindPrabu, CEO of @cryptobilis, is building that future.In this conversation with @ReginaC3214, they dive into:— how “village mining” can decentralize wealth— the friction between banks & crypto in SEA— why commerce, not speculation, will define the next wave@cryptobilisphWatch the full interview here 👇Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

BTCTN's David Sencil interviews Oliver Stauber, CEO of KuCoin EU, at Token2049 Dubai. They dive into Europe’s evolving crypto regulation under MiCA, the challenges of launching compliant products across the EU, and why European governments are still absent from the Bitcoin reserve conversation.Topics include:- MiCA regulation and why it’s both helpful and broken- How offshore exchanges might get blocked in Europe- Why KuCoin needs 3 separate licenses just to operate- Why Germany won’t let the government own crypto- Adoption, taxation, and the future of crypto in the EU- What global crypto projects need to know before entering Europe🔔 Subscribe for more deep crypto interviews and insights.Kucoin Website: https://www.kucoin.com/Kucoin X Account: https://x.com/KuCoinComOliver Stauber X Account: https://x.com/ostauber

“We’re not trying to be a mini-Google. I want to be as big as Google. I want to be a fierce competitor to them.”At Bitcoin 2025, Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovsk sat down with David to talk Bitcoin, crypto, and freedom.- YouTube bans, Rumble provides- Rumble buys $20M in Bitcoin- New Tether-backed non-custodial wallet- And More#Rumble #Google #bitcoin Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

Eric Balchunas — Senior ETF Analyst at Bloomberg and author of The Bogle Effect — joins @_dsencil to talk about how Bitcoin went mainstream through ETFs, the battle behind the scenes to launch a Bitcoin ETF, and what this moment means for the future of both crypto and traditional finance.He also dives into Jack Bogle’s legacy, why he believes ETFs are the most powerful financial innovation ever, and how The Bogle Effect explains much of what’s happening in markets today. Along the way, Eric breaks down how Gen X thinks about money, what most investors still get wrong, and why Bitcoin might be the new gold — or something bigger.#ETFs #BlackRock #SEC Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/

In this episode, host Frederick Munawa welcomes two prominent figures in the blockchain space: Jameel Khalfan, Head of Ecosystem Development at the Sui Foundation, and MacLane Wilkison, co-founder and CEO of Threshold Labs. Together, they delve into the exciting collaboration between tBTC and Sui, a layer 1 blockchain network designed by Mysten Labs, which has rapidly ascended to become the 12th largest cryptocurrency by market value. The discussion highlights the innovative features of Sui, including its speed, scalability, and low transaction fees, setting the stage for a new era of decentralized finance (DeFi) that leverages Bitcoin's potential.Listeners will gain insights into the journeys of both speakers into the world of cryptocurrency, from early experiences with Bitcoin to the founding of Threshold Labs. They will explore the unique advantages of Threshold BTC (tBTC) as a synthetic Bitcoin asset that enhances DeFi capabilities, allowing users to generate yield and borrow against their Bitcoin holdings. The conversation also covers the recent launch of tBTC on Sui, its initial success, and the future developments that promise to further integrate Bitcoin into the DeFi ecosystem. Join us for an enlightening discussion on how this partnership is poised to reshape the landscape of digital finance.