The Cantilever Podcast

We recently spoke with Jess Jonas, Chief Legal Officer of the Bitcoin Legal Defense Fund. Jess shared with us the work the nonprofit is doing to support Bitcoin developers, protect the Bitcoin ecosystem, and ultimately, defend open-source software.The Bitcoin Legal Defense Fund (BLDF) is a non-profit established in 2021 which helps Bitcoin developers in their fight for the future of open source. Jonas is currently organizing legal support for 13 Bitcoin Core developers across two separate lawsuits brought against them in the UK that have significant implications for Bitcoin and open source software development. Prior to joining the BLDF, Jonas spent more than a decade working at a law firm in NY, and as a senior in-house counsel for crypto and trad-fi organizations including Gemini and American Express.Connect with Jess:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicapj/ Website: https://bitcoindefense.org/This show is for informational purposes only. Nothing presented here constitutes legal and/or financial advice.

We spoke with Wei Escala on topics ranging from Bitcoin as a tech stack, the future of health records on the blockchain, and how Layer 2s will continue to bring innovation to the BTC ecosystem. Wei Escala is the founder and CEO of Eggschain, a healthcare technology company built at the intersection of medicine, technology innovation, scientific research and humanity. A thought leader in the health tech, family building and cryogenic preservation industries, Wei holds the patent for the first blockchain-integrated inventory management and chain of custody technology for tracking bio specimens, including sperm, eggs, embryos, DNA, RNA, genome, stem cell, tissues and organs, and other genetic material. As Eggschain CEO, she has built an all-star team of collaborators comprising technologists, business leaders, physicians and scientists, with a focus on continuing to develop game-changing innovation for patients, doctors, clinics and labs through the Eggschain platform. Connect with Wei at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wei-escalaTwitter: @eggschainWebsite: https://eggschain.com/This show is for informational purposes only. Nothing presented here constitutes legal and/or financial advice.

We spoke with Lynne Bairstow about her transition from tech-startups to focus on Bitcoin, her view on the Latin American investor sentiment on Bitcoin, and how she sees Bitcoin as an emerging technology beyond a store of value.Lynne is an entrepreneur, investor, and advisor in early-stage tech. Currently, she is devoting her time and experience to “work for Bitcoin”, believing that the adoption and education of Bitcoin is one of the most important purposes of today. She is writing a book, DeFiant Finance: Why Bitcoin is Inevitable, as well as supporting startups that are building on the Bitcoin and Lightning protocols.After beginning her professional career on Wall Street with Merrill Lynch, she relocated to Mexico where she has lived for more than 20 years. Lynne’s unique perspective is a result of her first-hand combination of experiences in traditional finance and living and transacting in an emerging economy. Lynne is committed to advancing the adoption of Bitcoin to contribute to what she views as a more hopeful and abundant future.Connect with Lynne:LinkedIn: https://mx.linkedin.com/in/lynnebairstow Twitter: @lynnerae Website: https://www.defiantfinance.xyzThis show is for informational purposes only. Nothing presented here constitutes legal and/or financial advice.

John is the Managing Director of Private Client Services at Swan Bitcoin. He previously spent 13 years on Wall Street, where he was a Portfolio Manager and Institutional Investor at Goldman Sachs. John shares his thoughts on Banking vs. Bitcoin, the emergence of BRC-20, what Swan Bitcoin offers, and where it's headed moving forward. Swan Private is Swan's concierge service for individuals purchasing more than $100,000 in Bitcoin as well as for clients purchasing Bitcoin through more complex account structures such as retirement, operating business entities, trusts, and foundations. Swan Private clients have access to all of the company's strategic resources and passion for Bitcoin. Dedicated account representatives are available to provide hands-on guidance as clients navigate their Bitcoin journey.Connect with John at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-haar-971b1444/Twitter: @john_at_swan website: swanbitcoin.com Article: Banking vs. BitcoinThis show is for informational purposes only. Nothing presented here constitutes legal and/or financial advice.

Danny and Brendan give a recap of their time at MicroStrategy World 2023 conference.  A major recurring theme they saw is how Lightning technology unlocks innovation for Bitcoin beyond the traditional store of value concept. This show is for informational purposes only. Nothing presented here constitutes legal and/or financial advice.

Nick Malster is the co-founder of the Fountain App. Fountain is the podcast app that pays. Every minute you spend consuming or creating content increases the value of the platform you’re using yet none of them reward you for it. On Fountain, you can earn bitcoin simply by listening to your favorite podcasts and sharing clips of the best moments. You can also support the podcasts you love by sending sats, which helps drives discovery of content that is actually worth listening to. Contact Nick at Twitter: @nickmalsterLinkedIn:  www.linkedin.com/in/nickmalster/Fountain App: www.fountain.fm  This show is for informational purposes only. Nothing presented here constitutes legal and/or financial advice.

Trey Sellers, Head of Client Solutions at Unchained Capital, joins the podcast to share his Bitcoin origin story, why collaborative custody of your bitcoin is important, and what's on the horizon for Unchained Capital. Unchained provides a collaborative custody platform for securing bitcoin in the best possible way, alongside a suite of financial services for bitcoin, such as bitcoin-backed loans, bitcoin IRAs, and trading capabilities. You can follow Trey at:Website: treysellers.comTwitter: @ts_hodlLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/treysellersThis show is for informational purposes only. Nothing presented here constitutes legal and/or financial advice.

With banks collapsing and Bitcoin pumping, partners Brendan and Jon discuss the current state of the markets. This show is for informational purposes only. Nothing presented here constitutes legal and/or financial advice.

The Cantilever team invites listeners to join their off-site meeting as they reflect on their Bitcoin origin stories, Cantilever’s origins story, and the problem they’re solving in the digital asset space.This show is for informational purposes only. Nothing presented here constitutes legal and/or financial advice.

Dave Rothschild is a partner at Cole-Frieman & Mallon, one of the country's premier boutique investment management law firms with deep experience in traditional assets, as well as esoteric asset classes like digital assets. His Podcast, Tokens of Wisdom, helps listeners navigate the legal loopholes in forming, launching, and running a private investment fund, including considerations unique to digital asset/crypto funds.Contact Dave at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidcrothschild/https://colefrieman.com/team/david-rothschild/Tokens of Wisdomhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2082177/shareThis show is for informational purposes only. Nothing presented here constitutes legal and/or financial advice.