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Murray Rudd

Dr. Murray Rudd is an applied environmental microeconomist and policy researcher. His full attention is now on Bitcoin’s economic, social, technical and environmental impacts and potential.

Strategic Shifts in Bitcoin Mining: From MicroStrategy’s Bold Moves to Russia’s Regulatory Clamps

Strategic Shifts in Bitcoin Mining: From MicroStrategy’s Bold Moves to Russia’s Regulatory Clamps

The October 31, 2024 episode of Sebastian's podcast unpacks significant developments in Bitcoin mining, including Hut 8’s alliance with Anthony Pompliano, and Russia’s recent mining restrictions.

Unlocking Africa’s Wealth: The Case for Hyperbitcoinization

Unlocking Africa’s Wealth: The Case for Hyperbitcoinization

The October 31, 2024 episode of the Robin Seyr podcast features Lorraine Marcel discussing Bitcoin’s promise as an economic equalizer in Africa, pointing to hyperbitcoinization as a solution for currency volatility and foreign dependency.

Strategic Bitcoin in U.S. Politics: Aligning Policies for Financial Sovereignty

Strategic Bitcoin in U.S. Politics: Aligning Policies for Financial Sovereignty

An October 31, 2024 episode of the Unchained podcast features Dennis Porter discussing Bitcoin’s increasing political relevance, particularly its role in the 2024 U.S. presidential election and state-level policy advancements.

The DAAML Act: Examining Elizabeth Warren’s Anti-Bitcoin Legislative Push

The DAAML Act: Examining Elizabeth Warren’s Anti-Bitcoin Legislative Push

The December 18, 2023 episode of What Bitcoin Did features Perianne Boring, who highlights the implications of U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren’s ongoing campaign against digital assets.

Argentina’s Economic Shift: Bitcoin, Dollarization, and IMF Dependency

Argentina’s Economic Shift: Bitcoin, Dollarization, and IMF Dependency

The December 20, 2023 episode of the Swan Signal podcast features Alex Gladstein discussing Argentina's economic landscape, the impact of IMF-imposed austerity, and Bitcoin's role as an alternative financial asset.

Bitcoin’s Bedrock: Michael Saylor on Protocol Immutability and Digital Stability

Bitcoin’s Bedrock: Michael Saylor on Protocol Immutability and Digital Stability

The December 22, 2023 episode of the Stephan Livera Podcast features Michael Saylor outlining his vision for Bitcoin as an immutable “digital property” designed to anchor a global digital economy.

Nostr’s Decentralized Potential: Challenges, Innovations, and Opportunities

Nostr’s Decentralized Potential: Challenges, Innovations, and Opportunities

The October 30, 2024 episode of the Bitcoin Review Podcast features a panel discussion on the evolving landscape of Nostr, a decentralized, permissionless protocol with potential applications across finance, identity, and social media.