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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.

Debt Ceiling, TGA Liquidity, and Bitcoin in 2025

Debt Ceiling, TGA Liquidity, and Bitcoin in 2025

The October 29, 2024 episode of the What is Money Show features Lyn Alden discussing the anticipated debt ceiling battle in 2025 and its implications for fiscal policy, asset classes, and broader macroeconomic trends.

Bitcoin’s Ethical Response to Fiat’s Failures

Bitcoin’s Ethical Response to Fiat’s Failures

The October 29, 2024 episode of the What is Money Show features Bram Kanstein discussing fiat currency’s societal and moral failures, positioning Bitcoin as an ethical, decentralized alternative.

Bitcoin’s Strategic Potential and Custody Innovations: Insights for Investors and Policymakers

Bitcoin’s Strategic Potential and Custody Innovations: Insights for Investors and Policymakers

The October 29, 2024 episode of the Scarce Assets features Andy Edstrom and Jesse Myers, exploring Bitcoin’s strategic value as an emerging asset class, its potential role as a national reserve, and innovations in Bitcoin custody.

Strategic Developments and Risks in Bitcoin Mining

Strategic Developments and Risks in Bitcoin Mining

The October 29, 2024 episode of Sebastian's podcast unpacks current developments in Bitcoin mining, focusing on recent market surges, new legal appointments, and advanced mining technology releases.

Bitcoin as a Hedge in an Uncertain World: Insights from VanEck

Bitcoin as a Hedge in an Uncertain World: Insights from VanEck

The October 29, 2024 episode of Blockware podcast features Matthew Sigel, Head of Digital Assets Research at VanEck, exploring Bitcoin’s appeal amid global fiscal instability, growing distrust in institutions, and evolving regulatory landscapes.

Hyperbitcoinization: Risks, Opportunities, and Policy Perspectives

Hyperbitcoinization: Risks, Opportunities, and Policy Perspectives

The October 29, 2024 episode of the Unchained podcast features Pierre Rochard and Bitstein discussing the concept of hyperbitcoinization, describing it as a gradual and inevitable transition from fiat currencies to Bitcoin.

Strategic Bitcoin Reserve: A Path for U.S. Stability and Innovation

Strategic Bitcoin Reserve: A Path for U.S. Stability and Innovation

The October 29, 2024 episode of the Robin Seyr podcast features Dennis Porter discussing the potential of Bitcoin as a U.S. strategic reserve, emphasizing its capacity to stabilize purchasing power, balance energy grids, and support renewable energy development.