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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.

Decentralized Energy: Bitcoin Mining in Africa

Decentralized Energy: Bitcoin Mining in Africa

On February 18, 2025, The Mining Pod featured a discussion with Erik Hersman and Philip Walton on their Gridless Bitcoin mining operations in East Africa, detailing how stranded renewable energy is transformed into mining revenue through innovative models.

Bitcoin's Strategic Shift: Misconceptions to Mainstream

Bitcoin's Strategic Shift: Misconceptions to Mainstream

On February 17, 2025, the Robin Seyr Podcast featured Staci Costopoulos discussing Bitcoin’s untapped potential amid persistent misperceptions. She argued that correcting false narratives and establishing strategic reserves will propel Bitcoin into mainstream finance.

Bitcoin as a Lifeline: Beyond Credit Constraints

Bitcoin as a Lifeline: Beyond Credit Constraints

The February 17, 2025 episode of Bitcoin for Millenials featuring Nik Bhatia examines how a credit-driven system undermines individual wealth while positioning Bitcoin as a deflationary alternative

Institutional Momentum & Bitcoin Market Transformation

Institutional Momentum & Bitcoin Market Transformation

On February 15, 2025, the Simply Bitcoin podcast featured James Lavish and David Foley discussing institutional accumulation, a potential Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, and shifting capital from traditional assets to Bitcoin.

Bitcoin’s Power Law: Navigating Growth and Risk

Bitcoin’s Power Law: Navigating Growth and Risk

The February 13, 2025 episode of the Brandon Gentile Podcast featuring Giovanni Santostasi explores Bitcoin’s power law dynamics in both price and network adoption.

Bitcoin Reserve and Global Asset Realignment

Bitcoin Reserve and Global Asset Realignment

On February 13, 2025, the Kitco News episode featuring Jeff Booth examined Bitcoin's role as a strategic reserve in sovereign wealth funds. The discussion contrasted Bitcoin’s deflationary, decentralized structure with debased fiat systems while highlighting regulatory and liquidity challenges.

Lightning Unleashed: Advancing Bitcoin as a Currency

Lightning Unleashed: Advancing Bitcoin as a Currency

On February 14, 2025, the Stephan Livera Podcast redefines Bitcoin as a dynamic medium of exchange. Dan O'Prey and Danny Stagg showcase how rapid Lightning integration, low fees, and instant settlements empower everyday transactions.