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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.

Streamlining Bitcoin Core: A Community-Driven Approach to Security and Accessibility

Streamlining Bitcoin Core: A Community-Driven Approach to Security and Accessibility

The October 26, 2024 episode of the Stephan Livera Podcast features Bitcoin Core developers Gloria Zhao and Fabian Jahr discussing new features, security, and the challenges of decentralized development.

Russia’s Bitcoin Mining Strategy, Coinmint’s Expansion, and Core Scientific’s AI Shift

Russia’s Bitcoin Mining Strategy, Coinmint’s Expansion, and Core Scientific’s AI Shift

The October 24, 2024 episode of The Mining Pod focuses covers developments in the Bitcoin mining landscape, including Russia’s exploration of Bitcoin to circumvent Western sanctions, Coinmint’s strategic expansion in New York, and Core Scientific’s pivot into AI hosting.

Unlocking Decentralized Payments: Insights from Nostr’s Bitcoin Integration

Unlocking Decentralized Payments: Insights from Nostr’s Bitcoin Integration

In the October 24, 2024 episode of the Bitcoin Review podcast, the panel discusses the rapidly evolving Nostr protocol, with a primary focus on integrating Bitcoin payments into decentralized social interactions.

Decentralized Podcasting: How Nostr’s Open Protocol Empowers Creators and Resists Big Tech

Decentralized Podcasting: How Nostr’s Open Protocol Empowers Creators and Resists Big Tech

In the October 23, 2024 episode of the Bitcoin Review podcast, the panel dives into the integration of the Nostr protocol with Podcasting 2.0, focusing on creating decentralized, open-source solutions for the podcast industry.

Bitcoin's Role in Inflation and Financial Autonomy

Bitcoin's Role in Inflation and Financial Autonomy

The October 23, 2024 episode of the Tim Kotzman podcast features Bram Kanstein discussing Bitcoin’s unique potential as a stable store of value and an alternative to inflationary fiat systems.

Central Banks, Custody Choices, and Bitcoin's Market Risks

Central Banks, Custody Choices, and Bitcoin's Market Risks

The October 22, 2024 episode of the Canadian Bitcoiners Podcast explores central banks' regulatory threats, the pros and cons of self-custody versus institutional custody, and market risks stemming from speculative behavior.

Empowering Activists: Key Bitcoin Design Insights

Empowering Activists: Key Bitcoin Design Insights

In an October 22, 2024 Connect the World podcast earlier recorded at Bitcoin Amsterdam 2024, Mogashni Naidoo discusses the role of Bitcoin as a tool for financial freedom, particularly emphasizing its utility for activists who face unique challenges in accessing financial resources.