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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.

New Horizons for Bitcoin's Lightning Network: Adam Back's Insights

New Horizons for Bitcoin's Lightning Network: Adam Back's Insights

This October 24, 2024 podcast episode was recorded at Bitcoin Amsterdam 2024. Adam Back discusses groundbreaking developments in the Bitcoin Lightning Network, focusing on user-friendly upgrades like Bolt 12, scalable interoperability, and Liquid-based fee solutions.

How Bitcoin is Reshaping Economic Models and Energy Markets

How Bitcoin is Reshaping Economic Models and Energy Markets

The October 22, 2024 episode of the Abundant Mines podcast features Jeff Booth discussing Bitcoin as a deflationary asset that redefines traditional economic principles and promotes energy sustainability.

Security Solutions for Bitcoin Users: Tackling Phishing, AI Threats, and Privacy Concerns

Security Solutions for Bitcoin Users: Tackling Phishing, AI Threats, and Privacy Concerns

In the October 22, 2024 episode of the Stephan Livera Podcast, Keith Gardner discusses his project, Bronto, designed to protect Bitcoin users from common scams and phishing attacks.

Closing Bitcoin’s Usability Gap with Lightning Network

Closing Bitcoin’s Usability Gap with Lightning Network

The October 22, 2024 episode of the Final Settlement podcast features Roy Sheinfeld, co-founder of Breez Technology, exploring the potential for the Lightning Network to advance Bitcoin's adoption by simplifying payments and bridging the usability gap.

Key Shifts in Bitcoin Mining Strategy and Policy Impact

Key Shifts in Bitcoin Mining Strategy and Policy Impact

This October 24, 2024 episode of McNallie Money covers major strategic and political developments in the Bitcoin mining sector, from Terawulf’s convertible note issuance aimed at HPC expansion to Satoshi Action Fund’s advocacy for state-level Bitcoin adoption.

Treasury Yields, Bitcoin, and Market Shifts: Key Insights

Treasury Yields, Bitcoin, and Market Shifts: Key Insights

In the October 23, 2024 episode of The Bitcoin Layer, Nik Bhatia explores the implications of rising U.S. Treasury yields, analyzing how they affect Bitcoin, gold, and other markets.

Bitcoin Mining’s Future: Decentralization, Sustainability, and Innovation

Bitcoin Mining’s Future: Decentralization, Sustainability, and Innovation

This October 24, 2024 podcast episode was recorded at Bitcoin Amsterdam 2024. The panel on 'Bitcoin mining in 2050' explored the evolving landscape of mining, focusing on energy dependence, centralization, regulatory impact, and potential synergies with AI.