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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.

Bitcoin Mining as a Flexible Energy Buyer: Solving Grid Congestion and Renewable Curtailment

Bitcoin Mining as a Flexible Energy Buyer: Solving Grid Congestion and Renewable Curtailment

The October 14, 2024 episode of the Stephan Livera Podcast features Kenji Tateiwa discussing the intersection of Bitcoin mining and renewable energy in Japan, particularly how Bitcoin miners can serve as flexible energy buyers.

The Future of Bitcoin: Navigating Institutional Adoption, Layer 2 Scaling, and the Halving

The Future of Bitcoin: Navigating Institutional Adoption, Layer 2 Scaling, and the Halving

The November 1, 2023 episode of the Swan Signal Live podcast featured Bitcoin OG Adam Back sharing his insights into Bitcoin’s journey and the progress made over the years, including growing institutional adoption and the discussion around a Bitcoin spot ETF.

Enhancing Bitcoin Mining and Decentralized Payments with the Lightning Network

Enhancing Bitcoin Mining and Decentralized Payments with the Lightning Network

The September 20, 2024 episode of The Bitcoin Source features Jesse Shrader, CEO of Amboss, who explores how the Lightning Network is transforming Bitcoin mining by improving payout efficiency and enhancing decentralized payment systems.

Bitcoin as a Hedge Against Government Money Printing

Bitcoin as a Hedge Against Government Money Printing

The September 19, 2024 episode of Bitcoin for Millenials features Daniel Sempere Pico discusses the increasing dangers of government money printing and the role Bitcoin plays as a safeguard against the collapse of fiat currencies.

Is the Fed Driving the Economy Off a Cliff? Monetary Policy, Risks, and Future Outlook

Is the Fed Driving the Economy Off a Cliff? Monetary Policy, Risks, and Future Outlook

The September 17, 2024 episode of the Real Vision podcast explores the Federal Reserve's current policy approach, highlighting concerns about persistent inflation, income inequality, and risks of a credit event in commercial real estate.

Securing Bitcoin’s Future: The Evolution of Multi-Institution Custody

Securing Bitcoin’s Future: The Evolution of Multi-Institution Custody

This discussion, by Onramp Media hosts, in their September 18, 2024 webinar focuses on the advancements in custody solutions, emphasizing multi-institution custody as a scalable and secure alternative to traditional self-custody and exchange-based methods.

Political Endorsements, Geopolitical Risks, and Sustainable Bitcoin Mining

Political Endorsements, Geopolitical Risks, and Sustainable Bitcoin Mining

The September 20, 2024 episode of The Mining Pod examines key developments in Bitcoin mining, including Hut 8's partnership with Bitmain, Bhutan’s significant Bitcoin investments, and U.S. political endorsements from RFK Jr. and Trump.