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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 Surges Amid China’s Stimulus and U.S. Trade Tensions

Bitcoin Surges Amid China’s Stimulus and U.S. Trade Tensions

An October 14, 2024 podcast episode from The Bitcoin Layer had Nic Bhatia exploring Bitcoin’s recent 5% price surge, driven by China’s $1 trillion bond issuance and its effects on global liquidity.

Bitcoin, War, and the Economics of Conflict

Bitcoin, War, and the Economics of Conflict

The October 15, 2024 podcast episode from PlanB Network has Giacomo Zucco and Ulrich Fromy discussing the relationship between money, war, and violence, emphasizing how modern wars are fueled by unsound monetary systems, particularly inflation and borrowing.

Teaching Kids Freedom & Economics: Tuttle Twins & Bitcoin

Teaching Kids Freedom & Economics: Tuttle Twins & Bitcoin

The October 15, 2024 episode of THE Bitcoin Podcast features Jonny Vance, co-creator of Tuttle Twins, discussing how the show teaches children about freedom, economics, and Bitcoin.

Bitcoin as a Risk-Off Asset: Navigating Global Financial Instability

Bitcoin as a Risk-Off Asset: Navigating Global Financial Instability

The September 30, 2024 episode of Wake Up Call features Ralph Gebran, Managing Partner of Onramp MENA, discusses Bitcoin's growing role as a risk-off asset in the global financial system.

Bitcoin and Human Rights: Financial Freedom Under Authoritarian Regimes

Bitcoin and Human Rights: Financial Freedom Under Authoritarian Regimes

In the July 25, 2023 episode of the Connect the World podcast, Alex Gladstein, Chief Strategy Officer of the Human Rights Foundation, delves into the intersection of Bitcoin, human rights, and authoritarian regimes.

A Progressive’s Case for Bitcoin: Aligning Environmental and Economic Justice

A Progressive’s Case for Bitcoin: Aligning Environmental and Economic Justice

In the June 30, 2023 episode of Bitcoin Magazine's podcast, Jason Maier talks about his book, A Progressive's Case for Bitcoin, offering insights into how Bitcoin aligns with progressive values such as environmental sustainability, wealth equality, and global justice.

Strategic Flexibility in Bitcoin Mining and AI: Hut 8’s Path Forward

Strategic Flexibility in Bitcoin Mining and AI: Hut 8’s Path Forward

In an October 15, 2024 episode of McNallie Money, Sue Ennis from Hut 8 Corporation, covers the company’s recent innovations in Bitcoin mining, strategic moves into AI infrastructure, and their approach to managing volatility through flexible contracts.