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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.

Javier Milei’s Libertarian Revolution: Can Argentina Break Free from Its Economic Chains?

Javier Milei’s Libertarian Revolution: Can Argentina Break Free from Its Economic Chains?

The September 30, 2024 episode of the Mr. Obnoxious podcast featured Fernando Nikolić delves into the complexities of Javier Milei’s libertarian revolution in Argentina, framing his ascent as a test case for economic reforms based on free-market principles.

Riot Platforms: Advancing Bitcoin Mining Efficiency and Strategic Energy Use

Riot Platforms: Advancing Bitcoin Mining Efficiency and Strategic Energy Use

An October 3, 2024 episode of McNallie Money featured Jason Les, CEO of Riot Platforms, who discussed the company’s impressive growth in Bitcoin mining efficiency, strategic energy management, and plans for continued hash rate expansion.

Bitcoin Core’s Evolution: Version 28 and the Road Ahead

Bitcoin Core’s Evolution: Version 28 and the Road Ahead

The October 2, 2024 episode of the Stephan Livera Podcast, Gloria Zhao and Fabian Jahr discussed the ongoing development of Bitcoin Core, with a particular emphasis on upcoming features in version 28.

Operation Chokepoint 2.0: The Federal Assault on Crypto Innovation

Operation Chokepoint 2.0: The Federal Assault on Crypto Innovation

In the October 3, 2024 episode of The Bitcoin Layer, Caitlin Long, founder of Custodia Bank, discusses the Federal Reserve's Operation Chokepoint 2.0 and the Biden Administration’s regulatory actions against the crypto industry.

Bitcoin ETFs: Institutional Adoption, Risks, and the Future of Self-Custody

Bitcoin ETFs: Institutional Adoption, Risks, and the Future of Self-Custody

In the September 30, 2024 episode of Bitcoin for Millenials, Thomas Fahrer discusses the implications of Bitcoin ETFs on price manipulation and institutional adoption. He points out that concerns linger about how these institutions might influence price movements.

HeatBit: Decentralizing Bitcoin Mining for the Smart Home

HeatBit: Decentralizing Bitcoin Mining for the Smart Home

In the August 12, 2023 episode of Blue Collar Bitcoin, Alex Busarov, co-founder of HeatBit, discusses the integration of Bitcoin mining with home heating, providing a dual-purpose energy solution.

Empowering Survivors Through Bitcoin: Financial Autonomy and the Path to Recovery

Empowering Survivors Through Bitcoin: Financial Autonomy and the Path to Recovery

In the July 10, 2023 episode of the What Bitcoin Did features Linda Parker and Maddison Clyne discussing the increasing rates of domestic violence against women and how financial abuse plays a critical role in trapping victims in abusive relationships.