the rise of bitcoin banks with @npub190dy...09r3 of @npub1gal0...z3t2

Interesting scenarios on bitcoin blockchain hitting 1TB and 2TB by @OrangeSurf for @npub18d4r...6lt3 see full report here

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Block Size Report

A data driven analysis of the bitcoin block size, revealing how growth was partially constrained by miner policy and Bitcoin Core defaults.

With bitcoin on chain transactions this cheap, arguably the bottleneck to adoption is not a technical one, it's economic.

plan b el Salvador starting soon!

all the AI news of the last few days makes it even clearer that bitcoin is essential for individuals, businesses and even governments. it will be the main way to store value sooner or later.

Learn about Bitcoin Emergency Keys and Inheritance with @npub1lkt9...h0ff of @Bitcoin Keeper in my latest episode

Stephan Livera

Emergency Keys & Inheritance with Ben Kaufman | SLP631

In this conversation, Ben Kaufman discusses the evolving relationship between Bitcoin and government, the implications of political engagement for ...

Enjoyed my chat with Andrew Hohns of Newmarket Capital / Battery Finance on bitcoin collateralized lending and where this market may go. Check out the ep here

Stephan Livera

A Different Tradeoff with Bitcoin Lending? With Andrew Hohns of Newmarket Capital | SLP630

Andrew Hohns discusses the maturation of Bitcoin collateralized finance, the unique characteristics that make Bitcoin an exceptional form of collat...

Bitcoin will demonetise housing and change the nature of the property ponzi. So in 2025 where there are still a lot of people who think rental property investment is a good idea, aren't they effectively holding the bag? Isn't it more efficient to rent a place, let them own the demonetising asset, and they pay for the substantial maintenance, take on depreciation and other risks - while you HODL on?

Bullish on what @Breez ⚡️ are doing "Over 40 apps have already implemented our SDK in production or beta since we launched it less than 18 months ago. Collectively, ~1.5 million users now have access to self-custodial, peer-to-peer bitcoin payments through these apps." https://medium.com/breez-technology/breez-has-been-building-momentum-and-were-just-getting-started-06cf97c272ab

Many governments will go through the same mistakes that individuals and businesses made over the years: - shitcoining - thinking they have to mine - not being serious about accumulation and self custody of bitcoin

If you can drive, you can self custody bitcoin! Check out my latest with @DETERMINISTIC OPTIMISM 🌞 here

Stephan Livera

SLP629 If You Can Drive, You Can Self Custody Bitcoin with NVK

In this episode, NVK, co-founder and CEO of CoinKite, discusses the fundamentals of Bitcoin self-custody. He covers the importance of self-custody,...

Even Google is saying no to the EU's demands for 'fact checking' and thought control. Their efforts over the last few years to deboost and censor searches and YouTube videos have been a complete failure. They simply inject left wing and pro statist propaganda on a range of topics from COVID masks to vaccine efficiency.

Whatever "social contracts" there were in the fiat money era, they will be renegotiated in the bitcoin era.

Low quality money, low quality behaviours. High quality money, high quality behaviours.

My latest with @OpnState on the impact of FATF on global banking is out. Check it out to understand the threat being posed to your sovereignty under the pretense of protecting you.

Stephan Livera

The Impact of FATF on Global Banking with OpnState | SLP627

In this conversation, OpnState shares his journey from a disillusioned banker to a policy advisor focused on compliance and anti-money laundering (...

My latest episode on tools for using Bitcoin in 2025 with @BTC Sessions and @k3tan is out! Check it out for their perspectives on wallets, nodes and being a bitcoin merchant

Stephan Livera

Bitcoin 2025 Guide: Wallets, Nodes & Merchants with BTC Sessions & K3tan | SLP626

In this episode of SLP, the discussion revolves around the advancements in Bitcoin hardware and software, focusing on wallet recommendations for be...

There's a perception that bitcoiners are financial doomers. The truth is that bitcoiners see the corruption of a fiat inflationary system. It seeps into our societies, corroding our moral values and our economies. Bitcoin is a positive way out.

getting started at bitcoin mena and caught up with @UNCLE ROCKSTAR. can't outdress the rockstar!

My latest episode on Bitcoin, the power law, and how to think about Microstrategy's strategy with Sina from 21st Capital

Stephan Livera

Power Law, Bitcoin & MicroStrategy with Sina | SLP619

Sina, COO and co-founder of 21st Capital, discusses the application of power law in understanding Bitcoin’s growth. He explains how his empir...

My latest episode with Joe Quirk on Seasteading. We chat about the common questions people have, and also how far it has come in recent years. Joe's a great and compelling speaker, check him out!

Stephan Livera

Seasteading: A New Way to Live with Joe Quirk SLP617

Joe Quirk, president of the Seasteading Institute, discusses the innovative concept of seasteading, which proposes creating floating societies on t...