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The New York Times just published a major investigation claiming Adam Back is Satoshi Nakamoto and the hosts of Bitcoin Policy Hour think that's a problem. Ken Egan, Zack Shapiro, and Zack Cohen explain why Bitcoin was specifically designed so the founder's identity doesn't matter, and why unmasking Satoshi could do more harm than good. The conversation also covers the Iran conflict and the creative U.S. reverse blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the truth behind viral claims about crypto being used for toll payments, BPI's new stablecoin policy paper on dollarization, and Anthropic's Mythos model, an AI so powerful they refuse to release it to the public. Click here to get 10% off bitcoin 2026 Conference in Las Vegas: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=YT10🔶 Connect with Zack Shapiro on X: https://x.com/zackbshapiro🔶 Connect with Zack Cohen on X: https://x.com/zackcohen_🔶 Connect with Ken Egan on X: https://x.com/Bayman11771🔶 Learn more about the Bitcoin Policy Institute: https://www.btcpolicy.org/ CHAPTERS 0:00 — Introduction & What's Coming This Episode 5:12 — The U.S. Reverse Blockade Strategy in the Strait of Hormuz 11:15 — Is Bitcoin Really Being Used for Strait of Hormuz Tolls? 15:07 — BPI's Stablecoin Paper: Eurodollars, the GENIUS Act & Dollarization 22:13 — Bitcoin vs. Stablecoins: Sanctions, Compliance & the UTXO Advantage 28:49 — Trump's China Visit, Taiwan & the Geopolitical Chessboard 34:07 — NYT Claims Adam Back Is Satoshi: Examining the Evidence 40:15 — Why Satoshi's Identity Doesn't Matter for Bitcoin 47:16 — Anthropic's Mythos Model: AI Cyber Weapons & Zero-Day Exploits 55:45 — Should the Government Nationalize AI? Open Source, Regulation & the Future #BitcoinPolicy #BitcoinPolicyHour #StraitOfHormuz #Iran #Stablecoins #GeniusAct #SatoshiNakamoto #AdamBack #Bitcoin #Anthropic #Mythos #AICybersecurity #ZeroDay #Dollarization #BitcoinGeopolitics #Eurodollars #ReverseBlockade #NickBhatia #BitcoinPolicyInstitute #TreasuryStrategy #PetroYuan #AINationalization #OpenSourceAI #BitcoinReserve #DigitalAssets DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of BTC Inc., Bitcoin Magazine, or any affiliated entities. This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Nothing contained in this show constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer to buy or sell any securities or financial instruments. Viewers should consult their own advisors before making financial or business decisions.

Natalie Brunell joins Brandon Green to discuss why institutional adoption, Bitcoin treasury companies, and sovereign accumulation are creating the strongest structural bid Bitcoin has ever seen, all in a bear market. They cover everything from Iran accepting Bitcoin for Strait of Hormuz tolls to Strategy's historic STRC issuance and Morgan Stanley's record-breaking Bitcoin ETF launch. Natalie also previews the Women of Bitcoin Bash honoring Senator Cynthia Lummis at the Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas. You can buy Natalie's book, Bitcoin is for Everyone right here: https://www.amazon.com/Bitcoin-Everyone-financial-system-solution/dp/1804091138Click here to get 10% off bitcoin 2026 Conference in Las Vegas: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=YT10🔶 Brandon Green - BTC Inc CEO🔶 Natalie Brunell — Host of Coin Stories Podcast, Author of Bitcoin Is for EveryoneCHAPTERS 0:00 — Nations Are Secretly Accumulating Bitcoin 5:12 — How This Bear Market Is Different from Previous Cycles 10:18 — Institutional Adoption and the Passive Bitcoin Bid 15:25 — Bitcoin Is for Everyone: Natalie's New Book and Mission 20:18 — The Macro Landscape: De-Dollarization and Gold vs Bitcoin 25:09 — Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, and Bitcoin's Neutrality 30:18 — Strategy's STRK, Structural Buying, and Bear Market Tailwinds 35:13 — Senator Lummis's Legacy and the Women of Bitcoin Bash 40:44 — Grading the Administration's Bitcoin Policy 46:47 — Bitcoin Conference Vegas Preview and What's Next for Coin Stories #Bitcoin #NatalieBrunell #BitcoinMagazine #CoinStories #BitcoinIsForEveryone #BearMarket #BitcoinETF #BitcoinAdoption #SenatorLummis #BitcoinAct #BitcoinReserve #StrategicBitcoinReserve #MorganStanley #MicroStrategy #STRK #BitcoinTreasury #SovereignBitcoin #SelfCustody #BitcoinEducation #WomenOfBitcoin #BitcoinConference #BitcoinVegas #Dedollarization #GoldVsBitcoin #MacroEconomics #StraitOfHormuz #BitcoinGeopolitics #BitcoinNeutrality #FourYearCycle #BitcoinPolicy #OperationChokePoint

In this BFC X Space, C-suite experts from Kraken, Samara AG, and Meliuz discuss why Bitcoin is now a fiduciary necessity for corporate treasuries to hedge against inflation and drive strategic growth.

In this episode of the Bitcoin for Corporations Show, host Pierre Rochard sits down with Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise, to discuss the monumental shift in how Wall Street views Bitcoin. From the 11-year battle for an ETF to the current integration of Bitcoin into the infrastructure of major wirehouses and banks, Matt explains why the "pitch" for Bitcoin has become infinitely easier. Whether you’re an institutional treasurer or a retail investor, this conversation provides a deep dive into why "Wall Street has woken up" to the reality of Bitcoin as a superior financial technology. Chapters: 01:21 – Matt Hougan’s Origin Story and Joining Bitwise 04:15 – Overcoming Regulatory and Institutional Friction 09:00 – The Bitwise Philosophy: Active vs. Passive Crypto Investing 15:30 – The Strength of Institutional Infrastructure (CME & ETFs) 23:00 – The "Steakhouse" Education: How Institutions are Adopting 30:30 – In-Kind Transfers and ETF Mechanics 34:00 – Investor Sentiment and the "Absolute Bottom" Trap 38:15 – Macro Risks: Private Credit and Government Spending 46:00 – The Future of Bitwise: Towards a Generational Trend DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of BTC Inc., Bitcoin Magazine, or any affiliated entities. This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Nothing contained in this show constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer to buy or sell any securities or financial instruments. Viewers should consult their own advisors before making financial or business decisions.

In this episode of The Bitcoin for Corporations Show, host Pierre Rochard sits down with Mike Belshe, CEO and Co-Founder of BitGo, to discuss the evolution of institutional digital asset security. From pioneering multi-signature protocols in 2013 to becoming a regulated OCC National Bank, Belshe explains why the "single point of failure" is the greatest risk to corporate treasury—and how to engineer it out of existence.We dive deep into the technical and operational "moats" required to secure hundreds of billions of dollars. Belshe breaks down why BitGo chooses Multi-Sig over MPC, the "LinkedIn ban" they enforced to stop social engineering, and why he believes stablecoins are a superior financial fabric compared to the 0.2% yield and high fees of traditional banking. Whether you're a CFO looking to understand custody or a developer interested in the future of payment protocols, this conversation provides a masterclass in building a resilient financial future.Episode Chapters00:00 – Introduction: BitGo’s journey from 2013 to a National Bank01:45 – The "Lonely Error": Solving the web’s 402 Payment Required code03:11 – Why Multi-Sig is the gold standard for Bitcoin security05:44 – Decentralizing custody: Keys across 1,000 miles and multiple jurisdictions07:42 – Why BitGo became a bank: Solving the CME Group custody challenge10:15 – Bridging the gap: Security vs. Liquidity in market structure13:10 – Corporate Governance: Rule-based systems for billion-dollar transfers15:37 – The LinkedIn Ban: Fighting social engineering and "French attacks"18:40 – The "Access to Nothing" Principle: Protecting executives from physical threats20:15 – Stablecoins vs. Legacy Banking: The 0.2% yield trap26:49 – The hidden 5% tax of credit cards and the future of digital payments31:30 – Fragmentation vs. Interoperability in the stablecoin "War of the L1s"36:45 – Regulatory outlook: The Clearing Act and the Genius Act45:10 – Final thoughts: Why BitGo is more than just a custodianDISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of BTC Inc., Bitcoin Magazine, or any affiliated entities. This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Nothing contained in this show constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer to buy or sell any securities or financial instruments. Viewers should consult their own advisors before making financial or business decisions.

In this episode of The Bitcoin for Corporations Show, the leadership at Strive explains why traditional corporate balance sheets are ill-equipped to handle the dual threats of currency debasement and AI-driven industry disruption. They present data showing that technological shifts historically trigger a 50% turnover in the S&P 500, suggesting that companies failing to adopt digital assets are essentially "sitting ducks." The episode serves as a strategic guide for executives to use Bitcoin and digital credit as "civilizational insurance" to protect their margins and ensure long-term corporate survival. Chapters: 00:31 Strive’s Evolution: From Anti-ESG to Bitcoin Treasury 01:45 Solving the Retirement Crisis with Digital Credit 03:08 The Bitcoin "iPhone Moment" and Exponential Growth 06:54 Building Infrastructure for Institutional Adoption 14:27 The Barrier to S&P 500 Bitcoin Adoption 15:31 Why Corporations Treat Cash Like a "Hot Potato" 19:30 AI Disruption and the Need for Robust Balance Sheets 27:01 The Coming S&P 500 Turnover: Data and Trends 31:08 Differentiating Strive’s Strategy from MicroStrategy 38:00 Game Theory and Corporate Decision Making 43:02 Building a Track Record in the Bear Market DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of BTC Inc., Bitcoin Magazine, or any affiliated entities. This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Nothing contained in this show constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer to buy or sell any securities or financial instruments. Viewers should consult their own advisors before making financial or business decisions.

In this episode of The Bitcoin for Corporations Show, Pierre Rochard sits down with Trey Sellers from Unchained to discuss the evolution of Bitcoin custody and financial services. Trey shares his journey from traditional banking at Goldman Sachs to building the premier collaborative custody platform for Bitcoiners. We dive deep into why 2-of-3 Multi-Sig is the gold standard for securing wealth, the fundamental differences between holding real Bitcoin versus a Bitcoin ETF, and how the "FIRE" (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement is being revolutionized by the hardest money on earth.Chapters: 00:00 - Trey Sellers' Background and Journey to Bitcoin03:43 - Collaborative Custody and the Multi-Sig Model07:56 - Comparing Bitcoin ETFs vs. Direct Ownership13:21 - The History and Evolution of Unchained16:03 - Mechanics and Transparency of Bitcoin-Backed Loans20:46 - Commercial Lending and Business Use Cases30:17 - Market Outlook: Price Action, Gold, and HODL Waves43:30 - Yield Strategies, Volatility, and Institutional Banks53:23 - Bitcoin and the FIRE (Financial Independence) Movement59:57 - Intentional Spending and Building Wealth with BitcoinDISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of BTC Inc., Bitcoin Magazine, or any affiliated entities. This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Nothing contained in this show constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer to buy or sell any securities or financial instruments. Viewers should consult their own advisors before making financial or business decisions.

Is Bitcoin's encryption more vulnerable to quantum computing than we thought? A new Google paper says the threshold to crack elliptic curve cryptography dropped from 20 million qubits to just 500,000. Sam Lyman, Zack Cohen, Zack Shapiro and Ken Egan from the Bitcoin Policy Institute discuss the geopolitical implications, the race between developers and institutions to lead Bitcoin's quantum upgrade, and why "not your keys, not your coins" is about to be tested like never before. 🔶 Connect with Zack Shapiro on X: https://x.com/zackbshapiro 🔶 Connect with Zack Cohen on X: https://x.com/zackcohen_ 🔶 Connect with Ken Egan on X: https://x.com/Bayman11771 🔶 Learn more about the Bitcoin Policy Institute: https://www.btcpolicy.org/ Chapters: 4:45 — Google's Quantum Paper: 500K Qubits Could Break Bitcoin 9:16 — Why Q-Day Is Closer Than We Thought But Not Imminent 12:48 — Qubits Explained: Logical vs Physical and Why It Matters 18:12 — Vulnerable Bitcoin Addresses and the Mempool Attack Window 20:15 — Stakeholder Map: Institutions, Governments, and Lost Coins 26:21 — Not Your Keys Not Your Coins Under Quantum Threat 30:14 — Migration Windows, Coinbase Rewards, and Hard Fork Options 37:34 — Could Institutions or Governments Hijack the Upgrade Process 46:04 — Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and Government's Role in Quantum Defense 51:05 — AI Tools Update: Claude Dispatch, Computer Use, and Bitcoin's Future #Bitcoin #QuantumComputing #BitcoinSecurity #QDay #GoogleQuantum #BitcoinPolicy #EllipticCurveCryptography #PostQuantum #BitcoinHardFork #BitcoinDevelopers #SatoshiCoins #StrategicBitcoinReserve #BitcoinPolicyInstitute #BPI #LogicalQubits #BitcoinUpgrade #NotYourKeysNotYourCoins #QuantumThreat #BitcoinInstitutions #AIAgents #ClaudeAI #BitcoinPolicyHour #BitcoinGeopolitics #QuantumResistant #BitcoinFuture

In this episode of the Bitcoin for Corporations Show, Mason Foard of Méliuz breaks down the "Gravity Thesis"—a framework for understanding why traditional 60/40 portfolios are failing. He explains how the "gravity" of fiat leads to inevitable debasement, while AI-driven deflation disrupts the cash flows of traditional equities, leaving Bitcoin as the ultimate store of value.Chapters: 00:30 Defining "The Gravity Thesis" and Fiat Debasement02:03 AI Deflation and the Broken Equity Model03:38 Why Traditional 60/40 Portfolios are Failing05:01 Deflationary Collapse vs. Monetary Intervention06:50 Reimagining the Monetary System with Bitcoin09:20 Disruption of Real Estate and Traditional Moats10:06 Timeframes and Market Catalysts for Bitcoin12:30 Global Impact: AI and Empowerment in the Global South14:45 The AI Infrastructure Bubble and National Security19:50 Meliuz: Adopting the Bitcoin Standard in Latin America21:54 Meliuz’s Treasury Strategy and Share Buybacks23:19 Bitcoin Rewards: Stacking Sats Through Everyday Purchases24:41 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsDISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of BTC Inc., Bitcoin Magazine, or any affiliated entities. This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Nothing contained in this show constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer to buy or sell any securities or financial instruments. Viewers should consult their own advisors before making financial or business decisions.

Pierre Rochard sits down with Hunter Albright, CRO of SALT Lending, to discuss the institutionalization of Bitcoin-backed finance and corporate treasury strategies. Drawing on his background in traditional banking, Albright explains SALT’s unique model of combining a profitable operating company with Bitcoin accumulation. The conversation covers the importance of Bitcoin-backed loans for liquidity and why "zero is the wrong number" for corporate Bitcoin exposure. They also explore the regulatory landscape and the path toward Bitcoin’s mass adoption as a global asset.Chapters: 00:33 - Current Bear Market00:52 - Hunter's Bitcoin Journey06:45 - Bitcoin as Payment Method08:36 - Bitcoin as Asset Class11:10 - Joining SALT Lending12:25 - Evolution of Bitcoin Lending16:44 - Combining Secured & Unsecured19:54 - What Market Segments?22:10 - Future of Bitcoin-Backed Lending25:05 - Bitcoin ETF Success?28:28 - Bitcoin as Collateral?32:25 - Stablecoins vs Banks?32:50 - AI Acceleration of Work36:52 - Checking AI Predictions39:04 - Future Evolution of Salt39:58 - Digital Credit PredictionsDISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of BTC Inc., Bitcoin Magazine, or any affiliated entities. This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Nothing contained in this show constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer to buy or sell any securities or financial instruments. Viewers should consult their own advisors before making financial or business decisions.

Frank Corva went from writing a Substack to standing in the White House press room as Bitcoin Magazine's correspondent in just four years. In this conversation with Brandon Green, Frank breaks down what really happened behind the scenes during the Trump administration's crypto summit, the political fight over developer protections in the CLARITY Act, and why stories from Bitcoin circular economies in South Africa and Kenya keep him going. He also shares candid bear market advice and explains why now is the time to contribute, not retreat. Trade Bitcoin's next move on Duelbits Predict — get 100% cashback on your first bet, up to $100. Bitcoin Magazine exclusive 👉https://duel.bz/BCM 🔶 Brandon Green - BTC Inc CEO 🔶 Frank Corva - Content Producer & Former Whitehouse Correspondent for Bitcoin Magazine Chapters: 0:00 Frank Corva's Viral White House Press Room Moment 2:00 From College Professor to Bitcoin Magazine's White House Correspondent 8:30 The First White House Crypto Summit: A Textbook Moment 14:00 The Samourai Wallet Case and Political Calculus Behind a Pardon 21:00 Grading the Trump Administration on Bitcoin Policy 28:00 Democrats, Developer Protections & the Fight Over the CLARITY Act 37:00 Luthando Bambi and the Story That Changed Everything 47:00 The Sovereign Stack: Nostr, Freedom Tech & a Global Renaissance 57:00 Bear Market Advice: Dollar Cost Averaging & Building Through the Downturn 1:07:00 Contribute, Connect & Follow Your North Star #Bitcoin #BitcoinMagazine #FrankCorva #BitcoinPolicy #WhiteHouse #BitcoinWhiteHouse #CLARITYAct #GENIUSAct #SamouraiWallet #BitcoinLegislation #StrategicBitcoinReserve #BitcoinBearMarket #DollarCostAveraging #FreedomTech #BitcoinEkasi #BitcoinAfrica #BitcoinHumanRights #Nostr #BitcoinCircularEconomy #BitcoinAdoption #GlobalSouth #DeveloperProtections #BitcoinConference #BitcoinPolicyInstitute #Fedi #OpenSource #BitcoinConference2026 #BrandonGreen #NewRenaissanceCapital #DeMinimis

Recorded live from the Bitcoin for Corporations X Space, our panelists dive deep into the rapidly evolving landscape of digital credit and corporate bitcoin treasuries. Explore how forward-thinking companies are moving beyond simple "HODLing" to integrate Bitcoin into their core operational and financial strategies. Hunter Albright: Chief Revenue Officer at SALT Lending, a pioneer in Bitcoin-backed loans and digital credit solutions since 2016. Garry Krugljakow: CEO of Aifinyo, the first major Bitcoin treasury company in the German-speaking region, focusing on B2B financial services. Scott Ellam: Founder and CEO of XCE (Connecting Excellence Group), a UK-based executive recruitment firm that has successfully integrated a Bitcoin treasury into a high-growth service business. In this episode, you’ll learn: The Shift to Digital Credit: Why Bitcoin is becoming the preferred collateral for a new generation of corporate loans and financial products. The "Hybrid" Business Model: How companies like Aifinyo and XCE use traditional cash-flowing operations to supercharge their Bitcoin accumulation. Hyper-Normalization: Why the integration of Bitcoin into "boring" industries like recruitment and invoicing is the key to mass corporate adoption. Treasury Resilience: How SMEs can leverage SALT’s lending services to access liquidity for OpEx and CapEx without ever selling their underlying Bitcoin. Chapters:00:00 – Introductions: Meeting the Leaders of Digital Credit05:30 – Insights from Strategy World: What’s Next for Corporate BTC?12:15 – Hunter Albright on the Evolution of Bitcoin Lending22:40 – Garry Krugljakow: Navigating the European Institutional Landscape35:10 – Scott Ellam: Building a Bitcoin-Aligned Operating Business48:25 – The Road to Vegas: Bitcoin for Corporations 2026 Connect with our guests on X: Hunter Albright: @SALTlending Garry Krugljakow: @aifinyo Scott Ellam: @XCE_Group Follow Bitcoin for Corporations:Stay updated on the latest in corporate Bitcoin strategy, research, and upcoming events in Las Vegas by following @BitcoinForCorps.

60 congressional staffers packed a room to hear why Bitcoin should be tax-free for everyday purchases. BPI joined a major Hill briefing on de minimis with Coinbase, Block, and River, drawing bipartisan interest from tax staffers who've never dealt with crypto lobbyists before. The team also unpacks the CoinCenter litigation setback, a quick win against Kentucky's self-custody threat, and why the stablecoin yield fight might need to wait. Ken Egan gives a geopolitical read on US-Iran tensions.🔶 Connect with Zack Shapiro on X: https://x.com/zackbshapiro🔶 Connect with Zack Cohen on X: https://x.com/zackcohen_🔶 Connect with Ken Egan on X: https://x.com/Bayman11771🔶 Learn more about the Bitcoin Policy Institute: https://www.btcpolicy.org/ Chapters: 0:00 — AI Agents & Agentic Commerce Moving the Needle on Bitcoin Tax 0:30 — Intro & Ken Egan's Sonnet vs Opus Controversy 2:48 — How to Use AI Effectively: Prompts, Skills & the Secret Sauce 8:34 — Using AI for School, Work & the Permanent Underclass 16:26 — BPI's Capitol Hill Briefing on Bitcoin De Minimis with Coinbase, Block & River 25:30 — US-Iran Tensions: Peace Deals, Strait of Hormuz & Military Deployments 34:52 — CoinCenter's Llewellyn Privacy Case Dismissed 47:21 — Kentucky Hardware Wallet Backdoor Legislation Walked Down 51:54 — Senate Stablecoin Yield Language & Banks vs Coinbase #Bitcoin #BitcoinPolicy #BPI #BitcoinPolicyInstitute #DeMinimis #BitcoinTax #Coinbase #Block #River #CapitolHill #BitcoinRegulation #StablecoinYield #GeniusAct #MarketStructure #BRCA #SelfCustody #HardwareWallet #TornadoCash #CoinCenter #BitcoinPrivacy #AIProductivity #Claude #AgenticCommerce #BitcoinNews #BlanchMemo #IRS #BitcoinConference #KenEgan #ZackShapiro #Iran #Geopolitics #BitcoinAdvocacy

The Iran conflict is sending global oil markets into crisis, and the ripple effects could trigger a geopolitical reset with massive implications for Bitcoin. In this episode of Bitcoin Policy Hour, Ken, Zack Shapiro, and host Zack Cohen break down Bitcoin's strategic role in U.S.-China competition, why Lightning Network is becoming the payment standard for AI agents, and the CFTC's precedent-setting no-action letter on non-custodial wallets. They also tackle Basel III's punitive 1,250% capital requirements for banks holding Bitcoin and the fight for a Bitcoin de minimis tax exemption on Capitol Hill. Click here to get 10% off bitcoin 2026 Conference in Las Vegas: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=YT10 🔶 Connect with Zack Shapiro on X: https://x.com/zackbshapiro 🔶 Connect with Zack Cohen on X: https://x.com/zackcohen_ 🔶 Connect with Ken Egan on X: https://x.com/Bayman11771 🔶 Learn more about the Bitcoin Policy Institute: https://www.btcpolicy.org/ Chapters: 0:00 - Cold Open: Energy, Civilization & the Global Oil Crisis 0:40 - Bitcoin in the Indo-Pacific 8:00 - Iran Conflict, Strait of Hormuz & the Energy Market Crisis 14:56 - Could U.S. Ground Forces Enter Iran? 18:40 - Finding Trustworthy Information on the Iran Conflict 21:43 - Lightning Network for AI Agent Payments: Lightning Labs Demo Day 27:10 - Why Bitcoin & Lightning Are Built for the Robots, Not Humans 32:28 - CFTC No-Action Letter on Phantom Wallet 39:23 - Sam Lyman Joins BPI & Basel III's 1,250% Capital Requirement Fight 48:39 - Bitcoin De Minimis Tax Exemption vs. Market Structure Legislation 55:01 - Section 1960, the BRCA & the Road Ahead for Bitcoin Policy #Bitcoin #BitcoinPolicy #BPI #BitcoinPolicyHour #LightningNetwork #AIagents #LightningLabs #CFTC #BaselIII #BitcoinTax #DeMinimis #BitcoinNationalSecurity #USChinaCompetition #IranConflict #OilCrisis #StraitOfHormuz #EnergyMarkets #NonCustodial #PhantomWallet #BitcoinBanking #FederalReserve #BitcoinRegulation #BRCA #BitcoinMining #Stablecoins #DigitalAssets #GeniusAct #BitcoinReserve #MonetaryPolicy #Geopolitics #SamLyman #DoombergEnergy #BitcoinAdoption #FreedomTech

Shone Anstey, Chairman and CEO of LQWD Technologies Corp, joins the Bitcoin for Corporations X Space to discuss how AI agents are creating explosive demand for the Lightning Network as the native payment rail of the internet. Shone breaks down why machines need instant, peer-to-peer micropayments, how LQWD is using Grok for channel rebalancing, the concept of agent identity on Bitcoin's mainchain, and why Lightning is the "eighth layer of the internet." He also shares insights on non-custodial Bitcoin yield for treasury companies, the parallels between today's AI boom and the 90s internet revolution, and what Treasury 2.0 looks like for Bitcoin operating companies. Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction & Welcome 02:00 – Shone's Open Cure Side Project and AI Passion 08:15 – From the 90s Internet to Bitcoin: Shone's Background 11:18 – Bitcoin as the Trust Protocol 14:41 – Why Lightning Beats Other Networks for AI Agents 17:24 – Bitcoin Treasury Companies Earn Non-Custodial Yield 27:15 – Onboarding AI Agents to Lightning 29:07 – Agent Identity on Bitcoin 37:17 – What the Future Looks Like for AI and Bitcoin 48:07 – Digital Credit, Treasury 2.0, and Closing Thoughts #Bitcoin #LightningNetwork #AIAgents #LQWD #BitcoinTreasury #AgenticWeb #Micropayments #Layer2 #BitcoinForCorporations #CryptoAI #Web3 #OpenSource #BitcoinYield #LightningPayments #MachineLearning #BitcoinAdoption #TrustProtocol #DigitalEconomy #Fintech #BitcoinMining