Brandon and Kate unpack a whirlwind week in crypto — from headlines about a potential Trump pardon for CZ, to whale flows rotating into BlackRock’s iBIT spot Bitcoin ETF, to the biggest takeaways from a16z’s latest State of Crypto report — and what all of it means for builders on Bitcoin and Stacks.

• 🎯 Rumors and realities around a Trump pardon for CZ (Changpeng Zhao)
• 🐋 Bitcoin whales moving funds into BlackRock’s iBIT ETF and what the flows signal
• 📊 a16z “State of Crypto” report: adoption curves, dev metrics, and infra trends
• 🏗️ Implications for Bitcoin L2s, sBTC, and the BTCFi stack
• 🧭 Market structure: liquidity, fees, and path-to-retail narratives
• 🧱 Stacks ecosystem context and how dual stacking fits this macro

• 00:00 — Intro and quick hits
• 01:30 — Trump/CZ: pardon chatter, legal context, market reaction
• 06:00 — What matters vs. what’s noise
• 09:30 — Whale rotations into iBIT: ETF flows, on-chain cues
• 14:30 — Reading ETF data: liquidity, spreads, and inflows
• 18:30 — a16z State of Crypto: key charts and signals
• 23:30 — Takeaways for Stacks, sBTC, and BTC L2 builders
• 27:30 — Closing thoughts and community notes

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In this episode of Good for Bitcoin, hosts Brandon Marshall and Kate Parkman discuss recent developments in the Bitcoin market, including a significant liquidation event, public companies increasing their Bitcoin holdings, and California's new legislation regarding unclaimed crypto assets. They also explore Stacks' partnership with the Pakistan government to build a blockchain innovation hub, the launch of Galaxy's new CeFi app, and Square's integration of Bitcoin into its payment systems. Additionally, they touch on the DOJ's seizure of Bitcoin from a major scam and the emergence of state-backed stable coins.

Takeaways

• The recent liquidation event was the largest in crypto history.
• Public companies are increasingly investing in Bitcoin as a treasury asset.
• California's new law protects unclaimed crypto assets from automatic liquidation.
• Stacks is partnering with Pakistan to foster blockchain innovation.
• Dual stacking on Stacks will allow users to earn yield on Bitcoin.
• Square's integration of Bitcoin will reduce transaction fees for merchants.
• The DOJ's seizure of Bitcoin highlights the ongoing battle against crypto scams.
• Kalshi's partnership with Pith will enhance prediction markets with real-time data.
• North Dakota is testing its own stable coin to improve financial transactions.
• Mr. Beast's potential Bitcoin banking initiative could attract a new audience to crypto.

In this episode of Good for Bitcoin, hosts Brandon and Kate discuss their transition to independence, their new roles with Stacks Labs, and the importance of authentic storytelling in crypto marketing. They cover significant news in the Bitcoin ecosystem, including public companies' Bitcoin holdings, Tether's treasury expansion, and the implications of the US Treasury's guidance on unrealized gains. The conversation also touches on the UK's largest Bitcoin seizure and the resurgence of Zcash as a privacy-focused cryptocurrency.

Takeaways

• The show goes independent
• Brandon and Kate are excited to explore more stories in the Bitcoin ecosystem.
• Authentic storytelling is crucial in crypto marketing.
• Public companies are increasing their Bitcoin holdings significantly.
• Tether's treasury now includes 8,888 BTC, reflecting their strategy on hard assets.
• The UK has seized a significant amount of Bitcoin linked to a Ponzi scheme.
• Zcash is gaining attention as a privacy-focused alternative to Bitcoin.
• The importance of community engagement in growing the Bitcoin ecosystem.
• The hosts express gratitude to Trust Machines for their support during the transition.
• There's a renewed energy in the Bitcoin community with upcoming developments.

In this episode of Good for Bitcoin, Brandon and Kate are joined by Charlie, a Bitcoin mining expert, to discuss the ongoing drama surrounding Luke Dashjr, Ocean Mining, and the implications of arbitrary data on the Bitcoin network. The conversation delves into the centralization of mining, the controversies surrounding ordinals, and the potential future of Bitcoin amidst debates on censorship and hard forks. Charlie provides insights into the technical aspects of Bitcoin, the challenges faced by developers, and the importance of community engagement in shaping the future of the network.

Takeaways

• Charlie is a Bitcoin mining expert and co-founder of BlockSpace Media.
• Luke Dashjr has a long history in Bitcoin development and has been a controversial figure.
• Ocean Mining was created to address centralization in Bitcoin mining pools.
• The debate over arbitrary data on Bitcoin is ongoing and complex.
• Censorship and filtering of data on Bitcoin is a contentious issue.
• The future of Bitcoin may involve hard forks and changes in community dynamics.
• Understanding the difference between mining software and node software is crucial.
• The Bitcoin community needs better communication and engagement.
• The importance of user adoption in resolving Bitcoin's challenges.
• Charlie emphasizes the need for experimentation and innovation in the Bitcoin space.

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In this episode of Good for Bitcoin, hosts Brandon and Kate discuss various topics surrounding Bitcoin, including the latest developments in meme coins and significant acquisitions in the Bitcoin space. They also delve into Vitalik's article on low-risk DeFi, emerging Bitcoin layers, and Cloudflare's new payment protocol, wrapping up with reflections on the future of digital finance.

Takeaways

• Meme coins are gaining traction with new token support.
• Acquisitions in the Bitcoin sector are on the rise.
• Vitalik's article highlights the need for low-risk DeFi.
• Bitcoin is seen as the safest asset for investment.
• Emerging layers on Bitcoin are creating new opportunities.
• Cloudflare's payment protocol could revolutionize online transactions.
• The importance of integrating Bitcoin with new technologies.
• The community is eager for more transparency in meme coin metrics.
• The conversation emphasizes the need for responsible innovation in crypto.

In this episode, Brandon and Kate discuss the latest developments in the Bitcoin ecosystem, including the rise of Bitcoin DeFi, the performance of Nakamoto stock, and the implications of recent SEC decisions on crypto ETFs. They also touch on global economic factors such as interest rate cuts and the impact of biometric regulations in Vietnam, highlighting the importance of self-custody in the crypto space.

Takeaways

• Bitcoin DeFi is gaining traction on social media.
• Coinbase has launched a new lending product.
• Nakamoto stock has experienced a significant drop.
• The SEC's approval of new ETF standards could lead to more crypto ETFs.
• Thailand has introduced a 0% capital gains tax on crypto.
• Self-custody is crucial in the current banking landscape.
• Interest rate cuts are affecting global markets.
• The Bitcoin ecosystem is seeing quality of life improvements.
• Nakamoto is competing with other Bitcoin treasury companies.
• Bitcoin finality is a unique property of the Stacks ecosystem.

In this episode of Good for Bitcoin, hosts Brandon Marshall and Kate discuss the latest developments in the Bitcoin ecosystem, including public company investments, technological advancements, and emerging trends in regulation and accessibility. They emphasize the importance of Bitcoin in connecting people and the ongoing innovations that make it more accessible to the general public. The conversation also touches on new stablecoin developments and the future outlook for Bitcoin.

Takeaways

• Bitcoin teaches us to be skeptical of headlines.
• Bitcoin connects people regardless of their beliefs.
• The show has a new website for easier access.
• Exciting updates are coming to the Leather app.
• The Zeali campaign had significant on-chain activity.
• Public companies are increasingly investing in Bitcoin.
• Kyrgyzstan is exploring a state crypto reserve.
• The removal of the SBTC cap opens new opportunities.
• EasyJet is launching an easy Bitcoin app for accessibility.
• A new regulated stablecoin is being introduced by Tether.

In this episode of Good for Bitcoin, Brandon and Kate discuss the latest developments in the Bitcoin ecosystem, including insights from the Stacks Bitcoin DeFi webinar, public company Bitcoin holdings, emerging Bitcoin treasury companies, and the impact of Bitcoin mining on country holdings. They also delve into a report on business Bitcoin adoption, River's Bitcoin services, Polymarket's regulatory approval, and a new Hollywood movie about Bitcoin. The episode concludes with a discussion on the SEC's message erasure controversy and upcoming campaigns in the Bitcoin space.

Takeaways

• The Stacks Bitcoin DeFi webinar provided valuable insights into liquidity and onboarding challenges.
• Public companies are increasingly accumulating Bitcoin, with MetaPlanet and Strategy leading the way.
• Emerging Bitcoin treasury companies are poised to play a significant role in the ecosystem.
• Bitcoin mining is a quiet way for countries to accumulate Bitcoin without drawing attention.
• Business Bitcoin adoption is surging, with many companies integrating Bitcoin into their balance sheets.
• River offers automated Bitcoin purchasing and interest-earning features for users.
• Polymarket's regulatory approval marks a significant milestone for the platform in the US market.
• A Hollywood movie titled 'Killing Satoshi' is set to explore the mystery of Bitcoin's creator.
• The SEC's erasure of messages during a critical period raises concerns about transparency and accountability.
• The Zealy STX DeFi campaign is concluding, with insights expected on user engagement and retention.