Swan Signal - A Bitcoin Podcast

Trump–Elon “Breakup”: The show kicks off with the high-profile political and cultural split between Donald Trump and Elon Musk. The hosts speculate whether the split was coordinated to help Elon politically, and explore what it says about naive techno-optimism in politics versus the hard constraints of monetary and fiscal reality.“Nothing Stops This Train” Theme: Echoing Lynn Alden and Luke Gromen, the crew reaffirms that the U.S. fiscal path is locked into deficit and debt expansion. Cutting entitlements or defense is politically impossible, and the only off-ramp might be a miraculous AI-driven productivity boom—which is unlikely to come fast enough.Bitcoin as the Hedge: Elon's blind spot may be failing to recognize that broken money, not governance inefficiency, is the core problem. The team discusses how Bitcoin fits as the solution—an asset to protect against monetary debasement and fiscal irresponsibility.Bitcoin Treasury Companies: A major segment explores the rise of corporate entities accumulating Bitcoin via debt and equity markets. The panel rebuts concerns that this resembles the ICO mania of 2017, arguing that debt levels are low, strategies are sound, and this trend is still early.AI and The Fourth Turning: Brady and the team expand on the societal impact of rapid technological change, combining AI, institutional decline, and Bitcoin adoption into a transformative fourth turning moment.Swan Private and Client Stories: They wrap with a heartfelt story about helping a client stay convicted during the FTX collapse, illustrating Swan Private's mission of hands-on, relationship-driven Bitcoin education and wealth preservation. Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private. Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.

Swan Signal Live – Episode Recap (May 17, 2025)Title: “All-Time High Week: Bitcoin Blasts to $111K, LBE Stocks Surge, and the Debt Train Rolls On”Guests: Brady Swenson, Alex Stanczyk, Steven Lubka, John Haar (Swan Private)

1. 500K Bitcoin Predictions & Market SentimentThe crew discussed the recent wave of bullish sentiment led by industry voices like Adam Back, Bitfinex analysts, and Vibes Capital. Adam Back predicts $500K–$1M this cycle, while Vibes Capital cites $100B in anticipated corporate treasury demand plus potential U.S. government Bitcoin buys. With consistent ETF inflows, particularly BlackRock's IBIT, and support levels holding near $100K, sentiment is peaking.2. Treasury Demand & Speculative Attack NarrativeMicroStrategy's playbook is now being followed by a growing list of public firms using debt and equity to acquire Bitcoin. The panel emphasized this as a "speculative attack" on fiat—unlocking Bitcoin exposure for capital pools that can't hold spot BTC directly. With more than 500,000 BTC already under corporate control, the race is on.3. Coinbase Hack: $400M FalloutA major hack at Coinbase leaked sensitive customer data (names, addresses, partial SSNs, balances, and IDs). While no private keys were exposed, the breach raised concerns about platform risk. The team praised Coinbase's $20M bounty offer but reiterated the importance of security hygiene and moving to self-custody solutions like Swan Vault.4. Digital Scarcity & FT FiascoFinancial Times drew ire for downplaying Bitcoin's innovation, comparing it to teeth. The panel explained how Bitcoin solved digital scarcity using proof-of-work and decentralized consensus. Lynn Alden's and Pierre Rochard's responses underscored the persistent misunderstanding from legacy media.5. Macroeconomics & Treasury PolicyThe group reviewed new U.S. spending legislation further widening deficits—echoing the "Nothing Stops This Train" meme. Tariff-driven inflation, CPI surprises, and Walmart's price hikes were also covered, with mixed views on future inflation trajectories.6. Global Adoption & Corporate MomentumRecent sovereign and institutional moves included Chinese and Indian firms acquiring BTC, 21.co's big buy, and Abu Dhabi's sovereign fund adding exposure. Meanwhile, Swan's own CIO Ben Workman emphasized the moral and fiduciary pressure mounting on corporate leaders to explore Bitcoin treasuries. Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private. Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.

In this high-energy episode, Steven Lubka joins Swan Signal Live to discuss the resurgence of Bitcoin, macroeconomic shifts, and the rise of vibes-driven investing. Bitcoin surged over 30% in the past month, breaking above $103K amid easing U.S.-China trade tensions and a “wait and see” stance from the Federal Reserve. Lubka and the hosts break down how Bitcoin is thriving as both a risk-on asset and a safe haven in a volatile economic environment.They explore the emergence of leveraged Bitcoin equities — with companies like 21.co, Strive, and BTC Inc. launching MicroStrategy-style acquisition vehicles. Michael Saylor's use of AI for novel financial instruments, including perpetual dividend products, is also highlighted.State-level Bitcoin adoption accelerates: New Hampshire authorizes a strategic Bitcoin reserve (up to 5% of state funds), Missouri eliminates state capital gains tax (including for Bitcoin), and Arizona passes limited digital asset legislation. Light-hearted moments include celebrating a Villanova grad becoming the new Pope, and Steak ‘n Shake preparing to accept Bitcoin payments.From market analysis to memes and sunlight-fueled asset management, the show delivers sharp insights with signature Swan humor and energy.Macro Environment UpdateBitcoin up over 30% in 30 days, now above $103K.Fed adopts a “wait and see” stance amid tariffs and economic uncertainty.Signs of de-escalation in US-China trade tensions and emerging UK trade deals.The market is reacting positively, with Bitcoin outpacing the S&P 500.Bitcoin as Dual-Threat AssetSteven highlights Bitcoin's unique position as both a risk-on growth asset and a hedge against economic upheaval.Bitcoin's performance decoupling from traditional equities is becoming more visible.Rise of Leveraged Bitcoin EquitiesSeveral entities (e.g., Strive, 21.co, BTC Inc.) launching MicroStrategy-style SPACs and Bitcoin acquisition vehicles.Michael Saylor's innovative use of AI for financial engineering detailed in a behind-the-scenes segment.Strategic Bitcoin Reserve AdoptionNew Hampshire becomes the first U.S. state to authorize a Bitcoin strategic reserve (up to 5% of state funds).Missouri scraps state capital gains tax (including on Bitcoin).Arizona's weaker digital assets fund legislation discussed.Fun & CultureCelebration of a Villanova grad becoming Pope.Steak 'n Shake to accept Bitcoin — potential next corporate treasury candidate?JD Vance announced as speaker at the Bitcoin 2025 Vegas conference.Steven Lubka's upcoming panel: “Bitcoin's Intersection of Health, Wealth, and Sunlight”. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app. Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private. Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.

MicroStrategy's Vision: A landmark two-hour earnings call revealed MSTR's intensified strategy, expanding the “21/21 Plan” to a 42/42 Plan, doubling their equity and fixed income issuance goal to $42B each.Bitcoin Outperforming Tech: BTC has outpaced major tech stocks, decoupling from Nasdaq and S&P 500. The team discusses why Bitcoin is now seen as digital gold, not a speculative tech asset.The Rise of Bitcoin Treasuries: MSTR's creative debt and equity strategies — including STRIKE and STRIFE — aim to unlock trillions in institutional capital. Saylor's push for credit ratings could supercharge access to global fixed income markets.Macro Analysis: John Haar explains why traditional valuations in tech are maxed out, while Bitcoin remains undervalued and insulated from trade tensions and sovereign risk.Bitcoin as Outside Money: Steven Lubka shares a historical lens on Bitcoin reintroducing the “outside option” — a true escape from politically controlled fiat systems.Nation-State Game Theory: The panel contemplates how Bitcoin fits into sovereign strategy and why it's becoming an unavoidable discussion in geopolitics and macroeconomics. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app. Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private. Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.

Main Topics:This week's episode of Swan Signal Live delivers a powerful mix of Bitcoin analysis, macroeconomic insights, and a dose of Swan-inspired creatine meme lore. The team dives into the ongoing “creatine craze” sparked by Brandon Quittem, which made waves even at institutional events like the Bitwise conference. Then it's all business—Bitcoin's 10K+ weekly price rally is dissected, especially in contrast to traditional markets like the S&P 500, which are still reeling.The conversation intensifies as the hosts break down a pivotal speech by Bessent from the Trump administration on reforming global financial institutions and pushing back against IMF “mission creep.” The big picture? A strategic reordering of the global monetary system with Bitcoin emerging as a vital asset in this uncertain landscape.Key Insights:Bitcoin has decoupled meaningfully from traditional assets, outperforming the S&P 500 amid macro turbulence.The Trump pivot—marked by a shift from Lutnick to Bessent—may have sparked the current market rebound.Twenty One Capital's emergence, backed by Tether and SoftBank, positions it as a major MicroStrategy competitor, validating Sailor's playbook and possibly fueling institutional FOMO.Fascinating discussion on post-halving Bitcoin cycles and how macroeconomic forces now overshadow supply-driven patterns.A sci-fi-tinged look at the future of human and AI integration, ethics, and the value of Bitcoin in an increasingly weird and tech-driven world.  Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app. Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private. Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.

Macro Markets Update: John Haar notes markets have stabilized this week after recent volatility, driven largely by significant global trade and monetary reforms initiated by the Trump administration. Haar emphasizes the complexity and potential hurdles these reforms face, including public perception and economic disruptions.Global Trade and Tariff Impacts: Discussion on the administration's rapid tariff policy adjustments, the potential impacts on equities and treasury yields, and the need for clearer policy direction to sustain market confidence.Bitcoin Market: Steven Lubka and Jason Bassett highlight Bitcoin's relative strength despite broader market turbulence. Liquidity conditions and potential governmental Bitcoin purchases could significantly drive price appreciation.Federal Reserve and Interest Rates: The panel debates the Fed's stance on inflation and interest rates, criticizing Jerome Powell's historically reactive policy decisions. They argue tariffs aren't inherently inflationary beyond a one-time price adjustment, suggesting the Fed should consider rate cuts.Bit Bonds and Bitcoin Integration: Exploration of "Bit Bonds," proposed Bitcoin-linked government bonds. While appealing conceptually, the panel agrees widespread adoption faces significant hurdles, particularly for sovereign issuers, but may hold potential for corporate or local government entities.Bitcoin Mining and Environment: Addressing ongoing misinformation, the panel highlights Bitcoin mining's environmental benefits, especially methane capture at gas flaring sites. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app. Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private. Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.

In this episode, the Swan team dives into the week's tumultuous markets, triggered by escalating tariff tensions between the US and China. With sweeping tariff announcements initially roiling equities, a sudden pivot by the administration briefly stabilized stock prices—yet concerns remain about stress in market “plumbing,” particularly negative swap spreads and rising bond yields. The discussion highlights how quickly financial conditions can shift, forcing the Federal Reserve's hand toward potential liquidity measures or yield curve control.On the Bitcoin front, the hosts note that BTC's performance has diverged notably from equities and other risk assets, signaling that institutional involvement—and global macro uncertainty—may be ushering in a new era for Bitcoin. They also explore rumors of Russia and China conducting energy trades in BTC, plus the potential of a US “Strategic Bitcoin Reserve,” as nation-states weigh the benefits of a neutral reserve asset. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app. Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private. Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.

This week's Swan Signal Live unpacks a major market anomaly: on a day when the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and gold all dropped sharply, Bitcoin stayed strong—even ticking up. The team explores whether we're witnessing the early stages of a true decoupling, as more voices from TradFi, including Joe Weisenthal and Larry Fink, acknowledge Bitcoin's resilience.They also dive into Trump's new tariff strategy, branded “Liberation Day,” raising questions about trade math, inflation, and how tariffs could play into broader economic negotiations. While some call the plan misguided, the crew sees it as a blunt but intentional negotiation tactic—one that may pair with interest rate cuts to boost markets before the midterms.The show also calls out Galaxy Digital's shady Terra Luna dealings, with Novogratz dumping $100M worth of Luna while publicly promoting it. It's a clear reminder of why Swan stays Bitcoin only—to protect investors from altcoin pump-and-dumps.On Jack Dorsey's claim that Bitcoin will “fail” if it doesn't become a medium of exchange, the team pushes back. Bitcoin is following a natural monetary evolution: first a collectible, then a store of value, and eventually, a medium of exchange—driven not by consumers, but businesses who want to be paid in Bitcoin.Finally, they react to Tom Lee's $150K BTC prediction by year-end. Some see it as a floor, not a ceiling—especially if the U.S. adopts the Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Act. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app. Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private. Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.

In this power-packed Swan Signal Live episode, the team unpacks one of the most explosive corporate Bitcoin developments since MicroStrategy: GameStop's $1.3 billion raise—possibly growing to $1.5B—for “general corporate purposes”… and potentially Bitcoin.Ben Workman breaks down why this move makes strategic sense and how GameStop could become the second-largest public holder of BTC, right behind MicroStrategy. The crew explores what this means for corporate adoption, meme stock mania colliding with Bitcoin, and the critical importance of “showing, not telling” when it comes to deploying capital.Key themes include:The macro impact of corporate treasury adoption, especially if GME commits fully.Why retail investor overlap between Bitcoin and GME could amplify the movement.Lessons from MicroStrategy's playbook: leverage, conviction, and media transparency.The psychological and market hurdles still to clear—skepticism remains until GME acts.Why the U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve is still in the “show me” phase—and why that might not last long.Sober thoughts on youth disillusionment, inflation, and why Bitcoin remains a beacon of hope. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app. Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private. Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.

In this high-energy episode of Swan Signal Live, the team dives into an action-packed week of Bitcoin and macro news. Steven kicks things off celebrating a hard-fought victory in Bitcoin Bugle's “March Maxi Madness,” but the real meat of the show comes with analysis of the Fed's dovish tone, Trump's tariff plans, and growing signals of U.S. Bitcoin accumulation.Key Topics Covered:Fed Meeting Recap: John Haar lays out the Fed's latest economic projections, highlighting Powell's repeated emphasis on “uncertainty.” Despite fears of recession, the Fed held steady, signaling potential cuts while factoring in retaliatory tariffs.Tariff Strategy & Trump's Playbook: Steven and Brady explore Trump's “Liberation Day” narrative, arguing that tariffs are part of a broader negotiation strategy. Steven suggests markets may have overreacted—and that April 2 could bring upside surprises.Bitcoin's Unshaken Fundamentals: Despite market choppiness, the Bitcoin network is stronger than ever—rising M2, resilient hash rate, and clear bullish signals from Washington, including Bo Hines' statement: “We're going to acquire as much Bitcoin as we can.”Why Isn't Price Reflecting Fundamentals? The crew breaks down the disconnect: low institutional belief in government Bitcoin strategy, short-term correlation with traditional markets, and investor misunderstanding of BTC's long-term value.New MicroStrategy Product (STRF): John explains the latest yield-bearing financial instrument from MicroStrategy, tailored for conservative investors. It shows how Sailor continues innovating to acquire more BTC using creative capital market tools. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app. Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private. Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.

In a historic moment for Bitcoin, Swan Signal Live brought together Lynn Alden, Ben Workman, and the Swan team to break down the U.S. government's newly established Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR). The conversation highlighted the White House executive order, which cements Bitcoin—not crypto—as a strategic asset.Key Takeaways:Bitcoin Stockpile: The U.S. government will stop selling confiscated Bitcoin and maintain its holdings, signaling Bitcoin's increasing importance in national reserves.Bitcoin, Not Crypto: The order explicitly separates Bitcoin from other cryptocurrencies like XRP and Ethereum, reinforcing Bitcoin's unique status.Potential Purchases: The Treasury and Commerce Departments are tasked with exploring budget-neutral ways to accumulate more Bitcoin without needing Congressional approval.Nation-State Adoption Race: This move pressures other countries to consider Bitcoin reserves, with experts speculating that sovereign accumulation may already be happening behind the scenes.Market Reaction: Despite the significance, Bitcoin's price remained relatively stable, as the market had anticipated such a move.Broader Implications:State-Level Bitcoin Reserves? With Texas and Florida considering similar measures, this could set off a domino effect among U.S. states.MicroStrategy & Corporate Adoption: Companies like MicroStrategy continue innovating with leveraged Bitcoin strategies, and this move could normalize Bitcoin treasury strategies for corporations.Bitcoin's Cultural Shift: As nation-states and institutions enter the space, Bitcoin's cypherpunk roots may evolve, but its decentralized design remains resilient. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app. Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private. Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.

The crew tackled Bitcoin's recent dip to 78k. They opened with a cheerful nod to the dip as a “soul-cleansing” buying opportunity, reflecting their seasoned perspective after years of volatility, including the 2020 COVID crash that birthed the show. They emphasized that Bitcoin's long-term thesis remains unshaken despite the 20-25% drop from its 108k peak, aligning it with broader market pullbacks in stocks like Nvidia and Tesla. Vijay Boyapati's insights framed the dip as typical bull market chop, while charts showed historical cycles and an “air pocket” suggesting a possible test of 72k. The crew debunked short-term fears tied to tariffs and a questionable GDP estimate, highlighting BlackRock's portfolio nod to Bitcoin as a bullish fundamental. They also celebrated the collapse of meme coin mania, citing the Trump coin peak and Milei scandal as turning points, contrasting Bitcoin's enduring value with crypto's scams. Through it all, they urged education, recurring buys, and resilience, reinforcing Bitcoin's role as a long-term hedge against fiat decay, not a quick-rich scheme. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app. Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private. Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.

The crew kicks off with playful jabs about a recent game, musing if Canada could become the 51st U.S. state for its hockey flair and tariff-free maple syrup. The conversation swiftly pivots to Bitcoin, where the crew dives into market trends, spotlighting a chart from analyst Tur Demeester showing Bitcoin's four-year holding pattern against gold, primed for an "epic" rally. They debate gold's role as Bitcoin's closest cousin, its price trends, and a potential Fort Knox audit hyped by Trump and Musk. The crew unpacks bullish signals like the MVRV ratio, institutional moves (e.g., GameStop eyeing a Bitcoin treasury), and Michael Saylor's CPAC rallying cry tying Bitcoin to freedom. They tackle price suppression chatter, the Bybit hack's market ripple, and bold ideas like BitBonds to tackle the U.S. debt spiral—though the crew doubts its near-term odds. Wrapping up, they skewer meme coin flops like Milei's Libra and celebrate Fold's NASDAQ debut as a Bitcoin-only win. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

Swan Signal Live covered major Bitcoin developments, headlined by Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund disclosing a $437M Bitcoin ETF position and Wisconsin's pension fund investing $321M in Bitcoin ETFs. State Street and Citibank announced plans to launch crypto custody services, marking another step in Bitcoin's institutional integration. The hosts discussed the mempool clearing for the first time in two years, suggesting Bitcoin's current primary use as a store of value rather than a payment system. They also covered CPI data showing 3% inflation, Ray Dalio's comments on gold and Bitcoin as portfolio diversifiers, and noted that nine companies now have market caps exceeding $1 trillion. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

In this episode of Swan Signal Live, the hosts discuss recent developments in the Bitcoin space. They analyze David Sachs' press conference regarding the potential U.S. Bitcoin Strategic Reserve, noting his repeated use of "Bitcoin reserve" rather than "digital assets." The conversation shifts to Trump's economic vision, including plans for a U.S. sovereign wealth fund modeled after Norway's approach. They explore how Norway has leveraged its natural resources and now has indirect Bitcoin exposure through investments in companies like MicroStrategy. The hosts also discuss the Czech Republic's new policy eliminating capital gains tax on Bitcoin holdings after three years, viewing it as part of a growing trend of nations competing for Bitcoin-holding citizens. The episode concludes with discussion of a controversial DOJ argument claiming money isn't property, highlighting the contrast between government and market-based monetary systems. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

The latest Swan Signal Live episode covered major developments in Bitcoin and markets, including Trump's new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, which caused some market volatility but saw quick recovery. A significant focus was Trump's executive order on digital assets, which prohibited CBDCs, protected individual rights to participate in blockchain networks, and proposed a national digital asset stockpile. The hosts discussed positive regulatory developments including Powell's comments on banks serving crypto customers and important changes to banking rules (SAB 121 repeal and FASB changes). The episode concluded with observations about Bitcoin's continued dominance over other cryptocurrencies and Swan Bitcoin's announcement of an upcoming Bitcoin rewards credit card. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

The latest episode of Swan Signal Live recapped a busy week for the Swan team, including a successful event in New York featuring Bitcoin thought leaders like Lynn Alden and Tad Smith. The crew discussed Bitcoin's strong price movement alongside equities, driven by cooling inflation data and expectations of future Federal Reserve rate cuts. They explored the potential impact of regulatory changes, such as the repeal of SAB 121, on corporate Bitcoin adoption and how broader financial trends could influence Bitcoin's role as a store of value. The team also speculated on the possible actions of the incoming U.S. administration, including Bitcoin-related executive orders or strategic reserve announcements. Wrapping up, the crew highlighted Swan Private's services for high-net-worth Bitcoin investors and looked ahead to an exciting 2025 for Bitcoin and Swan. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

In this episode of Swan Signal Live, the crew dives into topics shaping Bitcoin and the broader economy. They reflect on the anniversary of Bitcoin's first transaction between Satoshi and Hal Finney, celebrating Bitcoin's transformative history. Discussions explore the macroeconomic impact of inflation targets, fiscal dominance, and shifting Federal Reserve policies, highlighting Bitcoin's role as a hedge in an increasingly uncertain financial landscape. The crew also examines Bitcoin ETFs' explosive growth and their implications for adoption. Throughout, they emphasize the systemic challenges of fiat money and advocate for Bitcoin's potential to empower individuals globally. Catch this lively and insightful discussion for a deep dive into Bitcoin's past, present, and future. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

In this Swan Signal Live episode, the crew reflected on 2024 and took some shots at predicting 2025. They broke down Bitcoin's killer performance - up 121% in 2024, crushing most other assets. The guys dug into a photo of Eric Trump with Michael Saylor at Mar-a-Lago, suggesting the Trump family is seriously warming up to Bitcoin. They debated odds of a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve under a potential Trump administration, throwing out 40-80% probability estimates. The crew's 2025 price predictions were spicy - most seeing $200-250k as likely, with a 10% shot at $1M if certain dominoes fall. They riffed on Bitcoin's evolution from hardcore believers to mainstream adoption, comparing it to how the printing press went mainstream historically. The show wrapped noting Bitcoin's sweet 16 and teasing Swan's upcoming Bitcoin rewards credit card dropping in Q2 2025. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

In this Swan Signal Live episode, the panel discussed Bitcoin's price pullback from $107k to $97k following Fed comments, viewing it as a normal bull market correction. They explored rumors of the UAE accumulating over 300,000 BTC ahead of potential US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve announcements, suggesting more nations may follow. The conversation covered evolving military technology and Bitcoin's role in future conflicts, noting a shift toward autonomous and cyber warfare. The hosts debated the future relationship between Bitcoin and fiat currencies, with most seeing long-term coexistence rather than complete replacement. The episode concluded with Swan announcing their new Bitcoin rewards credit card, set to launch in Q2 2025. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

The crew discussed major shifts happening in Bitcoin adoption and policy. They highlighted former CFTC Chairman Chris Giancarlo's compelling case for Bitcoin as digital gold, noting his observation that while banks have failed, the internet remains undefeated. Much of the conversation focused on the potential U.S. Bitcoin Strategic Reserve, with Eric Trump's recent speech reinforcing his father's commitment to making it happen – and other countries and states following suit. The political landscape is shifting dramatically, with over 250 pro-crypto candidates winning House seats while key anti-crypto figures lost their races. They wrapped up examining Ray Dalio's evolving stance on Bitcoin and Safe Ammous's sharp appearance on CNBC's Squawk Box where he broke down Bitcoin's monetary advantages in clear terms. The crew's consensus? Things are moving fast, and Bitcoin's future is looking bright. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

In a recent Bitcoin podcast discussion, the crew analyzed Bitcoin's milestone of reaching $100,000, highlighted by supportive statements from Federal Reserve Chair Powell, Putin, and Trump within 24 hours. Powell's comparison of Bitcoin to gold rather than the dollar was seen as a significant shift in institutional recognition. The crew examined MicroStrategy's convertible bond strategy, now being replicated by other companies, while raising concerns about potential risks for late adopters attempting similar approaches.The crew debated whether Bitcoin would continue experiencing traditional 80% market crashes, with some arguing that institutional and nation-state buyers might prevent such deep downturns. Key statistics revealed that missing just two best trading days annually would result in -5.9% returns versus 12,000% for holding, emphasizing the importance of long-term investment. As Bitcoin becomes the seventh largest global asset, the crew shared mixed predictions about reaching $1 million by 2025, though many agreed that gold parity (around $500,000) could be achievable with strategic reserve adoption. The consensus viewed this as a crucial transition period for Bitcoin from a speculative asset to an established store of value. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

Join the Swan Bitcoin team as they discuss Bitcoin nearing $100,000 and its broader implications. They delve into MicroStrategy's gains under Michael Saylor, Bitcoin's potential to address economic inequality, and its role as a global store of value. The hosts reflect on Bitcoin's mission to create systemic change, institutional interest in Bitcoin treasury strategies, and the idea of a US Bitcoin reserve. This episode captures a pivotal moment in Bitcoin's journey while offering insights into its economic, social, and technological impact. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

Brady, Brandon, John, and Steven discuss a potential Strategic Bitcoin Reserve legislation, implications of Political appointments and a Bitcoin-friendly administration, and Bitcoin price action and market dynamics. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

This Swan Signal podcast discussed major Bitcoin developments following Trump's election win. Key points included:Bitcoin hitting new all-time highs around $77,000Discussion of potential "super cycle" with $800k-850k price targetsAnalysis of Trump administration's likely pro-Bitcoin policies, including a Strategic Bitcoin ReserveSignificance of the Lummis bill and possibility of US government Bitcoin purchasesRecord inflows into Bitcoin ETFs post-electionDiscussion of Fed policy and potential new Treasury Secretary Scott BesantOverall sentiment that Bitcoin adoption is entering a new phase with mainstream acceptance, ETF access, and potential government supportThe hosts expressed optimism about Bitcoin's outlook while acknowledging these developments mark a significant shift from previous cycles. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

In this Swan Signal Live episode, the hosts discussed the historic implications of Trump's election victory for Bitcoin. They highlighted how Elizabeth Warren's "war on crypto" has effectively ended, with pro-crypto candidates winning across Congress. The hosts emphasized Trump's promises, including creating a strategic Bitcoin reserve and freeing Ross Ulbricht. The second half featured the creators of Tuttle Twins, discussing their Bitcoin-focused educational cartoon episodes, including their latest release about CBDCs. The hosts noted this election marks a significant shift in Bitcoin's political acceptance, with bipartisan support growing and regulatory risks diminishing. The episode concluded with discussions about teaching children about Bitcoin and sound money principles. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

In this Swan Signal Live episode, Lawrence Lepard joined Brady and John to discuss Bitcoin in politics ahead of Election Day. They reviewed how Bitcoin entered mainstream political discourse in 2024, including Trump's promises at the Nashville Bitcoin conference and bipartisan support for crypto legislation. The conversation focused heavily on America's dire fiscal situation, with Lepard expressing concern about unsustainable debt levels and potential currency crisis. They discussed how the current debt-to-GDP ratio mirrors post-WWII levels but lacks the same demographic and growth advantages. Lepard also teased his upcoming book aimed at explaining monetary problems and Bitcoin solutions to average Americans. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

In this episode of Swan Signal Live, hosts Brady Swenson and John Harr discuss various Bitcoin-related topics with guests Steven Lubka and Isaiah Douglas from Swan Bitcoin. The crew talks MicroStrategy's plan to raise $42 billion to buy more Bitcoin, the potential impact of the U.S. presidential election on Bitcoin's price, and the Florida CFO's push for a state Bitcoin reserve. They also compare MicroStrategy's Bitcoin holdings to Coinbase's and discuss Goldman Sachs' research on gold and its relevance to Bitcoin. Start buying your first Bitcoin in just minutes, with no fees on your first $10k. Search "Swan Bitcoin" in your app store or visit swan.com/app.Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Secure your BItcoin in a multisignature vault that requires 2 of 3 keys to access. You hold two keys for complete control, but you don't have to go it along. Learn more at swan.com/vault.Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin.

Sam sits down with Bitcoin authors Eric Yakes and Allen Farrington, to chat about the current and future outlook of Bitcoin and venture investing in the space.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Eric: https://x.com/ericyakesConnect with Allen: https://x.com/allenf312Timestamps:00:00:00 “Swan Signal Live” Intro00:00:28 “Marathon Digital Holdings”00:00:50 “Cloaked Wireless”00:01:16 Introducing Allen and Eric00:02:45 BTC Prague Recap00:03:45 Bitcoin Venture Investing00:10:24 “Timing” in Investing00:17:48 Lightning Network: Misconceptions and Realities00:26:20 Focusing on the Bitcoin Ecosystem00:30:41 Bitcoin as Collateral: Future Financial Services00:33:16 “Fiat is Highly Regarded”00:35"49 Bitcoin-Venture-Investing00:39:06 Large Institutions Custodying Bitcoin00:49:59 Euro-Cup Recap00:53:06 Trump speaking at the Bitcoin Conference00:58:01 How to connect with Allen and Eric00:59:08 “Pacific Bitcoin Festival”00:59:30 “Pleb Party Nashville” Connect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam, Vijay, and Brady review all the events of Q2 2024, discuss where we are in this bull cycle, and make predictions on where we may be headed next quarter and beyond.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Brady: https://x.com/CitizenBitcoinConnect with Vijay: https://x.com/real_vijayTimestamps:00:00:00 “Swan Signal” Intro00:01:06 “Cloaked Wireless”00:01:30 “Pacific Bitcoin Festival”00:02:10 Introducing Vijay Boyapati and Sam Callahan00:02:38 Game Theory in American Politics: Trump's Support for Bitcoin00:08:26 Political Capture of Bitcoin: Impact on US Elections00:17:27 Dispelling Energy FUD: Bitcoin's Positive Impact on Energy Industry00:25:31 Peter Thiel's Views on Bitcoin ETFs and Decentralization00:33:07 Analysis of Recent Price Movements and Market Sentiment00:38:12 Mt. Gox and Germany's Bitcoin Sales: Potential Price Risks00:43:07 FTX Bankruptcy and Potential Buying Pressure00:45:11 Comparing Volatility in Current Bull Market to Past Cycles00:56:30 “Swan Signal” Outro Connect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam sits down with Christian Keroles of the Human Rights Foundation to discuss Bitcoin as a tool of empowerment and freedom, funding open-source development, and why nobody is bullish enough on Bitcoin. Timestamps:00:00:00 "Swan Signal" Intro00:00:25 “Cloaked Wireless”00:00:56 “Marathon Digital”00:01:29 Introducing CK00:01:56 Transition from Bitcoin Magazine to Human Rights Foundation00:04:54 Financial Freedom Report: Stories of Bitcoin Use for Freedom00:08:34 Funding Bitcoin Development at Human Rights Foundation00:13:29 “The Last Mile Problem”00:18:12 Bitcoin vs. CBDCs: Potential Impact on Human Rights00:25:00 “Central Banks Can't Compete with Bitcoin”00:32:46 The Finney Freedom Prize: Honoring Hal Finney's Legacy00:38:34 Remaining Bullish in this Bitcoin Cycle00:43:25 How to connect with CK00:45:43 “Pacific Bitcoin Festival”00:46:05 “Pleb Party Nashville 2024”Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with CK: https://x.com/ck_SNARKsConnect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam is joined by Andrew M. Bailey, co-author of “Resistance Money,” and Steven Lubka, Managing Director of Swan Private, to discuss how Bitcoin empowers individuals to resist authoritarians, inflation, surveillance, and financial exclusion.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Steven: https://x.com/DzambhalaHODLConnect with Andrew: https://x.com/resistancemoneyTimestamps:00:00:20 “Cloaked Wireless”00:00:53 “Marathon Digital”00:01:18 Introducing Andrew and Steven00:02:28 “Journey of Writing the Book, ‘Resistance Money: A Philosophical Case for Bitcoin'”00:06:30 Bitcoin is “Resistance Money”00:14:12 Privacy Importance in Financial Transactions00:16:19 Likelihood of Hyper-Bitcoinization Scenario00:21:40 Bullish on Bitcoin: “Building a Positive Case for Bitcoin”00:23:16 Bitcoin's Impact on Systems and Economies00:30:00 Central Banks' Response to Bitcoin00:33:30 Being a “Bitcoin-Academic”00:40:30 “Veil of Ignorance” - Thought Experiment for Bitcoin Evaluation00:47:28 How Does Bitcoin Help “Monetary Luck”00:49:55 Mind-Blowing Moments while Studying Bitcoin00:55:00 How to connect with Andrew, and where to read “Resistance Money”00:56:23 “Pacific Bitcoin Festival”00:57:10 “Pleb Party Nashville”00:57:46 “Swan $10K No Fees” Connect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam sits down with BTC Sessions for an in-depth conversation about the latest innovations happening in Bitcoin. They also discuss traveling the world to spread Bitcoin adoption, how to start a career in Bitcoin, and the importance of self-custody.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with BTC Sessions: https://x.com/BTCsessionsTimestamps:00:00:00 “Cloaked Wireless”00:01:05 “Pacific Bitcoin Festival”00:01:27 Introducing BTC Sessions00:02:05 Standout Moments from “Bitcoin Prague”00:11:48 “Oslo Freedom Fest”00:16:57 Examples of How Bitcoin Helps Protect Human Rights00:23:59 Bitcoin Education, and Learning in the Bull Market00:30:31 New Bitcoin Hardware, Apps, and the Future of Bitcoin Education00:37:21 “Kid-Friendly Bitcoin Wallets” - How to Teach Your Children about Bitcoin00:40:24 Guidance on Self-Custody for Beginners00:44:51 “Building Out Your Local Bitcoin Community”00:50:00 How to Connect with BTC Sessions00:52:02 Swan - No Fees $10kConnect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam sits down with Harry Sudock, CSO of GRIID Infrastructure and a Partner at Bitcoin Park to discuss why Bitcoin's energy use is absolutely essential, whether Bitcoin miners are net sellers or buyers today, and how Bitcoin mining as a technology is primed to revolutionize the energy industry globally.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Harry: https://x.com/harry_sudockTimestamps:00:00:00 "Marathon Digital Holdings"00:00:44 "Cloaked Wireless"00:01:12 Introducing Harry Sudock00:01:45 Building the Bitcoin Community in Nashville, at "Bitcoin Park"00:06:32 Harry's Bitcoin Journey from Keynesian Economics to Bitcoin00:10:24 Traditional Finance Technological Shortcomings00:14:40 Harry's Decision to Join "Griid Infrastructure"00:22:30 - "Griid Infrastructure" Going Public00:25:50 Incorporating Bitcoin Mining into the Electrical Grid00:32:40 Data-Centers, A.i., and Competing for Energy00:36:28 Bitcoin's Proof-of-Work vs. Proof-of-Stake00:39:12 Bitcoin's Energy Use and Settlement Assurances00:46:50 Impact of the Bitcoin Halving on the Mining Industry00:50:20 How to Connect with Harry Sudock00:51:43 "Pacific Bitcoin Festival"00:52:22 Swan $10k, No Fees!Connect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin.► Connect with Swan Bitcoin: ✓ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin ✓ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan ✓ Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin ✓ Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin ✓ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoin► Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us ✓ https://swanbitcoin.com/yt► Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Join us for Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024! Purchase your tickets now before prices go up (Fully Refundable Until February) ✓ ⁠https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/collections/tickets► Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out Welcome To Bitcoin a FREE Introductory course. Learn about Bitcoin in under 1 hour! ✓ https://welcome.swanbitcoin.com/► Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionWARNING: Beware of scammers who use Swan's image and name in the comment section. We will never ask you to contact us through YouTube. If you have any questions and want to reach us directly, follow our Twitter account @Swan and send us a message.

Sam sits down with Swan CIO Rapha Zagury, to discuss the recent regulatory, political and institutional focus on Bitcoin, the risk and volatility profile of Bitcoin vs Bonds, and how the game theory of Bitcoin is playing out before our very eyes.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Rapha: https://x.com/alphaazetaTimestamps:00:00:00 - Swan $10k00:01:43 - Shift in Sentiment in Washington, DC00:02:16 - Governments Changing Their Tune on Bitcoin00:03:08 - Bitcoin and Politics: Embracing Scarcity00:04:12 - Political Debate on Bitcoin00:05:17 - Bitcoin vs. Altcoins: Monetary Policy Predictability00:07:41 - SEC Approval Discrepancy: Bitcoin vs. Ethereum ETFs00:10:32 - Bonds Volatility and Misconceptions00:17:30 - Pension Funds and Bitcoin Adoption00:30:23 - Pension Fund Game Theory00:43:27 - Biden Veto and Custodianship Challenges00:58:13 - How to Connect with Rapha Zagury00:58:46 - Swan Signal OutroConnect with Swan Bitcoin:YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_BitcoinTwitter (X): https://twitter.com/SwanInstagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoinTelegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoinLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin.Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on ushttps://swanbitcoin.com/ytDownload the all-new Swan Bitcoin Apphttps://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionGet your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase!https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionSecure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxeshttps://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionFor high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guidehttps://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionWant to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite expertshttps://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionGet paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Forcehttps://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam sits down with Unchained's Trey Sellers to discuss Bitcoin and the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement, the current state of Bitcoin custody, and where he thinks we are in the cycle.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Trey: https://x.com/ts_hodlTimestamps:00:00:00 “Marathon Digital Holdings” Ad Read00:00:57 Swan $10k00:01:18 Get Tickets to the “Pacific Bitcoin Festival”00:01:50 Introducing Trey Sellers00:02:16 Banker Turned Bitcoiner: How Trey Found Bitcoin00:06:04 Institutional Adoption Coming to Bitcoin00:11:18 “Vanguard”, “Fire Movement,” and Planning for Retirement00:14:24 “F.I.R.E. - Financially Independent, and Retire Early”00:16:38 Difference Between “Saving” and “Investing”00:21:58 Political Shift in Bitcoin00:24:32 Trump's Comments from the Libertarian Conference00:29:27 Bitcoin ETF, and Wall.ST Coming into "Crypto"00:33:16 Self-Custody, and Education00:37:15 Most Common Mistakes with Self-Custody00:41:17 Benefits of Collaborative-Custody00:44:19 Where Are We in the Bitcoin-Bull-Cycle?00:51:04 “Gradually, then Suddenly”00:53:16 Understanding the Energy Implications of Bitcoin00:56:40 “Bitcoin Golf Championship”01:00:06 How to Connect with Trey01:01:14 Get Tickets to the “Pacific Bitcoin Festival” Connect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam sits down with Bitcoin legend Guy Swann to discuss the lies in money hoarding, the negative effects inflation has on society and why we celebrate Bitcoin Pizza Day.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Guy: https://x.com/TheGuySwannTimestamps:00:00:00 Pacific Bitcoin Festival00:01:21 Swan $10k No Fees00:01:45 Introducing “Guy Swann”00:02:10 Bitcoin and A.I.00:12:41 “Architecture of the Internet”00:23:19 Competition and Free Speech00:26:55 The Future of Decentralized Tools00:36:52 Building Decentralized Tools and Changing Communication Layers00:47:55 Optimism about Bitcoin's Impact on Technology and Politics00:54:05 “Hedgehog,” and the Future of Layer-Two Bitcoin Applications01:06:00 “Bitcoin Pizza Day!”01:08:44 How to Connect with Guy Swann01:10:17 OutroConnect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam sits down with Zack Shapiro, Managing Partner of the law firm Rains LLP and Legal Fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute to discuss all of the regulatory developments occurring in the broader cryptocurrency space including the recent enforcement actions against Tornado Cash and Samourai Wallet and what they could mean for the Bitcoin ecosystem moving forward.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Zack: https://twitter.com/zackbshapiroTimestamps:00:00:00 - Pacific Bitcoin Festival00:00:41 - Swan $10k No Fees00:01:08 - Intro to Zach Shapiro00:01:51 - FinCen Proposal & Mixers vs CoinJoin00:10:02 - DOJ Enforcement & What Constitutes a Money Transmitter00:17:46 - Attack on Bitcoin/Crypto & Self Custody?00:23:34 - Tornado Cash Ruling & Code as Free Speech00:29:21 - Question of Decentralization00:43:48 - Samourai Wallet Money Laundering Charges00:45:45 - Incentivizing Development of Open Source Freedom Tech00:58:42 - Consensus Lawsuit & Ethereum as a Security01:16:09 - Zach Outro & Final Words01:18:19 - OutroConnect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam sits down with James Lavish for a wide-ranging macro discussion where they touch on the ramifications of the ongoing collapse of the Japanese yen, whether the latest Treasury auctions are signalling trouble or not, and what exactly the Treasury buyback program is and what Yellen hopes to accomplish with it.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with James: https://twitter.com/jameslavishTimestamps:0:00 - 0:39 - Marathon Digital Holdings0:39 - 1:04 - Pacific Bitcoin Festival1:04 - 1:54 - Intro to James Lavish1:54 - 9:02 - MicroStrategy Event & Institutional Adoption9:02 - 15:16 - DTCC News & Bitcoin Volatility15:16 - 20:54 - MMT & Infinite Money Printing20:54 - 33:17 - Japan Currency Crisis33:17 - 40:22 - Treasury Auctions, Bonds & Liquidity40:22 - 45:45 - Hyperinflation & Currency Collapse45:45 - 53:22 - Bitcoin Short-Medium Term Outlook53:22 - 55:19 - Bitcoin Opportunity Fund Update55:19 - 58:00 - OutroConnect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam sits down with Chris from Quoth the Raven to discuss his recent reversal on Bitcoin, the Bitcoin vs Gold debate, intrinsic value, Bitcoin as a peoples revolution against an unjust system and the uncharted territory we find ourselves in economically.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Quoth: https://twitter.com/QTRResearchTimestamps:00:00:00 - "Swan Signal Live" Intro00:01:44 - Reversal on Bitcoin00:05:13 - Gold vs Bitcoin Community Reactions00:14:10 - Intrinsic Value & Bitcoin vs Gold Properties00:22:37 - What Clicked for you When Learning about Bitcoin?00:31:47 - ETFs as a Trojan Horse for Adoption & Bitcoin as a Revolution00:40:40 - How the Current System is Rigged00:58:08 - Volatility of Bitcoin00:59:13 - Global Macro Outlook “Uncharted Territory”01:09:08 - Building a Better System01:19:49 - "Swan Signal Live" Outro► Connect with Swan Bitcoin: ✓ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin ✓ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan ✓ Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin ✓ Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin ✓ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoin► Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us ✓ https://swanbitcoin.com/yt► Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Join us for Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024! Purchase your tickets now before prices go up (Fully Refundable Until February) ✓ ⁠https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/collections/tickets► Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out Welcome To Bitcoin a FREE Introductory course. Learn about Bitcoin in under 1 hour! ✓ https://welcome.swanbitcoin.com/► Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionWARNING: Beware of scammers who use Swan's image and name in the comment section. We will never ask you to contact us through YouTube. If you have any questions and want to reach us directly, follow our Twitter account @Swan and send us a message.

Sam sits down with Matyáš Kuchař and Knut Svanholm to discuss Bitcoin adoption in Europe, why we're already living through hyperbitcoinization, and why the European Bitcoin community is primed to "level up."Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Knut: https://twitter.com/knutsvanholmConnect with Matyas: https://twitter.com/Matyas44Cook00:00:03 - Intro00:00:17 - Marathon Digital Holdings00:00:47 - Pacific Bitcoin Festival00:01:17 - Intro Knut and Matyas00:02:40 - Bitcoin Growth in Europe00:07:35 - CBDCs and Freedom in Europe00:13:40 - Dangers of Collectivism & How Bitcoin Fixes It00:18:40 - Bitcoin & Personal Growth Since Last Halving00:30:05 - Effects of the Bitcoin Halving00:41:36 - How Can Bitcoiners Level Up?00:50:44 - Infinity Divided by 21 Million00:55:30 - Closing Thoughts00:59:09 - Outro► Connect with Swan Bitcoin: ✓ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin ✓ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan ✓ Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin ✓ Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin ✓ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoin► Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us ✓ https://swanbitcoin.com/yt► Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Join us for Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024! Purchase your tickets now before prices go up (Fully Refundable Until February) ✓ ⁠https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/collections/tickets► Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out Welcome To Bitcoin a FREE Introductory course. Learn about Bitcoin in under 1 hour! ✓ https://welcome.swanbitcoin.com/► Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionWARNING: Beware of scammers who use Swan's image and name in the comment section. We will never ask you to contact us through YouTube. If you have any questions and want to reach us directly, follow our Twitter account @Swan and send us a message.

Sam sits down with Chris Kuiper, Director of Research at Fidelity Digital Assets, to discuss Bitcoin's emergence as an institutional-grade asset, the merits of Proof of Work, the economics of the Bitcoin halving, the different channels to gain Bitcoin exposure, and how he envisions Bitcoin may mature in the future.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Chris: https://twitter.com/ChrisJKuiperTime Stamps:0:00 - 1:02 - Pacific Bitcoin Ad1:02 - 2:03 - Intro2:03 - 4:58 - Bitcoin First Fidelity Paper4:58 - 10:10 - How do you View Bitcoin versus other Cryptos?10:10 - 15:24 - Proof of Work versus Proof of Stake15:24 - 18:01 - Why Electricity is Key to Decentralization of Bitcoin?18:01 - 20:41 - How do other Systems Try to Bypass the Laws of Physics and What are those Risks?20:41 - 26:50 - What is the Purpose & Meaning of the Bitcoin Halving?26:50 - 28:25 - Talking about Bitcoin Exchange Traded Products (ETPs)28:25 - 30:06 - Bitcoin becomes Scarcer than Gold with this Halving30:06 - 34:20 - Is the Halving Priced in or Not? Or Macro Environment More Important?34:20 - 38:23 - Halving becoming Less Relevant?38:23 - 43:35 - How Impressed Have You Been of the ETF Products?43:35 - 46:56 - What are People's Hold ups with Bitcoin?46:56 - 51:30 - Monetary Properties of Bitcoin?51:30 - 57:20 - Concerns of Bitcoin?57:20 - 59:51 - OutroConnect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam, Vijay, and Brady recap the most important macro events of Q1 2024, the current state of the Bitcoin bull market, the upcoming halving, and the rapidly developing Bitcoin ETF market.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Vijay: https://twitter.com/real_vijayConnect with Brady: https://twitter.com/CitizenBitcoin00:00:00 - 00:00:36 - Orange Pilling & Swan Onboarding Announcement00:00:36 - 00:03:01 - Pacific Bitcoin Festival 202400:03:01 - 00:04:11 - Introducing Sam & Vijay00:04:11 - 00:05:00 - Impact of the spot Bitcoin ETFs00:05:00 - 00:12:40 - GBTC Outflow Selling Pressure & ETF Fees00:12:40 - 00:34:08 - The MicroStrategy Playbook & Tether Stacking00:34:08 - 00:42:23 - High Interest Rates Good for Bitcoin?00:42:23 - 00:45:33 - Framework for Bull Market Price Action00:45:33 - 00:53:42 - Will This Cycle be Different?00:53:42 - 01:00:11 - The Inevitable Financialization of Bitcoin01:00:11 - 01:04:01 - Ordinals & Bitcoin Ossification01:04:01 - 01:13:27 - Outro (edited) Connect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam sits down with Luke Gromen to discuss current dollar dynamics, potential drivers of persistent inflation, and the bullish case for Bitcoin and gold.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Luke: https://twitter.com/LukeGromen00:00:00 “Swan Signal Live” Intro00:00:32 “Marathon” ad read00:00:58 “Pacific Bitcoin” ad read00:01:17 Introducing Luke Gromen00:01:52 How the Macro-Economic Landscape has Changed Over the Past 2 Years00:03:36 “The Great Power War”00:12:50 Infrastructure in China vs America00:16:13 Why a “Strong-Dollar” is Harmful to the Economy00:23:00 Why the Federal Reserve is Signaling Rate-Cuts Already, and What Does it Mean?00:26:11 T-Bills, Fed's Balance Sheet, and Issuing Debt00:31:34 SLR Requirements & “Keeping the System Going”00:33:15 “Bitcoin is Back,” and the Divergence in Real-Rates and Gold00:37:37 The Bear Case for Bitcoin and Gold00:43:59 “Debt and Deficits are Velocity”00:46:40 Status of China's Economy00:50:02 How the Japanese-Yen Losing Value Impacts the Economy00:51:30 The Data Luke Follows Closely00:57:35 How to Connect with Luke Gromen00:58:22 “Swan Signal Live” OutroConnect with Swan Bitcoin:YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_BitcoinTwitter: https://twitter.com/SwanInstagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoinTelegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoinLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin.Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on ushttps://swanbitcoin.com/ytDownload the all-new Swan Bitcoin Apphttps://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionGet your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024 before prices increase!https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionSecure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxeshttps://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionFor high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guidehttps://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionWant to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite expertshttps://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_descriptionGet paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Forcehttps://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam sits down with Larry Lepard to talk about the unsustainable nature of government spending, the inflationary backdrop, institutional Bitcoin adoption, Bitcoin vs. gold, and the $34.6 trillion debt elephant in the room.Timestamps:00:00:00 “Swan Signal Live” Intro00:00:35 “Pacific Bitcoin Festival”00:01:45 Introducing Larry Lepard00:02:06 How Society is Waking Up To The Global Debt Problem00:05:57 “Debt is the Risk Everyone is Not Seeing Anymore”00:07:50 Jerome Powell's Latest Comments on the Economy00:10:27 Gold Decoupling from Real Rates00:12:35 “Foreign Central Banks Transitioning Towards Gold”00:19:30 Aging Infrastructure in America00:21:04 Currency Intervention in Japan, and Trying to Survive in an Inflationary Environment00:26:00 Larry Fink: “How to Afford Living Longer”00:28:06 How Inflation Changes Society and Culture00:35:14 Bitcoin Starting to be Added in Traditional Portfolios00:43:39 How the ETF Opens Up Waves of Capital00:45:47 GLD ETF vs Physical Gold00:48:37 Realizing Bitcoin's Potential00:50:35 “Central Bankers see ‘Immaculate Disinflation' within Reach”00:57:40 Addicted to Money Printing and the Need for Sound Money01:00:44 How to connect with Larry01:02:30 “Swan Signal Live” OutroConnect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Larry: https://twitter.com/LawrenceLepardSign up for the FREE Live Webinar with Larry Lepard: https://swanbitcoin.zoom.us/webinar/register/8817109715860/WN_z_pI2Qa_TOOlJi3-hXGA9Q#/registrationConnect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2023 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Luxor's Matt Williams and Colin Harper join Sam Callahan for an in-depth discussion on the impact that the Bitcoin halving will have on miners, how the mining industry will scale over the next decade, and the emerging Bitcoin mining derivatives market. Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Colin: https://twitter.com/AsILayHodlingFollow Luxor: https://twitter.com/LuxorTechnologyTimestamps:00:00:00 “Swan Signal” Intro00:00:33 “Pacific Bitcoin Festival”00:01:27 Introducing Colin and Matt00:01:44 Importance of Bitcoin Meetups and Communities00:03:32 2023 Bitcoin Mining Recap00:07:24 “Hash-Price-Floor”00:09:31 Correlation between Hash-Rate and Hash-Price00:13:42 Derivative Market Coming to Bitcoin Mining by “Luxor”00:17:55 “Hash-Rate as a Commodity”00:19:52 Hedging Strategies for Bitcoin Miners00:24:25 How Are Miners Preparing for the Bitcoin Halving?00:27:11 Will Hash-Rate Decline Post Halving?00:33:33 Will Hash-Rate Continue to Go Up?00:36:14 The Merging of the Financial Industry and Bitcoin Mining00:41:41 Decentralizing the Bitcoin Network, and “Chasing Energy”00:46:00 Risks with Mining-Pool Centralization, and Explaining Stratum V200:54:14 What is a “Block-Template?”00:56:20 “Profit-Maximalism,” and the Cypherpunk Movement00:58:46 “Trading Onions” - The Story of the Onion Act of 195501:01:40 Focusing on Bitcoin, and Avoiding Crypto Scams01:04:37 How to Connect with Matt01:04:50 How to Connect with Colin01:05:12 “Swan Signal” OutroConnect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2023 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam sits down with Bitcoin Magazine Editor Pete Rizzo to dissect the newly released Satoshi emails as well as discuss the ongoing trial of COPA vs Craig Wright, the current state of the market through a historical lens and Bitcoin's value proposition as an apolitical money.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Pete: https://twitter.com/pete_rizzo_Timestamps:00:00:00 “Swan Signal” Intro00:01:08 “Marathon Digital Holdings” Promo00:01:33 “Pacific Bitcoin Festival” Promo00:02:04 Introducing Pete Rizzo00:03:00 What Got Pete into Bitcoin?00:04:38 How Has the Sentiment for Bitcoin Changed Since 2013?00:08:18 The Challenges with Forecasting the Future of Bitcoin00:09:52 Are the Bitcoin ETF's a Positive for Bitcoin?00:12:50 How the Bitcoin ETF is a “Top of a Funnel” for Understanding Bitcoin00:14:08 Satoshi's Perspective on Bitcoin Grass-Roots Adoption00:17:30 Electricity, Bitcoin, and the Fear of New Technologies00:20:27 Satoshi's New Emails00:26:21 Does Satoshi's Opinion Matter?00:30:07 Adam Back & “B-Cash” Citing in Satoshi's New Emails00:32:00 Reasons Why Hal Finney Likely Isn't Satoshi00:36:16 “Building On Bitcoin”00:38:20 The Mysterious Donors Funding Satoshi Working on Bitcoin00:40:03 Reminiscing on Missed Opportunities to Acquire More bitcoin00:43:13 “Spontaneous Monetization”00:47:41 Monetizing Bitcoin and Why Satoshi Distanced Himself from the Project00:52:44 Court Ruling: Craig Wright is Not Satoshi00:55:17 Bitcoin Scarcity and Being Bullish00:57:10 “Fighting for Bitcoin”01:01:03 How to Connect with Pete Rizzo01:01:34 “Swan Signal” OutroConnect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2023 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

James Seyffart, ETF Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence joins Sam Callahan for an in-depth discussion on the massive success of the launch of the Bitcoin ETF's. They discuss how the ETF's operate with purchasing Bitcoin, settlement time, and inflows, and how traditional finance is opening up to Bitcoin as an asset.Connect with Sam Callahan: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with James Seyffart: https://twitter.com/JSeyffTimestamps:00:00:00 “Swan Signal Live” Intro00:01:37 Introducing James Seyffart00:02:18 Has the Bitcoin ETF Launch Been a Success?00:04:15 Record Inflows into the Bitcoin ETF Market00:07:10 Genesis Payout Ruling00:09:20 How the ETF's Are Acquiring Bitcoin00:16:27 Gary Gensler's Comments on the Bitcoin ETF00:18:42 European Central Bank's Negative Perception of Bitcoin00:20:51 “The ETF is a Bridge to Bitcoin”00:24:23 Why Certain Banks Aren't Offering Bitcoin to Their Clients00:29:17 How Institutions are Pricing the ETF's00:32:37 GBTC, Fee's, and Navigating the Competitive ETF Market00:40:32 Making Sense of the Outflows of the Gold ETF00:43:20 Rebalancing Bitcoin ETF Portfolios00:48:09 James' Thoughts on Bitcoin00:51:17 “Talking to a Certified Financial Advisor about Bitcoin”00:55:23 How to Connect with James Seyffart00:56:55 “Swan Signal Live” Outro► Connect with Swan Bitcoin: ✓ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin ✓ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan ✓ Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin ✓ Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin ✓ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoin► Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us ✓ https://swanbitcoin.com/yt► Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Join us for Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024! Purchase your tickets now before prices go up (Fully Refundable Until February) ✓ ⁠https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/collections/tickets► Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out Welcome To Bitcoin a FREE Introductory course. Learn about Bitcoin in under 1 hour! ✓ https://welcome.swanbitcoin.com/► Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

On this episode Sam sits down with President of the Texas Blockchain Council Lee Bratcher to discuss the EIA's mandatory survey on miners, Bitcoin emerging as a political talking point, and how Bitcoin mining is impacting the electrical grid in Texas.Connect with Sam: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with Lee: https://twitter.com/lee_bratcherTimestamps:00:00:00 “Swan Signal Live” Intro00:01:35 Introducing “Lee Bratcher”00:02:37 “Texas Blockchain Council”00:04:04 Politicians Understanding Bitcoin00:06:25 Making Texas a Safe-Haven for Bitcoin00:10:10 How Bitcoin Can Help maintain Grid Stability with “ERCOT”00:12:58 “ERCOT” Members Understanding Bitcoin00:14:55 Does Hash-Rate Stoppages to Maintain “ERCOT's” Grid Concern You?00:18:10 Curtailment and Energy Usage00:19:40 EIA Emergency Mandatory Survey for Bitcoin Miners00:24:20 Key-Findings on How Various Demographics Feel About Bitcoin00:26:44 How to Speak to a Politician about Bitcoin00:30:16 How Bitcoin Adoption is Growing Among Various Nations00:33:25 Debating the “Bitcoin Is Only Used by Criminals” Narrative00:37:48 Combating False Narratives about Bitcoin00:40:12 Future Outlook for the “Texas Blockchain Council”00:43:19 How to Connect with Lee00:44:10 “Swan Signal Live” OutroConnect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoinSwan Bitcoin does not provide any investment, financial, tax, legal or other professional advice. We recommend that you consult with financial and tax advisors to understand the risks and consequences of buying, selling and holding Bitcoin. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2023 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Sam is joined by Head of Swan Mining, Rapha Zagury and CEO of Barefoot Mining, Bob Burnett for an in-depth conversation on the Bitcoin mining industry. They discuss Swan's bold mining initiative, the differences in the various mining pools/operators, and how the upcoming halving will affect the industry as a whole. Connect with:Sam Callahan: https://twitter.com/samcallahRapha Zagury: https://twitter.com/alphaazetaBob Burnett: https://twitter.com/boomer_btcTimestamps:00:00:00 “Swan Signal Live” Intro00:01:19 Introducing Rapha and Bob00:01:54 Launching “Swan Mining”00:08:10 Price of Asic Miners00:09:26 “The Miners Trilemma”00:11:23 Sourcing Energy for 70k+ Asic Machines00:15:16 Deciding When to Deploy Capital into Mining Facilities & Mining Companies00:18:27 Curtailment and Energy Conservation in Bitcoin Mining00:24:24 Strategy Behind Using Different Mining Sites and Hosting Partners00:27:10 “EIA: Tracking Electricity Consumption from U.S. Cryptocurrency Mining Operations”00:34:20 Risks of Centralization in Bitcoin Mining00:44:33 “Ocean” Hash-Rate and How it Can Help with “Decentralizing Mining-Pools”00:51:01 Block-Template-Construction with Ocean00:54:44 “Stratum V2”00:57:46 Paying Miners through the Lightning Network00:59:22 “Profit-Maximalism” in the Mining Industry01:03:58 “The Merging of Financial Institutions and Bitcoin Mining”01:09:20 Bob Writing for “Financial Advising” Magazine, and His Thoughts on the Bitcoin ETF01:15:37 Thoughts on the Upcoming Bitcoin Halving01:16:45 How to Connect with Rapha and Bob01:18:42 “Swan Signal Live” Outro► Connect with Swan Bitcoin: ✓ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin ✓ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan ✓ Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin ✓ Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin ✓ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoin► Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us ✓ https://swanbitcoin.com/yt► Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Join us for Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024! Purchase your tickets now before prices go up (Fully Refundable Until February) ✓ ⁠https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/collections/tickets► Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts ✓ https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description