Inventing Bitcoin – pt.2

Inventing Bitcoin pt2

In this second part, Pritzker answers students’ questions, discussing the various technical and application aspects of the Bitcoin protocol, with special reference to the use of Lightning Network and the implications for enterprise adoption.

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Inventing Bitcoin – pt.1

Inventing Bitcoin pt1

The author of the book “Inventing Bitcoin” begins his lecture with an interesting history of money: a fascinating journey from the birth of barter, through the use of precious metals, to today’s FIAT money system. Pritzker also explains what is the impact of Bitcoin on the global economy and also gives his vision of Bitcoin’s future.

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Lightning Technology And Economics – pt.2

Lightning network and economics pt2

In this second part, Stark takes another look at the Lightning Network, discussing privacy and security, the intersection of artificial intelligence and Bitcoin’s Layer 2, how payment channels work, the Taproot protocol, and much more.

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Lightning Technology And Economics – pt.1

Lightning network and economics pt1

Interviewed by Giacomo Zucco, Stark talks about the history, importance, and functionality of the Lightning Network, Bitcoin’s layer two protocol that enables instant and low-cost microtransactions. Also of interest is her story of her personal and professional experience.

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Building On Bitcoin – pt.2

Building On Bitcoin - pt.2

A Q&A session with Jack Mallers, where many interesting topics were discussed: from the relationship between digital evolution and Bitcoin to its sustainability and volatility, from the future of the Global economy to entrepreneurship and innovation.

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Building On Bitcoin – pt.1

Building On Bitcoin - pt.1

Jack Mallers, Founder and CEO of Strike, focuses on the nature of money and on Bitcoin as a technical solution to a complex computing problem. Mallers also touches on the issue of information as a resource and how Bitcoin manages to transform digital information into real monetary value.

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Bitcoin is Venice – pt.3

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In this third part, Farrington stresses the importance of decentralization and resistance to attack in the Bitcoin system. He also touches on the historical and cultural significance of the innovations and ideas behind Bitcoin, which is not only presented as an innovative technology like so many others, but also represents a revival of historical values and economic systems.

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Bitcoin is Venice – pt.2

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In this second part, Farrington discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with Bitcoin adoption in a global economy currently dominated by debt and FIAT currency manipulation, emphasizing Bitcoin’s potential ability to both stabilize value and promote a fairer and more transparent financial system.

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