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Welcome to CypherPunk’d, where we explore the intersection of privacy, technology, and personal freedom in the digital age. Hosted by Matty Ice, this podcast delves into the challenges posed by government surveillance and big tech’s intrusion into our lives. We bring you thought-provoking conversations with thought leaders, authors, computer scientists, Bitcoiners, entrepreneurs, and human rights activists who are at the forefront of the digital resistance. Each episode cuts through the nois ...
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From Bank Apprentice to Bitcoin Mining Mogul: 22-Year-Old Swiss Entrepreneur's Epic Journey
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Join us for an explosive episode of Cypherpunk'd featuring Marco Buchegger, the 22-year-old founder of MyBitcoin AG who's revolutionizing crypto mining across three continents. From his humble beginnings as a banking apprentice to managing 10+ megawatts of mining infrastructure, Marco shares his incredible journey and insights into the future of Bi…
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SBF's Secret BitPay Takeover Attempt + Bitcoin Mining, Trump, and the Future of Crypto | Sonny Singh
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In this explosive episode of the Cypherpunk Podcast, Sonny Singh, former Chief Commercial Officer of BitPay and current CEO of Beluga, drops bombshell revelations about Sam Bankman-Fried's attempted acquisition of BitPay. Singh shares never-before-heard details about his interactions with FTX, his personal investment in the company, and the afterma…
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Currently 5 CEOs Control the Bitcoin Network | What Ocean Mining Is Doing to Fix That
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TIME STAMPS 0:00 - Intro 2:35 - Motivation Behind Ocean's Relaunch 5:20 - Historical Context of Bitcoin Mining 8:15 - Utility of Bitcoin Mining in Power Grids 15:50 - Introduction of Mark Artemko 20:05 - Bitcoin Mining as a Solution for Stranded Energy 25:30 - Bitcoin and the Concept of Energy Storage 30:10 - Control Room Experiences and Grid Manag…
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How Ultra-Wealthy Crypto Holders Protect Their Bitcoin | Estate Planning Secrets Revealed
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In this explosive episode of CypherPunk'd, we sit down with Matt McClintock, founder of the Bespoke Group, who reveals the secretive world of ultra-wealthy Bitcoin holders and their wealth preservation strategies. Learn how Bitcoin whales are using sophisticated trust structures in jurisdictions like the Cook Islands to protect their crypto fortune…
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Exposing Government Lies: Are We Living in a False Reality? The Untold Truth About Privacy
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In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the hidden truths behind government reports, the digital surveillance ecosystem, and the real story of privacy in a tech-dominated world. From job reports that get silently "corrected" to inflation stats that don’t reflect reality, we explore how data is manipulated to control public perception. Are we trul…
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Bitcoin, Politics, and the Future: Why Trump Wants to Mine Every Last Bitcoin in the U.S.
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Dive into the electrifying world of Bitcoin with insights straight from the recent Bitcoin Conference in Nashville! 🧢 In this episode, we explore: • Behind the Hat: Discover the history behind the iconic "Make Bitcoin Great Again" hat, a symbol that's become synonymous with Bitcoin culture since 2017. • Political Promises: Unpack Donald Trump's bol…
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How Venezuela Lost Everything in 90 Days... Ex-Citizen Exposes The Truth | Jorge Jraissati
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In this powerful episode of CypherPunk'd, Jorge Jraissati shares his firsthand experience of Venezuela's economic collapse and his mission to protect financial freedom worldwide. As president of the Economic Inclusion Group, Jorge reveals shocking insights about: How Venezuela went from Latin America's wealthiest nation to 90% poverty The truth abo…
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How Bitcoin is Saving Lives: The Human Rights Fight You Didn't Know About | Lyudmyla Kozlovska
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In this powerful episode of CyberPunk'd, human rights defender Lyudmyla Kozlovska shares her incredible story of using Bitcoin to survive state-level financial censorship and continue her vital work supporting political prisoners. 👉 Key moments: • How three authoritarian regimes tried to silence her work • Using Bitcoin to deliver humanitarian aid …
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Ex-Morgan Stanley Trader EXPOSES Global Banking & Bitcoin's Role in Freedom | Chris Sullivan
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Former Morgan Stanley trader and founder of Hyperion Decimus LLC, Chris Sullivan, breaks down the hidden mechanics of financial markets and global banking in this explosive interview. Drawing from over two decades of experience in algorithmic trading and portfolio management, Sullivan reveals: • The true nature of financial crises and wealth transf…
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From Chicago Murder to Bitcoin: Ex-CME Trader John Divine Reveals Secrets in Honor of His Mentor
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In this powerful conversation, veteran trader John Divine shares the story of his mentor's tragic murder in Chicago and why he chose to make professional trading knowledge public. From CME's legendary trading pits to today's Bitcoin markets, John reveals: • His journey from Chicago's precious metals desk to Bitcoin • Why he published closely-guarde…
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Bitcoin, Free Speech, and Global Conflict | Uncovering Hidden Truths with Efrat Fenigson
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In this explosive episode of CypherPunk'd, Matty sits down with independent journalist and Bitcoin advocate Efrat Fenigson, creator of the 'You're The Voice' podcast. Efrat opens up about her journey into podcasting, her passion for uncovering hidden truths, and why it's more important than ever to speak out on taboo topics like health, politics, e…
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Bitcoin Pioneer's SHOCKING Story | Charlie Shrem Tells All
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Former Bitcoin millionaire Charlie Shrem reveals his dramatic fall from grace and time behind bars in this explosive interview. Learn how crypto secretly funded Julian Assange's legal battles and why Shrem believes Bitcoin is more important than ever. From handcuffs to redemption, Shrem dishes on: • His arrest at JFK airport and front-page infamy •…
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The Genesis Series: Bitcoin's Revolutionary Origins | Episode 10 of 10
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In this final episode of our deep dive series with Aaron van Wirdum, author of "The Genesis Book: The Story of the People and Projects That Inspired Bitcoin," we explore the hidden history of Bitcoin’s creation! From Adam Back’s role as the first person contacted by Satoshi Nakamoto to the cryptic message in the Genesis Block during the 2008 financ…
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The Genesis Series: B-money and RPOW | Episode 9 of 10
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Dive into the untold story of how we traded privacy for convenience online. Discover the visionary cypherpunks behind B-money and RPow who fought for digital freedom long before Bitcoin. Learn why their groundbreaking ideas failed to catch on, and how it all led to the creation of cryptocurrency as we know it today. Featuring insights on Wei Dai, H…
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The Genesis Series: Hashcash + Bit Gold | Episode 8 of 10
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Discover the groundbreaking innovations of Hashcash and Bit Gold, two pivotal projects that set the stage for the creation of Bitcoin. In this video, we explore how Adam Back's Hashcash tackled spam and digital postage while avoiding government overreach, and how Nick Szabo's Bit Gold concept introduced the idea of decentralized digital currency wi…
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The Genesis Series: The Rise of the Cypherpunks | Episode 7 of 10
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Discover the untold story of the Cypherpunks—visionary technologists who saw the power of cryptography to protect privacy and disrupt government control long before the rise of the internet. Learn how Tim May, an Intel physicist turned beach philosopher, along with other key figures like Eric Hughes, David Chaum, and Adam Back, laid the foundation …
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The Genesis Series: The Extropians & High Tech Hayekians | Episode 6 of 10
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In this mind-bending episode, we dive deep into the revolutionary ideas of transhumanism and extropianism, exploring the potential for technology to cure diseases and even conquer old age. Join us as we discuss groundbreaking concepts like bionic enhancements, mind uploading, and the prospects of colonizing space. We welcome Aaron van Wirdum, autho…
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The Genesis Series: eCash & Timestamps | Episode 5 of 10
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Uncover the hidden origins of digital currency in this mind-blowing episode! We reveal how cryptography pioneers, government crackdowns, and revolutionary ideas laid the groundwork for Bitcoin. Learn about: • David Chaum's groundbreaking eCash system • The rise and fall of E-Gold and its creator Dr. Douglas Jackson • How Scott Stornetta and Stuart …
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The Genesis Series: Cryptography & Spies | Episode 4 of 10
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Uncover the hidden origins of Bitcoin's cryptography in this mind-blowing episode! We reveal how NSA secrets, brilliant mathematicians, and a cryptography revolution laid the groundwork for Satoshi's invention. Learn about: • The NSA's classified encryption tools • Whitfield Diffie's epic road trip to crack the code • How public key cryptography ch…
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The Genesis Series: Free and Open Sourced Software | Episode 3 of 10
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Dive into the fascinating world of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and its radical impact on modern tech! From MIT's first computers to Linux and Bitcoin, discover how a group of rebellious hackers sparked a coding revolution. Learn about Richard Stallman's fight for software freedom and the surprising benefits of collaborative coding. Uncover…
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The Genesis Series: Neutral Money & Denationalization of Money | Episode 2 of 10
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In this deep dive, we're joined by Aaron van Wirdum for the second episode of our podcast series to explore the evolution of money, from barter to gold, and now to Bitcoin. We unpack the concept of neutral money—what it means, its properties, and why it could reshape the future of economics. Aaron and Matty break down how gold emerged as the best f…
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The Genesis Series: Austrian Economics & Money | Episode 1 of 10
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Dive into the fascinating world of Austrian Economics and discover a perspective on money that's been hidden from the mainstream. In this first episode of our 10-part series, we sit down with Chief Editor of Bitcoin Magazine, and author of "The Genesis Book", Aaron van Wirdum, to uncover: * The fundamental principles of Austrian Economics and why t…
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🚨Your freedom is at stake.🚨 Imagine a world where your every move is tracked, your thoughts are monitored, and privacy is a relic of the past. This isn't sci-fi; it's our future if we don't act. It's already being rolled out in many places all over the world. Introducing "CypherPunk'd", where we dive deep into the world of cryptography, privacy, an…
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