Proof of Industry—Issue #47

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News & Updates

Covering January 9th, 2025 - January 22nd, 2025

Company Updates 

The BTCPay Server Foundation has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Unbank, a Bitcoin exchange, to support the development of open-source payment solutions. It also highlights the growing recognition of open-source payment solutions in the Bitcoin ecosystem and the use of BTCPay Server by Unbank for processing bitcoin transactions.

Introducing the launch of the Bitcoin Students Network's "Layer Zero" program, which aims to empower youth globally to contribute to the growth and adoption of Bitcoin. The launch provides details of the program and its goals, as well as the motivations behind it.

Critical Metals Corp, a mining company focused on critical metals and minerals, has announced their adoption of BTC as a primary asset in their treasury program. They are the first Nasdaq-listed critical minerals company to do so.

Product Updates

This article introduces the Bitaxe Touch, the world's first open-source touchscreen Bitcoin miner, promising to revolutionize home mining with its powerful performance and user-friendly interface. It also highlights its specifications, including superior cooling technology, and customization options. This product is currently sold out.

Coinbase, a popular cryptocurrency exchange, announced that it will now offer bitcoin-backed loans through its partnership with lending platform Morpho. This move aims to attract more users to its on-chain economy and provide easier access to loans for those with bitcoin collateral.

Introducing the all-new Blockstream Jade Plus hardware wallet, which combines user-friendliness, advanced features, and open-source security for Bitcoin self-custody. It features a redesigned and durable exterior, improved display and navigation, and advanced capabilities such as air-gapped workflows and Genuine Check.

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Interviews w/ Industry Leaders

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WBD: Trump, Inflation, MicroStrategy & Bitcoin w/ Lyn Alden: Host Danny Knowles sits down with macro analyst and author of Broken Money, Lyn Alden, to discuss the impact of fiscal policy on inflation, tariffs shaping the economic landscape, and a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. (🎙, 📺)

TBSP256: Nomad Capitalist Interview: Host Saifedean Ammous invites Andrew Henderson, the Nomad Capitalist, to join him for an interview to discuss economic freedom, mobility, and how Bitcoin can help you live the life you want. (🎙, 📺, 📖)

TBP: The Next Wave of Bitcoin Adoption - Eric Weiss: Host Walker sits down with the CEO of Bitcoin Investment Group, Eric Weiss, to discuss corporate and nation-state bitcoin adoption, orange pilling Michael Saylor, and much more. (🎙, 📺)

TPP: Will Amazon & Microsoft Buy Bitcoin: Host Anthony Pompliano sits down with the Deputy Director for the National Center for Public Policy Research’s Free Enterprise Project, Ethan Peck, to discuss Ethan’s proposals to Microsoft and Amazon to put bitcoin on their balance sheet. (🎙, 📺)

CS: Jeff Booth Masterclass: The Price of Tomorrow & the Truth About Inflation, Deflation and Bitcoin: Host Natalie Brunell sits down with the author of Price of Tomorrow, Jeff Both, to discuss inflation, deflation, and the transition to a Bitcoin world. (🎙, 📺)

TBMP: How MicroStrategy Will Hit $1 Trillion in 2025: Host Cedric sits down with digital capitalist, Jeff Walton, to explore the intricate connections between financial markets, Bitcoin, and MicroStrategy’s game-changing strategies for the future. (🎙, 📺)

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