CypherPunk’d

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 noise to tackle critical topics like privacy, human rights, economics, cryptography, Web 3, Bitcoin, AI, and more. Our daily roundtable discussions offer deeper insights into current events, fostering open dialogue and defending the fundamental right to privacy. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a privacy advocate, or simply concerned about the future of personal freedom, CypherPunk’d is your guide to understanding and navigating the complexities of the digital world. Join us as we explore the tools and ideas that empower you to protect your privacy and secure your future. To Connect With Us👇 LinkTree: https://t.co/GR12eKn4Ny For inquiries, feedback, or to connect with us, feel free to reach out at contact@consensusprotocol.org

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20 hours ago

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 with intrinsic value.
 
Uncover the fascinating evolution of cryptographic technology, proof-of-work concepts, and digital scarcity that inspired Satoshi Nakamoto to build Bitcoin. If you're intrigued by the origins of cryptocurrency and how these early ideas shaped the world of decentralized money, this episode is for you!
 
Like & subscribe for more blockchain insights. Hit the notification bell to catch all episodes in our series on the history of digital money!
 
To Connect With Us👇
LinkTree: https://t.co/GR12eKn4Ny
 
#Hashcash #BitGold #Bitcoin #History #Cryptocurrency #Blockchain #AdamBack #NickSzabo #DigitalCurrency
 
Disclaimer: The content provided in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as financial or investment advice. The views expressed in this video are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of CypherPunkd. Viewers are advised to conduct their own research and due diligence or consult a professional financial advisor before making any investment.

4 days ago

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 for the modern digital privacy movement. Explore the origins of crypto anarchy, the debates that drove the creation of digital cash, and how these pioneers' ideas foreshadowed the development of Bitcoin. Tune in to this deep dive into the history of the Cypherpunk movement, the struggle for privacy rights, and how it has influenced the world of digital privacy, cryptography, and online freedom today. Stay tuned for the next episode, where we unravel the significance of Hashcash and the key contributions that led to the decentralized technologies we know today!
 
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To Connect With Us👇
LinkTree: https://t.co/GR12eKn4Ny
 
#Bitcoin #cypherpunk #history #Blockchain
 
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6 days ago

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, author of The Genesis Book, to share insights about influential figures like Max More and FM 2030, whose visions have paved the way for a future where humans can upgrade themselves and live indefinitely. From cryonics to the rise of digital cash, discover how these innovative thinkers challenged the status quo and envisioned a world driven by science and optimism.
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To Connect With Us👇LinkTree: https://t.co/GR12eKn4Ny 
#Bitcoin #Extropians #Hayekians #Blockchain #tech #ai 
Disclaimer: The content provided in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as financial or investment advice. The views expressed in this video are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of [Your Channel Name]. Viewers are advised to conduct their own research and due diligence or consult a professional financial advisor before making any investment

Monday Sep 30, 2024

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 Haber invented blockchain technology
• The New York Times' role in timestamping digital documents
• Why centralization became the Achilles' heel of early digital currencies
 
From blind signatures to hash chains, this is the untold story behind the tech securing your Bitcoin. Don't miss this crucial crypto history lesson!
Like & subscribe for more blockchain insights. Hit the notification bell to catch all episodes in our series on the history of digital money!
 
To Connect With Us👇
LinkTree: https://t.co/GR12eKn4Ny
 
#Bitcoin #eCash #EGold #Blockchain #Cryptography #digitalcurrency
 
Disclaimer: The content provided in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as financial or investment advice. The views expressed in this video are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of [Your Channel Name]. Viewers are advised to conduct their own research and due diligence or consult a professional financial advisor before making any investment

Saturday Sep 28, 2024

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 changed everything
• The "young idealist" who fought government surveillance
• Why your online privacy depends on math from the 1970s
 
From Alice & Bob to digital cash, this is the untold story behind the tech securing your Bitcoin. Don't miss this crucial crypto history lesson! Like & subscribe for more blockchain insights.
 
Don't miss this eye-opening start to our series on the history and future of money. Hit subscribe and the notification bell to catch all 10 episodes!
 
To Connect With Us👇
LinkTree: https://t.co/GR12eKn4Ny
 
#Bitcoin #Cryptography #NSA #Blockchain #historicalfacts y
 
Disclaimer:
The content provided in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as financial or investment advice. The views expressed in this video are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Consensus Protocol. Viewers are advised to conduct their own research and due diligence or consult a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Wednesday Sep 25, 2024

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 the connection between FOSS philosophy and Bitcoin's trustless system. Find out why "given enough eyeballs, all bugs are shallow" and how this principle shapes the software we use daily. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curious about the digital world, this video will change how you see software forever!
 
Don't miss this eye-opening start to our series on the history and future of money. Hit subscribe and the notification bell to catch all 10 episodes!
 
Disclaimer:
The content provided in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as financial or investment advice. The views expressed in this video are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Consensus Protocol. Viewers are advised to conduct their own research and due diligence or consult a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
 
To Connect With Us👇
LinkTree: https://t.co/GR12eKn4Ny
 
#FOSS #OpenSource #FreeSoftware #Bitcoin #TechHistory #Hackers

Monday Sep 23, 2024

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 form of money due to its divisibility, durability, and scarcity, but also explains its flaws. Discover the role of trust, fractional reserve banking, and how fiat currencies came to dominate. We also delve into the Austrian economics' regression theorem and discuss how Bitcoin challenges these traditional monetary concepts.
Stay tuned as we discuss the denationalization of money and how a fixed-supply, global currency could disrupt everything we know about modern economies. Could Bitcoin really be the neutral money we’ve been waiting for?
Don't miss this eye-opening series on the history and future of money. Hit subscribe and the notification bell to catch all 10 episodes!
To Connect With Us👇 LinkTree: https://t.co/GR12eKn4Ny 
#AustrianEconomics #MonetaryTheory #Bitcoin #FinancialEducation
Disclaimer:The content provided in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as financial or investment advice. The views expressed in this video are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Consensus Protocol. Viewers are advised to conduct their own research and due diligence or consult a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Friday Sep 20, 2024

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 they matter today* How the Federal Reserve manipulates the economy through interest rates* The concept of "spontaneous order" and why central planning fails* Why inflation is a hidden tax on the poor, according to Austrian theory* How Austrian Economics predicted the failures of Keynesian policies* The connection between Austrian Economics and the creation of BitcoinWhether you're an economics buff or just curious about how money really works, this episode is packed with insights you won't hear in traditional financial media. Learn why Austrian Economics offers a powerful critique of our current monetary system and how it relates to the rise of Bitcoin.
Don't miss this eye-opening start to our series on the history and future of money. Hit subscribe and the notification bell to catch all 10 episodes!
Disclaimer:The content provided in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as financial or investment advice. The views expressed in this video are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Consensus Protocol. Viewers are advised to conduct their own research and due diligence or consult a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
To Connect With Us👇 LinkTree: https://t.co/GR12eKn4Ny 
#AustrianEconomics #MonetaryTheory #Bitcoin #FinancialEducation

Friday Sep 20, 2024

🚨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, and the technologies helping us defend ourselves in cyberspace. Become a part of the digital resistance.
 
🔍The Genesis Series - Join CEO of Consensus Protocol, Matty Ice, as he sits down with Aaron van Wirdum, author of "The Genesis Book" and chief editor of Bitcoin Magazine, to explore:
 
• The history of cryptography
• The creation of Bitcoin
• Economic systems throughout history
• The ethos of cypherpunks & early digital rights groups
• Historical evolution of privacy preserving technology
 
Launching Soon: Get ready for a new episode every other day, unveiling the 10-part Genesis series. In each episode, you'll discover something new, exploring the intricacies of privacy, cryptography, security, economics, and freedom in the digital age.
 
🌐 Why It Matters: From AI to Bitcoin, Web3 to human rights, nothing is off-limits. Join us to understand the tools and ideas that could define our future and why it's imperative for YOU.
 
🎧 What to Expect:
• Interviews with thought leaders, activists, and tech pioneers.
• Weekly roundtables cutting through media narratives.
• Insights into how privacy is the cornerstone of an open society.
 
🔗 Follow Us Now: Don't let a single episode slip by. Engage, share, and delve into the dialogue. Together, we'll navigate the labyrinth of digital sovereignty.
 
Get ready to go down the rabbit hole with us. The future isn't just watching—it's scrutinizing. Are you prepared?
 
#Bitcoin #Privacy

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