Welcome to another episode of Good for Bitcoin, where we dive into the most exciting developments in the Bitcoin world! This week, hosts Kate, Longstreet, and Brandon return with a stacked show after a brief hiatus. They kick things off with a deep dive into the fascinating world of Bitcoin lending protocols, featuring Granite btc. Discover how this innovative protocol is transforming the way Bitcoin holders can leverage their assets without selling, by using wrapped Bitcoin (sBTC) on Stacks for smart contract functionality.

The hosts also reflect on the recent Thanksgiving holiday, sharing personal stories about Bitcoin conversations and tackling common misconceptions about Bitcoin's role as a store of value versus a currency. The discussion highlights Jerome Powell's remarks on Bitcoin's non-threat to the U.S. Dollar and its comparison to gold, sparking insights into Bitcoin's evolving narrative.

In industry news, the episode covers a range of public companies adopting Bitcoin strategies, including Semler Scientific and Rumble, showcasing the growing institutional interest in Bitcoin as a treasury asset. They also discuss the implications of Michael Saylor's recent presentation to Microsoft, advocating for Bitcoin's strategic advantages, and the massive Bitcoin purchases by MicroStrategy.

The episode wraps up with a celebration of the US court's decision to unban Tornado Cash, marking a significant win for privacy and smart contract innovation. The hosts also delve into France's proposed tax changes on Bitcoin, the appointment of David Sachs as the new AI and crypto czar by President Trump, and the exciting developments in Bitcoin art, including the first-ever Bitcoin Art Awards in Miami.

Join us for this engaging episode filled with insightful discussions, industry updates, and future predictions. Tune in to stay informed about everything good for Bitcoin!

🔸 Bitcoin Lending with Granite btc

🔸 Thanksgiving Bitcoin Conversations

🔸 Public Companies Embrace Bitcoin

🔸 Michael Saylor's Bitcoin Advocacy

🔸 Tornado Cash Unbanned

🔸 France's Bitcoin Tax Proposal

🔸 David Sachs Appointed AI and Crypto Czar

🔸 Bitcoin Art Awards in Miami