In this episode, Brandon and Jayson discuss the latest updates from Trust Machines, including significant announcements regarding DotLocker and Granite's new rewards program. They delve into the current Bitcoin market sentiment, retail participation, and legislative developments surrounding Bitcoin reserves in various states. The conversation also touches on the recognition of the Stacks community and the challenges faced in federal legislation regarding digital assets. Additionally, they explore Strike Lending's new offerings and conclude with predictions for the upcoming Stacks Cap Three announcement.

Takeaways

• Trust Machines is actively preparing for Bitcoin events in Vegas.
• .Locker has seen significant growth, surpassing 20,000 registered domains.
• Retail participation in Bitcoin remains low despite market excitement.
• Granite's new rewards program offers high APY rates for users.
• The Stacks community is gaining recognition for its contributions to Bitcoin's ecosystem.
• New Hampshire has passed a Bitcoin reserve bill, setting a precedent for other states.
• Arizona's governor vetoed a bill allowing public funds to invest in Bitcoin.
• Federal legislation on stablecoins faces challenges but remains a priority.
• Strike Lending offers Bitcoin-backed loans but raises concerns about rehypothecation.
• Stacks Cap Three is anticipated to significantly impact Bitcoin's ecosystem.