This week’s episode dives deep into Bitcoin’s ongoing technical innovations, particularly the urgent quantum security discussions and advancements in privacy and scaling. We explore the shifting landscape of institutional Bitcoin treasury companies, analyzing the "great filter" they face, alongside regulatory developments like the Big Beautiful Bill and its potential market impacts. Adoption narratives span from grassroots educational programs in El Salvador to AI-powered mining infrastructure transformations. Finally, we unpack the philosophical and cultural currents shaping Bitcoin’s permissionless ethos amid evolving geopolitical and technological challenges. Featuring content from .