Cypherpunks and Open-Source Software: The Founding Ethos of Bitcoin with Max Hillebrand
July 17, 2024
In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Max Hillebrand, CEO of zkSNACKs, for an in-depth discussion on Bitcoin privacy solutions, cypherpunk ethos, and the importance of open-source software. They discuss challenges and solutions for privacy in Bitcoin transactions, the role of coordination services like CoinJoin, and the potential of zero-knowledge proofs. Max also dives into government regulations, the historical context of money, the shutdown of zkSNACKs, and the future focus on advancing human freedom and privacy in the crypto space.
In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Max Hillebrand, CEO of zkSNACKs, a development team dedicated to building and implementing privacy solutions in the Bitcoin ecosystem.
Join them as they:
Join them as they:
- Shine a light on the importance of privacy in Bitcoin
- Unpack the cypherpunk ethos
- Delve into why and how cypherpunks continue to thrive amid regulatory challenges
- Analyze how Bitcoin is embracing the evolution of open-source innovations
- Discuss the historical context of money and the need for a stable digital currency
- Speculate on the road ahead for privacy and innovation
- And much more!
Max Hillebrand is the CEO of zkSNACKs. With a deep understanding of Austrian economics and the cypherpunk ethos, Max has been actively involved in advancing technologies that foster financial privacy and security. Under his leadership, zkSNACKs has worked on creating cutting-edge tools like the Wasabi Wallet, emphasizing the importance of open-source software and freedom of information in the digital age.
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