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Blockspace: AI & Bitcoin

Blockspace Media
Bitcoin
Ordinals
Defi
Bitcoin Mining
Quantum Computing
Cryptocurrency
Microstrategy
Ethereum
Etfs
Gold
Soft Forks
Bitcoin Core
Arch Network
Meme Coins
Blockchain
Lightning Network
Coinbase
FTX
Michael Saylor
Satoshi Nakamoto

Bitcoin conversations from the deep end, covering markets, tech, compute, and culture from hosts Charlie Spears and Colin Harper. Three episodes per week, on all podcast players, Yahoo Finance, CoinDesk and more. Drop us a listen and review!

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Welcome back to The Blockspace Podcast! Today, we cover SpaceX’s highly anticipated IPO, which could value the company at $1.75-2 trillion and become the biggest IPO ever. Plus, how the FBI spun up a scam token to arrest pump and dumpers, and is Trum... more

Welcome back to The Blockspace Podcast! Today, we cover the latest in the Prime Trust bankruptcy saga, as the bankruptcy trust from Prime is suing Zap Solutions (Strike’s parent company) for nearly $150M in clawbacks. We also welcome Kush Bavaria of ... more

Welcome back to The Blockspace Podcast! Today, we cover the bombshell news that Iran is now accepting bitcoin for maritime insurance for tankers trapped in the Strait of Hormuz. Francis Corvino of Lygos Finance joins us to talk about why he believes ... more

Welcome back to The Blockspace Podcast! Today for news, we cover IREN’s new $3B convertible note – the largest convert ever for a public bitcoin miner – Trump’s Q1 bitcoin equity buys, and the 90-day pause on zoning discussions for Hut 8’s proposed 5... more

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Mike San Miguel
Luxor executive, GPU market expert
Luxor
Episode: IREN’s $3B Note, CME Compute Futures, Mike Alfred’s Stock Picks, Trump’s Q1 Bitcoin Equities
Kush Bavaria
Co-founder of Ornon, compute futures advocate
Ornon
Episode: IREN’s $3B Note, CME Compute Futures, Mike Alfred’s Stock Picks, Trump’s Q1 Bitcoin Equities
Mike Alfred
Alpine Fox hedge fund manager, Bitcoin miner turned AI investor
Alpine Fox
Episode: IREN’s $3B Note, CME Compute Futures, Mike Alfred’s Stock Picks, Trump’s Q1 Bitcoin Equities
Lucas Krejci
CTO of Brains, talks about Stratum V2 working group
Brains
Episode: MARA’s Q1 Earnings, Nebius’ Blowout Q1, the $1,000 Bull Case for MSTR
Pio Vincenzo
Bitcoin market commentator, MicroStrategy bull
Personal brand
Episode: MARA’s Q1 Earnings, Nebius’ Blowout Q1, the $1,000 Bull Case for MSTR
Khan Farani
Khan Farani, Luxor (Luxor Lookback)
Luxor
Episode: IREN’s Nvidia Partnership and 5 GW Plan, Hut 8’s $9.7B Hyperscaler Deal, Strategy May Sell BTC to Own the Short Sellers
Francis Corvino
Francis Corvino, Lagos
Lagos
Episode: IREN’s Nvidia Partnership and 5 GW Plan, Hut 8’s $9.7B Hyperscaler Deal, Strategy May Sell BTC to Own the Short Sellers
Matt Prusak
Executive at American Bitcoin
American Bitcoin
Episode: The Last Pure-Play Bitcoin Miner
Taylor Monnig
Executive at CleanSpark discussing AI/HPC retrofits and data center strategy
CleanSpark
Episode: How to Build an AI Data Center from Scratch

Hosts

Charlie Spears
One of the hosts, known for engaging discussions about Bitcoin, mining, and technology.
Colin Harper
Co-host presenting varied perspectives on Bitcoin trends and strategies.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Really great show- tons of insights

    Learned a lot from the co-hosts. Lots of fun. Nice focus on bitcoin content but also move around to adjacent stuff well. Cheers!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrooklynBill786
    United States4 months ago
  • Much Needed

    Subbed and much needed topics covered, appreciate Charlie and the show alot

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrainHarrington
    United States2 years ago

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IREN’s $2.3B Note Offering, STRC Comes to DeFi, KEEL’s Q1 2026 Earnings
Q: What systemic risks could DeFi stretch derivatives pose to the Bitcoin ecosystem and to strategy players like MicroStrategy?
The guests and hosts discuss how leveraged DeFi products built on stretch could amplify selling pressure if redemptions spike, potentially forcing large holders to unwind positions and sell liquid assets, which could stress the peg and liquidity in related markets; risk is tied to how much stretch is held on-chain and how quickly forced liquidations could cascade across markets.
Iran’s Hormuz Safe BTC Insurance, Prime Trust’s Swan Lawsuit, Hive’s 320 MW AI Data Center
Q: How serious is the Prime Trust/Swann clawback issue and what does it signal?
The episode frames it as part of a broader trend of post-bankruptcy clawbacks, with Prime Trust pursuing nearly $1B in assets from Swann and others. It signals a messy, long-running legal battle with implications for how custody and pre-bankruptcy asset movements are scrutinized.
Iran’s Hormuz Safe BTC Insurance, Prime Trust’s Swan Lawsuit, Hive’s 320 MW AI Data Center
Q: What is the threat Iran poses to the Bitcoin network through Hormuz Safe?
While not fully confirmed, the team discusses how Iran's use of Bitcoin for maritime insurance could force more widespread use of Bitcoin in international trade, potentially increasing hash rate from pariah states and attracting regulatory scrutiny which could alter the economic incentives around mining and settlement.
MARA’s Q1 Earnings, Nebius’ Blowout Q1, the $1,000 Bull Case for MSTR
Q: How coordinated are the major pools and companies in testing SV2, and what modifications might they pursue in practice?
The groups coordinate through regular community calls to share experiences and iteratively improve the specification. Open-source collaboration allows firms to tailor implementations for their use cases while maintaining interoperability, with a focus on minimizing edge-case disagreements and documenting practical guidelines for implementations.
MARA’s Q1 Earnings, Nebius’ Blowout Q1, the $1,000 Bull Case for MSTR
Q: What incentives exist for miners and pools to adopt SV2, and how does it compare to Datum?
Incentives include improved security against hash-rate theft, reduced data usage, and more efficient, miner-controlled template creation. SV2 aims to address template construction and encryption, while Datum focuses on template creation with different architectural decisions; SV2 seeks broader interoperability and open-source collaboration to become the standard.

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Conversations focus on essential themes around Bitcoin, including market dynamics, technological advancements, energy issues, and regulatory developments. Noteworthy episodes feature discussions on the implications of quantum computing for Bitcoin, the intersection of Bitcoin and traditional energy sectors, and evolving perceptions of Bitcoin's role in financial markets. Unique insights from industry experts further enrich the dialogue, making this a valuable resource for anyone interested in the multifaceted aspects of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency.

Listeners can expect in-depth analysis and commentary from hosts who engage with a range of topics, from cryptocurrency investment strategies to the impact of AI on Bitcoin mining. The conversati... more

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