This episode, recorded on October 7, 2014, covers several developments in the burgeoning digital currency space, focusing on how Bitcoin is impacting media, technology, and charity.
Main Topics Discussed:
* Bitcoin & Journalism: The potential for Bitcoin micro-payments to support journalism and the arts.
* Dark Wallet: A discussion of the technical features of the dark wallet, including stealth addresses, coin mixing, and multi-sig capabilities.
* Portuguese Bitcoin ATMs: The launch and review of locally designed and manufactured Bitcoin ATMs in Portugal, marking the start of a local Bitcoin movement.
* Hoodie the Homeless: A charity initiative where purchasing a hoodie contributes to donating a second hoodie to a homeless person.
Key Quotes:
* "Bitcoin micro-payments can save journalism and spark a new era of user-supported creativity."
* "Dark wallet is more than just a web page with a black background. It has stealth addresses, coin mixing, and multi-sig."
* "for each hoodie you buy, it includes the cost of a second hoodie for someone in need."
People Mentioned:
* Walter Isaacson (Author of the Steve Jobs Biography and former Managing Editor of Time magazine).
* Tim at Roberts and Roberts Brokridge (Sponsor).
Bitcoin Price:
* Winkdex reported a last price of $331, a high of $336, and a low of $3.19. (Lightcoin was noted at $3.72).