THE Bitcoin Podcast BITCOIN IS ANARCHY. DEAL WITH IT | NVK on THE Bitcoin Podcast
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Oct 10, 2025 
NVK, a Bitcoin developer and entrepreneur behind the Coldcard hardware wallet, dives into the anarchic essence of Bitcoin. He discusses the importance of self-custody and personal responsibility in the Bitcoin ecosystem. NVK shares insights about node economics, the pitfalls of social media drama, and the intricacies of on-chain vaults. He also emphasizes building Bitcoin devices for real user needs and praises the potential of Nostr as a permissionless social protocol. Get ready to rethink your Bitcoin strategy and enjoy life!
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Boating Accident Lost Coins Story
- NVK recounts losing coins in a boating accident to ground perspective on online drama.
- He uses the memory of lost coins to remind himself Bitcoin is winning and to stop raging online.
Don't Upgrade Your Node Reflexively
- NVK advises most users not to feel pressured to upgrade their Bitcoin node software unless a real security fix is required.
- He compares constant upgrading to a Windows mentality and prefers stability when nothing is broken.
Separate Consensus From Client Features
- Separate consensus-layer changes from non-consensus client improvements to reduce heated debate.
- NVK suggests Bitcoin Core should add practical non-consensus features (indexer, PSBT support) to help businesses.