Steve Patterson

Aaron Day, Brownstone Institute fellow researching CBDCs, stablecoins, and financial surveillance. Steve Patterson, independent Bitcoin historian and co-author of Hijacking Bitcoin. They trace Bitcoin’s shift from peer-to-peer cash to surveilled, custodial systems. They explore developer capture, Epstein-related links, CBDC projects, stablecoin power, censorship risks, and practical exit strategies.

Steve Patterson, co-author of "Hijacking Bitcoin" with Roger Ver, dives deep into the ongoing crisis surrounding the arrest of Bitcoin advocate Roger Ver. The discussion reveals alarming government tactics against financial freedom and the implications for individual rights. Patterson highlights the evolution of Bitcoin, critiquing its shift from decentralized roots to alignment with establishment interests. They also tackle the complex legal landscape of cryptocurrencies and the urgent need for public awareness and political activism to address these injustices.

Steve Patterson, author and long‑time Bitcoin researcher who co-wrote Hijacking Bitcoin, shares his crypto burnout and deep knowledge of Bitcoin history. He and Simon debate alleged divide-and-conquer infiltration, custody as the main attack vector, Epstein-era contacts, Blockstream and VC influence, and the big-block vs small-block governance rift. Short, sharp, and confrontational.

Steve Patterson, co-author of "Hijacking Bitcoin," dives into a fiery debate over the block size war and the influence of Michael Saylor on Bitcoin's trajectory. They explore Bitcoin's evolving perception, the tensions between miners and developers, and the implications of governance challenges. The conversation touches on the risks of censorship within the community and the philosophical complexities surrounding Bitcoin’s original intent. Patterson's insights spark intense discussions about the future of Bitcoin amidst its ongoing controversies.

Steve Patterson, co-author of 'Hijacking Bitcoin,' challenges mainstream views on Bitcoin's evolution. He defends Roger Ver's perspective on the alleged hijacking of Bitcoin from its original libertarian vision. The discussion dives into Ver's legal troubles and the implications of evolving narratives within the cryptocurrency community. Patterson critiques Bitcoin's shift to speculation, debates the effects of KYC laws, and questions whether Bitcoin's foundational principles are at risk. He ultimately suggests that alternative cryptocurrencies might better embody decentralization.