Bitcoin.com News Interviews

David Moss, CEO and founder of StrongBlock, joins Dustin Plantholt on Bitcoin.com Interviews to discuss how blockchain technology is driving the next evolution of decentralized finance (DeFi) and real-world utility.StrongBlock is pioneering decentralized infrastructure that empowers developers and businesses to create node-based blockchain solutions, unlocking new layers of value and reliability across the Bitcoin, Ethereum, and DeFi ecosystems. David shares how utility creation through blockchain is reshaping finance, governance, and digital ownership — and what it means for the future of decentralized systems.💡 In this episode:• The mission behind StrongBlock and its role in DeFi innovation• How blockchain nodes create real-world utility and network resilience• Why Bitcoin and Ethereum remain central to decentralized infrastructure• Insights into building sustainable token economies and governance models• David Moss’s perspective on Web3 adoption and the next phase of blockchain growth🎧 A forward-looking conversation on Bitcoin, blockchain utility, and DeFi, offering insight into how decentralized infrastructure is powering the future of digital finance.🎙️ Host: Dustin Plantholt – Bitcoin.com Interviews🔗 Bitcoin.com💼 Episode Partner: Bitcoin.com Exchange – Trade Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ripple, Litecoin, and top digital assets globally.🔗 https://exchange.bitcoin.com

Joe Lau, co-founder and CTO of Alchemy, joins Dustin Plantholt on Bitcoin.com Interviews to explore how blockchain technology is transforming industries, empowering developers, and shaping a more open, decentralized world.Alchemy — the platform that powers over 70% of the world’s top Ethereum applications — is known as the backbone of Web3 infrastructure, making Ethereum and Bitcoin-based development faster, easier, and more reliable. Joe shares insights into how Alchemy simplifies complex blockchain interactions, supports billions in transaction volume, and fuels innovation across the crypto ecosystem.💡 In this episode:• How Alchemy powers global blockchain innovation on Ethereum and beyond• Why Bitcoin and Ethereum are foundational to the next era of the internet• The evolution of developer tools in Web3 and decentralized finance (DeFi)• How scalable infrastructure is accelerating mainstream crypto adoption• Joe Lau’s vision for blockchain’s impact on the world’s financial and data systems🎧 A must-listen for developers, investors, and crypto enthusiasts seeking to understand how Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Web3 infrastructure will revolutionize technology and global finance.🎙️ Host: Dustin Plantholt – Bitcoin.com Interviews🔗 Bitcoin.com💼 Episode Partner: Sibex.io – Trade securely and directly between BTC and any ERC20 token with atomic cross-chain swaps.No account creation. No middlemen. Global liquidity. Exchange everything, decentralized.🔗 https://sibex.io

Frederic Chesnais, Chairman and CEO of Atari, joins Dustin Plantholt on Bitcoin.com Interviews to discuss Atari’s remarkable transformation from a legendary video game company into a pioneer in blockchain gaming, digital assets, and Bitcoin integration.Under Frederic’s leadership, Atari has embraced Web3 technology, launching its own crypto token and NFT ecosystem to empower gamers and creators through true digital ownership. In this conversation, he shares how Bitcoin and blockchain principles have inspired Atari’s new vision — blending entertainment, decentralization, and innovation.💡 In this episode:• How Atari transitioned from classic gaming to blockchain innovation• The role of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency in reshaping digital entertainment• Atari Token and the rise of gaming-based digital economies• Frederic’s vision for the future of play-to-earn, NFTs, and metaverse integration• Lessons on leadership, brand revival, and building in the Web3 era🎧 A fascinating discussion bridging Bitcoin, blockchain gaming, NFTs, and the metaverse, showing how one of the world’s most iconic gaming brands is redefining its legacy for the next digital frontier.🎙️ Host: Dustin Plantholt – Bitcoin.com Interviews🔗 Bitcoin.com💼 Episode Partner: Bitcoin.com Exchange – Trade Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ripple, Litecoin, and top digital assets globally.🔗 https://exchange.bitcoin.com

Charlie Silver, CEO and founder of Permission.io, joins Dustin Plantholt on Bitcoin.com Interviews to explore how blockchain, Bitcoin, and Web3 can redefine the future of digital advertising and data ownership.Permission.io was built to end the exploitative, interruptive ad model that dominates today’s web — giving users back control of their time, data, and digital identity. By leveraging decentralized technology and rewarding users with crypto for their engagement, Permission.io is pioneering a fairer, privacy-first digital economy.💡 In this episode:• How Permission.io empowers users through data ownership and crypto rewards• Why decentralized advertising matters in a Bitcoin-driven internet economy• The future of big data, consent-based marketing, and privacy innovation• Charlie Silver’s vision for merging blockchain technology with consumer trust• How crypto and Bitcoin enable a transparent value exchange between brands and users🎧 A thought-provoking discussion on Bitcoin’s role in Web3, data sovereignty, and how blockchain is reshaping the economics of attention and privacy online.🎙️ Host: Dustin Plantholt – Bitcoin.com Interviews🔗 Bitcoin.com💼 Episode Partner: Sibex.io – Trade securely and directly between BTC and any ERC20 token using atomic cross-chain swaps.No account creation. No middlemen. Global liquidity. Exchange everything, decentralized.🔗 https://sibex.io

Sean Worthington, founder and creator of CloudCoin, joins Dustin Plantholt on Bitcoin.com Interviews to discuss his groundbreaking vision for digital currency beyond the blockchain.CloudCoin is a 100% anonymous, non-blockchain digital cash system designed to eliminate the risks of counterfeiting, loss, and double-spending — while preserving user privacy and transaction speed. Sean shares how CloudCoin challenges conventional Bitcoin and cryptocurrency models by introducing a post-blockchain architecture built on authenticity and decentralization without public ledgers or mining.💡 In this episode:• The origin story and technology behind CloudCoin• How CloudCoin differs from Bitcoin, blockchain, and traditional cryptocurrencies• Solving issues of double-spending and counterfeiting in digital cash• The role of privacy and anonymity in the future of money• Sean Worthington’s vision for decentralized, user-first digital finance🎧 A fascinating exploration into Bitcoin alternatives, privacy-focused digital currency, and the next generation of decentralized finance (DeFi) innovation.🎙️ Host: Dustin Plantholt – Bitcoin.com Interviews🔗 Bitcoin.com💼 Episode Partner: Bitcoin.com Exchange – Trade Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ripple, Litecoin, and top digital assets globally.🔗 https://exchange.bitcoin.com

Pauline Shangett, Chief Marketing Officer at ChangeNOW, joins Dustin Plantholt on Bitcoin.com Interviews to share her journey in crypto marketing, the evolution of instant Bitcoin exchanges, and how ChangeNOW is helping users swap and manage digital assets seamlessly.With a strong background in blockchain communications, Pauline discusses the company’s mission to make Bitcoin and cryptocurrency trading fast, secure, and accessible — without the need for complex registrations or centralized control. She also shares insights into leading a marketing team in the rapidly changing Web3 ecosystem, and what’s next for ChangeNOW as a pioneer in crypto swaps and DeFi integration.💡 In this episode:• How ChangeNOW enables instant Bitcoin and crypto exchanges• Pauline Shangett’s path from blockchain marketing to Web3 leadership• The importance of user-friendly crypto platforms for mass adoption• How Bitcoin, Ethereum, and multi-chain interoperability shape the future of DeFi• Marketing lessons from building global trust in the crypto industry🎧 A must-listen for anyone interested in Bitcoin adoption, crypto marketing, and the infrastructure powering instant digital asset swaps.🎙️ Host: Dustin Plantholt – Bitcoin.com Interviews🔗 Bitcoin.com💼 Episode Partner: Bitcoin.com Exchange – Trade Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ripple, Litecoin, and top digital assets globally.🔗 https://exchange.bitcoin.com

Scott Melker, widely known as The Wolf of All Streets, joins Dustin Plantholt on Bitcoin.com Interviews to share his journey from music to markets — and how he became one of the most trusted voices in Bitcoin and cryptocurrency trading.In this insightful conversation, Scott discusses his views on Bitcoin’s market cycles, crypto investing strategies, and the mindset required to build long-term financial freedom through blockchain and digital assets. From technical trading to emotional discipline, this episode dives deep into what it takes to thrive in the volatile world of crypto.💡 In this episode:• Scott Melker’s journey into Bitcoin and the crypto markets• Lessons from the bull and bear cycles of cryptocurrency• Trading psychology and risk management for Bitcoin traders• The future of crypto adoption and decentralized finance• Why education and community matter in the digital asset revolution🎧 A high-energy discussion on Bitcoin trading, crypto strategy, and the pursuit of financial sovereignty through blockchain innovation.🎙️ Host: Dustin Plantholt – Bitcoin.com Interviews🔗 Bitcoin.com🎁 Episode Partner: Manscaped – Makers of The Lawn Mower™ 3.0, featuring third-generation design, precision power, and SkinSafe™ Technology for the ultimate grooming experience.Featuring keywords: Bitcoin, cryptocurrency trading, blockchain, Bitcoin.com, Scott Melker, The Wolf of All Streets, crypto markets, decentralized finance, crypto investing, Bitcoin.com Interviews.

Philip Moore, Chief Operating Officer of Frontier, joins Dustin Plantholt on Bitcoin.com Interviews for an in-depth conversation about the evolution of decentralised finance (DeFi), multi-chain wallets, and how platforms like Frontier are helping users manage and grow their Bitcoin and crypto portfolios.Frontier empowers users to seamlessly interact with DeFi protocols across multiple blockchains, offering secure access to staking, trading, and asset management — all from one intuitive wallet. Philip shares insights into how Frontier bridges traditional finance with the Web3 ecosystem, and why Bitcoin’s integration into DeFi marks a major step toward a truly decentralised economy.💡 In this episode:• How Frontier simplifies access to DeFi, Bitcoin, and Web3 assets• The future of decentralised finance and cross-chain interoperability• Building secure, user-friendly wallets for mass crypto adoption• Philip Moore’s insights on leadership, innovation, and scalability in Web3• Why Bitcoin remains the foundation for DeFi’s next growth phase🎧 A must-listen for anyone exploring Bitcoin DeFi, multi-chain wallets, and the technology shaping the next wave of decentralised finance.🎙️ Host: Dustin Plantholt – Bitcoin.com Interviews🔗 Bitcoin.com💼 Episode Partner: Bitcoin.com Exchange – Trade Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ripple, Litecoin, and top digital assets globally.🔗 https://exchange.bitcoin.com

Ruben Merre, CEO and co-founder of Ngrave, joins Dustin Plantholt on Bitcoin.com Interviews to explore the cutting edge of crypto security, self-custody, and cold wallet innovation.Ngrave offers a fully offline, end-to-end hardware wallet solution designed to protect digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum with military-grade encryption and biometric authentication. Ruben shares how Ngrave’s technology empowers users to achieve true ownership, privacy, and peace of mind in the world of decentralized finance.💡 In this episode:• How Ngrave redefines cold storage for Bitcoin and crypto assets• The importance of self-custody and key management security• Ruben’s vision for user sovereignty in Web3 and DeFi• The challenges of designing secure yet user-friendly hardware wallets• Insights into Ngrave’s ecosystem and future roadmap🎧 A must-listen for anyone serious about Bitcoin wallet security, self-custody, and protecting digital wealth in an evolving crypto landscape.🎙️ Host: Dustin Plantholt – Bitcoin.com Interviews🔗 Bitcoin.com🎁 Episode Partner: Manscaped – Makers of The Lawn Mower™ 3.0, featuring third-generation design, precision power, and SkinSafe™ Technology for a superior grooming experience.

George Zarya, CEO and founder of Bequant, joins Dustin Plantholt on Bitcoin.com Interviews to discuss how Bequant is shaping the future of institutional crypto trading, digital asset liquidity, and exchange infrastructure.With years of experience in both traditional finance and blockchain innovation, George shares how Bequant bridges professional trading systems with the world of Bitcoin and digital assets, empowering institutions to participate securely and efficiently in the crypto economy.💡 In this episode:• George Zarya’s journey from finance to crypto entrepreneurship• How Bequant provides liquidity and infrastructure for digital asset markets• Institutional adoption of Bitcoin and crypto trading platforms• The values and leadership principles driving Bequant’s growth• Insights on global regulation, scalability, and market evolution🎧 A powerful discussion on Bitcoin’s institutional future, exchange technology, and the entrepreneurs driving crypto’s next wave of innovation.🎙️ Host: Dustin Plantholt – Bitcoin.com Interviews🔗 Bitcoin.com💼 Episode Partner: Bitcoin.com Exchange – Trade Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ripple, Litecoin, and top digital assets worldwide.🔗 https://exchange.bitcoin.com