In the blockchain world, few people are as brave as Tim Swanson when it comes to busting hype. Tim’s unbiased, honest, and sometimes controversial opinions provide a refreshingly realistic view of blockchain adoption and applications of this technology by people and businesses. Cutting through the hype, the over-sold press releases ad the blind optimism of a completely decentralized economy, Tim’s insights provide a sobering look at the state of the blockchain.
Topics covered in this episode:
Tim’s background and recent departure from R3
The current state of the enterprise blockchain market
The state of Bitcoin in the context of the recent price increase
Tim’s thoughts on the recent spike in ICO’s
The rumors and concerns surrounding Bitfinex and Tether
The rise of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies as an asset class
Current problems in Bitcoin: governance and centralization of power
Tim’s new project: Post Oak Labs
Episode links:
Tim's Blog: Great Wall of Numbers
Bitcoin Is Now Just A Ticker Symbol and Stopped Being Permissionless Years Ago
Who are the administrators of blockchains?
Eight Things Cryptocurrency Enthusiasts Probably Won’t Tell You
Post Oak Labs
This episode is hosted by Brian Fabian Crain and Sébastien Couture. Show notes and listening options: epicenter.tv/213