090 - Gaming as the Gateway: ZBD's Path to Universal Bitcoin Payments

In this episode, André Neves, CTO and co-founder of ZBD, shares his journey into the world of Bitcoin and the Lightning Network. He discusses the evolution of payment systems, particularly in the gaming industry, and how ZBD aims to revolutionize transactions through Bitcoin.

The conversation also touches on the integration of AI agents with Bitcoin, the importance of open source development, and the future of financial inclusion through gaming. André emphasizes the need for a seamless user experience and the potential for Bitcoin to become a medium of exchange rather than just a store of value.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

03:26 André Neves' Journey into Bitcoin

05:57 The Evolution of the Lightning Network

09:57 ZBD's Role in the Gaming Industry

14:57 The Future of Gaming and Payments

19:12 The Impact of Lightning on Transactions

23:50 Expanding Beyond Gaming: Other Applications

28:54 AI Agents and Bitcoin Integration

34:48 The Future of AI and Bitcoin Transactions

37:56 Financial Inclusion through Gaming

41:51 Onboarding Users to Bitcoin

46:00 ZBD's Commitment to Bitcoin Only

48:56 Looking Ahead: ZBD's Future Plans

54:01 The Importance of Open Source Development

References

https://zbdpay.com/https://x.com/andreneves

https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin

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