DOWNLOAD YOUR COPY OF THE BITCOIN-FOR-BUSINESS QUICK START GUIDE This free, 27-page resource includes:Six ways ANY business can benefit from BitcoinSome of the best Bitcoin-only businesses to partner withKey Bitcoin concepts for people getting startedMike Carson, founder of Spaces Protocol, is revolutionizing digital identity with a decentralized system on Bitcoin that empowers user control. As the owner of Friendster.com, he’s planning a reboot to give users ownership of their data. Previously, Carson founded and exited Park.io, co-founded WizeHive, which hit $10 million in revenue and managed three ICANN-accredited registrars. An early Bitcoin advocate, he’s been active in the community since 2013, running one of the first Lightning nodes and pioneering real-world Bitcoin transactions. 🌐 CONNECT WITH MIKE𝕏  X: @ca98am79 on X 🌍 Website: Mike 's Website 🌐 CONNECT WITH JOSH𝕏  X:@joshuafriedeman 🔗 LinkedIn:@joshuafriedeman 📺 YouTube:@joshuafriedeman TAKEAWAYSMike Carson emphasizes the importance of decentralized identity, allowing users to own their names without third-party control. The Spaces Protocol offers a new approach to digital identity using Bitcoin, enabling user empowerment and data ownership. Early Bitcoin adopters, like Carson, see the potential for newcomers to still benefit from buying bitcoin today. Carson's experience with the Lightning Network illustrates the importance of being involved in emerging technologies early on. The auction system for names in the Spaces Protocol ensures fairness and prevents domain squatting by individuals. Understanding bitcoin's simplicity can help demystify it for those who are new. SHOW PARTNERSMentioned in this episode:Strong Wealth: Wealth Management for Bitcoiners, by BitcoinersVelas Commerce: Biz Tech Meets BitcoinDOWNLOAD YOUR COPY OF THE BITCOIN-FOR-BUSINESS QUICK START GUIDE