082 - Timestamping Truth: Bitcoin's Blockchain as Unbreakable Digital Proof

082 - Timestamping Truth: Bitcoin's Blockchain as Unbreakable Digital Proof

Author: Lynne Bairstow, Israel Munoz November 5, 2025 Duration: 52:14

In this episode, Carlos Toriello from Simple Proof discusses the evolution of his company, which focuses on verifying information integrity using Bitcoin technology. He shares insights on the challenges of public sector adoption, the role of open time-stamps, and the potential threats posed by AI-generated fakes.

The conversation also covers the journey of Simple Proof in securing funding and its future prospects, including innovative use cases for time-stamping public records and surveillance footage.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Simple Proof and Its Origins
06:46 Expanding Use Cases Beyond Elections
12:41 Efficient Use of Bitcoin for Information Integrity
17:31 The Importance of Bitcoin's Security and Neutrality
22:28 Real-World Applications and Public Perception
28:26 Addressing AI Threats to Public Records
34:44 The Role of Bitcoin in Digital Evidence
37:34 Funding and Growth Journey of SimpleProof
42:16 Consumer-Facing Innovations and Use Cases
48:06 Challenges in Educating Public Officials
49:55 Integrating Surveillance with Time-Stamping Technology

References
https://www.simpleproof.com/
https://x.com/carlostoriello

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

Prior Episode:
https://youtu.be/OC3yo8oJaBE?si=VzxiZEbdn4bWuhvF

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