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SNL #214: Trump Orders Federal Agencies to ‘immediately cease’ Using Anthropic
Mar 9, 2026
- Trump directed federal agencies to stop using Anthropic AI.
- Concerns arise over AI's regulation amid escalating political tensions.
- This move signals a significant shift in government AI strategy.
SNL #212: Your AI girlfriend
Feb 23, 2026
- AI girlfriends may address loneliness in tech culture.
- BIP-110 proposals could lead to contentious Bitcoin forks.
- Upcoming BTC Prague event highlights Bitcoin's vibrant community.
SNL #211: I Effed around and Found out with PlebPoet
Feb 16, 2026
- Users exploring Open Claw found significant benefits.
- Risks associated with third-party skills and security were highlighted.
- Future implications of encryption and data privacy were discussed.
SNL #210: Make Something Bots Want with John Carvalho
Feb 9, 2026
- John Carvalho critiques the polarized views of Noster users.
- He emphasizes PubKey's unique approach to digital identity and trust.
- The atomic economy aims to enhance user control and scalability.
SNL #209: The Front Page of the Agent Internet
Feb 2, 2026
- A Bitcoin standard might reduce unethical animal research.
- Government funding is a major driver of harmful experiments.
- Private sector accountability could lead to better animal welfare outcomes.
SNL #208: AI Hack for Freedom
Jan 26, 2026
- AI hackathons are now focused on real-world problems.
- Developers work directly with activists to create impactful solutions.
- New software development opportunities arise from collaborative environments.
SNL #206: Prompt Injection Payload
Jan 12, 2026
- Venezuela faces uncertainty after the removal of Maduro.
- Peer-to-peer Bitcoin trading reveals notable inefficiencies.
- Transaction costs challenge the effectiveness of decentralized exchanges.
SNL #205: The Quiet Departure
Jan 5, 2026
- A squatter in Amsterdam finds inventive solutions for housing.
- An anonymous pilot discovers Bitcoin, linking it to his engineering background.
- Both stories reflect societal shifts and alternative lifestyles.
SNL #204: Stablecoin Evolution
Dec 29, 2025
- The evolution of stablecoins is ongoing and complex.
- Squatting stories reveal unique social dynamics in Amsterdam.
- Cultural narratives about money and property continue to shift.
BONUS EP: SNL DVD 100
Dec 26, 2025
- The IMF pushes El Salvador to drop Bitcoin as legal tender.
- Bukele responds with defiance and humor, showcasing a divide in financial authority.
- Young Bitcoiners, like Jimmy Song, gain respect through grassroots efforts in adoption.
SNL #203: Adventures in Extreme Vibecoding
Dec 22, 2025
- Non-bank entities are increasingly dominating business loans.
- Banks now leverage regulatory gaps for lending strategies.
- Bitcoin's price dynamics reveal long-term risks for MicroStrategy.
SNL #201: The Normalization of Deviance
Dec 8, 2025
- The term 'toxic Bitcoin maximalism' traces back to Vitalik Buterin.
- Recent discussions highlight its shift from insult to badge of pride among Bitcoiners.
- Accepting Bitcoin as rent is becoming increasingly common among landlords.