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Coinbase CTO Emilie Choi interviewed on 'Unchained' podcast

Emilie Choi, Coinbase CTO, discusses institutional adoption and Bitcoin ecosystem developments on the 'Unchained' podcast.

On June 9, 2019, the 'Unchained' podcast, hosted by Laura Shin, featured an in-depth interview with Emilie Choi, Chief Technology Officer at Coinbase. Choi discussed the accelerating institutional adoption of Bitcoin, sharing insights on the infrastructure developments required to support large-scale custody, trading, and compliance needs.

She highlighted Coinbase Custody's initiatives to provide secure storage solutions, the company's approach to multi-signature wallets, and how technological improvements were enabling professional investors to confidently engage with Bitcoin and other digital assets. The podcast also covered challenges in regulatory coordination across jurisdictions and the need for reliable market data.

The conversation, reaching thousands of crypto enthusiasts globally, emphasized the broader ecosystem’s growth, with Coinbase serving as a pivotal bridge between retail users and institutional participants. Choi underscored the importance of Layer 2 technologies like the Lightning Network for scalability, and the role of developer tools and educational initiatives in fostering adoption.Media coverage and social media buzz following the podcast highlighted Coinbase's influence in shaping industry best practices and investor confidence.