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BTC188: Claude Shannon and Information Theory with Jimmy Soni (Bitcoin Podcast)

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In this episode of the Bitcoin Fundamentals Podcast, Jimmy Soni, author of "A Mind at Play" and "The Founders," joins us to discuss the life and work of Claude Shannon. We explore Shannon's groundbreaking contributions to information theory, including the concept of entropy and its importance in data transmission. Jimmy explains how Shannon's work laid the foundation for many of the technologies we take for granted today, including Bitcoin and blockchain technology. We also touch on stories from "The Founders," highlighting the tech pioneers and their innovative contributions. Join us for an in-depth discussion on information theory, Bitcoin, and the history of technology.


IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00 - Intro

02:06 - The life and work of Claude Shannon, the father of information theory.

07:10 - The foundational role of Shannon's work in modern technology.

20:31 - The relevance of information theory to Bitcoin and blockchain.

20:52 - Stories from Jimmy Soni's book "The Founders" about tech pioneers.

28:58 - How Shannon's concept of entropy relates to data transmission.

32:52 - Insights into the problem-solving approaches of early tech innovators.

40:42 - How Bitcoin investors can apply Shannon's principles to their strategies.

55:16 - The impact of Shannon's interdisciplinary approach on his innovations.


Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.


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