BTC237: Bitcoin & the Insurance Industry w/ Garrett Johnston (Bitcoin Podcast)
Show Notes
Garrett Johnston shares why Bitcoin—not crypto—should be the foundation for insurance innovation. We explore regulatory friction, risk evolution, and strategic adoption for carriers and corporates.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
00:00 - Intro
04:57 - How digital asset risk profiles evolve as companies scale
16:09 - The case for Bitcoin in insurance company treasuries
16:15 - Why Bitcoin enhances risk-adjusted returns in institutional portfolios
21:39 - Why current regulatory frameworks hinder BTC adoption
21:54 - How NAIC rules classify BTC as a non-admitted asset
22:07 - The importance of state-by-state education and reform
30:28 - Gaps in current insurance coverage for Bitcoin-native businesses
45:03 -Why “Bitcoin not crypto” is critical in traditional insurance circles
47:12 - ESG misconceptions about Bitcoin in insurance contexts
48:26 - Game theory behind state-level regulatory adoption (e.g., NH SBR)
49:39 - AI’s emerging role in insurance and supply chain risk analysis
Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.
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