In this episode of The Bitcoin Business Podcast , host Brandon Karpeles sits down with Rick , co-founder of CryptoCloaks , a Bitcoin hardware company that started as a small 3D printing project and grew into one of the most recognized names in Bitcoin manufacturing. Rick shares how a passion for tinkering and problem-solving turned into a full-time business serving Bitcoiners worldwide. What began as printing node cases and hardware mounts quickly evolved into designing and producing high-quality, functional Bitcoin tools built entirely in-house. They discuss: How CryptoCloaks grew from a garage startup into a full-fledged business The challenges of scaling physical Bitcoin products without outside funding Why freedom, self-custody, and quality are at the heart of their work How Bitcoin businesses succeed by focusing on value, not hype The importance of independence in Bitcoin manufacturing Rick’s story embodies the Bitcoin ethos—building real things, solving real problems, and keeping it all sovereign. CryptoCloaks: https://cryptocloaks.com Follow Rick on X: https://x.com/cryptocloaks Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite , you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Visit bitcoinwell.com/sovreign to get started today. Go here: Sovreign.io/resources Go here: Sovreign.io/contact Connect with Brandon: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-karpeles-b122b45/ Nostr: @plebiAnon Connect with Sovreign LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/officialsovreign X: @sovreignX Sponsor: Bitcoin WellWant Free Bitcoin Resources?Interested in a free 30-minute consultation to discuss Bitcoin in your business?
