Why Open Source Isn’t Just a Feature — Matej Žák, CEO of Trezor on Bitcoin’s Transparency Ethos

Bitcoin.com News Interviews · Oct 29, 2025 · 45m

In crypto, open source isn’t optional — it’s the foundation. Matej Žák, CEO of Trezor, joins the Bitcoin.com News Podcast to explain why true security in Bitcoin depends on transparency, not secrecy. From the evolution of hardware wallets to the philosophy behind self-custody, Matej unpacks how open source principles protect users, empower innovation, and uphold Bitcoin’s core ethos of freedom.Timestamps:00:00 The Open Source Ethos of Bitcoin03:07 Matej Žák’s Journey to Trezor06:09 Understanding Hardware Wallets08:50 The Importance of Security in Crypto11:51 The Rise of Crypto Phones and…