0:00narrator intro point1
A well-lit medium shot frames an East Asian man, approximately 25-35 years old, facing the camera directly. He is positioned centrally, speaking engagingly with a slight smile and expressive hand gestures. The background is a clean, minimalist interior space with light grey walls, suggesting a modern apartment or office. A faint reflection of a ring light is visible in his eyes, indicating professional lighting. A black lavalier microphone is clipped to his shirt. The overall color palette is neutral and bright, with the man's grey and navy t-shirt providing the main color. Two text overlays are present: a large blue rectangular bar at the bottom half of the screen reads "3 Things About Bitcoin" in white sans-serif font, and below it, smaller white text reads "Still think Bitcoin is".
0:04animated bitcoin visual
The scene features an animated, metallic gold Bitcoin coin spinning in a dark, star-filled void. Tiny white particles resembling dust or stars float around. The coin, detailed with the Bitcoin 'B' logo, transitions into a tall, polished gold cylindrical structure that extends upwards out of view. As it transforms, white particles continue to drift, creating a sense of depth in the dark space. The lighting is focused, creating reflections on the metallic surfaces. A blue rectangular text overlay at the bottom reads "#1: There will only ever be 21 million Bitcoins" in white sans-serif font, reinforcing the on-screen animation's message.
0:07narrator explaining supply
The shot returns to the East Asian male, framed from the chest up against the same light grey wall. He maintains an engaging expression, speaking directly to the camera with active hand gestures. The lighting remains bright and even. The blue rectangular text overlay persists, now stating "Bitcoin supply is fixed and predictable" in white font. The minimalist background features a slightly visible doorway to the left and a white wardrobe or cabinet to the right, maintaining a clean and uncluttered aesthetic.
0:10b roll money printing
A close-up, slightly angled shot captures a money printing machine in action. Large sheets of U.S. hundred-dollar bills are being fed through rollers, with President Benjamin Franklin's portrait visible on the bills. The green and off-white color palette of the currency dominates the frame. The lighting is bright and industrial, highlighting the texture of the paper and the mechanical elements. The bills appear to be coming out freshly printed. A white text overlay at the bottom reads "Unlike dollars, which have been recklessly printed" in a sans-serif font.
0:12narrator explaining lost bitcoin
The scene reverts to the East Asian male, framed from the chest up, speaking directly to the camera with a serious yet engaging expression. He uses hand gestures to enumerate points, first holding up two fingers and then making a gesture with his right hand. The background is consistent with previous indoor shots, featuring a light grey wall and a white cabinet. A blue rectangular text overlay at the bottom clearly states "#2: ~3.7 million Bitcoins are permanently lost" in white sans-serif font.
0:18image man james wales
A static medium close-up shot presents a headshot of a Caucasian man, likely in his 30s, with a very short buzz cut and a short beard/stubble. He has light blue eyes and a neutral, slightly inquisitive expression. He wears a black polo shirt with a zipper placket. The background is a plain, light grey wall. A white text overlay at the bottom reads "James from Wales" in a sans-serif font, identifying the subject of the photo.
0:19image hand holding harddrive
A static close-up shot shows a pale-skinned hand holding an open laptop hard drive against a plain, light grey background. The hard drive is dark metallic with visible silver platters and circuit board components. The hand's fingers are wrapped around the drive, displaying fingernails. The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the technical details of the hardware. A white text overlay at the bottom reads "once threw out a hard drive" in a sans-serif font.
0:21screenshot news article
A screenshot of a news article is displayed, showing text and a small, blurry image of two men in suits at the top. The article's text is predominantly black on a white background, with some words highlighted in orange, such as "his ex-girlfriend" and "8,000 bitcoins". Key phrases discuss a 'Newport council' and a 'landfill site'. The overall composition focuses on the text, with the image serving as a minor contextual element. A white text overlay is partially obscured by the blue bar from the previous scene, but the legible part says "containing 8,000 Bitcoins" in a sans-serif font.
0:23b roll landfill
An aerial wide shot captures a vast landfill site. The ground is covered with various types of waste, forming large, irregular mounds. Two large yellow construction vehicles, possibly excavators or bulldozers, are visible in the lower-middle portion of the frame, actively working or positioned within the refuse. The color palette is dominated by muted browns, greys, and yellows of the machinery and waste. The lighting is overcast, giving a flat, diffused look. A white text overlay at the bottom reads "Now buried somewhere in a landfill" in a sans-serif font.
0:25screen recording coinbase converter
A clean, bright screen recording displays the Coinbase 'Convert Bitcoin BTC to United States Dollar USD' interface on a mobile device. The screen is predominantly white with blue accents for buttons and text. The current conversion rate is shown. A user inputs '8000' into the BTC field, and the USD equivalent, '$839915320.00', instantly appears below. The overall impression is clean, functional, and user-friendly. A white text overlay at the bottom reads "That would be worth more than $800 million today" in a sans-serif font.
0:28narrator explaining performance
The East Asian male is once again in a medium shot, against the familiar light grey background. He gestures with three fingers, indicating the third point, and maintains an enthusiastic, confident demeanor. The lighting is consistent and flattering. The blue rectangular text overlay displays "#3: Bitcoin is the best performing asset of the last decade" in white sans-serif font, highlighting his statement.
0:32table asset returns
A screen recording shows a table titled 'Asset Returns' on a white textured background, possibly paper. The table compares 'Bitcoin', 'S&P500', 'Gold', 'Crude Oil', '5-Year Treasuries', and '10-Year Treasuries' across different time periods (YTD, 1-Year, 3-Year, 5-Year, 10-Year Returns). The 'Bitcoin' column is highlighted with an orange rectangular border, showing significantly higher returns, particularly the '10-Year Returns' at 26,931.1%. Later, the '5-Year Treasuries' and '10-Year Treasuries' columns are highlighted in red, and then 'Gold' in red. White text overlays at the bottom appear sequentially: "outperforming stocks,", "bonds,", "real estate and gold". The overall impression is data-driven and illustrative.
0:36narrator coinbase promotion
The scene returns to the East Asian male, framed in a medium shot against the consistent light grey background. He speaks with a friendly, inviting tone, using open hand gestures to welcome viewers. His expression is warm and encouraging. The lighting is soft and even. No text overlays are present in this segment, allowing the narrator's message about Coinbase to be the sole focus. He maintains direct eye contact with the camera, enhancing engagement.
0:46screen recording coinbase app
A screen recording of a smartphone (iPhone model) displays the Coinbase app's initial screens. The phone is white, set against a pale blue-grey background. The Coinbase logo, a large blue 'C' shape, is prominent on the white app screen. Text options like 'Sign in', 'Create free account', and 'Browse assets' are visible. A blue progress bar or loading animation is briefly seen, indicating app functionality. The interface is clean and minimal, designed for ease of use.
0:49narrator call to action
The final live-action shot features the East Asian male, from the chest up, addressing the camera with a final, encouraging smile. He makes a final hand gesture. The consistent light grey background and even lighting are present. There are no text overlays. His expression is friendly and slightly persuasive, concluding his message with a clear call to action.
0:51coinbase outro screen
A full-screen graphic displays the Coinbase logo and website on a vibrant royal blue background. The Coinbase logo is white, with a stylized 'coinbase' text and 'coinbase.com/signup' below it. Two app store buttons are present: 'App Store' (white text on grey) and 'Google Play' (white text on grey). Below these, a white disclaimer text is visible: "Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes and is not investment advice. This is not a recommendation to buy or sell a particular digital asset or to employ a particular investment strategy." The overall aesthetic is professional, branded, and informative.
