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Critics like John Quiggin question bitcoin’s legitimacy, comparing it to worthless assets, but the value of any commodity, including bitcoin, often depends on community recognition and market demand. The analogy of the diamond rush in Zimbabwe illustrates that value is often realized only when a market exists. Australian Treasurer Wants Country to Be Proactive When … Read more
Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from the past week. This edition examines the defiant stance of El Salvador’s government on bitcoin and how Bukele will continue to push for its adoption and purchases despite the recently issued IMF deal. Latam Insights Encore: El … Read more
If the United States boldly leaps into action with a strategic bitcoin reserve under the Trump administration, this daring move could spark a worldwide financial upheaval, crowning bitcoin proponents as the ultimate guardians of freedom in a crumbling fiat realm. Here’s a theoretical tale on how this strategic bitcoin stash and the rise of bitcoin’s … Read more
Last week was marked by bitcoin’s resilience and worries about mining centralization. Fartcoin’s rise to an all-time high added an unexpected layer of humor. This editorial is from last week’s edition of the Week in Review newsletter. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the editorial the second it’s finished. From Mining Centralization Worries to … Read more
Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from last week. This edition examines how El Salvador might leverage its newfound gold reserves to increase its bitcoin stash, becoming richer in just one trade. Latam Insights Encore: El Salvador Might Follow Michael Saylor’s Playbook, Using Gold … Read more
Bitcoin’s historic rally last week didn’t happen in isolation—it came amid a surge of retail investors, Ethereum ETF inflows, and more. This editorial is from last week’s edition of the Week in Review newsletter. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the editorial the second it’s finished. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the Return of Retail Bitcoin … Read more
It’s 2009. You wake up to the sound of the whistling wind, cracking fall leaves, and a neighbor’s lawn mower in the distance. You open your blinds to rays of sunlight so radiant your skin warms. You finish your morning routine and meet the rest of your family downstairs for a home-cooked breakfast and good … Read more
Bitcoin has crossed the $100,000 milestone, solidifying its place as the leading cryptocurrency. Its dominance stems from Metcalfe’s Law and its unmatched network effects, making it the most secure and widely recognized crypto asset. But Bitcoin is often seen as “digital gold”, a store of value rather than a platform for innovation. This narrative, while … Read more
For decades, the big banks have had us all on a leash. They control our savings, dictate our loans, and profit off the very money they “lend” us—money they didn’t even have to begin with. If you think about it, it’s an elaborate game of Monopoly where the banker always wins, and the rest of … Read more
Two weeks ago, bitcoin’s march toward $100K hit a temporary pause, while Pump.fun showed us the unsettling side of financialization coupled with livestreaming. This editorial is from last week’s edition of the Week in Review newsletter. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the editorial the second it’s finished. Bitcoin, ETH Capitulation, and Pump.fun Craziness … Read more
