Bitcoin in 2025: 5 Costly Mistakes to Watch Out For

This content is provided by a sponsor. Bitcoin keeps breaking records in 2025, but some old misconceptions are still costing people money. Whether you’re holding for the long term or just getting started, misunderstandings about Bitcoin can lead to missed opportunities, poor decisions, or unnecessary risk. Some think they’ve already missed their chance. Others assume … Read more

Latam Insights Encore: El Salvador’s IMF Bitcoin-Fueled Defiance Was a Fugazi

Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and crypto news from the past week. This edition explores how the Salvadoran government’s confusing communication policy has led to a decline in its standing within the bitcoin community. Latam Insights Encore: El Salvador Bitcoin Allegiance Is No More, Bitcoin Purchases … Read more

The Hard Road’s Behind Us, the Easy Is Ahead

Last week bitcoin didn’t just tiptoe past its former highs, it obliterated them, surging to an unprecedented $118,000 and triggering over $1 billion in short liquidations. With psychological resistance cleared and strong hands in control, the path to $250K may be wide open. This editorial is from last week’s edition of the Week in Review … Read more

CBDC in Plain Sight: Are Stablecoins the Hidden Blueprint for a US Digital Dollar?

Stablecoins, digital currencies pegged to the U.S. dollar, have surged in popularity, but their quiet resilience under slim regulatory scrutiny may signal a deeper role as a testing ground for a central bank digital currency (CBDC). Stablecoins and the Silent Rise of a Central Bank Digital Dollar These blockchain-based tokens, designed to maintain a stable … Read more

Latam Insights Encore: US Senate’s Weaponization of Bitcoin Ownership Should Raise Concerns

Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and crypto news from the past week. This edition explores how the U.S. Senate is weaponizing bitcoin against El Salvador in a politicized attempt to sanction Bukele’s administration on alleged human rights violations. Latam Insights Encore: U.S. Senate Weaponizes Bitcoin Against … Read more

Fat Protocols Are Out, Fat Apps Are In

Last week, markets took a breather from headline-driven volatility, while institutional bitcoin accumulation continued. Meanwhile, tokenized equities made their debut, and a broader reckoning is underway as investors question the Fat Protocol thesis. This editorial is from last week’s edition of the Week in Review newsletter. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the editorial … Read more

While the West Chases Memecoins and ETFs, Africa is Building Blockchain Resilience

In Western Europe and North America, decentralised finance, referred to in common terms as DeFi, is largely seen through the lens of investment. The following guest post/opinion editorial was written by Kamal Youssefi, President of The Hashgraph Association. How Blockchain Can Replace Broken Financial Systems Asset managers involved in DeFi are promoting products that include … Read more

No, the NSA Did Not Invent Bitcoin

There is no credible evidence that the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) created Bitcoin, and comparisons between Bitcoin’s white paper and a 1996 NSA paper on electronic cash are extremely misleading at best. No Smoking Gun: The NSA’s 1996 Paper Is Not Bitcoin, and It’s Not Even Close Conspiracy theories flourish in the absence of … Read more

Inside Trezor Academy: What We’ve Learned from Teaching 1,500+ Students

Op-Ed by Josef, Trezor Academy Lead Around the world, millions of people lack access to trusted financial systems. In regions where inflation is rampant or banking infrastructure is absent, the promise of bitcoin is not theoretical — it’s practical. But the tools and knowledge needed to use bitcoin safely remain out of reach for many. … Read more