Columns

A reflection on crypto’s evolution from 2015 to 2025, discussing the shift from hype to infrastructure, regulatory progress, and the maturing market.

This column draws a parallel between Bitcoin’s potential centralization and France’s defunct Minitel network, arguing that while Bitcoin’s architecture is open, its practical use depends on user vigilance against gatekeeping.

Traditional saving methods no longer beat inflation, making Bitcoin allocation a prudent risk management strategy for investors.

In a keynote at Bitcoin Amsterdam, Jordy den Toom argues that with the traditional financial pillars of saving, housing, and pensions failing Generation Z, Bitcoin offers a necessary new foundation for building wealth and securing a financial future.

This column explores how the U.S. weaponization of the dollar is prompting nations to seek alternatives. With trust in the greenback eroding, countries are looking for a neutral reserve asset, positioning Bitcoin as a potential contender for a new global reserve currency.

The author argues that Bitcoin’s real underlying value is not ideological but the energy (electricity) used to mine it, providing a tangible backing for the cryptocurrency.