Bitcoin: A Marxist fantasy in disguise?
I must begin with a methodological and almost moral precaution: Bitcoin has no ideology. It has no flag, no party…
María Corina Machado: The woman who made democracy smile — and Bitcoin
In an electric Oslo, the Nobel Committee chose this morning to crown María Corina Machado for her “tireless fight for human rights…
Bitcoin could mark the new face of Syria
Syria has been marked by armed conflict and alarming economic instability since 2011. However, on December 8, 2024...
Bitcoin is a “necessary financial tool” for emerging countries, according to the IMF
The IMF has published a study, “A Primer on Bitcoin: Cross-Border Flows Measurement and Drivers,” which highlights the cross-border flows…
Who is Ludwig von Mises and what is his connection to Bitcoin?
During his recent UFC fight, which he won, Brazilian MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) champion Renato Moicano gave a speech…
History of the CFA Franc in Africa: Origins, Contestations and Bitcoin
In Africa, the CFA franc has a complex and increasingly controversial history. Originally, the acronym CFA stood for "colonial franc…
Frank Karsten's "Beyond Democracy": Democracy is a disaster
Democracy is often considered the best political system imaginable. However, authors Frank Karsten and Karel Beckman…
Without women, Bitcoin cannot become a “universal currency”
Bitcoin is attracting more and more investors and users around the world. However, there is an imbalance of…
Julian Assange, WikiLeaks and the Bitcoin connection
The recent death of Alexei Navalny – the causes of which are still unknown today – has stirred up a lot of emotion across…
Bitcoin, the ideal currency of the extropians?
Extropian? The word may not mean anything to you. However, you certainly know people who identify as extropian. One of the…
Is Javier Milei really the “pro-bitcoin” president we are led to believe?
Libertarian candidate Javier Milei was elected Argentina's new president on November 20. Described as "pro-bitcoin" by many…
Why did Satoshi Nakamoto never want to reveal his identity?
If there's one thing that might surprise someone new to Bitcoin, it's learning that the identity of its creator, Satoshi…
How could Bitcoin deter states from waging war?
The rapid and growing adoption of Bitcoin across the world has sparked debate about its potential role in transforming…
The surprising link between the Stones of Yap and Bitcoin
The world has seen the emergence of many forms of currency over the centuries, ranging from shells and beads to coins…
I love you, me neither: Why are banks interested in Bitcoin today?
Since its inception in 2009, Bitcoin has received mixed reactions from banks and financial institutions. However, at…
Beyond Left and Right: Why We Need to Depoliticize Bitcoin
While some see cryptocurrencies as a revolutionary means of payment and an alternative to financial systems...
Debunking: 7 preconceptions about Bitcoin that are important to correct
Bitcoin is a divisive topic that can spark heated debates, often fueled by personal opinions. There are those who…
Blockchain could eliminate electoral fraud and clean up democracies
The electoral system is a good barometer for measuring the degree of freedom in a democracy. The freer and fairer the elections,…