Author: bitstop_boss

  • A summary of the Bitcoin panel between Elon Musk, Jack Dorsey and Cathie Wood

    A summary of the Bitcoin panel between Elon Musk, Jack Dorsey and Cathie Wood

    There was a recent panel discussion at the ₿ Word virtual event between Jack Dorsey from Square, Elon Musk from Tesla Motors and Cathie Wood from Ark Invest and Moderator Steve Lee, Lead at Square Crypto. The B word is a Bitcoin focused initiative that aims to demystify and destigmatize mainstream narratives about Bitcoin and explain how institutions can embrace Bitcoin. The discussion addressed topics such as: what makes Bitcoin special,…

  • Have Hope. Bitcoin WILL change Cuba

    Have Hope. Bitcoin WILL change Cuba

    With the crisis going on in Cuba right now, I felt that now would be a good time to put out some of my thoughts on this topic. It’s deeply personal to me as half of my family comes from Cuba. My grandmother and grandfather fled the country to escape the communist Castro regime. We…

  • China’s Recent Mining Ban Makes Bitcoin Stronger

    China’s Recent Mining Ban Makes Bitcoin Stronger

    Introduction I wanted to publish some of my thoughts on the recent Bitcoin mining ban in China along with some data sources which I believe provide helpful context and draw powerful conclusions. What happened? China’s State Council, or cabinet, vowed to crack down on mining in late May, seeking to fend off financial risks after the global…

  • If It’s Too Good To Be True: Beware of Scams

    If It’s Too Good To Be True: Beware of Scams

    Bitcoin’s greatest advantage is giving the user complete control over their funds. Your bitcoin is controlled only by you, not a bank, a credit card company or any other intermediary. However, these most beneficial features may also pose a threat to inexperienced users. Bitcoin transactions are irreversible and permanent, there are no charge back’s and…