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 how bitcoin can help grow El Salvador’s tourism industry. Latam Insights Encore: El Salvador’s Bitcoin Push Will Bring Its Tourism Industry to New Heights The Salvadoran tourism industry is having a […]
Last week Bitcoin entered 2025 with a quiet consolidation, but the crypto landscape is anything but static. 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. Predictions for a Year of Renewal, Growth, and AI Revolution Happy New […]
With Bitcoin—a 21st-century newcomer—at an all-time high and blockchain technology at a pivotal juncture, it’s an ideal moment to reflect on the roots of innovation. One story from British history comes to mind, illustrating ingenuity, adaptability, and the power of looking beyond traditional approaches. The following opinion editorial was written by Andrew MacKenzie, the Founder […]
During the 2024 U.S. election campaign, a deepfake video spread across social media, falsely alleging voter fraud. Elsewhere, biased data in healthcare has warped AI outcomes, jeopardizing patient care. Opaque algorithms undermine decisions, destabilize markets, and erode trust in financial systems. AI’s risks are escalating, and its flaws are chipping away at public confidence. The […]
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 how El Salvador is now placing its Bitcoin-focused policy front and center in its international engagements, suggesting that there may be no turning back. Latam Insights Encore: Bragging Means There Is […]
Decentralized finance (defi) is more than a catchphrase; it is a revolutionary system that replaces centralized control with individual sovereignty, enabling transparent, trustless, and voluntary exchanges that embody the principles of capitalism. Beyond Amusement: How Defi Brings Capitalism’s Core Values to Life Approximately 20 days ago, Bitcoin.com News shared an editorial exploring how decentralized finance […]
While many celebrate Bitcoin’s 16th anniversary it’s always a good idea to reflect on the fact that in contrast to fiat currency, bitcoin represents a fascinating attempt to anchor value in the immutable laws of cryptography, mathematics, and energy rather than the arbitrary decrees of governments. Fiat’s Illusion, Bitcoin’s Reality During its early years the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]