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@ 3c7dc2c5:805642a8
2025-03-04 22:04:22
## 🧠Quote(s) of the week:
Bitcoin adoption:
1. Slow enough to confuse nearly everyone.
2. Fast enough to change your life if you can just stay focused for 4 years.
Do you notice the higher your intellect grows (thanks to Bitcoin) the more unsocial you become, In real life. Or it's just me?
'First companies will add Bitcoin to their balance sheets. Then states will buy for their treasuries. And finally, sovereigns will hold it as a strategic asset. A natural progression that is already underway.' - James Lavish
## 🧡Bitcoin news🧡
After last week's dip, I want to share the following quote and picture. Just to keep you sharp & focused.
SAIFEDEAN AMMOUS: "If you think in years, dips are opportunities—not problems. Zoom out."
[](https://i.ibb.co/WW4XynYJ/Gkoc7-STXYAAR5mk.jpg)
Bitcoin for Freedom: 'The Bitcoin dip is the best test to check if you understand Bitcoin. If you feel bad when it dips you don’t understand it. When you understand Bitcoin the fiat value doesn’t affect you and you have FOMO all the time.'
On the 25th of February:
➡️REKT! $1.5 BILLION leveraged crypto positions liquidated in 24 hours as Bitcoin plunges below $87,000.
Bitcoin is down ~$20K from its all-time high of $109,354. $755.59 million was liquidated from the BTC perpetual futures market in the past 24 hours.
Just know for now Bitcoin is still following (with a 2-3 month lag) global liquidity.
[](https://i.ibb.co/zpxG8py/Gkqkw4-KW0-AIPSr1.jpg)
M2 is a measure of liquidity and has been declining since December, but has recently begun to inflect back up again.
If history repeats the Bitcoin dip will soon come to an end and the recovery will be violent.
Oh, and just one more thing on this topic:
'M2 money supply growth per cycle:
2013 cycle: +26%
2017 cycle: +22%
2021 cycle: +49%
2025 cycle: +0.5%
We’ve seen this entire bull market happen with no new money in circulation.' - Bitcoin Isaiah
➡️Rep. Logan Manhart's bill, which aimed to establish a Bitcoin strategic reserver in South Dakota, failed in committee by a vote of 9-3. Manhart plans to reintroduce the bill next year.
➡️'Metaplanet has raised ~$47 million in equity at a market in the first four trading days of its “21m Plan,” with 5.54% of the plan completed to date.' - Dylan LeClair
Metaplanet has purchased an additional 135 Bitcoin.
➡️'Germany’s €370 BILLION DekaBank is launching Bitcoin and crypto trading + custody for institutions.
Their government sells BTC. Their citizens stack it.' - Bitcoin Archive
➡️At the end of the Weekly Recap, I always share a little gift, a podcast, an article, a report, or a newsletter.
This week a report by River. Excellent report. Please give it a read.
This is the most important graph in the entire document IMO; we're just getting started:
[](https://i.ibb.co/Fk5Gyy08/Gkqx-Ltsbk-AET5-O.jpg)
➡️'31% of Australians have owned BTC or crypto, an all-time-high in adoption, per IRCI '25.
42.9% anticipate widespread future adoption, though 14.3% cite economic and regulatory concerns for not investing.
1 in 5 investors reported banking transaction delays or blocks.' - Bitcoin News
➡️'For years, Bitcoiners pushed exchanges to adopt Lightning.
And guess what? It worked. Public Lightning volume is up 266% in about a year.' -Sam Wouters
➡️The Bybit hackers are bridging their stolen ETH to Bitcoin.
➡️ America’s largest publicly traded Bitcoin mining company, Mara, just acquired this 114-megawatt wind farm in Hansford County, Texas.
➡️ 'MicroStrategy has $8.2B debt against $43.4B of BTC. A leverage ratio of ~19%.
Only $5B of CBs are below their conversion price, so the effective leverage ratio is more like ~11.5%.
BTC would have to drop 80%-90% for MSTR to become insolvent.
And none of this debt matures until 2028...' - Bitcoin Overflow
[](https://i.ibb.co/W4gBw8yy/Gkp-GF-t-Ww-AIS4-U1.jpg)
On the 26th of February:
➡️'The IMF today sent out a press release that says as per their agreement with El Salvador, "program commitments will confine" government purchases of bitcoin. This is the first time I've seen El Salvador's bitcoin reserve being implicated in the $1.4bn IMF deal.' - Pleditor
➡️'Unless bitcoin rebounds soon, it looks like the 4-year CAGR could dip below 10% for the first time ever.' - Wicked
➡️'This is currently who is selling.
Short-term holders who bought the top are selling spot Bitcoin, this isn't leverage-driven, and perps aren't negative.
That is why equities such as MSTR are green, they must have bottomed out or close to it.
Just your old fashioned fire sale, in BTC.' - James van Straten
[](https://i.ibb.co/fbqzDfz/Gkve3-Ma-XEAAGizm.png)
More than 74% of realized Bitcoin losses came from holders who bought in the last month! Only the educated survive.
➡️Publicly traded Fold Holdings buys an additional 10 Bitcoins for $875,000.
➡️SEC closes its inquiry into Gemini without enforcement after a 699-day investigation.
Cameron Winklevoss calls for accountability, suggesting agencies reimburse legal costs for investigations lacking clear guidelines.
On the 28th of February:
➡️Matthew Sigel:
List of Bitcoin corrections in the run-up to $20k in 2017:
-41%
-38%
-29%
-34%
-41%
-40%
-27%
List of Bitcoin corrections in the run-up to $69k in 2021:
-21%
-17%
-31%
-26%
-55% (!!)
-25%
➡️BlackRock adds its own Bitcoin ETF into its $150 BILLION model-portfolio universe - Bloomberg
While Bitcoin is facing short-term pressure from economic fears as weak-ass paper hands are folding, long-term institutional adoption keeps rising.
On the 1st of March:
➡️ Bitcoin dominance back above 61%.
➡️'Bitcoin mining/energy convergence spotted.
Petrobras (Brazil) just started mining Bitcoin using flare gas (reduces methane emissions)
They join oil companies already mining Bitcoin: Tecpetrol, YPF, Plus Petrol (Argentina), Gazpromneft (Russia), ExxonMobil & ConocoPhillips (US).' - Daniel Batten
On the 2nd of March:
➡️President Trump has officially announced the US Strategic Crypto Reserve and Bitcoin is back above $94,000.
In just 3 hours, crypto markets have now added over +$300 BILLION in market cap on the news.
And you can't make this shit up. I couldn't agree more with Peter Schiff: "Bitcoin is digital gold, which is better than analog gold. So let's create a Bitcoin reserve...", "But what's the rationale for an XRP reserve? Why the hell would we need that?"
Trump pumped and dumped a meme coin on the eve of his presidency.
Of course, he wants shitcoins, XRP, SOL, and ADA, in the strategic reserve.
This is basically all of our journeys from Bitcoin to shitcoins, back to Bitcoin, but on a national scale.
Even Brian Armstrong, CEO of the biggest shitcoin casino in the world, Coinbase, thinks the Reserve should be Bitcoin only.
Luke Broyles:
'My prediction:
1) Trump makes crypto reserve.
2) Reserve pumps all assets.
3) Retail and some companies get burnt in said pump.
4) Public outcry to crypto reserve along with other critiques of the Trump administration.
5) Crypto reserve is dumped in the next bear market. Massive downwards narrative catalyst. Back to no Bitcoin.
6) The government figures out the importance of Bitcoin PoW and goes BTC only soon afterward.
7) Other nations follow suit over years'
Seems legit. Please read the following post by Parker Lewis:
https://x.com/parkeralewis/status/1895550178184110217
“Bitcoin is the first form of money to ever exist that is also a currency.”
It is both a protocol and network, as the currency is embedded within the code, and validated by the network.
On the 3rd of March:
➡️Metaplanet has acquired 156 BTC for ~$13.4 million at ~$85,890 per bitcoin and has achieved a BTC Yield of 31.8% YTD 2025. As of 3/3/2025, we hold 2391 Bitcoin acquired for ~$196.3 million at ~82,100 per Bitcoin.
➡️Fidelity has bought $142.08 million Bitcoin for its ETF.
➡️Vietnam's Prime Minister has directed the Central Bank and Finance Ministry to draft a Digital Assets Framework by March.
➡️BlackRock’s model advisor team releases new Bitcoin report
Key takeaways from “Why Bitcoin? A Perspective from Model Portfolio Builders”:
• Bitcoin as a novel store of value and global monetary alternative
• Hedge against USD hegemony and political instability
• A play on the shift from offline to online commerce
• Boosted by boomer-to-millennial wealth transfer
• Potential for diversification and unique risk premia in portfolios
• Intrinsic value expected to be increasingly recognized worldwide
• Relevance grows in a debt-laden, digital-first, AI-entrenched world
➡️Meanwhile Ray Dalio tells Bloomberg that Bitcoin could be "a big part" of the restructuring of the global debt-based monetary system. Gold and Bitcoin are "store holds of wealth".
## 💸Traditional Finance / Macro:
On the 26th of February:
👉🏽Nvidia stock soars after posting record quarterly revenue of $39.3 billion, above expectations of $38.0 billion.
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🏦Banks:
👉🏽 no news
## 🌎Macro/Geopolitics:
On the 24th of February:
👉🏽'US CPI inflation is on track to hit 4.6% over the next 6 months, according to Bank of America.
CPI inflation has averaged +0.4% on a month-over-month basis over the last 3 months.
If this trend continues, this puts year-over-year inflation on pace to hit 4.6% by July, the highest since April 2023.
That would be more than DOUBLE the Fed’s 2% inflation target.
Even if monthly inflation prints ease to 0.3%, year-over-year inflation would still rise to 3.8%.
Inflation is accelerating.' - TKL
On the 25th of February:
👉🏽After the ECB's massive losses, now Germany’s Central Bank. The Bundesbank reports a €19.2 billion loss for 2024—the first loss since 1979 and the largest in its history. It's not a good time for Central Bankers. Accountability anyone?
'This loss is primarily attributed to the sharp increase in interest rates initiated by the ECB since the summer of 2022 to combat high inflation. This led to higher interest expenses for the Bundesbank, as it had to pay more on deposits held by commercial banks.
In 2023, the Bundesbank offset a loss of €21.6 billion by fully releasing its provision for general risk and drawing from other reserves. However, by the end of 2024, only €0.7 billion in reserves remained available, insufficient to cover the year's losses. This resulted in an accumulated loss of €19.2 billion, which will be carried forward to 2025.' - Wyatt J. Prescott
👉🏽 A typical politician, says one thing to get elected and does another, no wonder people are losing trust in the system.
Leader of the CDU Friedrich Merz just completely went back on what was said during the election and announced that there will be NO TALK of shutting the borders to those without valid documentation.
"I want to say it very clearly again. None of us will talk about border closures, no one, although this was claimed at times during the election campaign, none of us want to close the borders"
Grok has fact-checked this. Merz DID say this during the election and has now reneged on it only ONE DAY after the election.
👉🏽'G-7 Debt/GDP forecast, we are entering a new era, it would be really naive to assume positive real interest rates as we go forward. Position your long-term investments and wealth protection accordingly.' -Michael A. Arouet
[](https://i.ibb.co/QvHH5JNS/Gknj-C7-W0-AAGBP2.jpg)
On the 26th of February:
👉🏽'Germany, where consumer sentiment has worsened again due to the weak labor market figures. The GfK Consumer Confidence Index dropped from -22.6 to -24.7, its lowest level since Apr 2024. Economists polled by Bloomberg had predicted an improvement to -21.6. This adds more pressure on the CDU/CSU and SPD to form a govt quickly and restore confidence in the economy.' - Holger Zschaepitz
👉🏽The US government spent $710 billion in the first month of the Trump presidency, up from $630 billion in the same period a year ago - Analysis
👉🏽[](https://i.ibb.co/Rkt1YTHJ/Gkv-WWa-SWk-AAqj-Dc.jpg)
Funny how inflation works innit? And you still believe the 2% or 3% CPI?
On the 27th of February:
👉🏽U.S. Credit Card Defaults soared to $46 Billion, the most since the aftermath of the Global Financial Crisis.
On the 28th of February:
👉🏽Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was just questioned if we're in a recession.
"We're seeing the hangover from the excess spending in the Biden 4 years. In 6 to 12 months, it becomes Trump's economy."
Translation: They want the market to crash soon.
Great quote on this topic: 'It would be in their best interest to let it crash. If they implement QE, we will see massive inflation. It's better to get it out prior to the midterms and then implement QE and buy the midterms. At least that's what I would do.
On the 1st of March:
👉🏽The White House announces that President Trump will host and speak at the first-ever White House Crypto Summit on March 7.
The event will bring together top crypto founders, CEOs, investors, and members of the President’s Working Group on Digital Assets.
👉🏽[](https://i.ibb.co/BK7rvrMx/Gk50-XGGXg-AAfd-Xb.jpg)
European victory plan:
1) Destroy gas supplies coming from Russia
2) Destroy the relationship with Russia
3) Make yourself dependent on US gas supplies
4) Destroy the relationship with the USA
5) Give all your money to Ukraine
6) …
7) Victory
👉🏽CarlBMenger:
US national debt:
Feb 28, 2025: $36.5 trillion
Feb 28, 2024: $34.3 trillion
Feb 28, 2023: $31.6 trillion
Nothing is going to stop this train.
“National debt is immoral and destructive, silently undermining the basis of the state; it delivers the present generation to the execration of posterity.” - Napoleon
👉🏽Italy’s government has approved a law to restart nuclear power, nearly 4 decades after a 1987 referendum shut it down.
PM Meloni: "The government has approved another important measure to ensure clean, safe, low-cost energy that can guarantee energy security and strategic independence."
If nuclear reaches 11% of the energy mix, Italy could save €17 billion in decarbonization costs by 2050.
Source: Reuters
👉🏽Gold funds see record weekly inflows. Investors poured a staggering $4.7 billion into gold funds this week, marking an all-time high.
On the 2nd of March:
👉🏽For the Dutch / EU readers amongst my followers:
'This chart always shocks me when I see it. Major European countries have unfunded pension obligations of 400 to 500% of GDP. Combined with collapsing demographics it’s a recipe for disaster. Who is supposed to pay for these pensions? - Michael A. Aouret
[](https://i.ibb.co/HTq2w6ys/Gl-BJ5m-BXAAAf2e0.jpg)
Got Bitcoin?
👉🏽'How bad has the US debt crisis become?
US net interest payments as a percentage of federal revenue reached a whopping 18.7% in January, the highest since the 1990s.
This is just 20 basis points below the all-time high of 18.9% posted in 1992.
Furthermore, this share has DOUBLED in just 18 months as interest costs have skyrocketed.
Interest expense hit a record $1.2 trillion over the last 12 months and is the second-largest government outlay after Social Security.
The worst part?
Net interest costs as a percentage of federal revenues are estimated to reach 34% by 2054, assuming there will be no recession over this period.' - TKL
👉🏽ARGENTINA'S ECONOMY SURGES—MILEI'S POLICIES DRIVE 7.1% GDP GROWTH PROJECTION
GDP is expected to grow 7.1% interannually in Q2 2025.
After a tough 2024, Milei’s austerity measures and economic freedom reforms are restoring confidence—just in time for the 2025 electoral cycle.
Milei’s bold strategy is proving to be the right call.
Source: Ramiro Castiñeira
👉🏽French President Emmanuel Macron today urged EU member states to agree on "massive, common funding" (ERGO: lending) to unlock investments of hundreds of billions of euros for European defense and security. Source: Politico
Jippieee more debt, and who the F will be paying for all that?
On the 3rd of February:
👉🏽Dutch inflation rose to 3,8% in February.
👉🏽Gold prices surge back above $2,900 as volatility rises and geopolitical tensions escalate.
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@ 6e0ea5d6:0327f353
2025-03-04 20:02:47
The recipe for the downfall of a relationship is quite simple: marry someone with whom you have nothing in common.
The exotic tends to be attractive, but how many times, in a fine restaurant, has a customer discreetly spat into a napkin what they had just chewed because the eye-catching appearance betrayed them with an unbearable taste?
At the end of a hard day or a week of good results, we simply want to recline in a chair and celebrate in our own way what we have overcome. In the high phase of life, when the days are ripe for harvest, this desire will manifest with even greater intensity. And when your prosperity extends into the shade, and the days grow longer due to idleness, what will the two of you have to talk about?
Will your mentalities align?
Or will this person nestle on your shoulder and pour out a history of degeneration, drinking, parties, and casual relationships, because that is their only life experience?
I do not speak only in the professional sense, but of progress as a whole: when you have overcome your flaws, will you want to share your life with someone who nurtures theirs and takes their own ego as a lover?
Some are lucky to meet during the journey—a great privilege. But in general, the busy ones find each other after the work is done, and it is natural for both to want to enjoy in this peaceful phase what their efforts have granted them. At that moment, being beside someone whose travels or experiences are fresh and well-earned as rewards for their own sacrifices contrasts with sharing life with someone who has already been through it countless times, with the merit of a parasite.
Opportunists and freeloaders exist on both sides. Do not take by the hand someone who is merely waiting for a winner at the finish line. It is easy to appear clean and unscarred when one has not run even a kilometer. Do not be unfair to your lifelong efforts; find someone who represents you in determination, ethics, and principles, and you will multiply your fruits here on Earth. Also, remember that old piece of advice: "be what you seek to have," so that your future demands are not those of a hypocrite.
Thank you for reading, my friend!
If this message resonated with you, consider leaving your "🥃" as a token of appreciation.
A toast to our family!
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@ 000002de:c05780a7
2025-03-04 19:27:34

I was reminded of this comic this morning. Very relevant to this day.
The losers suddenly fear the government. Or rather the current administration. Those that used to fear the government falsely believe they can wield it to do "good". This is an illusion. Like the Ring of Power it has no master. The only winner is the state. It grows more powerful.
originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/903795
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@ e968e50b:db2a803a
2025-03-04 19:00:20
[The Bitcoin Trail](https://thebitcointrail.space/)
your tombstone - 1000 sats - the player will run into it along the trail just like the original game, your nym from stacker.news will be featured and I might write you an epitaph
your tombstone with baller epitaph - 5000 sats - same thing, but I promise to put some time into writing your epitaph and you can make some requests about it
Just shoot me a dm with the amount of sats and your requested epitaph if it applies.
https://thebitcointrail.space/
originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/903776
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@ e968e50b:db2a803a
2025-03-04 18:34:23
# Spoiler Alert
Please do not read this post if you have not read The Three Body Problem or The Dark Forest by Liu Cixin and ever intend to.
## Now that you've been warned...
I just finally finished The Dark Forest, the middle book of the three body trilogy. Boy howdy!!! How cool were those last 50 pages!?
So, there's much to discuss for bitcoiners concerning the parallel between the dark forest and the byzantine generals' dilemma, but, for now, can we just talk about the ultra-brief mention of lasers in that chaotic part after the destruction of Starship Earth?
If I got it right, in that era, the general population possesses en masse handgun style lasers. These lasers are powerful enough for self defense, but individually, not powerful enough to take down a spaceship trying to launch. HOWEVER, and this is the cool part, all together they CAN take down a spaceship because...you know, how lasers work and stuff. They compound their energy together or something like that. Correct me here science nerds.

<sub>like this, but with lasers, right?</sub>
What an interesting, but basically-just-mentioned-in-passing idea! I feel like the implications of this could have been fleshed out a whole lot more, although I can see how it was just a creative idea he came up with to serve a totally different story.
Anyway, it reminded me of bitcoin...but violent. I've long had an idea in the back of my head for a fantasy story in which the magic system is decentralized, but Cixin Liu came up with a really great sci-fi equivalent here. I wonder if some creative storyteller might want to jump on a similar idea?
...and yeah, I know, a WAY bigger discussion could be had about how the dark forest and the byzantine generals' dilemma are similar and the implication that a bitcoiny response could shed light in the dark forest. I just think this whole laser thing is more of a cool parallel right now.
originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/903753
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@ 1ac0c5ab:77ca82f9
2025-03-04 17:28:01
If you're looking for a paid Nostr relay but don't want to spend a lot of sats, try one of these. All of these relays are under 5000 sats for lifetime access. This list was manually complied from [nostr.watch](https://nostr.watch), and I removed anything over 5000 sats or dead (503 error or unable to generate invoices).
Here's the list. None of these relays are run by me, and I'm not benefiting in any way from sharing these.
* relay.nostr.sc
* nostream.macewan.nz
* paid.nostrified.org
* nostr.karmickoala.info
* yestr.me
* nostr.bitcoinvn.io
* relay.nostr.wf
* relay.nostr.nu
* nostr.sats.li
To purchase and use the relay:
1. Copy and paste the URL above
2. Enter your npub (NOT your private key) and accept the terms
3. Pay the invoice with your lightning wallet
4. Copy and paste the wss:// URL into your favorite Nostr client
5. Enjoy increased reliability, better performance, longer data retention, and less spam!
If you know of any other cheap Nostr relays, feel free to share below!
originally posted at https://stacker.news/items/903683
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@ 04c915da:3dfbecc9
2025-03-04 17:00:18
This piece is the first in a series that will focus on things I think are a priority if your focus is similar to mine: building a strong family and safeguarding their future.
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Choosing the ideal place to raise a family is one of the most significant decisions you will ever make. For simplicity sake I will break down my thought process into key factors: strong property rights, the ability to grow your own food, access to fresh water, the freedom to own and train with guns, and a dependable community.
**A Jurisdiction with Strong Property Rights**
Strong property rights are essential and allow you to build on a solid foundation that is less likely to break underneath you. Regions with a history of limited government and clear legal protections for landowners are ideal. Personally I think the US is the single best option globally, but within the US there is a wide difference between which state you choose. Choose carefully and thoughtfully, think long term. Obviously if you are not American this is not a realistic option for you, there are other solid options available especially if your family has mobility. I understand many do not have this capability to easily move, consider that your first priority, making movement and jurisdiction choice possible in the first place.
**Abundant Access to Fresh Water**
Water is life. I cannot overstate the importance of living somewhere with reliable, clean, and abundant freshwater. Some regions face water scarcity or heavy regulations on usage, so prioritizing a place where water is plentiful and your rights to it are protected is critical. Ideally you should have well access so you are not tied to municipal water supplies. In times of crisis or chaos well water cannot be easily shutoff or disrupted. If you live in an area that is drought prone, you are one drought away from societal chaos. Not enough people appreciate this simple fact.
**Grow Your Own Food**
A location with fertile soil, a favorable climate, and enough space for a small homestead or at the very least a garden is key. In stable times, a small homestead provides good food and important education for your family. In times of chaos your family being able to grow and raise healthy food provides a level of self sufficiency that many others will lack. Look for areas with minimal restrictions, good weather, and a culture that supports local farming.
**Guns**
The ability to defend your family is fundamental. A location where you can legally and easily own guns is a must. Look for places with a strong gun culture and a political history of protecting those rights. Owning one or two guns is not enough and without proper training they will be a liability rather than a benefit. Get comfortable and proficient. Never stop improving your skills. If the time comes that you must use a gun to defend your family, the skills must be instinct. Practice. Practice. Practice.
**A Strong Community You Can Depend On**
No one thrives alone. A ride or die community that rallies together in tough times is invaluable. Seek out a place where people know their neighbors, share similar values, and are quick to lend a hand. Lead by example and become a good neighbor, people will naturally respond in kind. Small towns are ideal, if possible, but living outside of a major city can be a solid balance in terms of work opportunities and family security.
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Let me know if you found this helpful. My plan is to break down how I think about these five key subjects in future posts.
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@ 4925ea33:025410d8
2025-03-04 16:45:12
Olá, pessoal!
Hoje quero compartilhar um momento muito especial: minha primeira consulta como aromaterapeuta! Sempre sonhei em usar meus conhecimentos para ajudar as pessoas, e finalmente tive a oportunidade de colocar isso em prática.
Tudo começou de forma espontânea, em uma conversa com uma amiga. Ela mencionou que estava buscando um tratamento para remover um olho de peixe, e logo me veio à mente o óleo essencial de melaleuca. No entanto, hesitei um pouco, achando que talvez fosse uma opção cara. Então, sugeri um tratamento convencional de farmácia, o Verrux.
Por curiosidade, resolvi pesquisar os valores e me surpreendi: um medicamento que antes era acessível agora custava quase R$ 100! Foi nesse momento que minha paixão pela aromaterapia falou mais alto. Revirei meus livros e materiais de estudo e confirmei que o óleo essencial de melaleuca era uma alternativa segura, eficaz e muito mais acessível.
Além de ser uma opção natural, o tratamento aromaterapêutico tem menos efeitos colaterais e respeita o equilíbrio do corpo. Esse primeiro atendimento reforçou minha vontade de ajudar mais pessoas com o poder dos óleos essenciais!
Estou ansiosa pelos resultados e feliz por poder oferecer soluções naturais para o bem-estar.
Se você tem dúvidas ou quer saber mais sobre como a aromaterapia pode ajudar no seu dia a dia, me mande uma mensagem!
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2025-03-04 16:16:12
Argentina's financial landscape is taking a significant turn with the adoption of Bitcoin for rental payments, an innovative move reflecting the country's openness to digital currencies. This pioneering transaction not only serves as a testament to Argentina's adaptability in the face of economic fluctuations but also marks a pivotal shift towards a more inclusive financial system. Amidst the backdrop of inflationary pressures and currency devaluation, cryptocurrencies offer a semblance of stability and reliability, enticing Argentinians to look towards digital solutions for everyday transactions. The use of Bitcoin in real estate transactions symbolizes a broader acceptance of digital currencies, challenging traditional banking paradigms and showcasing the potential for a digital economy. This event is not just a milestone for Argentina but also a beacon for countries worldwide grappling with similar economic challenges, demonstrating the viability of cryptocurrencies as a medium of exchange. By embracing Bitcoin for such a critical aspect of daily life—rental payments—Argentina is setting a precedent, illustrating the practical applications of digital currencies beyond speculative investments. This movement towards digital currency adoption is fostering a new era of financial inclusivity, where access to banking and financial services is no longer hindered by traditional barriers, offering a glimmer of hope for a more democratized financial future.
**Table of Contents**
- The Historic Bitcoin Rental Transaction
- Impact on Real Estate and Financial Transactions
- Challenges and Opportunities Ahead
- The Future of Cryptocurrencies in Argentina
- Conclusion
- FAQs
**The Historic Bitcoin Rental Transaction**
The transaction facilitated by Fiwind marks a watershed moment for Argentina, showcasing the tangible application of Bitcoin in the real estate market. This isn't merely about the novelty of using digital currency for rent but a reflection of a deeper shift towards digital transformation in financial dealings. The choice of Bitcoin, equivalent to 100 USDT, for this transaction, underscores the growing confidence in cryptocurrencies as a stable and viable alternative to fiat currencies, even in the face of their notorious volatility. This event highlights the synergies between blockchain technology and real estate transactions, pointing towards a future where such digital transactions could become the norm rather than the exception. The role of Fiwind in this transaction is emblematic of the critical role fintech companies are playing in bridging the gap between traditional financial services and the emerging digital economy. Through this pioneering payment, Argentina is not just experimenting with new technology but also laying the groundwork for a financial ecosystem that is more adaptable, secure, and inclusive. The successful execution of this rental payment using Bitcoin paves the way for further innovation in the sector, encouraging other players in the real estate market to explore the benefits of cryptocurrency transactions. This could lead to a ripple effect, where the acceptance and use of digital currencies become widespread, transforming the way financial transactions are conducted across the board.
**Impact on Real Estate and Financial Transactions**
The introduction of Bitcoin payments in the real estate sector is not just a one-off event but a sign of the evolving landscape of financial transactions in Argentina and globally. This development has the potential to catalyze a significant shift in how transactions are conducted, moving away from traditional, cumbersome processes to more streamlined, digital-first approaches. The benefits of using cryptocurrencies for real estate transactions extend beyond the immediate convenience and security—they represent a fundamental change in the perception and utilization of digital currencies in substantial financial dealings. The blockchain technology underlying Bitcoin transactions offers unparalleled transparency and security, mitigating many of the risks associated with traditional real estate transactions, such as fraud and delays in payment processing. Moreover, this shift towards digital currencies can greatly enhance the accessibility of real estate markets, removing barriers for international investors and simplifying cross-border transactions. As Argentina explores the full potential of cryptocurrencies in real estate, it sets a precedent for other sectors to follow suit, potentially revolutionizing payment and investment models across the economy. This could lead to greater efficiency, reduced costs, and a more inclusive market, where anyone with access to digital currencies can participate without the need for traditional banking infrastructure. The impact of this development could extend far beyond the real estate sector, influencing how businesses and individuals alike think about and engage with the financial system.
**Challenges and Opportunities Ahead**
While the adoption of Bitcoin for rental payments in Argentina opens up new avenues for the use of digital currencies, it also brings to light several challenges that need to be addressed. Regulatory uncertainty remains one of the biggest hurdles, as governments and financial institutions grapple with how to integrate cryptocurrencies within existing legal and financial frameworks. The volatile nature of digital currencies adds another layer of complexity, raising questions about valuation, taxation, and consumer protection. Despite these challenges, the opportunities presented by the broader adoption of cryptocurrencies are immense. They offer the potential for a more efficient and transparent financial system, reduced transaction costs, and increased access to financial services for underserved populations. Moreover, the adoption of digital currencies can spur innovation in financial technologies, encouraging the development of new tools and services that enhance the security and efficiency of transactions. As Argentina navigates these challenges and opportunities, it can serve as a valuable case study for other countries considering the role of digital currencies in their economies. By addressing regulatory and volatility concerns, Argentina can pave the way for a more stable and inclusive financial ecosystem, where cryptocurrencies play a significant role in everyday transactions. This journey towards cryptocurrency adoption is not without its obstacles, but the potential benefits for economic inclusivity, efficiency, and innovation make it a venture worth pursuing.
**The Future of Cryptocurrencies in Argentina**
The successful rental payment in Bitcoin is more than a novelty; it's a harbinger of the potential future role of digital currencies in Argentina's economy. As the country continues to explore the possibilities of cryptocurrencies, we can expect to see an expansion in their use across various sectors, from retail to services and beyond. This could dramatically transform the payment landscape, making digital currencies a common feature of everyday transactions. The implications of such a shift are profound, offering the possibility of a more inclusive financial system that transcends the limitations of traditional banking. However, the journey towards widespread adoption of cryptocurrencies is contingent on several factors, including technological advancements, regulatory clarity, and societal acceptance. As Argentina navigates these factors, it could emerge as a leader in the adoption of digital currencies, setting a benchmark for other nations. The potential for cryptocurrencies to improve efficiency, reduce transaction costs, and enhance financial inclusion is significant, suggesting a bright future for their role in Argentina's economy. This evolution towards a digital-first financial landscape represents a significant leap forward, promising a more accessible, secure, and efficient way of conducting transactions for all Argentinians.
**Conclusion**
The integration of Bitcoin into Argentina's rental market is a significant milestone, highlighting the growing acceptance and potential of cryptocurrencies to redefine traditional financial systems. This development is not just about the adoption of a new payment method but reflects a broader shift towards digital innovation and economic reform. As Argentina continues to embrace cryptocurrencies, it contributes to the global conversation on the future of finance, demonstrating the practical benefits and challenges of digital currencies. The journey of cryptocurrencies from niche investment to mainstream payment option is fraught with hurdles, but the opportunities they present for economic reform and innovation are unparalleled. As we reflect on Argentina's experience, it's clear that the role of cryptocurrencies in the global financial system is only set to grow, promising a future where digital transactions are the norm, offering greater accessibility, security, and efficiency. The adoption of Bitcoin for rentals in Argentina is just the beginning, paving the way for a future where cryptocurrencies play a central role in our financial lives, transforming how we think about and engage with money.
**FAQs**
**What is the significance of Argentina embracing Bitcoin for rentals?**
Argentina's adoption of Bitcoin for rentals marks a milestone in the country's financial landscape, highlighting its progressive approach to digital currencies.
**How was the historic Bitcoin rental transaction in Argentina facilitated?**
The transaction was made possible by Fiwind and involved a rental payment in Bitcoin, equivalent to 100 USDT.
**What impact does this development have on real estate and financial transactions in Argentina?**
It opens new avenues for faster, more secure, and accessible payment methods in real estate, potentially transforming financial transactions across various sectors.
**What challenges and opportunities are associated with cryptocurrency adoption in Argentina?**
Challenges include regulatory issues and cryptocurrency volatility, while opportunities include a more efficient and inclusive financial system.
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