Apr 24, 2025
1 Billion Satoshis for Freedom - HRF Supports Bitcoin Projects in Vulnerable Regions
On April 1, 2025, the Human Rights Foundation (HRF) announced a donation of 1 billion satoshis, equivalent to 10 BTC, to over 20 Bitcoin-related projects worldwide. This initiative is part of HRF’s Bitcoin Development Fund, with a clear mission: to promote open-source development, decentralized infrastructure, privacy services, and education, especially for people living under authoritarian regimes in Latin America, Africa, and Asia. For these individuals, Bitcoin isn’t about speculation. It’s about survival, access to information, and economic freedom.
Apr 22, 2025
Bitcoin Enters Sweden’s Political Conversation
Something is shifting in Sweden’s political landscape. While many still respond with a firm “no thanks” when the topic of Bitcoin is raised – particularly among older generations and parts of the political establishment – a new generation of voices is beginning to ask questions, spark curiosity, and talk about the future.
Apr 14, 2025
Full House & Educational – An Engaging Evening on Bitcoin & Taxes
On Tuesday, April 9, a curious and knowledgeable audience gathered for a well-attended and surprisingly fun event on something as "dry" as crypto taxes. But when both the Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket) and Divly are in the room, you know it’s going to be both educational and lively!
Apr 2, 2025
Crypto Adoption Week: A positive signal for Bitcoin
Last week, from March 24-28, K33, Nordic Blockchain Association, and Kaupr hosted the annual Crypto Adoption Week across the Nordics.
Apr 1, 2025
Michael Saylor burns over 17,000 bitcoin
Michael Saylor, arguably the biggest name in the Bitcoin world, has done it again. In a recent interview with CoinDesk, he revealed in classic Saylor fashion, a mix of brilliance and subtle frustration over the world’s inability to “get it” that he has burned the keys to more than 17,000 BTC. Yes, you read that right. Seventeen thousand bitcoin, gone forever. Or…?
Mar 27, 2025
BTCX in the Swedish Parliament
“Sweden risks falling behind - it’s time to act.” That was the central message as Blockchain Sweden hosted a seminar in the Swedish Parliament this week, invited by Member of Parliament Oliver Rosengren. The topic: Is Sweden lagging in blockchain development, and what can we do about it?
Mar 21, 2025
The Digital Euro and Bitcoin – Freedom or Control?
It’s now becoming reality. The European Central Bank (ECB) has set a deadline to launch the digital euro in October 2025. Christine Lagarde and the ECB claim this is a natural development of our financial system - a way to future-proof the euro in an increasingly digital world. But what does it actually mean - and why are many people skeptical?
Mar 11, 2025
The U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve – A Historic Shift That Could Transform the Market
On March 6, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order to establish a national Bitcoin reserve and a digital asset stockpile. The goal is to strengthen the United States' economic resilience and reduce reliance on traditional financial systems.
Mar 6, 2025
Interview with Mariana Burenstam Linder - A Pioneer in Finance and Bitcoin
Bitcoin is transforming the financial world – yet women remain underrepresented. BTCX interviews Mariana Burenstam Linder, a pioneer in finance, on why more women should get involved.
Mar 4, 2025
Why Swedish women need to wake up
On International Women's Day, we celebrate women's progress and rights – but how free are we really when it comes to our finances? In Sweden, we have access to bank accounts, loans, and pensions, but all within a system we do not control.