Money's Gone Digital
Time to Catch Up!
Fair warning: not a lot of original content here. (Think more “face for radio,” “lawyer is still a little nervous,” and typing skills that could charitably be called “enthusiastic hunting and pecking.”)
But hey, we’ll do our best to break things down and point you toward the good stuff. Hope you enjoy the ride! Let us know what you think!
Looking for help? Get in touch with us
Money's Gone Digital
Time to Catch Up!
Fair warning: not a lot of original content here. (Think more “face for radio,” “lawyer is still a little nervous,” and typing skills that could charitably be called “enthusiastic hunting and pecking.”)
But hey, we’ll do our best to break things down and point you toward the good stuff. Hope you enjoy the ride! Let us know what you think!
Looking for help? Get in touch with us
Welcome to –ANK
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Welcome to –ANK
For the sake of everything that matters to you, it’s time to LEARN. This journey will challenge how you think and lead you somewhere that may seem impossible at first. This learning requires retraining your mind and un-learning many things you have been taught, which can feel frustrating. When that frustration builds, push harder and keep searching. You’re almost there.
F.R.E.D. (Federal Reserve Economic Data), The Fed, The Treasury, and the IMF provide the factual data to support what you’ll discover. Career economists and financial professionals offer clear charts and analysis that connect the dots. But some officials deliberately distort this information for their own benefit at your expense.
The good news? You can verify it all yourself and see exactly what’s real.
The only –ANK you’ll ever need.
Why Should You Care About Bitcoin?
Okay, so it’s digital money, which is cool. But what makes Bitcoin so special? Well, for starters:
Simple & Secure
Bitcoin is a digital currency that lives entirely online and isn't controlled by any individual, government, or bank.It’s a new way to send and receive money digitally, like sending an email but with value instead of words. The system is both simple to use and highly secure through advanced encryption. You can send Bitcoin to anyone, anywhere in the world, 24/7 without needing permission from a third party.
Trading Transparency
Think of the blockchain as a super secure online ledger or notebook that keeps track of every Bitcoin transaction ever made.It’s public, transparent, and can’t be tampered with once a transaction is recorded, it’s there forever. Anyone can view all transactions on the blockchain, but personal identities remain private through anonymous wallet addresses.
No Middleman
Bitcoin lets you send money directly without banks or payment processors taking a cut.This means lower fees and faster transactions, especially internationally. Most people don’t realize that stores and manufacturers build these hidden fees into their prices – we all pay extra as consumers. One Bitcoin transaction sent $250,000 for just $0.09 in about 10 minutes. Banks have figured this out and are now racing to adopt the technology instead of fighting it.
Security
Bitcoin uses strong encryption to secure transactions, making it extremely safe for sending money online. It hasn't been compromised since its creation.The network operates on proof of work, which provides unmatched security and reliability in global finance and crypto. Unlike proof of stake where the wealthiest control the rules, Bitcoin’s system is truly decentralized. With hundreds of thousands of independent computers maintaining the network, attacking it costs far more than simply participating. This economic reality ensures the legitimate network always prevails and continues forward.
Limited Supply
Unlike regular money that governments can print endlessly, there will only ever be 21 million Bitcoins.Nearly half of all US dollars have been created since Covid, showing how quickly traditional money supply can expand. Each Bitcoin divides into 100 million smaller units called Satoshis. This built in scarcity makes Bitcoin valuable like digital gold. For perspective, if distributed equally among everyone on Earth, each person would get about 280,000 Satoshis. When one Satoshi equals a penny, Bitcoin will be worth $1 million.
Freedom
Bitcoin is decentralized, meaning no one person, company, or government controls it. If you've ever had issues with a bank or credit card company, you'll appreciate this freedom.When Canadian truckers had their bank accounts frozen because of their opinions, families couldn’t pay rent or buy groceries. This happens worldwide, just not always in the spotlight. Similar financial control happened in Lebanon in 2019, and even in the USA during 1913, 1933, and 1971. When money becomes a tool of control, it’s always imposed from the top down, and those at the bottom suffer most. Bitcoin doesn’t care who you are or what you believe; it gives everyone the same voice.
Simple & Secure
Bitcoin is a digital currency that lives entirely online and isn't controlled by any individual, government, or bank.It’s a new way to send and receive money digitally, like sending an email but with value instead of words. The system is both simple to use and highly secure through advanced encryption. You can send Bitcoin to anyone, anywhere in the world, 24/7 without needing permission from a third party.
Trading Transparency
Think of the blockchain as a super secure online ledger or notebook that keeps track of every Bitcoin transaction ever made.It’s public, transparent, and can’t be tampered with once a transaction is recorded, it’s there forever. Anyone can view all transactions on the blockchain, but personal identities remain private through anonymous wallet addresses.
No Middleman
Bitcoin lets you send money directly without banks or payment processors taking a cut.This means lower fees and faster transactions, especially internationally. Most people don’t realize that stores and manufacturers build these hidden fees into their prices – we all pay extra as consumers. One Bitcoin transaction sent $250,000 for just $0.09 in about 10 minutes. Banks have figured this out and are now racing to adopt the technology instead of fighting it.
Security
Bitcoin uses strong encryption to secure transactions, making it extremely safe for sending money online. It hasn't been compromised since its creation.The network operates on proof of work, which provides unmatched security and reliability in global finance and crypto. Unlike proof of stake where the wealthiest control the rules, Bitcoin’s system is truly decentralized. With hundreds of thousands of independent computers maintaining the network, attacking it costs far more than simply participating. This economic reality ensures the legitimate network always prevails and continues forward.
Limited Supply
Unlike regular money that governments can print endlessly, there will only ever be 21 million Bitcoins.Nearly half of all US dollars have been created since Covid, showing how quickly traditional money supply can expand. Each Bitcoin divides into 100 million smaller units called Satoshis. This built in scarcity makes Bitcoin valuable like digital gold. For perspective, if distributed equally among everyone on Earth, each person would get about 280,000 Satoshis. When one Satoshi equals a penny, Bitcoin will be worth $1 million.
Freedom
Bitcoin is decentralized, meaning no one person, company, or government controls it. If you've ever had issues with a bank or credit card company, you'll appreciate this freedom.When Canadian truckers had their bank accounts frozen because of their opinions, families couldn’t pay rent or buy groceries. This happens worldwide, just not always in the spotlight. Similar financial control happened in Lebanon in 2019, and even in the USA during 1913, 1933, and 1971. When money becomes a tool of control, it’s always imposed from the top down, and those at the bottom suffer most. Bitcoin doesn’t care who you are or what you believe; it gives everyone the same voice.
Understanding Bitcoin: Your Journey Starts Here
Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, updates, and insights from the world of Bitcoin. From market movements and regulatory changes to innovations in blockchain technology, Bitcoin News keeps you informed about everything shaping the future of digital currency.
Awareness
Skip the sketchy gas station ATM and your confusing relative’s advice. The Bitcoin world spans from Nobel Laureates to college dropouts, from the unbanked to trillion-dollar asset managers. You’ll learn why Bitcoiners say “nothing stops this train” and “fix the money, fix the world.” But without proper understanding, you’re flying blind in a rapidly changing landscape. Don’t let confusion keep you on the sidelines.
News
Bitcoin developments happen at breakneck speed. How many US states now hold Bitcoin reserves? Which pension funds are buying? What about publicly traded companies and foreign governments? What’s a CBDC, and how does it differ from stablecoins? The news cycle moves too fast to catch everything, but we’ll highlight the biggest stories and point you to trusted sources. Stay informed or get left behind.
Knowledge
Real knowledge means verifiable facts, starting with the Bitcoin White Paper. What exactly is a white paper? What are the risks? What’s been the best performing asset in 9 of the past 12 years? What’s a Strategic Reserve? Why isn’t Ethereum “a Bitcoin”? What’s fiat currency, Proof of Work, or Proof of Stake? Who is Satoshi, and what’s a satoshi? The learning curve is steep, but the rewards are life-changing. Start now.