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🚨Excited to announce the launch of Bitcoin 4 All: a free, open-source Bitcoin course for anyone to learn and teach.

There are 10 lessons of about 20 minutes each, in three languages, totaling 12 hours of video. It explains the main concepts of Bitcoin, why fiat money is an ice cube, why it matters to store your own Bitcoin, how wallets work and how to set up one in practice.

#btc4all It is an educational and open-source tool that anyone can use to:

✅ Study ✅ Teach and share ✅ Translate and adapt ✅ Use as support in meetups ✅ Create auxiliary materials

Scripts, slides, videos, texts, visual identity, and all material available via Creative Commons BY-SA 4.0 license. Anyone can adapt, remix, share, watch, and reproduce as many times and wherever they want, as long as it is non-commercial and they give credit to the original content.

All material in...

🌎 Portuguese 🌎 English 🌎 Spanish

... and can be adapted infinitely from now on.

If you are a Bitcoin curious, a recent orangepiled, an educator, a meetup organizer or want to help your community understand Bitcoin: this project is for you.

Special thanks to

for encouraging open education and believing in our work. Thanks to this support,

could produce Bitcoin 4 All, material that will certainly help thousands opt out for sovereignty with Bitcoin and to leave the fiat mindset.

After 9 months of creating, recording and putting intense proof of work on this project, it is now out there!

👉 Access the platform Portuguese:

https://areabitcoin.com.br/preview/bitcoin4all-preview

English and Spanish:

https://areabitcoin.co/preview/dashboard

👉 On GitHub:

https://github.com/areabitcoin/Bitcoin-4-All

Despite the end of this stage, this is just the beginning of open source content on Area Bitcoin.

#Bitcoin4All 🌍

What is Proof of Keys and why is it important? Bitcoin’s Proof of Keys is an annual movement encouraging users to withdraw their BTC from exchanges on January 3rd to reaffirm their financial sovereignty.

In this article, we’ll explore the origins of this movement, its significance, and how it aligns with Bitcoin’s core ethos: full ownership of your money without relying on intermediaries:

👉 https://blog.areabitcoin.co/proof-of-keys

New stickers! Coming soon to a conference near you 😎 #bitcoin

What is River? Unlike many other exchanges, River has stayed true to its mission, avoiding distractions from altcoins and maintaining a focus on providing a reliable, secure, and efficient solution for buying Bitcoin.

In this article, we’ll explore what River is, how it works, and its key features: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/river

The Turnaround in Privacy: From Samourai Wallet to Ashigaru The arrest of the developers of Samourai Wallet has sparked a discussion about the tension between the right to privacy and the demands of state regulation within the Bitcoin ecosystem.

In this article, we’ll explore how this story unfolded and its implications for privacy in the Bitcoin world: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/samourai-wallet

Wei Dai is a computer scientist, a member of the cypherpunk community, and a Chinese cryptographer best known for creating B-Money, which significantly influenced the development of Bitcoin.

In this article, you’ll learn who Wei Dai is, what B-Money is, and how it’s connected to BTC: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/wei-dai

Amethyst: Using Nostr on Android Amethyst is the leading Nostr client alternative for Android smartphones, offering all the functionality of established iOS and web clients — and even a little extra.

In this article, we’ll explore the features, technical aspects, and benefits of the Amethyst app, while also examining its importance in the growing landscape of decentralized social networks.

https://blog.areabitcoin.co/amethyst

The DREX, Brazil's Central Bank digital currency, poses risks such as heightened government control, financial surveillance, potential automatic value confiscation, and threats to privacy.

In this article, we’ll break down what DREX is, how it works, and, most importantly, the hidden risks this new digital currency might bring to your life. https://m.primal.net/NPWW.png

https://blog.areabitcoin.co/cbdc-drex https://m.primal.net/NPWW.png

Area Bitcoin is super happy to help to bring the first Bitcoin UX Bootcamp to South America.

If you are UX designer and want to develop yourself in Bitcoin, join us or share with those who might be interested.

Let's design freedom money together, LFG!

https://m.primal.net/MrYs.png What is Umbrel and how does it work? Umbrel is one of the most user-friendly solutions for running a Bitcoin node, simplifying participation in the Bitcoin network for both technical experts and beginners.

In this article, we will introduce Umbrel and highlight its key features: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/umbrel-node

What is Bitrefill and How to Buy Gift Cards with Bitcoin?

Bitrefill simplifies the use of Bitcoin in daily life. With it, you can purchase gift cards from a wide range of stores and services or even top up your mobile phone quickly and effortlessly using Bitcoin.

In this article, we’ll explain how the platform works, its benefits, and, most importantly, how you can use it to buy gift cards with Bitcoin in just a few easy steps:

https://blog.areabitcoin.co/bitrefill/

What are Nostr Clients? If you’ve heard about Nostr, you might be wondering: what exactly is it?

While many describe Nostr as a social network, it’s actually much more than that. Nostr has the potential to be the true decentralized web.

In this article, we’ll focus specifically on clients, a fundamental part of how the Nostr protocol functions: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/nostr-clients

Silent Payments enable Bitcoin transactions without exposing addresses, enhancing privacy and making transactions more difficult to trace on the blockchain.

In this article, we’ll explore what Silent Payments are, why they’re important to the Bitcoin network, what a Silent Payment address looks like, and much more:

https://blog.areabitcoin.co/silent-payments

🔋 Bitcoin and Tesla are connected by energy

Understand in this video how the visions of the electrical genius somehow anticipated the arrival of Bitcoin almost 100 years earlier.

Liana is one of the latest innovations in the Bitcoin wallet ecosystem, designed to address a crucial issue: inheritance management and the secure, automated transfer of Bitcoin.

In this article, we’ll explore what the Liana wallet is, how it works, its key features, and why it marks a significant advancement in the world of Bitcoin wallets:

https://blog.areabitcoin.co/liana-wallet

Phoenix: Review of this Lightning Wallet for Mobile

Keeping your satoshis secure is essential, and there are several wallets available, each serving different user needs. One of them is the Phoenix Wallet.

In this article, we’ll explore its features and how it works. Let's dive in: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/phoenix-wallet

How to Buy Bitcoin on the Strike App? In this article, you will learn how Strike works, discover what features it offers, and find out how to set up your account and buy Bitcoin no matter where you are in the world:

https://blog.areabitcoin.co/buy-bitcoin-strike

Is it worth buying Bitcoin through Bisq? Today, there are many ways to buy Bitcoin, one of which is by using P2P platforms like

In this article, we'll take a closer look at this platform, what it offers, and how to use it: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/bisq

Ever wondered what happens after you click "send" on a Bitcoin transaction?

In this video

explains the cascade of events that happen on the network when you decide to send bitcoin to another address.

We'd rather post the video here on nostr but it is more than the 100MB limit. Watch it here:

Opendime, also known as the “Bitcoin Stick,” is a unique way to physically store and transfer Bitcoin.

In this article, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how Opendime works and why it’s considered a fascinating tool in the world of Bitcoin.

https://blog.areabitcoin.co/opendime

The passphrase is a type of secret word optionally offered by some Bitcoin and digital currency wallets.

In today's article, learn about its advantages, and disadvantages, and how to set up your own: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/passphrase

The passphrase is a type of secret word optionally offered by some Bitcoin and digital currency wallets.

In today's article, learn about its advantages, and disadvantages, and how to set up your own: blog.areabitcoin.co/passphrase

What is the Bitcoin Mempool? The world of Bitcoin is full of technical terms that may seem complex at first glance. One such term is the Bitcoin “mempool”.

But what exactly is it, and why is it so important in the context of Bitcoin transactions? In today’s article, we explain what the Mempool is and how it works: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/mempool

Primal: Decentralized Social Media & Lightning Wallet built on Nostr

In today's article, you will learn about Primal, a social network and Lightning wallet built on the Nostr protocol, which offers freedom of expression, censorship-resistant communication, and fast and secure Bitcoin transactions.

Check out the article and learn how to create your Primal account with our step-by-step guide!

https://blog.areabitcoin.co/primal

Bitcoin adoption by business grows 30% in 1 year according to @River report

Black holes are massive structures in the universe that suck in matter, energy and light.

In this video

explains how Bitcoin is demonetizing other asset classes and sucking value from less dense structures like a financial black hole.

Opposition leader in Venezuela, María Corina Machado, proposes Bitcoin as a reserve asset, as a “lifeline” for the economy and means of resistence to authoritarianism.

SeedSigner is a Bitcoin wallet that allows you to build a device to sign your transactions in an air-gapped manner.

In this article, we will explore what SeedSigner is and how it works: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/seedsigner

In today's article, written by

, discover why Bitcoin is the great reboot of the financial and political systems. Understand how it promotes autonomy, freedom and is driving a sustainable energy revolution.

https://blog.areabitcoin.co/bitcoin-reboot-financial-political-system

Will Artificial Intelligence DESTROY or LEVERAGE Bitcoin? In this video you will understand:

🤖 What is Artificial Intelligence? 🤖 Can AI destroy Bitcoin? 🤖 AI will destroy the financial system? 🤖 AI will accelerate Bitcoin adoption 🤖 AI using Bitcoin as currency on the Lightning Network 🤖 AI can make Bitcoin appreciate by increasing demand

How to Buy Bitcoin on Robosats? Robosats is an open-source, peer-to-peer (P2P) platform that enables the buying and selling of bitcoins using the #LightningNetwork.

In this article you’ll learn about RoboSats and we will guide you through a step-by-step process on how to purchase Bitcoin privately and securely using this platform: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/buy-bitcoin-robosats

What is the Damus app? In today's article, we will talk about Damus, a well-known app on Nostr, which has captured the hearts of bitcoiners and those who value security and privacy: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/damus

Who is Adam Back? As a cryptographer and cypherpunk, his research and discoveries played an important role in shaping what Bitcoin is today.

In this article, learn about Adam Back's story, the importance of hashcash, the email conversations with Satoshi Nakamoto and his company Blockstream: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/adam-back

What is LNURL and how does it work? On the Lightning Network, several implementations have been made over time (some still in development) to improve the user experience and further enable the use of Bitcoin in everyday transactions.

One of the significant improvements to the network is the LNURL protocol. In this article we explain what it is and how it works! Check it out: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/lnurl-protocol

What is a Native Segwit (Bech32) Address? There are several types of Bitcoin addresses, each with its own features that are important to understand when deciding which one to use.

In today's article we will take a closer look at Native SegWit (Bech32) addresses: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/native-segwit

Sparrow Wallet is an open-source Bitcoin wallet focused on security and privacy, providing full control over private keys and transactions.

Learn more about it here: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/sparrow-wallet

Have you heard of Bitaxe? In July of this year, a solo miner managed to find a Bitcoin block and received a reward of over $200k. But how was that possible? By using Bitaxes!

Developed by Skot with the help of various people like miners and developers, Bitaxe is the first open-source ASIC mining hardware for Bitcoin. Anyone can get one, either by building their own Bitaxe or buying a pre-built one, and start mining Bitcoin from home.

In today's article, you'll learn how Bitaxe works. Check it out: https://blog.areabitcoin.co/bitaxe

How does Bitcoin make us more optimistic about the future? Bitcoin invites us to adopt a more optimistic view of life.

In this article we will show how Bitcoin can be used to transform the negative view brought about by the fiat mentality:

https://blog.areabitcoin.co/how-bitcoin-make-us-more-optimistic