Breez, in partnership with 1A1z, has released a new report investigating the use of Bitcoin as a payments system and transactional currency. Bitcoin has always been painted as digital gold, that is one of the longest running narratives at this point in terms of what Bitcoin actually is. It does capture the use as a long-term investment or speculative asset, and has been a very helpful aid in getting people over the first hump of basic understanding, but it is by no means a comprehensive explanation of what Bitcoin is.

The report dives into multiple factors of Bitcoin’s…

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Bitcoin was forged to be unstoppable in a hostile environment, but let’s be perfectly clear: surviving and thriving are two different things. Just because Bitcoin can withstand severe political antagonism doesn’t mean we should want that antagonism, nor does it mean we shouldn’t do everything possible to foster a favorable environment that accelerates adoption. Believing otherwise is a misreading of the core ethos. The brilliance of Bitcoin is that it remains permissionless and decentralized no matter who fights it—but that doesn’t preclude us from working to ensure we have the most beneficial conditions for its long-term success.

In fact, public policy responses to regulatory…

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Swedish asset manager Virtune has expanded its crypto offerings by launching a new Bitcoin ETP. This product provides Finnish investors direct 1:1 exposure to Bitcoin currently valued at $98,392. The launch on Nasdaq Helsinki marks a significant milestone as it introduces Finnish investors to new investment avenues in the thriving cryptocurrency market.

The Bitcoin ETP began trading on February 5 alongside other crypto-related exchange-traded products including those for Avalanche and Cardano. Virtune’s initiative follows their recent rollout of five diverse crypto ETPs enhancing options for both institutional and retail investors.

Secured in cold storage through Coinbase Virtune’s robust security measures ensure investor confidence. CEO Christopher Kock emphasizes the launch addresses the growing demand among Finnish investors for reliable and accessible cryptocurrency investment products.

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