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​Bitcoin Beyond Digital Gold: A Fireside Chat with Robin Linus

​The narrative of Bitcoin as "Digital Gold" is well-established. However, as the ecosystem evolves, a critical question emerges: Is being a passive store of value enough for Bitcoin’s long-term survival?

​Join us for an exclusive fireside chat with Robin Linus, the creator of BitVM. Robin’s work has pioneered a breakthrough approach to expanding Bitcoin’s expressivity, enabling complex computation and scalability without altering the core protocol.

​We will dive deep into the tension between holding and usage, and explore whether Bitcoin’s long-term security budget necessitates a shift toward real-world adoption and payments.

​We will cover:

• ​BitVM & Beyond: How to build advanced functionality while maintaining Bitcoin’s minimalist core.

• ​The Security Paradox: Does long-term security depend on real usage vs. just price appreciation?

• ​The Narrative Shift: Moving from "Digital Gold" to "Tech Equity" or "Global Settlement Layer."

​If you’re wondering where Bitcoin is headed next, join us on Monday!