Bitcoin School Explored in Latest Episode of ‘Decentralize with Cointelegraph’
In the latest episode of the podcast ‘Decentralize with Cointelegraph’, listeners have the opportunity to delve into the world of Bitcoin (BTC) education. The episode features snippets of interviews with industry leaders such as Blockstream CEO Adam Back and Tether CTO Paolo Ardoino, as well as insights from cybersecurity professionals and experts from Chainalysis.
The podcast also includes interviews with students who have attended Bitcoin school, where they discuss what it’s like to immerse themselves in the world of cryptocurrency for two weeks straight. Commentaries from Italian Ethereum enthusiasts, Latin Americans observing European recycling behaviors, and Taiwanese students adjusting to life in the cryptocurrency world add an interesting perspective to the discussion.
Additionally, the podcast explores the extent of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency adoption in Lugano, a city in the southern region of Switzerland. Lugano adopted Bitcoin as its de facto legal tender a year ago, and since then, significant progress has been made. The iconic Bitcoin “B” logo is now hard to miss in the town center, and more than 200 vendors accept Bitcoin, including prominent brands like McDonald’s, Rolex, and even Lamborghini. Furthermore, some pharmacies, convenience stores, and tobacco shops also welcome Bitcoin transactions.
However, despite the progress made in Lugano, there is still much work to be done in terms of understanding and embracing Bitcoin. Paolo Ardoino emphasizes the importance of educating merchants about the potential of Bitcoin, stating, “I wish I was able to say that our job is done, but I think we are just at the beginning. The most important part is the education of the merchants.”
In addition to Bitcoin, merchants in Lugano also accept Tether (USDT) and Luga, a local token used by residents. This development highlights the city’s commitment to embracing the full potential of cryptocurrencies.
The podcast episode also offers intriguing insights from Adam Back, who shares a secret about MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor. Paraguayans’ impressions of Switzerland on their first European trip and the potential expansion of Lugano’s efforts to other European areas are also discussed.
To listen to the full episode of ‘Decentralize with Cointelegraph’ and gain further insights, it is available on various platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Cointelegraph’s podcast page.
Additionally, this episode serves as a preview of an upcoming Cointelegraph documentary about life in Lugano. To catch the documentary when it is released, subscribe to Cointelegraph’s YouTube channel.
Disclaimer: This article provides general information and should not be considered legal or investment advice. The views and opinions expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of Cointelegraph.
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