Bitcoin adoption around the world is taking shape. Some examples from Bitcoin 2022 offer a window into how Bitcoin is helping people in emerging markets.
It was an honor to take part in this year's Bitcoin 2022 Conference in Miami. The inspiring conversations that took place at the convention center are what fuels the work we do. The discussions that really spoke to me were those centered around education and global Bitcoin adoption. I emphasized this point during the panel on "Building Lightning-Focused Companies:" Everything we do has to be focused on global adoption and it's imperative that we shift our focus to build products for real people and products that have real use cases. Several panels during the conference echoed this same sentiment. A few of my favorite moments:
There is a lot happening in the emerging markets, and countries like Nigeria and El Salvador have already begun to show the world Bitcoin's true use cases. A few examples include the panel "Building Bitcoin Communities," where several changemakers took the stage to share how they are on the ground, in places like Bitcoin Beach and beyond, putting Bitcoin to work for the people. Off-stage at the Renaissance Art Gallery, a Bitcoin NFT project, Built With NFT, showcased how Bitcoin can be used for social good. It's these initiatives that help show the world Bitcoin's true power.
Bitcoin has real value that can drive financial freedom for 100% of people. While the Bitcoin Conference is evidence that the Bitcoin community is growing, there is still a lot of work to be done. We need to move faster to get Bitcoin to the streets -- specifically to the communities that need it most. Education about Bitcoin is what will get us there. I hope that next year there can be even more content around how Bitcoin is making an impact around the world. We are just beginning to scratch the surface -- Bitcoin will change the world, and I'm honored to be witness to this movement.
This is a guest post by Ray Youssef. Opinions expressed are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of BTC Inc. or Bitcoin Magazine.