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Reflections from the Canadian Bitcoin Conference 2025: Montreal’s Moment
As Canada’s premier Bitcoin resource, 1Bitcoin.ca, we are excited to support the upcoming Canadian Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Montreal. From October 16 to 18, 2025, the historic Rialto Theatre became…
Bitcoin on the Hill: A Bitcoiner’s Reflection on a Historic 2025 Milestone
On September 17 and 18, 2025, Parliament Hill in Ottawa became the backdrop for a landmark moment in Canada’s Bitcoin journey. Organized by the Canada Blockchain Consortium, Bitcoin on the…
Stablecoin Regulation on Canada’s Radar: The Bank of Canada’s Push for Digital-Payment Modernization
Canada is waking up to a digital financial future that much of the world is already racing toward. The Bank of Canada’s recent remarks on the need for stablecoin regulation…ETF Flows Drive the Market: Bitcoin’s 2025 Rally and the New Institutional Era
Bitcoin’s price may be volatile, but the trend in 2025 is unmistakable: money is flowing in—and it’s not coming from retail traders alone. The surge in spot Bitcoin ETF inflows…Analysts Eye October Peak: Why Models Point to a High This Month in Bitcoin’s Bull Run
It’s October, and the air in Bitcoin is electric. Analysts are calling it: this month could be the peak of the current bull run. Whether it’s driven by cycle theory,…Freshness & Updates: We Keep It Current
At 1Bitcoin.ca, we don’t publish once and disappear.We update our content regularly — at least once every quarter — and often much more.Why? Because Bitcoin doesn’t stand still, and neither…FAQ, About, or Trust & Transparency pages
Is 1Bitcoin.ca Legit? Here's the Truth. Yes — 1Bitcoin.ca is 100% legitimate. We are a Canadian-based Bitcoin service with a track record of trusted, transparent, and compliant operations. We are…Bitcoin in Canada: Rules, Regulations & What You Need to Know
Bitcoin in Canada: Rules, Regulations & What You Need to Know Bitcoin is legal in Canada — but it’s not a free-for-all.Whether you’re buying, selling, or building a business around…Real-Life Bitcoin Scam Case Studies (and How to Protect Yourself)
Bitcoin gives you full control of your money — but that freedom comes with responsibility.Scammers are aggressive, creative, and often use social pressure or emotional manipulation to trick victims. At…Bitcoin and the Next Generation
Teaching kids about money in a digital-first world The world our kids are inheriting is not the one we grew up in. We were taught to save in dollars, spend…Bitcoin Conferences in 2025: Where Canadians Should Go
Bitcoin conferences are where the digital world meets the real world — where education, builders, miners, developers, policy thinkers, and long-term self-custodians all gather in one place. These events give…Bitcoin and Human Rights
Bitcoin and Human Rights How activists use it in oppressive regimes When governments restrict bank accounts, freeze funds, censor payments, or monitor citizens, Bitcoin quietly becomes more than a store…Why Bitcoin Is a Protest Against the Status Quo
Bitcoin isn’t just software. It’s a response — a protest against a financial system built around centralized power, opacity, and inequality. From bailouts to bank freezes, from inflation to wealth…Bitcoin in Pop Culture: Movies, TV, and Music References
A decade ago, Bitcoin lived mostly in forums, IRC chats, and whitepapers. Today? It shows up in sitcoms, Hollywood films, rap lyrics, documentaries, and even late-night comedy. Pop culture shapes…Bitcoin and the Small Business Owner
Case studies of Canadian shops accepting BTC Bitcoin isn’t just for investors — it’s showing up at the till. Across Canada, small business owners are quietly embracing Bitcoin because it…From Gold Bugs to Bitcoiners: Stories of Conversion
Stories of conversion For decades, gold has been the ultimate hedge against inflation, government overreach, and currency collapse. Many Canadians — especially those raised on financial independence and hard-money principles…The First Time I Bought Bitcoin (and the Mistakes I Made)
The first time I bought Bitcoin, it was trading around $1,200.I didn’t know much. I didn’t have a plan. And I made just about every beginner mistake you can imagine.…How I Introduced My Parents to Bitcoin
“Wait… it’s not just fake internet money?” That was my dad’s first reaction when I mentioned Bitcoin at dinner. Bitcoin can feel like a foreign language to many Canadians —…The Case for Bitcoin as a Retirement Asset
Long-term savings protection in an uncertain world Traditionally, retirement planning meant a mix of cash, bonds, and equities. For decades, this approach worked — especially in stable monetary environments. But…Why Governments Will Eventually Embrace Bitcoin
For years, governments around the world viewed Bitcoin with skepticism — or outright hostility.It was dismissed as speculative, destabilizing, or incompatible with existing financial systems. But history suggests that governments…The Biggest Myths About Bitcoin, Debunked
Not everything you’ve heard about Bitcoin is true. Bitcoin gets a lot of attention — and just as much misunderstanding. Headlines often focus on extremes, leaving out how Bitcoin actually…Bitcoin and the New Age of Self-Custody
Why owning your keys matters more than ever In Bitcoin, ownership is control — or it isn’t ownership at all. With traditional money, your bank holds your balance, approves transactions,…Why Every Canadian Should Own at Least 1% of Their Wealth in Bitcoin
A conservative risk-mitigation strategy For many Canadians, Bitcoin still feels far off — risky, speculative, or overly technical. That hesitation is understandable. But owning a small amount of Bitcoin —…Bitcoin’s Role in the Global De‑Dollarization Movement
How countries are reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar For decades, the U.S. dollar has been the backbone of global trade, reserves, and settlement. But that dominance is slowly changing.…Why Institutional Money Is Finally Flowing into Bitcoin
ETFs, corporate treasuries, and pension funds are taking notice For much of its history, Bitcoin was viewed as a fringe asset — discussed mainly by technologists, early adopters, and retail…The Next Bitcoin Halving: Will It Push Prices to New Highs?
Every few years, a built-in event quietly reshapes Bitcoin’s supply dynamics — and often its price narrative. That event is known as the Bitcoin halving. With the next halving behind…The Canadian Housing Market vs. Bitcoin
A 10-Year Wealth Comparison For decades, buying a home has been Canada’s default wealth-building strategy. Real estate wasn’t just shelter — it was a retirement plan, an investment, and often…Why Bitcoin Is Outperforming the Stock Market in 2025
A comparison with stocks, gold, and real estate In 2025, many investors are asking a simple question:why is Bitcoin outperforming traditional markets while stocks, gold, and real estate appear stuck…Hot Wallet or Cold Storage? The One Choice That Could Save Your Bitcoin in 2025
Most people know how to buy Bitcoin. But in 2025, with over $2.5 billion already stolen in crypto hacks this year alone, almost none know how to store it safely.…
Bitcoin Up 30%, Outperforming S&P 500’s 8% Gain — What It Means for Your Money in 2025
In a volatile world where traditional markets are holding steady but not soaring, one asset is pulling ahead and it's not your average stock portfolio. Over the past six months…
The Truth About Bitcoin Mining and the Environment
Bitcoin critics love to attack one thing: energy consumption. Scroll through news feeds, and you'll hear it nonstop: "Bitcoin is bad for the environment." "It's a waste of electricity." "Mining…How Bitcoin Fixes Money in a Broken Financial System
Let’s be honest, something still feels off with money in 2025. Even as inflation cools to 1.7% in Canada and 2.7% in the US, your paycheck stretches less amid rising…
Buy More With Less: How Bitcoin’s Deflationary Model Protects Your Wealth in 2025
What if your savings could grow stronger in 2025, even as prices stabilize? For decades, we’ve accepted inflation as normal prices rising, the cost of living creeping up, and the…The Birth of Bitcoin: The Revolution That Changed Money Forever
The 2008 Financial Crisis: A Broken System Exposed In 2008, the world watched as the global economy crumbled. Banks collapsed, stock markets tanked, and trust in traditional finance hit rock…The Fiat Standard: Why Money Lost Its Gold Backing and What It Means for You
When Money Was Backed by Gold For centuries, money was real, tied to gold or silver. A paper note was a promise you could exchange it for precious metal. This…The Rise of the Gold Standard: When Money Was Honest
When Money Meant Something Real Picture a time when every dollar in your wallet was backed by gold—a real, tangible asset governments couldn’t manipulate. For centuries, the gold standard made…The Fall of the Gold Standard: How Money Lost Its Anchor
When Money Was Tied to Gold Imagine a world where every dollar in your pocket was backed by gold, a real asset governments couldn’t manipulate. For centuries, the gold standard…The History of Money: From Barter to Bitcoin
What Was Money Before Dollars and Apps? Imagine trading chickens for shoes or shells for bread. No wallets, no apps just bartering goods to get what you need. Money as…Bank of Montreal: The Legacy Bank Embracing Bitcoin?
Is Bitcoin Going Mainstream? For over 200 years, the Bank of Montreal (BMO) has been a pillar of Canadian finance. But in 2025, this legacy bank made headlines by investing…Bitcoin vs. Real Estate: The Superior Investment for Wealth Preservation
Is Real Estate Still Canada’s Go-To Investment? For decades, real estate has been the backbone of wealth-building in Canada. From Vancouver condos to Toronto detached homes, property has promised stability…Bitcoin Derangement Syndrome: Understanding the Hysteria Around Bitcoin Skeptics
Why Does Bitcoin Spark Such Fury? Bitcoin’s a global phenomenon, surviving crashes, gaining traction with giants like BMO ($150M in Bitcoin ETFs, 2025), and hitting a 121.1% return in 2024.…
My Open Letter to a Finance Professor
I recently read George Athanassakos’ opinion piece on investing in Bitcoin. I will link to the article but be warned, it is behind a paywall and full of errors and…Bubbles, Crashes, and Internet Money: A Financial Rollercoaster
Why Do Markets Keep Booming and Busting? From Tulip Mania in the 1600s to the Dot-Com Bubble and the 2008 financial crisis, markets have followed a familiar script: Now, there’s…Yes, You’re All Wrong.
This is what it feels like every day to be a Bitcoiner and CEO of a Bitcoin-only company. We started 1Bitcoin.ca as a way to educate Canadians about Bitcoin, help…The Power of Digital Scarcity: Why It’s More Valuable Than You Think
The Illusion of Infinite Digital Goods Think about it, everything digital is infinitely replicable. Movies, music, books, images—one click, and they can be copied and shared endlessly. The internet turned…Bitcoin is Savings Technology
In the current fiat based monetary system, savers are constantly punished. Today, all countries in the world have fiat currencies, and are not backed by anything. This includes the US…
Bitcoin for Realtors
Bitcoin has been around for well over a decade now, and by this point you may have heard the statement “Bitcoin is digital gold”. In this article I am going…Bitcoin for Bankers
Bitcoin is a very difficult concept to understand. I compare it to trying to explain the internet to people in the 90’s. It needs a basic understanding of computer science,…
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