You can now keep track of the countries that are researching, piloting, and launching CBDCs with the Human Rights Foundation’s newly launched CBDC Tracker: >>

CBDC Tracker

A CBDC is a digital national currency. In the case of the United States, a CBDC would be a digital form of the U.S. dollar whereas, in Nigeria, the...

“The Human Rights Foundation — a group that says it exists to fight tyranny under authoritarian regimes — is launching a tracker that will allow the public to keep tabs on which governments are experimenting with CBDC’s. Its big takeaways so far: More than 62 percent of governments are going down the CBDC road, and autocracies are leading the charge, including China, Russia and Thailand.” — Politico #CBDCs https://www.politico.com/newsletters/morning-money/2023/11/14/a-cbdc-call-to-action-00126990

“What died didn’t stay dead. You’re alive, so alive.” — Marjorie lyrics. Only a few understand the truth and depth of this line.

Bitcoin is inspiring people into possibility.

Today’s my first day at the Human Rights Foundation! I’m most excited about unearthing and sharing the stories of people in search of sound money, freedom, and hope… (and finding it.) As well as meeting the people fighting to ensure they all get financial freedom. From activists, human rights defenders, to bitcoiners, there’s no shortage of incredible people doing this brave work. Can’t wait to learn more!

Watched “Killers of the Flower Moon.” What a tragic, true story. In 1920, the Osage Nation (a Native American tribe in Oklahoma) became extremely wealthy after oil was found on their lands. They even became some of the wealthiest people in America. But the laws at the time required white "guardians" to manage their money. And thus begins the unravelling of crimes against the Osage people. If you have some time, recommend you watch it.

If you’re in Seoul, Korea, you can catch @gladstein there! View quoted note →

“If the world is going crazy, I’ll be calm. And if they’re calm, I’ll be the one hanging off the chandelier.” — Jim Carey

Friends, I'm excited to say that I'll be joining the Financial Freedom team at HRF!✨ (Human Rights Foundation). As you know, for the last year I've been telling stories about marginalized communities in search of financial freedom via my newsletter, Notes From The Margin. With HRF, I'll have the opportunity to continue to tell these stories (and more), highlight Bitcoin’s power in liberating lives, and in transforming repressed societies… But also telling them truthfully, with their flaws and victories, because there is much to learn, to fix, and to build. This has been a labour of love that will continue on, but now alongside the dream team that is @gladstein , nostr:npub1cf3zeytdnwgwzz5pk2ax0vvmmlzad03xcft4d50ejrfhsh8pxcdsefx7gknostr:npub1wlkfvm7dvnusz9fv44wuwucu0jp3lc3wqt36ax0lz33hukjga7wq6hqwhy , and Alex Li. I can only imagine what we will accomplish together at the intersection of #Bitcoin and #humanrights in the next year+! I'll keep you posted on key projects and events so please watch this space. Feeling grateful, blessed, and humbled. Counting my blessings today. 🧡

Every ideal is a judge… even in our beloved Bitcoin space.

A couple of special views from Nashville back home ☁️🌤️

So many stickers at Bitcoin Park 😍

Float plane adventure ✈️⛰️🌳 so absolutely stunning!

"Knowledge itself is a potent force, and by imparting this knowledge, we aim to restore power to the people." -- Zussel Ramos of @AmityAge Tomorrow's newsletter has Zussel sharing more. 🌟 Subscribe here:

Notes From The Margin | Ayelen Osorio | Substack

I share real stories, interviews, and lessons of people living on the margin and in pursuit of financial freedom (through tools like Bitcoin). It's...

Happy Saturday ☀️ I hope you’re well and thriving!

A little zen to your feed… from this morning’s kayak outing 🤍

Nothing like having breakfast and watching whales swim by 🥹🐳

Good night, friends. Thank you for being here, and with me 🌘💜

Poor countries take out IMF loans to improve their economic situation and living standards. But in order to repay their debts, they are forced to reengineer their economies, often at the expense of their own people. Today, we’ll dive into this complicated issue through the lens of IMF-funded shrimp farming in Bangladesh. 🍤 READ:

IMF Development Loans: A Tale of Exploitation & Debt Cycles.

Through the lens of shrimp farming in Bangladesh.

Old growth trees have inspired people to look upward for thousands of years. 🌳 In Cathedral Grove, the oldest tree is 800 years. What a privilege to be here.