Swan Signal Bitcoin Blog
This blog offers thoughts and opinions on Bitcoin from the Swan Bitcoin team and friends. Swan Bitcoin is the easiest way to buy Bitcoin using your bank account automatically every week or month, starting with as little as $10.
What Bitcoiners Need to Know About Hashes (But Are Afraid to Ask)
Bitcoin leans heavily on a process called hashing to achieve many of its unique properties… But what actually is hashing?
Top 6 Reasons Binance is in Trouble (December 2023)
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange has suddenly found itself in potentially grave trouble. Exactly how much trouble is Binance in? We’ll explore in detail below and let you know what it means for you!
5 Top Bitcoin ETFs in 2024: Read This Before You Invest
Bitcoin has become one of the most sought-after and best-performing assets in the world. As more investors and institutional players seek exposure, they are faced with deciding how to enter the market…
Preparing for an Inflationary Soft Landing
Investors need to consider that we may be entering a period not seen in the developed world in decades, similar only to those experienced in emerging markets.
How Cantillon Effect Works In 5 Steps (Top 2024 Dangers)
We delve into the 5 steps of how quantitative easing leads to inflation which spikes prices on common goods for the consumers. P.S. Bitcoin could help with this.
7 Best Coinbase Alternatives 2023 (What to Look For)
Coinbase and Swan Bitcoin are two popular services people use for buying Bitcoin. Which one is better?
Bitcoin: A Digital Benchmark For Tracking Fiat Debasement
As economies around the globe grapple with the fragility of their currencies, the rising adoption of Bitcoin signals a collective move towards the hardest money man has ever known.
Best Bitcoin Exchanges for December 2023: Which Wins?
With so many Bitcoin exchanges out there, how do you pick the right one for you? We are here to help choose between three of the best Bitcoin exchanges: Swan Bitcoin, Binance and Coinbase.
6 Most Trusted Bitcoin Investment Sites (December 2023)
The top Bitcoin investment sites for buying Bitcoin. Going Bitcoin-only with automatic recurring purchases is a smart business decision.
Tax-Free Billions: Step by Step How Peter Thiel Has $5B in His Roth IRA
Few stories have captivated the public’s imagination quite like that of Peter Thiel’s Roth IRA. Here is the journey from a modest contribution of $1,700 to +$5 billion, step by step.
Is Coinbase Safe? What 8,727 Trustpilot Reviews Tell Us
Even though Coinbase has many security measures in place to protect customer funds it is not entirely safe. We analyzed 8727 poor customer reviews to analyze security and safety of the platform.
What’s New and Coming in Lightning
As Lightning Network Usage Grows, Splicing, BOLT12, Offline Payments, and LSPs are Poised to Deliver Big Improvements for Users.
Best 6 Bitcoin & Crypto IRAs for December 2023: Which Wins?
This guide breaks down the most popular Bitcoin IRAs and Crypto IRAs of 2023 and shows you how to pick the best one for your goals and situation.
How to Buy Bitcoin with Cash in 2023
We provide a step-by-step walkthrough on how to buy Bitcoin with cash securely and efficiently.
Bitcoin IRA Review 2023: A Deep Dive (December)
Investing in Bitcoin through a tax-advantaged IRA is a smart move to preserve and grow your wealth over a long-period of time.
Bitcoin Price Prediction 2040: Hal Finney & 3 Top Experts Weigh In
As we witness the ongoing evolution of Bitcoin and its impact on the global economy, one thing becomes clear: Bitcoin’s potential is far-reaching and the possibilities are limitless.
Bitcoin IRA Fees: Top Things to Watch Out For
In this guide, we uncover Bitcoin IRA fees and expose hidden costs and complex jargon. We’ll go over Bitcoin IRA custodial, management, onboarding, trading, and security fees.
Break Free: How to Delete Coinbase in Just 3 Easy Steps!
You may have wondered “How do I get my money out of Coinbase?” This guide is focused on how to transfer Bitcoin from Coinbase, and then delete your account.
Swan Support: How to Contact Swan Support (December Update)
Best ways to reach Swan Support team for any inquiries or issues.
Alto IRA Review 2023: What to Watch Out For?
Alto Crypto IRA is a leading self-directed Bitcoin and Crypto IRA platform that lets you trade cryptocurrencies within your retirement account. But how does it stack against Swan IRA?
A Bond Bloodbath is Spiking Heart Rates
Bond yields are rising as investors are beginning to question the sustainability of these policies as the budget deficit grows larger and inflation remains elevated.
iTrustCapital Review: What 2,802 Trustpilot Reviews Tell Us
We dive deep to review iTrustCapital a popular Bitcoin and Crypto IRA provider.
Yours Truly, Bitcoin
I do hope this letter has helped to bridge the understanding between you and me.
Next Bitcoin Halving: April 23th, 2024 History and What to Know!
Every four years, the Bitcoin network experiences an event known as the “Halving.” What is a Halving?…
Bitcoin Core’s Development Priorities in 2023
Developers have been busy shoring up the Bitcoin Core node software. Here is what they are up to.
How Bitcoin Solves Byzantine Generals Problem
The Byzantine Generals' Problem is an analogy used to describe the difficulties of reaching consensus in distributed systems.
The Government is Spending Like There’s No Tomorrow
As the government spends frivolously to prevent a recession, the traditional monetary system seems to be growing more fragile as it fractures under the weight of enormous amounts of debt.
Bitcoin: Demystifying Money
Only Bitcoin completely demystifies how money works and, even more importantly, will continue to work.
Bitcoin: A Buoy in the Waves of Inflation
As uncertainty remains the status quo in the traditional financial system, Bitcoin’s system remains predictable and reliable.
2023 Is a Ripe Environment for Central Bank Failure
The history of the Bank of Amsterdam underscores the vital role trust plays within the monetary system today. As more individuals choose Bitcoin over traditional fiat currencies, its adoption and significance will grow.
Accounting for Bitcoin in a World of Rising Oil Prices
These are thin markets right now, so when major news hits, expect the volatility to continue. And remember… volatility works both ways!
IBEX Joins Forces with Pacific Bitcoin Conference
Swan is thrilled to announce our partnership with IBEX at the 2023 Pacific Bitcoin Conference.
Bitcoin: More Relevant, More Urgent, More Ready — Part 2
Three more personas that inhibit Bitcoin adoption for themselves and others around them.
Bitcoin Awakens from Its Summer Slumber
This drawn-out period of low volatility serves as a coiled spring. The only question is in which direction will the price eventually break.
The Speed of Transactions vs. the Speed of Settlements
This draws from chapter 8 of Lyn Alden’s new book, Broken Money, and focuses on a key reason why the world became more and more financialized.
Bitcoin: An Endless Chain of Mysteries
There are so many mysteries that draw us into Bitcoin. And there always will be.
Tether: The New Big Bitcoin Buyer in Town
Tether has now become a significant, price-insensitive regular buyer of Bitcoin.
Bitcoin — The Natural Choice For Artificial Intelligence
AI agents will need to use money and Bitcoin is the best money for the job. This results in Bitcoin both benefiting AI and benefiting from AI.
Swan is Supporting the Mining Disrupt Conference
Join us on July 25-27, 2023 in Miami for the World’s Largest Bitcoin B2B & Bitcoin Mining Conference & Expo!
What’s Driving Bitcoin’s Price in the Current Debt & Inflation Predicament
Fulfilling its destiny as a hedge against reckless fiscal and monetary policies, Bitcoin has proven its mettle in its first fourteen years of existence. Let’s look at the current debt and inflation predicament.
Miami Bitcoin 2023 Conference Wrap-up
The Bitcoin 2023 Conference took place in Miami from May 18th — 20th. Here are our top takeaways!
The Charmed Life of a Baby Boomer Named James
The baby boomers left us with a debt/GDP ratio of 120%, and grandkids that can’t afford to buy a house. What is the current generation to do? Enter Bitcoin.
The Inflation/Deflation Tug-of-War
Overall, the economy and central banks are in a tense tug-of-war. Inflation and disinflation are going back and forth. Which side will gain the upper hand?
The Substance of Bitcoin
Bitcoin is a carefully and precisely engineered solution to a crucially important human need — the need for a reliable, universal medium to use as money.
The Great Institutional Bitcoin Capitulation
For once, the big financial institutions are late to the game, and it’s beautiful to see.
The Essence of Bitcoin
Bitcoin’s essence is that it is a good idea, for the good of humanity, whose time has come, and which cannot be stopped.
Green Shoots and Lawsuits
As investors become more optimistic about the state of the economy and asset prices, we’ll see if Bitcoin can join in on the party as it overcomes the regulatory calamities ensnaring the broader cryptocurrency industry.
Three Innovations Being Built on Bitcoin Today
The Bitcoin ecosystem is a hotbed of continuous developments, pushing the boundaries of what is possible with this transformative technology.
How Bitcoin and Lightning Can Boost Productivity
The emergence of Bitcoin and the Lightning Network offers promising solutions that could potentially reverse negative trends and revitalize US productivity.
My Top 3 Takeaways from the MicroStrategy World Conference
The crowd was buzzing all week with an electric energy that was a perfect blend of anticipation and curiosity.
The Bullish Case For Bitcoin Custodians
By rallying around a nuanced yet challenging standard for assessing custodians, we can minimize risk and maximize the speed of Bitcoin adoption.
The Truth is on Our Side
Bitcoin shines the truth on many lies. It is as much a movement as an investment…
The Banking System vs. Bitcoin
It’s agreed that there are problems in the banking system. The proposed solutions are wildy different. A look at the recent US banking failures, the nature of banking crises, and how Bitcoin is different.
Bitcoin: More Relevant, More Urgent, More Ready
In March of 2023, a banking crisis arose as an active threat to depositors of two banks and a potential threat to many.
Why Bitcoin is the Ultimate Asset for Your IRA
Adding Bitcoin to your IRA can provide asset diversification, as well as the potential for higher returns and a measure of protection against monetary debasement.
Binance: Raising Eyebrows Since 2017
It has become increasingly evident that Binance’s questionable business practices provide enough circumstantial evidence to warrant caution among users and investors.
The Right Questions to Ask to Avoid Bitcoin IRA Icebergs
As a tax-advantaged IRS structure, the Swan IRA has a unique account structure with multiple layers of legal, regulatory, custodial, and institutional-grade security.
The United State of Bitcoin
Where the US constitution declared that we are all equal, Bitcoin, within its context of money, ensures we are all treated equally, under completely transparent rules.
