TD₿: Could U.S. Issue Bonds Backed with Bitcoin? - (a Coin Stories video) with Brian Estes on BitBonds & Price Model of $16 Million BTC and Host Natalie Burnell
TL;DR: BitBonds White Paper, Bitcoin’s role in solving U.S. debt, price models showing undervaluation, and the success of God Bless Bitcoin—plus, what Brian once spent 50 BTC on.
Hey Bitcoiners,
In this episode, Brian Estes, CIO of Off the Chain Capital, discusses Bitcoin’s role in finance, U.S. debt solutions, and long-term price projections. He introduces the concept of BitBonds, a proposed U.S. Treasury bond backed by Bitcoin, designed to increase demand for U.S. debt and reduce interest rates. This idea is inspired by Michael Saylor’s convertible debt strategy.
He explains that Bitcoin price models indicate that its value could reach between $500,000 and $1 million within the next year. By 2030, projections suggest that Bitcoin could be worth anywhere from $8 million to $16 million, driven by institutional and government adoption.
Estes suggests that discussions are already taking place about the U.S. government accumulating Bitcoin as a strategic reserve to support the dollar and debt markets.He also introduces God Bless Bitcoin, a documentary that explores the moral and ethical case for Bitcoin.
He also reflects on a 2016 purchase, where he spent 50 Bitcoin to buy a Mercedes E550. With Bitcoin’s current value, that purchase would now be worth $5 million. The lesson: HODL!
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“No one has found the bottom of the Bitcoin rabbit hole.”
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Interest in Bitcoin, privacy, and censorship-resistant finance
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Experience managing partner or community relationships
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Background in Bitcoin, P2P trading, or fintech
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In the Headlines
MARA Expands Renewable Mining: Acquisition of 114MW Texas Wind Farm Complete
MARA Acquires Texas Wind Farm to Boost Renewable Bitcoin Mining
Publicly traded Bitcoin mining firm MARA (formerly Marathon) has completed its acquisition of a wind farm in Hansford County, Texas, adding 240 megawatts of interconnection capacity and 114 megawatts of operational wind generation.
The move aligns with MARA’s goal to convert underutilized sustainable resources into economic value. The acquisition supports MARA’s Advanced ASIC Retirement Initiative, which extends the profitability of mining hardware beyond its typical lifecycle.
Chairman and CEO Fred Thiel emphasized that the deal strengthens MARA’s energy generation capabilities and reduces operational costs, moving the company closer to near net-zero operating costs. CFO Salman Khan added that it will also improve return on capital and mitigate shareholder dilution.
In January, MARA mined 750 Bitcoin, bringing its total holdings to 45,659 BTC ($4.3 billion), making it the second-largest publicly traded Bitcoin holder.
Metaplanet to Execute 10-to-1 Stock Split on April 1
Metaplanet has announced a 10-to-1 stock split effective April 1 to reduce financial barriers for investors and enhance liquidity. The Tokyo-based firm, which began purchasing Bitcoin in April 2024, has accumulated 2,031 BTC worth nearly $200 million.
Fueled by its Bitcoin holdings, Metaplanet’s stock surged 3,900% over the past year, making it Japan’s best-performing equity. The company cited the high share price as a “substantial financial burden for investors” and stated that the split will broaden its investor base and strengthen shareholder engagement.
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Event of the Day
Bitcoin Awake Festival 2025
A Celebration of Bitcoin, Life, and Consciousness in Costa Rica
February 20–24, 2025
Awake Centre, Uvita, Costa Rica
About the Festival
This is not just another Bitcoin conference—the Bitcoin Awake Festival a celebration of life with Bitcoin in one of the most spectacular places on Earth: Costa Rica. Through a twist of fate, we’ve joined forces with Awake Earth Festival to create a unique fusion of music, Bitcoin workshops, and thought-provoking talks.
This festival is your chance to:
Learn about Bitcoin, life, health, nature, and spirituality alongside like-minded people.
Experience eclectic music in a breathtaking jungle paradise.
Why Attend?
We believe Bitcoin is more than just a financial revolution—it’s a tool to elevate human consciousness and pave the way for future generations to thrive.
If you live in Costa Rica, discover how Bitcoin can reduce financial friction while deepening your spiritual connection.
If you’re traveling from overseas, connect with fellow Bitcoin time travelers and engage in one of the most immersive Bitcoin experiments in the world today.
Location: The Golden Triangle
The festival takes place in Costa Rica’s Golden Triangle, a renowned global energy vortex consisting of:
Uvita, Dominical, Ojochal, and Tinamaste.
A hub for seekers redefining the way we live and love on Earth.
A thriving Bitcoin circular economy through the Bitcoin Jungle experiment.
Festival Overview
A 5-day immersive festival featuring:
World-class music on outdoor stages with live performances all day and night.
Bitcoin talks, workshops & group discussions on freedom, Nostr, and spirituality.
Yoga, art, and ceremony experiences to explore holistic well-being.
Side quests like surfing, diving, jungle treks, and epic sunsets.
Circular economy—spend sats to eat, drink, shop, and stay!
Featured Speakers
Lee Salminen
Co-founder of Bitcoin Jungle, organizer of Bitcoin Freedom Festival and Nostrica 2023, helping businesses adopt Bitcoin in Costa Rica.
Francis Pouliot
Bitcoin entrepreneur, CEO of Satoshi Portal, and creator of Bylls, Bitcoin Outlet, and Cyphernode, building infrastructure for the Bitcoin Standard.
Richard Scotford
Co-founder of Bitcoin Jungle and Bitcoin Freedom Festival, former Hong Kong protest journalist, using Bitcoin to fight tyranny.
Eduardo Kopper
Costa Rican renewable energy pioneer, leading a 100% hydro-powered Bitcoin mining operation, merging green energy with Bitcoin.
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