TD₿: "Plan B" Passports Explained: How to Safeguard Your Future with Second Citizenship - (a Coin Stories video) with Natalie Burnell and Katie Ananina
TL;DR: From post-Soviet uncertainty to global mobility, why a “Plan B” passport isn’t just a travel hack—but a vital safety net in an era of shifting geopolitics and rising state control.
Hey Bitcoiners,
A second passport isn’t just a luxury—it’s a hedge against geopolitical risk, authoritarian overreach, and financial control. Whether preparing for civil unrest, capital controls, or a future where states attempt to seize Bitcoin, acquiring citizenship in a strategically chosen country creates personal sovereignty and exit options.
From Caribbean nations with zero capital gains tax to countries like Portugal and El Salvador, individuals can secure legal, low-tax residencies without relocating, often within months. These jurisdictions are increasingly competing for high-value citizens, transforming citizenship into a tradable, programmable asset.
Born in post-Soviet Russia, Katie’s early experiences with weak passports, hyperinflation, and denied visas taught her that true freedom demands optionality. After navigating the broken U.S. immigration system on her own, she launched Plan B Passport to help others secure second citizenships through investment or ancestry.
Now part of CitizenX, the platform offers streamlined access to global residencies backed by rigorous due diligence. Like self-custody in Bitcoin, second citizenship is about preemptive protection—ensuring your rights, property, and mobility are secure before you ever need to use them.
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Quote of the Day
“[Bitcoin is] not a short term game, it's a long term revolution of our society as a whole.”
- Justine
Job of the Day
Senior Rust Engineer
El Salvador / Hybrid
Full Time
Engineering / Technology
At Galoy, we are building the future of banking by developing a financial infrastructure stack on top of the Bitcoin network. Our platform includes both open source and Fair Source licensed projects, fostering collaboration and contribution across the ecosystem. With it, we enable institutions to connect to and offer financial services on Bitcoin.
The Galoy platform includes a secure backend API, mobile wallet, point of sale app, a core accounting ledger, Stablesats for fiat/btc conversion, and administrative controls.
Our flagship product is now Lana, a Bitcoin-backed lending platform designed specifically for institutional clients, enabling them to leverage Bitcoin for financial activities.
About the Role
We’re hiring a full-time Senior Rust Backend Engineer to help us expand and optimize our open source/fair source Bitcoin-based financial infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining our backend systems with a focus on Rust, GraphQL, and Bitcoin and core banking technologies. You will collaborate closely with our backend and frontend team members.
If you’re passionate about Bitcoin, open source software, and building robust backends that help spread the use of bitcoin around the world, we’d love to hear from you.
The Ideal Candidate check many of the following points:
Has 5+ years of professional experience as a backend or full-stack software engineer.
Is well into the Bitcoin(only) rabbit hole and looking for ways to drive global adoption.
Has experience working with Rust (and ideally some familiarity with TypeScript).
Understands or has worked with core banking software or other financial services platforms.
Is comfortable with GraphQL and can lead design of backend APIs.
Is passionate about delivering secure, highly available, and distributed software.
Speak Spanish language is a plus. We will help you relocate in El Salvador if you want, otherwise remote is ok.
Main Responsibilities
Architect and Develop: Design, implement, and maintain backend services using Rust, Bitcoin (BDK), GraphQL, and other relevant technologies.
Integrate with Bitcoin: Integrate and optimize Bitcoin functionality, ensuring high reliability and performance.
Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with frontend/mobile engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure a seamless user experience.
Ensure Stability & Security: Implement best practices for testing, code reviews, and continuous integration/continuous delivery.
Mentor & Guide: Provide leadership and mentorship to other engineers, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and excellence.
Contribute to Open Source: Participate in open source development, code reviews, documentation, and community engagement around Galoy’s repositories.
Candidate Skills
Proficiency in Rust (or strong willingness to learn if experienced in a similar systems language).
Experience with GraphQL for designing and consuming APIs.
Familiarity with Bitcoin and Lightning Network protocols.
Experience with BDK (Bitcoin Development Kit) is a strong plus.
Bonus: Familiarity with frontend tech stacks (TypeScript, React, React Native) to facilitate cross-functional collaboration.
Strong sense of product: Able to translate product requirements into robust technical solutions, especially in the context of financial applications.
Startup Mindset: Comfortable making trade-offs and pivoting quickly when needed.
Effective Communication: Proficiency in English (spoken and written). Spanish language skills are a plus, especially for collaboration in LATAM.
Remote & Async: Experience working remotely across time zones and using async communication tools.
If you’re interested in this opportunity
Perks
Work on cutting-edge Bitcoin technology
Contribute to open source projects
Receive compensation in Bitcoin
Collaborate with a diverse, international team in a remote-first environment
Join us and help shape the future of banking on Bitcoin!
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In the Headlines
Bitcoin Miner IREN to Raise $450M Through Convertible Notes to Offset Equity Dilution and Market Risk
Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin miner and AI infrastructure firm IREN plans to raise $450 million through a private offering of convertible senior notes to institutional investors, with an option for an additional $50 million.
Proceeds will fund capped call transactions to limit share dilution, a $100 million prepaid forward share repurchase, and general corporate purposes, as the company expands its focus on Bitcoin mining, AI cloud services, and data centers across 2,910 megawatts of grid-connected capacity in the U.S. and Canada.
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BTC Prague 2025 is Europe's premier Bitcoin-only conference, scheduled for June 19–21, 2025, at the PVA Expo in Prague, Czech Republic. Now in its third edition, the event is expected to draw over 10,000 attendees, featuring more than 200 speakers across multiple stages, and hosting over 100 Bitcoin-focused companies.
What to Expect
Business Day (June 19): A dedicated pre-conference day tailored for entrepreneurs, investors, and developers, offering strategic insights into integrating Bitcoin into various business operations.
Main Conference (June 20–21): Two days of keynotes, panel discussions, and presentations from leading figures in the Bitcoin space, including:
Michael Saylor (Executive Chairman of MicroStrategy)
Adam Back (CEO and Co-founder of Blockstream)
Jack Mallers (Founder and CEO of Strike)
Mark Moss (CEO of Market Disruptors)
Jimmy Song (Bitcoin Developer)
Roman Reher (Founder and CEO of Blocktrainer)
Expo Hall: An extensive exhibition area featuring over 100 Bitcoin companies showcasing their latest innovations and services.
Networking Opportunities: Attendees can connect with like-minded individuals, industry leaders, and innovators through various networking events and a dedicated mobile app with smart matchmaking tools.
Side Events
BTC Prague 2025 offers a range of side events to enhance the conference experience.
Dev/Hack/Day (June 18): A one-day event for developers and tech enthusiasts to explore cutting-edge Bitcoin technologies.
Cypherpunk Meetup (June 19): A gathering for privacy advocates and freedom seekers to discuss topics related to digital privacy and Bitcoin.
Run For Hal (June 19): A 5km social run through Prague's Old Town, honoring Bitcoin pioneer Hal Finney.
Self Custody Celebration (June 20): A meetup focusing on Bitcoin self-custody, featuring expert insights and a lively celebration.
Saturday After Party (June 21): An event to conclude the conference with music, drinks, and networking opportunities.
Tickets
Various ticket options are available at BTC Prague.
Conference Pass (€345): Access to the two-day main conference, including all stages and networking areas.
Business Pass (€595): Includes all Conference Pass benefits plus access to Business Day and additional networking opportunities.
VIP Pass (€1,820): All-inclusive access with added perks such as VIP lounge, exclusive Q&A sessions, premium seating, and concierge service.
A 5% discount is available for payments made in Bitcoin. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit: btcprague.com.
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