TD₿: Why Bitcoin is Poised to Dominate in 2025 - (a Swan Signal Live video) with Brady Swenson, John Haar, Steven Lubka and Brandon Quittem
TL;DR: The latest Bitcoin news and an analysis of the incredibly bullish market outlook going into February and throughout 2025.
Hey Bitcoiners,
This week, Bitcoin and AI took center stage. China’s DeepSeek AI model sparked panic with its $6M development cost, threatening AI investments. Meanwhile, Trump followed through with new tariffs—25% on Canada & Mexico, 10% on China.
On the Bitcoin front, Trump’s Executive Order delivered a major win, banning a U.S. CBDC, protecting self-custody, mining, and node operations, and establishing a Bitcoin reserve working group.
Institutional adoption is accelerating—banks can now custody Bitcoin following the SAB 121 repeal, and updated accounting rules enable corporations to accurately report BTC gains. Tesla has already recorded a $600M profit.
Despite past cycles, altcoins continue to lag as Bitcoin dominance keeps growing. Is altseason canceled this cycle?
Tick tock next block,
The Swan Education Team
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Quote of the Day
“Bitcoin is a way out of our current system, which is exclusionary and unjust, and tends to prey on the weak and disenfranchised while letting the corrupt Davos crowd walk free.”
- Alex Gladstein
Job of the Day
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In the Headlines
El Salvador Adds 52 More Bitcoin in 2025, Despite New IMF Deal
El Salvador continues to increase its Bitcoin reserves, adding 52 BTC in 2025, bringing its total holdings to over 6,055 BTC (valued at nearly $600 million).
This comes despite a $1.4 billion IMF loan agreement requiring the country to scale back its Bitcoin Standard ambitions, making Bitcoin acceptance voluntary, limiting public sector involvement, and ensuring taxes are paid in US dollars.
The government is also reducing its role in the state-backed Chivo Wallet. While IMF pressure has led to policy adjustments, President Nayib Bukele remains committed to Bitcoin adoption, continuing daily purchases since late 2022 using a dollar-cost averaging strategy.
MicroStrategy to Raise $584M in Stock Sale to Expand Bitcoin Holdings
Bitcoin treasury firm MicroStrategy continues to find new ways to expand its Bitcoin holdings. On Friday, the company announced the finalized pricing of its new stock, STRK, which it plans to use to raise funds for further Bitcoin accumulation.
The sale is expected to settle on February 5, 2025, pending closing conditions. The company anticipates net proceeds of $563.4 million, which will be used for general corporate purposes, including Bitcoin acquisitions and working capital.
Swan Shortie of the Day
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.
... and more! Click here for more info.
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We can’t wait to see you and start spreading sats together in paradise!
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