Bitcoin Unleashed Oliver L. Velez

This Live session took place on X (Twitter) on May 21, 2024.

In this talk titled "Does Bitcoin Add a Zero Every Epoch?", Oliver discusses the intriguing concept that Bitcoin adds a zero to its value approximately every four years, coinciding with each halving event. Oliver begins by clarifying the terms "epoch" and "halving," explaining that an epoch represents roughly 210,000 blocks, or about four years, in Bitcoin's lifecycle. He notes that Bitcoin's first epoch began in 2009 and the first halving occurred in 2012.

Oliver asserts that each epoch can be seen as achieving a certain value milestone, starting with $10 in the first epoch, $100 in the second, $1,000 in the third, $10,000 in the fourth, and so forth. He acknowledges that some people find this idea controversial but defends it as a valid interpretation based on Bitcoin's historical performance.

To illustrate his point, Oliver refers to the "Bitcoin Halving Spiral," showing how each halving event corresponds to a significant increase in Bitcoin's value. He emphasizes that Bitcoin often overachieves these milestones, exceeding the expected value of each epoch.Oliver also discusses the importance of viewing Bitcoin's growth from its lows rather than its highs, arguing that this perspective better reflects Bitcoin's true performance and potential. He notes that Bitcoin's ability to overachieve its epoch milestones is a unique and powerful characteristic.

In conclusion, Oliver encourages listeners to focus on accumulating more Bitcoin (measured in satoshis) each week, highlighting the long-term benefits and potential life-changing impact of this strategy. He stresses that this consistent accumulation is the most important goal, despite various market theories and opinions.

This Live session took place on X (Twitter) on May 10, 2024.

In the video, Oliver shares his extensive experience in promoting Bitcoin and financial freedom, highlighting his success in "orange-pilling" over 9,000 people through his global talks. He addresses common concerns about Bitcoin's volatility, explaining the difference between upside and downside volatility and emphasizing that Bitcoin's volatility is predominantly positive.
Oliver introduces the Sortino ratio, a key financial metric that measures risk-adjusted returns, and explains its significance in evaluating Bitcoin's performance.

He shares insights from his 37-year trading career, comparing Bitcoin to traditional assets and demonstrating its superior returns. Oliver also discusses his personal strategy of trading high-volatility stocks to accumulate Bitcoin, underscoring the importance of steady accumulation. 

He concludes by reflecting on Bitcoin's potential to provide financial independence and a lasting legacy, advocating for the conversion of fiat earnings into Bitcoin for long-term security.

This Live session took place on X (Twitter) on May 10, 2024.

Oliver discusses the importance of Bitcoin allocation for companies, highlighting its transformative potential and the bureaucratic challenges involved. He emphasizes Bitcoin's superior value and scarcity, predicting widespread corporate adoption. His insights stem from personal experience and historical analogies, advocating for Bitcoin's integration into corporate balance sheets.

This Live session took place on X (Twitter) on May 9, 2024.

Oliver delves into the transformative role of Bitcoin in today's world. He explores America's strategic move towards Bitcoin in response to the declining dominance of the US dollar and highlights Bitcoin's growing significance in the 2024 US presidential election.

Oliver predicts that Bitcoin will play a decisive role in future elections and become the most valuable asset on Earth, surpassing gold. 

He also praises El Salvador's pioneering adoption of Bitcoin and discusses the global shift towards this decentralized digital currency. Join Oliver as he unpacks these crucial themes and shares his compelling vision for Bitcoin's future.

This Live session took place on X (Twitter) on May 5, 2024.

Oliver criticizes traditional financial systems, arguing that most gold investments are merely paper claims, which rely on untrustworthy intermediaries. He contrasts this with Bitcoin, emphasizing its decentralized nature and mathematical certainty, which eliminate the need for trust. Oliver argues that money represents one's life and time, and when its value is eroded by inflation, it equates to stealing one's life. He advocates for a shift to systems that do not require trust, highlighting Bitcoin as a tool for financial sovereignty and liberation from the flawed, trust-based monetary systems that dominate society.

This Live session took place on X (Twitter) on May 2, 2024.

Oliver discusses various stores of value, highlighting gold, art, collectibles, bonds, real estate, and equities. He criticizes currencies like the US dollar for losing value due to constant debasement. He notes that bonds, traditionally seen as safe, have had their worst period since 1812 and predicts Bitcoin will increasingly replace bonds due to its stability and decentralized nature. Oliver argues the traditional 60/40 investment model is outdated and ineffective. He emphasizes Bitcoin's advantages as a neutral, non-debasable asset, suggesting it offers a superior store of value compared to traditional financial assets.