What Bitcoin Did Why Bitcoin Must Win | Matt Odell
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Oct 17, 2025 In this discussion, Matt Odell, a Bitcoin podcaster and co-founder of OpenSats, dives into crucial issues surrounding surveillance capitalism and the importance of freedom tech. He shares insights on why he deleted Twitter to prioritize privacy and healthier internet habits. Odell explains how Nostr can enable an open digital environment for speech, while also addressing the ethical considerations surrounding Bitcoin treasury companies. His vision for a sovereign digital society combines permissionless protocols with sustainable business models to accelerate Bitcoin adoption and user agency.
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Quitting Twitter To Prioritize Freedom Tech
- Matt deleted his Twitter account despite it being valuable for reach and calls the move a personal success.
- He says the decision improved his life focus on building freedom tech even if it hurt short-term business metrics.
Reduce Device Addiction By Removing Apps
- Delete social apps from your phone to reduce doom-scrolling and reclaim quiet moments.
- Use apps on desktop only and build healthier tech habits around your children and family.
Ad Model Is A Choice, Not An Inevitable Future
- The current ad-driven web is a choice, not a technical necessity, driven by business models that monetize attention.
- Alternative business models like subscriptions can produce healthier, privacy-respecting products.
