BTC Sessions Govt SHUTDOWN — Bitcoin RIPS (Here’s Why) | Jimmy Song, Julian Figueroa, Daniel Carlin
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Oct 1, 2025 Jimmy Song, a Bitcoin developer and author, Julian Figueroa, host of The Exit Manual focusing on Bitcoin privacy, and Daniel Carlin, organizer of the Canadian Bitcoin Conference, analyze the recent government shutdown and its impact on Bitcoin's surge. They discuss the implications of broken trust in fiat systems, the influence of seasonal market patterns, and how censorship drives Bitcoin adoption. The trio also highlights immigration issues affecting currency stability and the benefits of a diverse Bitcoin ecosystem, advocating for decentralized discourse in development.
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Shutdowns Trigger Safe-Haven Flows
- Bitcoin and gold rose when the U.S. government entered a shutdown, signaling renewed safe-haven interest.
- Historical September upswings have preceded big Q4 gains, implying potential continuation into year-end.
Digital ID Spurs Freedom-Focused Adoption
- UK digital ID rollout and speech arrests are pushing people toward financial privacy solutions.
- Julian predicts the next wave of Bitcoin adopters will seek freedom, not just investment returns.
Build A Bitcoin Community Now
- Build local Bitcoin communities to preserve trade and services if a panopticon system restricts mainstream conversions.
- Learn and practice self-sovereign tools so you can transact outside centralized systems when needed.
