Swan Signal Bitcoin Blog
This blog offers thoughts and opinions on Bitcoin from the Swan Bitcoin team and friends. Swan Bitcoin is the easiest way to buy Bitcoin using your bank account automatically every week or month, starting with as little as $10.
MSTR vs. GBTC Compared: Which is Best in 2024?
By Drew
This article compares MSTR and GBTC, offering insights for investors by examining their features, benefits, performance, fees, and drawbacks, focusing on their role in Bitcoin investment strategies.
Changing Bitcoin: The Past, The Present, and The Future (Part One)
By Tomer Strolight
For Bitcoin to achieve the lofty goals many have for it, its rules will need to change. This three-part series of articles will tackle what it takes to change Bitcoin.
4 Reasons to Avoid Coinbase In 2024?
By Matt Ruby
The crypto platform is facing all kinds of problems. Is it time for customers to seek out an alternative?
Best Bitcoin ETF Fees: Compare Top Providers
By Matt Ruby
Spot Bitcoin ETFs are here! Learn all about their fees, why they matter, who has the lowest and how they’ll impact Bitcoin in the future.
A Changed Bitcoin At $50k
By Sam Callahan
Although $50k was close to the cycle high in 2021, the current environment makes it easy to believe that this time, $50k marks the beginning, not the end, of an extraordinary bull run.
BITO vs. GBTC Compared: Which is Best in 2024?
By Drew
BITO vs. GBTC in 2024… Which is best? Neither. Learn why!
GBTC was the Genesis of the Crypto Credit Contagion (Part II)
By Sam Callahan
There are many reasons to criticize DCG and Genesis. Moreover, the drama highlights why holding Bitcoin is a superior option for investors. No fees or if your money benefits a company that doesn’t align with your values.
2030 & 2040 Bitcoin Price Predictions (Insights From Top Experts)
By Drew
Max Keiser predicts Bitcoin to be worth $200K in 2024. Fidelity Investments predicts one Bitcoin to be worth $1B in 2038, Hal Finney predicted $22M per Bitcoin in 2045. Let’s look into these in detail…
Is Coinbase Safe & Trustworthy in 2024? (Read This First)
By Drew
Even though Coinbase has many security measures in place to protect customer funds it is not entirely safe. We analyzed over 9k poor customer reviews to analyze security and safety of the platform in 2024.
What Is Cantillon Effect? (Top 3 Reasons You Should Care in 2024)
By Mickey Koss, Drew and Matt Ruby
The Cantillon Effect reveals inflation’s uneven impact. Bitcoin, however, has a Reverse Cantillon Effect. As a result, Bitcoin is an escape from the vicious cycles of money printing.
How the Byzantine General’s Problem Relates to You in 2024
By Matt Ruby
The Byzantine Generals Problem, a perplexing game theory dilemma, was the reason decentralized money could never work. Until Bitcoin came along and solved it via the blockchain. Now, money will never be the same.
How to Buy Bitcoin with Cash at Walmart in 4 Easy Steps
By Drew
Buying Bitcoin at Walmart is easy. Select a Bitcoin wallet. Choose a P2P exchange. Bring required documents. Submit details. That’s it! In this article we dive into a step by step with all the details.
How Many Satoshis Are in a Bitcoin? (1 BTC = 100M Sats)
By Drew
Like a dollar can be broken down into cent-sized units called satoshis. One Bitcoin is equal to 100M satoshis. In this article, we learn why satoshis are so important to Bitcoin adoption!
Next Bitcoin Halving: April 19th, 2024 History and What to Know!
By Drew
Every four years, the Bitcoin network experiences an event known as the “Halving.” What is a Halving?…
How Much Does It Cost to Mine a Bitcoin? $20K With 4.7c/Kwh
By Mickey Koss
Mining a Bitcoin depends on your energy rate per Kwh, it costs $40K to mine a Bitcoin at 10 cents per Kwh and $20K to mine a Bitcoin at 4.7 cents per Kwh. Learn how and if its right for you!
6 Most Trusted Bitcoin Investment Sites (What to Know in 2024)
By Brandon Quittem
With so many Bitcoin investment sites, choosing the right one for you can feel a bit overwhelming. Going Bitcoin-only in 2024 with automatic recurring purchases is a smart business decision. Learn why with Swan below!
Delete Coinbase in 3 Easy Steps!
By Cory Klippsten
You may have wondered “How do I get my money out of Coinbase?” This guide is focused on how to transfer Bitcoin from Coinbase, and then delete your account forever!
What Are Bitcoin Ordinals? (Why Inscript Your BTC)
By Drew
Seen by some as an innovation in data storage and network security, while others view them as a passing fade and drift from Bitcoin’s original intent as a currency. Let’s explore!
Trillion-dollar Deficits are Keeping the Economy Afloat
By Sam Callahan
The reckless nature of government fiscal policies suggests a future where financial instability may hinge on the balance between innovation and traditional policy decisions.
Best 6 Bitcoin & Crypto IRAs for 2024: Which Wins?
By Drew
Bitcoin IRAs have exploded in popularity. This guide breaks down the most popular Bitcoin IRAs and Crypto IRAs of 2024 and will help you pick the best one for your goals and situation.
Bitcoin Liberation: Yan Pritzker’s Personal Journey to Freedom
By Yan Pritzker
Bitcoin is about so much more than merely “number go up.” It’s a tool to reclaim individual economic freedom from those who seek to take that freedom away. And that is something to be optimistic about!
3 Easy Ways to Run Your Own Bitcoin Node
By Stephan Livera
To further improve your Bitcoin self-sovereignty, it’s essential to learn how to use operate a Bitcoin node. Learn how to best run your own Bitcoin node with Swan below!
Swan Support: Best Ways to Contact Swan Bitcoin Support in 2024
By Drew
Swan Support is the best in the industry for Bitcoin customer service. We are here for all your inquiries and issues. Learn the best ways to contact Swan Support in 2024 below!
Best Bitcoin Exchanges for 2024: Which Wins & What to Know
By Drew
With so many Bitcoin exchanges out there, how do you pick the right one for you? We are here to help choose between three of the best Bitcoin exchanges: Swan Bitcoin, Binance and Coinbase.
7 Best Coinbase Alternatives 2024 (What You Need to Know)
By Drew
The uncertainty surrounding compliance and regulatory problems for Coinbase is intensifying. Bitcoin-only Swan is one of the most popular Coinbase alternatives for buying Bitcoin in 2024. Here is why!
What is Bitcoin Cold Storage? (The Safest Solution for 2024)
By Mickey Koss
Setting up cold storage can be intimidating, but it is actually quite simple. You will gain all the confidence you need to effectively use and manage your private keys with multiple cold storage options.
Are “Ordinals” Worth Worrying About?
By Stephan Livera
Ordinals and Inscriptions are not ideal for monetary users of Bitcoin, but they are not currently a systemic issue for Bitcoin. Learn why with Stephan Livera!
Bitcoin: Solving the Fundamental Problem of Money
By Tomer Strolight
Bitcoin’s rate of supply discovery is slowing down, by half, every four years — a first for any commodity! Satoshi solved not just the double-spending problem but also the fiat imalleable supply cap problem!
5 Reasons to Be Bullish Heading into 2024
By Sam Callahan
While past performance is not a guaranteed indicator of future results, the combination of these catalysts suggests a heightened interest and investment in Bitcoin and another green candle year!
Alto Crypto IRA Review 2024: What 1K+ Reviews Tell Us
By Drew
Alto Crypto IRA is a well-know self-directed Bitcoin and crypto IRA platform. Alto lets investors trade altcoins in their retirement account. But how does it stack against Bitcoin-only Swan IRA in 2024? Let’s find out!
Tax-Free Billions: Step by Step How Peter Thiel Has $5B in His Roth IRA
By Drew
Few stories have captivated the public’s imagination quite like that of Peter Thiel’s Roth IRA. Here is the journey from a modest contribution of $1,700 to +$5 billion, step by step.
Is Binance in Trouble? Yes, Here Is Why… (March 2024)
By Drew
The uncertainity surrounding Binance hasn’t become any clearer. How much trouble might Binance find itself in and what can we expect in 2024 from the world’s most popular exchange? Let’s dive in!
BitcoinIRA Review 2024: What to Look Out For!
By Nick Payton
Investing in Bitcoin with a tax-advantaged IRA is a smart move to preserve and grow your wealth. BitcoinIRA has the brand name but offers many altcoins with big red flags! Let’s see how compares to Swan Bitcoin in 2024.
The Race is On: Eleven Bitcoin ETFs Launch
By Sam Callahan
These ETFs will act as a top-of-funnel and will become an initial touchpoint for many future Bitcoiners.
Will a Record Flood to Cash Flow into Bitcoin Next?
By Sam Callahan
If the Fed decides to cut rates then expect the floodgates to open, and Bitcoin will be one beneficiary as it sucks up the liquidity, potentially driving its price to new heights in the coming year.
BitcoinIRA Fees: Top Things to Know in 2024
By Drew
In this guide, we uncover BitcoinIRA fees and expose hidden costs and complex jargon. We’ll go over BitcoinIRA custodial, management, onboarding, trading, and security fees in 2024.
Will Bitcoin Follow Gold’s Monetary Rise and Fall? And a Look at Bitcoin’s Scaling Strategy
By John Haar
Bitcoin can achieve its ultimate goal — to be a neutral base layer of a new monetary system for billions of users worldwide
Bitcoin: Reuniting a Deeply Divided World
By Tomer Strolight
Bitcoin’s unchangeability is the fix we have needed for money throughout history.
A Fed Pivot Releases Animal Spirits
By Sam Callahan
It seems like things are all lining up for Bitcoin to have an explosive year in 2024.
Swan Bitcoin 2023 Give Guide
By Alex Davani
We can all agree there is nothing greater than the gift of Bitcoin. This holiday season, please join the Swan family in the joy of giving (with a Bitcoin-centric twist).
Argentina: How Fiat Policies Ruined a Once Prosperous Nation
By Sam Callahan
If Argentina embraces Bitcoin, perhaps it can start to resemble the prosperous nation it once was and its people can finally experience something they haven’t felt in a long time — hope.
I’m Bullish and Don’t Care Who Knows
By Isaiah Douglass
All-Time High Bullishness — Why Today Feels Different!
A Recap of the 2023 Pacific Bitcoin Festival
By Nick Payton
Pacific Bitcoin redefines the boundaries of what an event could be by seamlessly blending the best of Bitcoin education, entertainment, and social connections. It was more than just a conference.
5 Reasons to Focus on Bitcoin Only
By Brandon Quittem
Unlike other cryptocurrencies, over the long term, Bitcoin has provided exceptional returns, peace of mind, and security for HODLers, their families, businesses, and employees.
Feast or Famine? Breaking Down the State of the Economy
By Sam Callahan
As Americans continue to feel misled by their government and struggle with the cost of living, Bitcoin increasingly becomes a viable alternative.
What Bitcoiners Need to Know About Hashes (But Are Afraid to Ask)
By Tomer Strolight
Bitcoin leans heavily on a process called hashing to achieve many of its unique properties… But what actually is hashing?
Why Bitcoin is the Ultimate Asset for Your IRA
By Rapha Zagury and Brandon Quittem
Adding Bitcoin to your IRA can provide asset diversification, as well as the potential for higher returns and a measure of protection against monetary debasement.
Preparing for an Inflationary Soft Landing
By Sam Callahan
Investors need to consider that we may be entering a period not seen in the developed world in decades, similar only to those experienced in emerging markets.
Bitcoin: A Digital Benchmark For Tracking Fiat Debasement
By Sam Callahan
As economies around the globe grapple with the fragility of their currencies, the rising adoption of Bitcoin signals a collective move towards the hardest money man has ever known.
What’s New and Coming in Lightning
By Stephan Livera
As Lightning Network Usage Grows, Splicing, BOLT12, Offline Payments, and LSPs are Poised to Deliver Big Improvements for Users.
A Bond Bloodbath is Spiking Heart Rates
By Sam Callahan
Bond yields are rising as investors are beginning to question the sustainability of these policies as the budget deficit grows larger and inflation remains elevated.
Yours Truly, Bitcoin
By Tomer Strolight
I do hope this letter has helped to bridge the understanding between you and me.
Bitcoin Core’s Development Priorities in 2023
By Evan
Developers have been busy shoring up the Bitcoin Core node software. Here is what they are up to.
The Government is Spending Like There’s No Tomorrow
By Sam Callahan
As the government spends frivolously to prevent a recession, the traditional monetary system seems to be growing more fragile as it fractures under the weight of enormous amounts of debt.
Bitcoin: Demystifying Money
By Tomer Strolight
Only Bitcoin completely demystifies how money works and, even more importantly, will continue to work.
Bitcoin: A Buoy in the Waves of Inflation
By Sam Callahan
As uncertainty remains the status quo in the traditional financial system, Bitcoin’s system remains predictable and reliable.
2023 Is a Ripe Environment for Central Bank Failure
By Sam Callahan
The history of the Bank of Amsterdam underscores the vital role trust plays within the monetary system today. As more individuals choose Bitcoin over traditional fiat currencies, its adoption and significance will grow.
Accounting for Bitcoin in a World of Rising Oil Prices
By Sam Callahan
These are thin markets right now, so when major news hits, expect the volatility to continue. And remember… volatility works both ways!