Bitcoin's Natural Alignment with Switzerland

Bitcoin's and Swiss values align naturally, creating unique opportunities for Switzerland's future.

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Sovereignty

Switzerland's constitutional commitment to independence and federalism (Art. 2, 3 BV) reflects a deep respect for sovereignty down to cantonal levels. Bitcoin's decentralized architecture ensures no single entity controls the network, preserving monetary sovereignty for its users.

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Political Neutrality

Switzerland's long-standing neutrality, rooted in its foreign policy tradition (Art. 54, 173 BV), positions it as an valued, impartial actor on the global stage. Bitcoin operates on a neutral, apolitical protocol – accessible to anyone regardless of jurisdiction, ideology, or affiliation.

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Consensus Governance

Switzerland's direct democracy (Art. 136-142 BV) and consensus-driven political culture ensure decisions reflect the will of the people and cantons. Bitcoin's consensus mechanism requires broad network agreement for any protocol changes, ensuring no single party can impose decisions unilaterally.

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Power Decentralization

Switzerland's structure (Art. 3, 43a BV) pushes much authority to the cantonal, and communal levels, preventing concentration of power. Bitcoin distributes power across thousands of independent nodes worldwide, preventing centralized control or single points of failure.

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Political Liberty & Economic Freedom

Switzerland's constitution enshrines liberty including economic freedom (Art. 2, 10-27 BV) as fundamental rights. Bitcoin empowers individuals with financial autonomy and self-custody, free from intermediaries or centralized gatekeepers.

What We Do

Three core offerings designed for Switzerland's decision-makers navigating the Bitcoin transition.

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Education

From 1:1 bespoke sessions to more formal courses

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Research

Actionable insights on Bitcoin's strategic implications

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Speaking

Keynotes that get the message across and encourage reflection

Shape the future of money

We collaborate with policymakers, researchers, and educators to advance Switzerland's monetary strategy.

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