How do good ideas spread? Through books shared between friends. Podcasts listened to on long drives. Conversations that challenge what we thought we knew. People willing to ask better questions and share what they’ve learned. The Education & Connection pillar at Sovereignty Summit is about keeping ideas open, accessible and alive. We’ll explore how learning happens beyond traditional institutions, how communities pass on knowledge, and why free exchange matters in a world where information is abundant but meaningful connection can still be hard to find. Because education isn’t only about collecting information. It’s about developing the confidence to think critically, test ideas, learn from others and keep changing your mind when the evidence demands it. Sovereignty grows when people have access to knowledge, and when they have communities where that knowledge can be discussed, challenged and shared freely. That’s what we’re building in Queenstown. 📍 Coronet Peak, Queenstown, New Zealand 🗓️ 2–3 April 2027 Tickets: sovereigntysummit.nz/tickets Join @thebitcoinbasin and a global community of thinkers, builders and curious minds coming together to learn, connect and share ideas. #SovereigntySummit #Education #Community #Connection #IndependentThinking #Sovereignty #Queenstown

Great podcast featuring our growing community! ⚡️🧡

See you tonight Queenstown at @thelockerroomqt Bring your friends and your sats!! ⚡️🍻

The lads! @TheBitcoinBasin @UngaroDarcy piped.video/watch?v=OwiWqoOv… 🇦🇷🇳🇿

A true honour to become part of My First Bitcoin educational network. In this era of mass disinformation and scams, the role of Bitcoin educators is becoming increasingly important. Bitcoin Education is about providing accurate and impartial information so people can navigate this incredible space safely and make their own informed decisions. @MyFirstBitcoin_ is empowering educators from all over the world, connecting them and providing the tools we need to keep helping others. We couldn’t be more excited to start building together.

The latest edition of the Bitkiwi Brief is out! We've got a round up of the August #Bitcoin news from a kiwi perspective, including the latest policy announcement from @actparty, some news from @bitcoinpolicynz, the latest on the next Bitkiwi event in Wellington, and much much more! You can read and subscribe here: eepurl.com/DSCkk8MfOu

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Strong disagree. Do you think we would have this level of adoption if Laszlo hadn’t bought those pizzas with Bitcoin? If everyone had just hodled and never used it? Of course paying in fiat/stablecoins is (currently) more convenient and smoother. It’s weaker money, and the rails of the fiat system have been built over hundreds of years. When you pay in Bitcoin, you send a HUGE message to the merchant, their staff, and their customers: “This is the money I choose, and I value your service enough to pay you with the best money ever created.” Just ask yourself: would you rather be paid in Bitcoin or fiat? We’re from Argentina as well, and we spend, tip, and zap in sats every chance we get. Hyperbitcoinization is inevitable, but it’s up to us whether it takes 20 years or 100. Normalizing Bitcoin and making it real and tangible for everyday people is how we accelerate adoption. Especially considering how easy it is to Spend & Replace thanks to Lightning. In our local circular economy, @TheBitcoinBasin , 50+ merchants currently accept Bitcoin and the main reason is simple: we actively support the merchants who are open minded enough to accept it. When you offer to pay in Bitcoin, you create an incentive for merchants to consider it and eventually accept it. Paying in Bitcoin is one of the easiest and most effective ways to get people started on their Bitcoin Journey. It’s almost a public service for the network…just like in the early days, when people gave away literally hundreds of bitcoin so others could become familiar with the technology. It’s your money. You can do whatever you want with it. But if you want to see hyperbitcoinization in your lifetime, consider using it.

Queenstown!!! We will see you tonight at Altitude Brewery in Frankton. This is a special evening where we will talk about the @SovSummitNZ See you from 5.30pm onwards!

Speaker Announcement: Anja Dragovic We're delighted to welcome Anja Dragovic to Sovereignty Summit 2027. As the host of Australia's female-led, Bitcoin-only podcast, The Honest Money Show, Anja is helping a new generation understand money from first principles. Through thoughtful conversations with some of the biggest thinkers in Bitcoin, Anja has become one of Australia's emerging voices for honest, accessible Bitcoin education. Her work cuts through the noise, helping everyday people better understand money, freedom, self-custody and the principles that underpin a more sovereign future. Passionate about sound money and building resilient communities, Anja brings a practical and refreshing perspective to the Bitcoin conversation. Join us in Queenstown as Anja explores why understanding money is one of the most important steps towards living a more sovereign life. 📍 Queenstown, New Zealand 🗓️ 2–3 April 2027 🎟️ Tickets on sale now - sovereigntysummit.nz/tickets @thebitcoinbasin @honestmoneyshow @BitcoinAnja

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Many posts proclaim “Self Custody is dead” Are you kidding me? We are talking about the separation of money and state here, did you think it would be easy? One company that we all “trusted,” and yet nobody verified, caused massive damage because of a bug latent since 2021… Only time will tell if it was negligence or premeditated. A humbling lesson for all of us. Anything built on Bitcoin needs to be as robust as Bitcoin, otherwise it will, and should, be wiped out. Painful? Undoubtedly Necessary? Absolutely We are building the foundations of the financial system for the next 200 years and beyond, they better be rock solid. Time to go back to the basics and truly verify.

Technology isn't just changing the world. It's changing who holds the power. Most of us use technology every day without questioning who controls it, who owns our data, or whether there's another way. The Technology & Innovation pillar at Sovereignty Summit explores the tools and ideas helping build a more decentralised future. From open-source Bitcoin mining and self-custody hardware to Lightning payments and decentralised computing, we'll dive into the technologies giving individuals greater ownership, resilience and freedom. This isn't about adopting every new innovation. It's about understanding the technologies that reduce dependence on centralised systems and put more control back into your hands. Whether you're just starting your Bitcoin journey or already building with these tools, you'll hear from world-class speakers, developers and practitioners who are shaping the future. 📍 Queenstown, New Zealand 🗓️ 2–3 April 2027 🎟️ Tickets: sovereigntysummit.nz/tickets Join @thebitcoinbasin and a global community exploring the future of technology, money and human freedom. #SovereigntySummit #Bitcoin #Technology #Innovation #SelfCustody #Lightning #OpenSource #Freedom #Queenstown @jeffbooth

Huge thanks to @_thebitcoinshop for this amazing bag of goodies we received at @Bitkiwi1! Every new merchant we onboard at @TheBitcoinBasin receives a welcome gift basket, so this is exactly what we need! If you are looking for Bitcoin hardware makesure to check them out, they are the best place in New Zealand. Use code TBJ2009 to get 5% off your order. Sovereignty Through Security.

Speaker Announcement: Peter Dunworth When it comes to protecting Bitcoin, few people have earned more trust than Peter. Since co-founding The Bitcoin Adviser in 2016, Peter has helped individuals, families and businesses secure Bitcoin with a zero-loss custody track record. His work spans collaborative custody, inheritance planning, family offices and corporate Bitcoin strategy - helping people preserve wealth not just for today, but for generations to come. As author of the Generational Bitcoin Playbook and co-founder of Chief Bitcoin Officer, Peter is at the forefront of helping both families and companies navigate long-term Bitcoin ownership with confidence. At Sovereignty Summit, Peter will explore one of the foundations of true sovereignty: protecting what you've built. Because owning Bitcoin is only the beginning - knowing how to secure it, preserve it and pass it on is just as important. 📍 Queenstown, New Zealand 🗓️ 2–3 April 2027 Tickets: sovereigntysummit.nz/tickets Follow Peter: 𝕏 @PeterBTCAdviser LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dunworthpete… Follow @thebitcoinbasin for more Bitcoin education, events and community updates. #SovereigntySummit #Bitcoin #SelfCustody #BitcoinSecurity #GenerationalWealth #SoundMoney #Queenstown

Foundation: Why Bitcoin Comes First Technology. Health. Food. Family. Education. Freedom. These are all essential parts of a sovereign life. But they share something in common. They all depend on the incentives of the system we live within. Money shapes almost everything. It influences how we save, invest, build businesses, care for our families and plan for the future. When money encourages short-term thinking, the effects ripple through every part of society. Bitcoin offers a different foundation. A monetary system built on transparency, decentralisation and fixed rules - not political promises. It rewards long-term thinking, personal responsibility and individual ownership. That's why Bitcoin sits beneath every pillar of Sovereignty Summit. It isn't because every conversation is about Bitcoin. It's because sound money creates the conditions for stronger families, healthier communities, greater innovation and a future where people have more freedom to choose their own path. Over the coming months, we'll continue exploring each of the seven domains—and the remarkable speakers bringing these conversations to life at Sovereignty Summit. Join @thebitcoinbasin and hundreds of people from around the world as we explore what it really means to build a sovereign life. 📍 Queenstown, New Zealand 🗓️ 2–3 April 2027 Tickets: sovereigntysummit.nz/tickets

🥊 Another milestone for the Bitcoin Basin. We are excited to welcome QFC as the first martial arts gym in Queenstown to accept Bitcoin! ⚡ You can now improve your fitness, challenge yourself, and learn the importance of self-defence through group, private, and women-only classes in Boxing, Muay Thai, MMA, and more. Talking about Proof of Work for the mind & body. Our circular economy is growing by the day and there is no stopping it. Welcome QFC to the @TheBitcoinBasin family! 🧡 qfc-mma.com

Another fantastic meetup at the @TheBitcoinBasin! Great conversations and delicious food at The Meat Preachers, all paid with #Bitcoin. See you on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Our next meetup will be even more special, so keep an eye on our socials, you wont want to miss whats coming!

Queenstown Bitcoin meet up tomorrow! Meat Preachers, Queenstown Central / Frankton. 5.30pm all welcome!! This merchant accepts BTC for payment, top up your @stacked_bitcoin wallet!