{"id": "<a href="https://primal.net/e/note1zd4ewgvjszfdhm33jyx8wmeucpln7aglfwez2k3mrwfzyz2h0a6sgeaw27">136b9721928092dbee31910c776f3cc07f3f751f4bb2255a3b1b922209577f75</a>", "pubkey": "0bbde3f0ceb58913201e747b3259ae6b8a8ae8c43b725dcfbc7d90e10a3ea0ac", "created_at": 1752920303, "kind": 1, "tags": [["p", "f609d58b4253458768d9baf1b28ab4dfb5f6e690d99bb2760c83de3a840c3ea2", "", "mention"], ["p", "c682abbebbf00e1e3f66ad6f6358612ee4ebd833efeea316ca289ad017804ac8", "", "mention"], ["p", "20986fb83e775d96d188ca5c9df10ce6d613e0eb7e5768a0f0b12b37cdac21b3", "", "mention"], ["t", "BitcoinONLY"], ["t", "Bitcoin"]], "content": "https://image.nostr.build/d3b75a561cc67e1e4276f0d237951ef214396b512f3031459ba1858cd1554985.pngnnWhat is a Bitcoin Circular Economy?nnA Bitcoin Circular Economy is a system where people earn, spend, and save in Bitcoin, locally, without needing to convert it to fiat. Instead of Bitcoin being treated as a speculative asset, it becomes a medium of exchange and store of value within a community of real users. This creates economic loops where Bitcoin stays in use and empowers individuals directly, especially in communities underserved by the traditional financial system.nn21 Reasons Why Bitcoin Nairobi Is Differentnn1. We Focus on #BitcoinONLYnn> No altcoins, no tokens, no scams. Bitcoin Nairobi is laser-focused on #Bitcoin the most decentralized, secure, and transparent digital money in existence.nnnn2. We Promote Circular Economies, Not Ponzi Schemesnn> Our goal is to get people to earn and spend Bitcoin, not to "invest and recruit others." We donu2019t promise unrealistic returns.nnnn3. We Educate Before We Onboardnn> Every participant goes through Bitcoin sessions from our educators at Bitcoin Nairobi and also collaborate with Bitcoin Education projects like nostr:npub17cyatz6z2dzcw6xehtcm9z45m76lde5smxdmyasvs00r4pqv863qrs4ml3 @Trezoracademy, @PlanBNetwork, nostr:npub1c6p2h04m7q8pu0mx44hkxkrp9mjwhkpnalh2x9k29zddq9uqftyqhcgasu @NEWBAPP nostr:npub1yzvxlwp7wawed5vgefwfmugvumtp8c8t0etk3g8sky4n0ndvyxesnxrf8q where they learn about money, Bitcoin history, security, and practical use.nnnn4. Weu2019re Rooted in Community, Not Greednn> Our focus is on community empowerment, not profits. Weu2019re not here to dump coins or chase hype.nnnn5. We Work with Real Businessesnn> Merchants like salons, restaurants, and tech shops in Nairobi accept Bitcoin for goods and services  not as a speculative asset.nnnn6. We Advocate for Self-Custodynn> We teach people to hold their own keys using non-custodial wallets like Blink or bitcoin.coinos.io @bluewallet @trezor @coldcard @sparrowwallet @electrum not to leave coins on risky exchanges.nnnn7. We Are Transparentnn> Our projects are open, our events are public, and our education is documented. We have no backdoors or hidden agendas.nnnn8. We Don't Shill, We Servenn> No paid promotions. No token partnerships. We donu2019t chase influencers. We grow organically, person to person.nnnn9. We Partner with Global Bitcoin Educatorsnn> Like Mi Primer Bitcoin, Trezor Academy, and Bitcoin Ekasi, we're part of a growing global movement.nnnn10. We Are Anti-Money Launderingnn> Our activities are based on open-source tools and public addresses. There's nothing hidden, and all transactions are on the public blockchain.nnnn11. We Focus on Financial Freedom, Not Financial Gamesnn> Bitcoin Nairobi helps people escape inflation, high fees, and government control u2014 not get-rich-quick fantasies.nnnn12. We Host In-Person Meetupsnn> Every Saturday, we host u201cBitcoin Nairobi Hangoutsu201d  real people, real food, real sats, real impact.nnnn13. We Build Local Capacitynn> Weu2019re training developers, designers, and entrepreneurs to build on Bitcoin  not just use it.nnnn14. We Help Merchants Thrivenn> Our onboarding includes free training, signage, and follow-up visits not just a QR code and goodbye.nnnn15. We Document Our Journeynn> From photos to social media posts to graduation ceremonies, our work is visible, not vapor.nnnn16. We Accept Donations Transparentlynn> Our Geyser fund is public, with visible donors and funding progress. No shady crypto wallets.nnnn17. We Teach Bitcoin as a Tool for Justicenn> Bitcoin Nairobi frames Bitcoin as a human rights tool  especially in places where the local currency fails the people.nnnn18. We Avoid Hype and Market Talknn> We donu2019t talk about price or trends. We talk about freedom, security, and sovereignty.nnnn19. We Include Youth and Womennn> Our programs are designed for accessibility and inclusion empowering the next generation.nnnn20. We Collaborate with Trusted Bitcoinersnn> From Kenya to El Salvador, we work with people building circular economies, not pump-and-dump groups.nnnn21. We Are Rooted in Proof of Worknn> Just like Bitcoin itself, we believe in earning your way, not cutting corners. We grind, build, teach, and grow  one block at a time.nn", "sig": "6b992b2148ccb534c923394d7f43043619d2220e4d96d21d315a2834e7540d6d353713b26c692de1fa6b32f03652481c1ad7add09d8d62521d7dbdf6d77f2908"}