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Bitcoin's Journey: From 'Hacker Money' to Institutional Cornerstone

Published on October 31, 2025

Categories: Market Analysis Adoption History

Seventeen years after the release of its whitepaper, Bitcoin has undergone a significant transformation, evolving from its initial perception as 'hacker money' into a recognized cornerstone of global finance and policy.

Seventeen years after its whitepaper, Bitcoin has evolved from “hacker money” into a cornerstone of global finance and policy.

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