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A Sound Punt: The Case for Ireland’s Interest in Bitcoin

Ireland stands at a crossroads — as the global financial system evolves, so must our understanding of money, value, and sovereignty. A Sound Punt lays out a clear, accessible case for why Bitcoin deserves serious consideration in Irish homes, boardrooms, and government. Whether you’re curious, cautious, or already convinced, this is the starting point for an informed national conversation.

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Why Bitcoin Matters To Ireland

Below are four areas in which Bitcoin the digital asset and digital network can be beneficial for the country and people of Ireland.

Value Preservation

Due to its ever expanding supply, the Euro no longer serves as a prudent store of value. Bitcoin in contrast has a fixed supply of coins, intended to preserve wealth over time.

Financial Sovereignty

Bitcoin is a bearer asset, meaning that it isn’t credit, or a claim to money. Rather it itself is the money which can be transacted and stored without censorship or confiscation.

Business and Commerce

We believe an open-minded approach to Bitcoin will prove to be one of the most important decisions businesses and countries can make to improve payments and fight inflation.

Energy and Climate

Bitcoin mining offers energy providers a reliable buyer and additional revenue stream regardless of their location. It also benefits renewable energy development and grid stability.

We Are

A team of purpose-driven and enthusiastic people looking to make change in the world to create a better future for the coming generations. We think it’s important to make learning about Bitcoin more accessible, inclusive and ultimately more relatable. We empower individuals and businesses by educating on the current problems with money and show the benefits Bitcoin can have.

Advocates

For why Bitcoin is important to Irish individuals, businesses and the State.

Educators

On how to understand and use Bitcoin to its maximum potential.

Supporters

Of any person, group or business looking to do more with the Bitcoin network.

Founding Members

A group of Irish individuals from diverse backgrounds, united by a passion to see Ireland successfully navigate the world’s transition to truly digital money.

Richard O’Hagan

Richard is a barrister who previously served as an Army Captain in the Irish Defence Forces for over a decade. He believes Bitcoin has the potential to be a positive catalyst for change in many aspects of our lives.

Conor Mulcahy

Conor is an experienced digital marketing professional and ardent Bitcoin advocate since 2017. He works for Bitcoin Magazine and strongly believes in Bitcoin’s potential for both the individual and society as a whole.

Niall Burke (Ph.D.)

Niall is a mechanical engineering lecturer specialising in renewable energy technologies, with over 20 years of academic and industrial experience in the sector and a passion for Bitcoin’s positive impact on the energy sector.

Fiachra Mullen

Fiachra is an entrepreneur and marketing professional within the medicinal cannabis sector. He is passionate about the potential positive impact Bitcoin can have on society and industry alike.

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