As Bitcoin celebrates its 16th anniversary, Rena Shah of Trust Machines stated that Bitcoin is no longer just “digital gold” but an important part of the global financial infrastructure. Major changes are expected in 2024, such as Layer 2 expansion and the proliferation of Ordinals. 💸

Bitcoin ETFs from giants like BlackRock have attracted more than $1.5 billion in investment. However, the principle of decentralization must be preserved. ⚖️

Layer 2 networks like Lightning and Stacks are further integrating Bitcoin into DeFi and traditional finance. Innovations like BitVM and OP_Cat are increasing Bitcoin’s use in smart contracts and digital identity. 🚀