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2026-06-04 10:37:14 UTC

Venom on Nostr: One of the most rewarding parts of writing "The Last Refuge: Bitcoin Amid Digital ...

One of the most rewarding parts of writing "The Last Refuge: Bitcoin Amid Digital Dystopia" has been discovering people who are already using Bitcoin to create positive change in the real world.

I'm especially grateful to and the community for participating in the book through an interview featured in the chapter "Bitcoin is Hope."

After a successful career at the highest levels of professional dance, Dion witnessed firsthand how many talented artists never get the opportunity to create—not because they lack talent, but because funding, access, and opportunity are often controlled by gatekeepers. His vision is simple but powerful: use Bitcoin to help artists connect directly with supporters, achieve greater financial independence, and create freely on their own terms.

That is why his story belongs in a chapter about hope. Hope is not optimism. Hope is building alternatives when the existing system no longer serves people.

🧡 All Bitcoin proceeds from "The Last Refuge" will be donated to Bitcoin For The Arts and two other non-profit organizations featured in the book.
If you'd like to support their mission, consider spending a few sats on a copy:

https://thelastrefuge.carrd.co/

Every sat helps empower creators and build a more sovereign future. Spanish version available.