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Moreover, Tapiero believes that the regulatory environment may catalyze growth in decentralized finance (DeFi), an area that has been stymied recently but shows great promise. He emphasized the importance of self-custody solutions like Ledger, which empower individuals to control their own digital assets—enabling decentralized finance applications and increasing user autonomy.
Macro Implications for Bitcoin
Tapiero's macroeconomic insights also guide his perspective on Bitcoin’s role as a strategic reserve asset for sovereign nations. He acknowledged the challenges of establishing national Bitcoin reserves but maintained that diversification into Bitcoin could serve as an effective hedge against inflation for countries.