Pierre Rochard: Lessons From a Decade in Bitcoin

In this episode of Bitcoin Journeys, I sit down with one of Bitcoin’s most respected early adopters, Pierre Rochard. We trace Pierre’s path from discovering Austrian economics and open-source software in high school to becoming a thought leader in the Bitcoin space.Pierre shares how his understanding of monetary theory and software freedom primed him for Bitcoin, why he never bought into the altcoin hype, and what he sees as Bitcoin’s next frontier: institutional adoption. We discuss the rise of strategic Bitcoin reserves, how banks are preparing to integrate Bitcoin services, and why self-custody and custodial platforms will coexist in the future.Pierre also dives into his latest venture, the Bitcoin Bond Company, which aims to bridge Bitcoin and the fixed-income market—educating bond investors and expanding Bitcoin’s role in global capital markets.Whether you’re new to Bitcoin or a seasoned HODLer, this episode offers sharp insights into the long-term vision of Bitcoin as a cornerstone of the financial system.📍 Topics Covered: • Pierre’s Bitcoin origin story • Altcoin skepticism and the illusion of diversification • Anti-fragility and resilience of the Bitcoin network • Bitcoin’s role in institutional finance and public policy • The mission behind the Bitcoin Bond Company • Advice for newcomers entering the space🔗 Follow Pierre: @BitcoinPierre

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