From Bitcoin To Brain Wallets: A Solopreneur’s Time-Traveling Guide To Fintech, Crypto, and The Future of Money

Time Travel: 2015, 2025, 2035

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Imagine stepping into a time machine and witnessing the evolution of money — from the rise of Bitcoin to the fall of traditional banks, and beyond.

For solopreneurs and creatives, the future of fintech is about rewriting the rules of wealth, ownership, and impact.

In this article, we will time-travel through 2015, 2025, and 2035 to uncover the opportunities, pitfalls, and innovations that will define the next decade.

2015: The Wild West of Crypto

• What Happened: Bitcoin was still a niche curiosity. Ethereum launched, introducing smart contracts and decentralized apps (dApps).
• Mind-Blowing Insight: This was the last time you could buy Bitcoin for under $1,000. The concept of digital gold was still controversial.
• Bitcoin’s Rise: Bitcoin was still a niche asset, trading at around $200-$300. Early adopters were either tech enthusiasts or libertarians.
• Ethereum’s Birth: Ethereum launched, introducing smart contracts and the idea of programmable money.
• Regulatory Uncertainty: Governments were…