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Joe Nakamoto is an independent Bitcoin journalist known for reporting on adoption and infrastructure in frontier markets. Since leaving legacy media in early 2024, he has published interviews and documentaries from more than 25 countries, covering subjects such as mobile remittances, Lightning Network growth, and financial education. His work has appeared in Forbes, Cointelegraph, BBC, Yahoo Finance, Bitcoin Magazine, and Bloomberg. In 2024, Nakamoto’s viral short documentary on crypto scams amassed over 200,000 views across social platforms, sparking widespread discussions on social engineering in digital assets. He regularly speaks at global conferences, including BTC Prague and Adopting Bitcoin, and maintains a YouTube channel with over 15,000 subscribers.
Nakamoto tracks metrics around Lightning Network node activity, on-chain payment routing, and wallet decentralization. His 2025 coverage on public Lightning nodes cited over 15,000 unique online nodes, with a capacity exceeding 5,500 BTC. Industry figures often cite his work when discussing real-world Bitcoin use in Ghana, Guatemala, and El Salvador. With a focus on education, infrastructure, and scams, Nakamoto’s reporting remains vital for documenting Bitcoin’s utility beyond investment narratives.
Joe Nakamoto: German government sold 50,000 BTC nearly two years ago
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, points out that the German government sold about 50,000 BTC nearly two years ago. He observes that this move, which once may have appeared ...
Kibera slum features bitcoin use in video, Joe Nakamoto notes
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, made a video documenting the use of bitcoin in Kibera, a slum. As a result, his image was featured on a chip shop in the ...
Joe Nakamoto: Free bitcoin was not retrieved from bitkit wallet in video
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, points out that free bitcoin was not retrieved from the Bitkit wallet in a video. No additional context or details were provided in the ...
Bitcoin long form and outcuts available by subscription, Joe Nakamoto notes
Joe Nakamoto, Bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, is working to share virtually all of his photography and video work on his main platform. He adds that those interested in more detailed long ...
Joe Nakamoto: AI developer turns bitcoin farmer for daily transactions
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, shares the story of Fred, known as "The Bitcoin Farmer." Fred left his career as an AI software developer to pursue farming, relying on bitcoin ...
Starting home mining is a major focus this year, Joe Nakamoto notes
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, writes that one of his main objectives this year is to begin mining at home and inspire others to adopt the same approach. He also notes his ...
Joe Nakamoto: Selling lower-quality crypto assets for bitcoin brings greater focus
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, suggests that selling less valuable cryptocurrencies in exchange for bitcoin may help investors minimize concerns and focus on trades that truly ...
Hormuz processing bitcoin lightning and American Express, Joe Nakamoto notes
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, highlights an unusual payment situation at Hormuz, noting that the venue now accepts both bitcoin lightning and American Express. Nakamoto ...
Joe Nakamoto: Calls attention to BTC Hel Event for further developments
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, suggests there is more to come regarding current developments. Nakamoto recommends watching the BTC Hel Event for additional ...
Bitcoin depression index leads to sense of discouragement, Joe Nakamoto notes
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, shared his experience after taking the bitcoin depression index. According to Nakamoto, the result left him feeling ...
Joe Nakamoto: Crypto media outlets report on wrench attacks without reaching primary sources
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, describes how the crypto media industry often functions. After publishing a video essay on a surge of crypto wrench attacks in France on Friday, ...
France records 41 Bitcoin kidnappings in recent months, Joe Nakamoto reveals
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, reports a surge in kidnappings targeting Bitcoin owners in France, with 41 incidents occurring over a four-month period. According to Nakamoto, a ...
Joe Nakamoto: Advises against disclosing bitcoin or crypto holdings to government or others
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, cautions individuals not to inform governments or others about their bitcoin or crypto holdings. Nakamoto adds that for privacy and personal ...
Bitcoin mining makes major entry into Europe, Joe Nakamoto notes
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, served as MC at a free energy summit in Lisbon. During the event, Nakamoto witnessed several notable moments and stated that bitcoin mining is ...
Joe Nakamoto: Bitcoin and Tando challenge Western Union dominance
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, suggests that Bitcoin and Tando may pose a significant challenge to Western Union. Nakamoto congratulates Tando and thanks Satoshi, the creator ...
Collaborating with bitcoiners leads to effective outcomes, Joe Nakamoto notes
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, shares his experience working with nonbitcoiners and bitcoiners in creative projects. Nakamoto says that nonbitcoiners he collaborates with ...
Joe Nakamoto: Home bitcoin miners now range from $99 to $799
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, highlights the rise of affordable bitcoin home mining equipment, including a $799 Bitcoin Solo Miner and options starting from $99. According ...
Citrea new project sparks scam speculation, Joe Nakamoto notes
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, raises questions about Citrea's new project, suggesting it may be connected to potential scams in the crypto space. The tweet presents a choice ...
Joe Nakamoto: Bitcoin-only channels likely to gain traction
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, calls for increased AI integration on bitcoin-only YouTube channels. Nakamoto specifically mentions several popular content creators and ...
BTCMap helps users locate bitcoin merchants, Joe Nakamoto notes
Joe Nakamoto, bitcoin journalist at Self-employed, encourages followers to check out BTCMap as a valuable resource. He points out that BTCMap can help individuals discover bitcoin-accepting ...
Joe Nakamoto: Financial journalist argues bitcoin is not money
Joe Nakamoto, Bitcoin Journalist at Self-employed, shares a viewpoint regarding bitcoin's status as money, highlighting that a financial journalist in a Patagonia gilet describes bitcoin as not ...
