Jeremy Almond sits down with Valentin Popescu, a core leader at Motiv Peru, to explore how Bitcoin is transforming remote communities in the Andes. Motiv combines vocational training, circular economies, and practical Bitcoin education to help villagers, especially women and youth, gain income, use sound money, and build independence.
Valentin shares how Motiv’s model goes beyond traditional aid by focusing on dignity, resilience, and local agency. This conversation highlights the challenges of bringing Bitcoin to rural economies, the successes of grassroots adoption, and the potential for decentralized technology to unlock sustainable development in Peru.
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 Coming Up
01:13 Introduction and Background of Velentin
01:56 The Motiv Story
06:46 Building a Network of Support
11:24 Empowerment and Education
14:07 Heartfelt Stories of Change
18:45 Conclusion and Future Plans
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/moti...
X: https://x.com/MotivPeru
Website: https://motiv.ngo/
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