Hey, Fernando here – Happy New Year! 🎉
Sorry for the radio silence here, but I’ve been busy over the holidays putting the finishing touches on the Perception platform, and I’m thrilled to share that it’s now live in closed alpha for you to test.
(Last week's snapshot below shows the new design and function make sure to check it out 👇)
The platform is designed for researchers, journalists, and traders, offering something truly unique: real-time trend and sentiment tracking across the Bitcoin industry.
With over 100+ indexed sources, there’s no other platform like it, giving you insights into everything happening in the ecosystem, all in one place.
I’d love it if you could take a moment to check it out and share your feedback. Head over to app.perception.to to sign up for free and start testing it out.
Thanks so much, and I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts! 🙌
The first report of the year provides a comprehensive analysis of Bitcoin coverage across mainstream media, crypto-specific outlets, social platforms, and community discussions.
These are the key stories and themes from recent weeks, analyzing sentiment and contextual trends:
Key Themes:
1. Africa’s Renewable Energy Bitcoin Mining Boom
2. Switzerland’s Bitcoin Reserve Proposal
3. Emerging Bitcoin Opportunities and Misconceptions
Industry Snapshot 📸
Hot Discussions 🔥
Africa’s Bitcoin Mining Growth
Sentiment: Positive
Africa accounts for 3% of the global Bitcoin mining hashrate, driven by renewable energy sources like hydropower. Ethiopia leads with 2.5%, positioning the continent as a future green mining hub.
- Mainstream Media: Focus on Africa’s potential as a renewable energy leader, highlighting economic and infrastructure benefits.
- Crypto Media: Celebrates local innovations like Gridless, which integrates mining with energy projects.
- Social Media: Enthusiastic discussions about Africa’s untapped potential and its impact on global mining dynamics.
Switzerland’s Bitcoin Reserve Proposal 🇨🇭
Sentiment: Positive
The Swiss Federal Chancellery approved a proposal for the Swiss National Bank to include Bitcoin in its reserves, sparking optimism about institutional adoption.
- Mainstream Media: Explores the proposal as a groundbreaking financial strategy for national diversification.
- Crypto Media: Highlights the potential impact on central banking and the global perception of Bitcoin.
- Social Media: Reactions range from excitement to skepticism, with debates on volatility and financial innovation.
Money Talk 💰
Bitcoin Circular Economies in Suriname
Sentiment: Positive
Grassroots initiatives in Suriname demonstrate Bitcoin’s viability as a currency and savings mechanism.
- Mainstream Media: Highlights how Bitcoin empowers marginalized communities amidst economic struggles.
- Crypto Media: Explores the technical and community-led strategies fostering adoption.
- Social Media: Mixed discussions on the practicality of Bitcoin for financial inclusion.
Opportunities 📈
Bitcoin Rally Momentum
Sentiment: Positive
Increased trading volume and favorable IRS news signal optimism for Bitcoin’s recovery, with the potential to test the $100K mark.
- Mainstream Media: Attributes recovery to regulatory delays easing market pressures.
- Crypto Media: Emphasizes Bitcoin’s growing dominance and strong investor confidence.
- Social Media: Anticipation for a breakout above $100K, with mixed short-term predictions.
