Seattle hub for bitcoiners and cypherpunks
these principles guide the institute
Sound money, digital property rights, and hope for the next generation
Privacy is not a crime. Humans have the right to transact and speak in private
Without the ability to transact and speak freely, all other rights are meaningless
Security and preparedness are essential for resilient communities
Humans thrive through collaboration. Bitcoin represents more than sound money — it is a cultural shift toward sovereignty and parallel human-to-human networks that cannot be censored, de-platformed, or AI-flooded.
This classic statist challenge assumes only coerced taxation can fund shared infrastructure
We reject this premise
We will build an optimistic physical hub that serves the local Bitcoin & cypherpunk community. Creating a space for education, connection, innovation, and economic activity. Increasing member knowledge, forging strong interpersonal bonds, sparking entrepreneurship, and supporting Bitcoin-adjacent businesses through talent pipelines, customer access, and professional workspace. We welcome, and actively encourage, for-profit companies to benefit from and contribute to this ecosystem. Together we will build real solutions to the challenges we face, both locally and globally.