Seiiti Arata

A practical comparative overview of successful Bitcoin adoption strategies from different regions literally from Brazil to Japan. Includes cases from Europe (Portugal and Spain) and Latin America (Argentina, El Salvador, Paraguay). Discover region-specific approaches to education, circular economies, community building, corporate adoption, and seamless financial integrations that build stronger global Bitcoin bridges.

When you buy Bitcoin, do you really own it? Not if someone else holds your keys.

This panel is designed for newcomers who want to understand why self-custody—holding your own Bitcoin—is the safest and most empowering way to use it. We’ll break it down in plain language:

What self-custody means and how it works

The difference between wallets, exchanges, and hardware devices

How to get started without being a tech expert

Why “not your keys, not your coins” still matters—especially now

If you're new to Bitcoin and want to protect what you've worked hard to earn, this is the session that will show you how to take full control—safely and confidently.