DON’T TRUST, VERIFY INCORPORATED is an Australian not for profit organisation, registered in NSW Incorporated Associations Register under Incorporation Number INC2300387.
The mission of the "Don't Trust, Verify" foundation is to promote the widespread adoption and use of Bitcoin as a secure and decentralized digital currency by educating individuals, businesses, and governments.
Through advocacy, education, and community engagement, the foundation aims to empower people to take control of their financial future and promote the principles of transparency, privacy, and security in the cryptocurrency space.
We will work toward our mission by…
Educating the public on the basics of Bitcoin and the benefits of using a decentralized digital currency.
Supporting selected open-source projects which will accelerate Bitcoin adaptation.
Encouraging businesses to accept Bitcoin as a form of payment and providing guidance on how to do so.
Advocating for government policies that support the growth and adoption of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
Building a strong community of Bitcoin enthusiasts who share the values of the foundation and can work together to achieve its mission.
The “Don’t Trust, Verify” foundation believes that Bitcoin has the potential to revolutionize the financial industry by providing a more secure, transparent, and decentralized system for conducting transactions. Through its efforts, the foundation hopes to create a world where individuals have more control over their money and where financial transactions are conducted in a more open and equitable manner. The Don’t Trust, Verify Foundation is a non-profit organization that was established to promote the use and adoption of Bitcoin, as well as to support and educate the community of users, developers, and businesses involved in the Bitcoin ecosystem.
The vision of the Don’t Trust, Verify Foundation is to create a world where Bitcoin is a widely used and trusted currency that enables people to participate in the global economy on their own terms. The Foundation’s goals include promoting the growth and development of the Bitcoin network, supporting the development of innovative applications and technologies that build on the Bitcoin protocol, and fostering education and awareness of the benefits of Bitcoin and blockchain technology. Overall, the Don’t Trust, Verify Foundation envisions a future where Bitcoin is widely accepted and used as a means of exchange and store of value, enabling individuals and businesses to transact with greater speed, security, and efficiency than traditional financial systems.
Our Values
Raising Awareness - The Foundation works to raise awareness of cryptocurrencies and their potential benefits, as well as to educate the public about the risks and challenges associated with this new technology.
Promoting Adoption - The Foundation encourages the adoption of cryptocurrencies by individuals, businesses, and institutions, and provides support and resources to help facilitate this adoption.
Supporting Development - The Foundation supports the development of blockchain technology by funding research and development projects, as well as by providing mentorship and other resources to developers.
Advocating for Policies - The Foundation advocates for policies that promote the growth and global adoption of cryptocurrencies, and engages with government officials and other stakeholders to help shape these policies.
Bitcoin
Bitcoin has the potential to revolutionize much more than just one industry. Here are some potential areas where Bitcoin could make a significant impact:
Financial Inclusion - Bitcoin can enable people without access to traditional banking services to participate in the global financial system, as all you need is an internet connection to use Bitcoin.
Micropayments - With Bitcoin, it is possible to send and receive very small payments quickly and cheaply. This could open up new possibilities for content creators and artists to monetize their work, as well as for small businesses to accept payments for low-cost items.
Decentralized Finance - Bitcoin is built on a decentralized blockchain, which means that it can be used to create a wide range of financial products and services that operate independently of traditional financial institutions. This has led to the rise of decentralized finance (DeFi), which is a new financial system that uses blockchain technology to provide financial services that are open, transparent, and accessible to everyone.
Supply Chain Management - The blockchain technology that underpins Bitcoin can be used to create a transparent and secure supply chain management system. This could enable businesses to track products from the point of origin to the point of sale, which would help to prevent fraud, counterfeiting, and other supply chain problems.
Identity Verification - Bitcoin’s blockchain technology can be used to create a secure and decentralized system for identity verification. This could help to prevent identity theft and fraud, as well as to make it easier for people to access financial services and other online services that require identity verification.