# Why Europe Is Still Afraid of Bitcoin (And Why the Narrative Is Breaking)

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Podcast: [BitCorner](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bitcorner-6048633)
Published: 2025-12-23T18:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://thejuansc.substack.com/p/why-europe-is-still-afraid-of-bitcoin
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