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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat is a virtual currency? Debunking the myth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Let’s start at the beginning, without any technicalities that might cause us to short-circuit. A virtual currency (or cryptocurrency) is, in essence, digital money. Unlike the euro or the dollar in your bank account – which is also digital but controlled by a central bank – virtual currencies are decentralised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Wait a minute!”, you say. “Decentralised? What does that mean?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It means that there is no central authority, such as a government or a bank, issuing them, controlling them or validating transactions. Instead, it’s all powered by a revolutionary technology called blockchain<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Imagine a public ledger shared by thousands of computers around the world. Every time someone makes a transaction (e.g. sends you a virtual currency), that transaction is recorded in a “block”. This block is linked to the previous one, forming an unbreakable, chronological chain. The great thing about this is that once a block is added to the chain, it is virtually impossible to modify or forge. It’s like having thousands of notaries watching every move at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This technology is what gives virtual currencies their superpowers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are three main categories you should be aware of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If the world of cryptocurrencies were a monarchy, Bitcoin would be the undisputed king, the one who got there first and laid the foundations of the game. Created in 2009 by a mysterious figure known as Satoshi Nakamoto (no one knows if it is a person or a group), the Bitcoin was the first decentralised virtual currency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bitcoin is to cryptocurrencies what the Ford T was to cars: the pioneer that changed everything. Its value is not based on gold or the trust of a government, but on pure mathematics, supply and demand, and the trust of its community of users. Its supply is finite (only 21 million Bitcoin will ever exist), which gives it a similar quality to gold: scarcity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today, to speak of Bitcoin is to speak of a fully-fledged financial asset, a store of value for some and a high-risk investment vehicle for others. Its price is famously volatile – Bitcoin has gone from pennies to over $60,000 per unit at times, rising and falling like a roller coaster – but its resilience and growing adoption have established it as the guiding light for the entire crypto ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Any company in the fintech sector, any financial consultancy or any modern investor has at least one eye on the behaviour of Bitcoin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today, large companies such as Tesla, MicroStrategy and PayPal are already using it. And more SMEs are opening up to the world of crypto payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is where the digital money revolution meets the workspace revolution. The professionals leading and participating in this new economy – from the head of a multinational fintech to the digital nomad entrepreneur – share a mindset: agility, flexibility and a vision for the future. They are not content with the rigid structures of the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Just as Bitcoin challenged the traditional financial system, flexible working models challenge the traditional long-term office tenancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Bitcoin and virtual currency economy is decentralised, global and flexible. Ibercenter’s workspaces are designed to accommodate the protagonists of this economy, offering them a physical ecosystem that adapts to their pace and not the other way around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The crypto world is moving at breakneck speed. What is cutting-edge today may be history tomorrow. However, there are several mega-trends that are shaping the landscape and will explode by 2025. Take note!<\/p>\n\n\n\n If Bitcoin used to be a game for tech enthusiasts and retail traders, now the “grown-ups have entered the room”. Large investment funds, banks and multinational corporations are incorporating Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies into their balance sheets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What does this mean for 2025?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n We will see greater stability (relative, of course) in the price of Bitcoin. The influx of institutional capital provides liquidity and legitimacy. Companies will not only see Bitcoin as an investment, but as a tool for treasury or for more efficient international transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The “Wild West” of the early years is coming to an end. Governments around the world, including the European Union with its MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) regulation, are establishing clear legal frameworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What does this mean for 2025?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n While decentralisation purists may not like it, regulation is good news for mass adoption. It brings legal certainty, protects investors and opens the door to more complex and safer financial products. For one executive, regulation is the green light he needed to recommend exposure to these assets to his clients with greater confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs (exchange-traded funds) in the US in early 2024 was a historic milestone. It allows anyone to invest in Bitcoin through their traditional broker, without the need to manage wallets or private keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What does this mean for 2025?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A flood of retail and institutional capital will flow into Bitcoin in a way never seen before. It simplifies investing to an extreme level. We will see these products expand to other markets, such as Europe and Asia, making Bitcoin ownership as common as owning shares in a technology company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Approximately every four years, a scheduled event occurs in the Bitcoin code called “halving”. This event halves the reward miners receive for validating transactions, which effectively halves the creation of new Bitcoin. The last one was in April 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What does this mean for 2025?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Historically, the 12-18 months following a halving have been periods of strong appreciation for Bitcoin, as new supply shrinks while demand continues to grow. If history repeats itself (which is not a guarantee, but a strong trend), 2025 could be a very positive year for the Bitcoin price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bitcoin is the tip of the iceberg. Blockchain technology enables much more. We are talking about Web3: a new era of the internet built on decentralisation. This includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n What does this mean for 2025?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n We will see a boom in practical applications of blockchain that will go beyond mere speculation. For an entrepreneur, this means a universe of opportunities to create new businesses and services in this booming digital ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Virtual currencies are no longer just for techies. Today they are being used:<\/p>\n\n\n\n At Ibercenter, we receive daily companies and professionals looking for flexible and modern offices, many of whom already work with bitcoin and other virtual currencies as part of their daily operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You don’t need to be a programmer, trader or geek to understand the value of virtual currencies. It’s more about opening up new ways to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you are a corporate executive looking for innovation without complication, a freelancer invoicing from multiple countries… or a multinational looking to expand without being tied down… understanding (and starting to use) Bitcoin can give you a competitive advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Virtual currencies, with Bitcoin as their flagship, are no longer a curiosity for computer geeks. They are a technological and financial force that is reshaping entire industries. Their path to 2025 is marked by greater adoption, clearer regulation and an expansion of their use cases that we are only beginning to imagine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, it is not a bed of roses. Volatility will remain, technological risks exist, and it is essential to be well-informed before taking any steps. But ignoring this revolution would be like ignoring the internet in the 1990s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you are an executive planning your company’s financial strategy, a multinational looking to expand your operations in an innovation hub like Madrid, or a digital nomad building the future from your laptop, one thing is clear: the digital age demands digital solutions. And as the economy becomes more decentralised and flexible, so must your workspace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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The undisputed king of the dance: its majesty, the Bitcoin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The workspace for the digital revolution: connecting with Ibercenter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Looking ahead: virtual currency trends for 2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Institutional adoption becomes massive<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
2. Regulation is no longer a question, but a fact.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Bitcoin spot ETFs open the floodgates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4. Bitcoin halving and its cyclical impact<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. Beyond money: the explosion of Web3 and Real-World Assets (RWA)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Benefits and risks of virtual currencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Benefits<\/strong><\/td> Risks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead> Fast and global transfers<\/td> Price volatility<\/td><\/tr> Lower costs<\/td> Risk of cyberattacks<\/td><\/tr> Access without intermediaries<\/td> Uncertain regulation<\/td><\/tr> Financial innovation<\/td> Loss of keys = loss of funds<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Real use cases in 2025<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Who uses virtual currencies?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Should you start using Bitcoin?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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A Toast to the Future: Conclusion with Caution and Optimism<\/h3>\n\n\n\n