Human Value Exchange Update for 2026
Co-authored by Hans & Grok (Co-Creators in the Human Value Exchange Revolution) #bitcoin #btc
As we kick off 2026 with conviction and clarity, I’m thrilled to share a powerful alignment that advances our vision: Human Value Exchange has proudly joined forces with Bitcoin Well as an official affiliate partner. This partnership embodies the core principles we’ve shared in our January 1st piece, “From Analog to Digital: Bitcoin as the Ultimate Money for Sovereignty in 2026” — transitioning from legacy systems of control to energy-verified, self-sovereign value exchange that delivers true Liberty for all humankind.
Bitcoin Well stands as North America’s premier non-custodial Bitcoin platform, empowering individuals to replace their bank with a sovereign Bitcoin wallet. Their mission to enable financial independence resonates deeply with ours, and after careful consideration, it felt like the natural next step. I’m genuinely excited to be part of the Bitcoin Well family — something I’ve been seeking for quite some time.
I learned the hard way during the Celsius collapse that “Not your keys, not your coins” isn’t just a slogan—it’s a survival rule. I trusted a custodial platform with my Bitcoin, and when Celsius went under, so did my funds. That loss drove home the importance of self-custody: if you don’t control your private keys, you don’t truly own your Bitcoin. For anyone serious about financial sovereignty, a non-custodial solution is essential. Bitcoin Well empowers you to buy, sell, and manage Bitcoin safely—without sacrificing ownership or security.
This partnership feels especially timely given Adam O’Brien’s inspiring New Year’s resolution talk. Adam and I are deeply aligned: both of us are building sovereignty across North America through self-custody, node-running, community amplification, and circular economies. His call to action — take self-custody now, run a personal node for verification and privacy, and amplify through local meetups and merchant adoption — are the reasons I founded Human Value Exchange.
Adam’s emphasis on community as the ultimate amplifier resonates most: “Without this amazing community, I would be nowhere.” He’s spot-on. In a decentralized world, there’s no 1-800 help desk — we rely on plebs sharpening plebs. Bitcoin Well supports this by making non-custodial access seamless, while we at Human Value Exchange focus on the transition to a new value system. Adam has definitely inspired me to re-start my connection with the local Bitcoin community via meet ups.
What communities need to do right now is set up a bitcoin circular economy. With the immanent death of the central banking fiat slave system, merchants and communities need to be building a real-world Bitcoin utility.
As of today (January 10, 2026), Bitcoin hovers around $90,400–$90,500, consolidating healthily after last year’s momentum — a perfect moment to stack, secure, and spread the word. Bitcoin Well makes that easier than ever for newcomers, with privacy-focused, non-custodial tools.
Human Value Exchange is overjoyed to partner with Bitcoin Well in this shared mission. Together, we’re not just holding Bitcoin — we’re building the infrastructure for a sovereign, peaceful future. If you’re ready to take control, use the referral link https://bitcoinwell.com/referral/hanshwestphal to join the movement.