Alex Thorn: 21st Century Freedom Runs on Code

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Alex Thorn connects the freedom to transact, use AI, and publish software with the history of encryption and the crypto wars. He discusses Bitcoin self-custody, protections for software developers, and access to hosted and local AI tools as foundations for individual agency in an economy increasingly coordinated by code. Recorded during Day 1 of Freedom Tech DC 2026, September 22, 2026, in Washington, DC. Presented by the Bitcoin Policy Institute. SPEAKERS Alex Thorn — Head of Firmwide Research, Galaxy LEARN MORE Freedom Tech DC: https://www.btcpolicy.org/summit Bitcoin Policy Institute: https://www.btcpolicy.org/ Alex Thorn — Galaxy: https://www.galaxy.com/authors/alex-thorn FOLLOW ON X…