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Changing the Geekom A5 WiFi Card

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

In this blog post, I am going to explain how to change the Realtek 8852BE WiFi card that comes with the Geekom A5.

Many people (myself included) experience WiFi issues when using Linux on the Geekom A5. A lot of people report that the Realtek 8852BE WiFi card works well on Windows, but on Linux, WiFi would often suddenly disconnect and it would not be possible anymore to reconnect to the internet. Only a reboot helps in this situation.

Bitcoin’s Role in Achieving ESG Goals for Insurers

Sat, 21 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000

In recent years, in light of the growing attention given to climate change and environmental concerns, insurance companies worldwide have been increasingly focused on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) objectives. Indeed, according to a survey conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers in 2022, 85% of global insurers believe that ESG will impact all functions of their business in the years to come.

Bitcoin on the other hand, is often denounced to be “terrible for the environment” and a “contributor to climate degradation”. Media outlets oftentimes quote statistics such as:

Microinsurance – the Potential of Bitcoin and Lightning

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Insurance is a market-based risk management tool that is fundamentally based on sharing and diversifying risks among a community of policyholders. It creates a safety net against unpredictable events, protecting individuals and societies from potentially hazardous financial losses. This invaluable system not only provides a sense of security to its members but also fosters innovation and exploration, encouraging humans to embrace calculated risks. Thus, insurance makes our world more resilient, fostering innovation and stability.

Is Bitcoin the Largest Insurance in the World?

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000

In a recent article and also on a Twitter thread, American entrepreneur, investor, and influencer Anthony Pompliano has called Bitcoin ‘the largest insurance company in the world’:

His argument in the article is quite straight-forward:

Bitcoin can protect its buyers from currency debasement, sovereign default or undisciplined monetary and fiscal policy. In order to receive this risk protection, someone has to pay the current Bitcoin price, which could be considered a one-time insurance premium. The earlier they buy this insurance, the cheaper it is.
Instead of relying on an insurance company to honor their policy during a crisis, Bitcoin offers a digitized solution that doesn’t require you to file a claim, eliminating the need for trust.
Pompliano even goes further in his article. According to him, Bitcoin offers insurance for previously uninsurable risks, like high inflation or government seizure of assets.
In summary, Bitcoin as a $500+ billion insurance product could be considered the largest insurance in the world.

Bitcoin as an insurance? Even the largest insurance in the world? It is an intriguing thought, which many in the Bitcoin community seem to share. Let’s take a closer look at this.

Bitcoin and Insurance – Why Is No One Talking About This?!

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The first Bitcoin was mined in 2009 – only 14 years ago. In these 14 years, Bitcoin has developed from a curious experiment ran by a small group of cypherpunks into a global phenomenon. Its journey from obscurity to mainstream recognition has been nothing short of remarkable, as has been reflected not only by its price, but by the growing computing power securing this global network. Bitcoin is on its way to disrupt traditional financial systems, challenging the centralized control of money and empowering individuals with financial sovereignty.