In a move that could provide a big boost to the Bitcoin network, Square CEO and Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey announced a $5 million donation to support further development of the cryptocurrency.
According to News Source Dorsey, who is a well-known Bitcoin enthusiast, said the funds will go towards three critical areas – Bitcoin core development, infrastructure and education/healthcare. These three pillars form the foundation on which the entire Bitcoin network rests.
The Bitcoin core developers are the volunteers who maintain and improve the underlying Bitcoin software. Dorsey’s donation will help support their work as the network grows in scale and complexity.
The funds will also assist critical infrastructure projects that keep the Bitcoin network running smoothly. This includes areas like wallet services, exchanges, payment processors and mining operations.
Finally, some of the money will go to education and fellowship programs that boost the skills and knowledge around Bitcoin. This will help grow the talent pool needed to advance the technology.
Dorsey’s $5 million donation is a sizable sum, especially for a nonprofit venture like Bitcoin development. Preston Byrne, a Bitcoin legal expert, said the funds “can go a long way” in attracting more talent and enthusiasm to the project.
The funding will be distributed to three nonprofit organizations – Bitcoin Core, Chaincode and O’Reilly Media’s Bitcoin Development fellowship program.
The donation signifies Dorsey’s strong belief in and commitment to Bitcoin. As the CEO of both Square and Twitter, his public backing can help legitimize Bitcoin among institutional investors still wary of cryptocurrencies.
It’s the latest example of big money pouring into the Bitcoin ecosystem from Silicon Valley entrepreneurs who see its potential to revolutionize the global financial system. Dorsey’s donation should provide a much needed boost to the volunteers working hard behind the scenes to advance the Bitcoin revolution.
