JennMentanko
Jenn Mentanko

Bitcoin researcher @ SFU Vancouver.

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2026-05-08 16:48:15 UTC

Really cool article about Vancouver's DCTRL and the tensions bw bitcoin's OG cryptoanarchist roots vs. encroaching Wallstreet logics.
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-vancouvers-crypto-anarchist-collective-is-searching-for-a-new-home/?intcmp=gift_share

2026-05-08 16:46:10 UTC

2026-04-29 19:22:37 UTC

So Ottawa is planing to ban crypto ATMS to “target financial crimes.” Let’s see the data on fiat financial crimes vs crypto. 🙄💀
https://toronto.citynews.ca/2026/04/28/ottawa-outlines-plans-to-tackle-financial-crime-ban-crypto-atms/

2026-03-05 03:35:53 UTC

One of my goals this year was to read for “fun” again and joining a btc book club is forcing me to take time to just read 🙏. Especially books that I wouldn’t have picked up otherwise. Nearly finished!
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2026-01-07 19:51:24 UTC

Better late than never - I wanted to post this incredible cake made for bitcoin's birthday this past weekend. Thanks Van bitcoiners for hosting! https://blossom.primal.net/0a2b606293a0f7f751175b066cb4d6c417cf3f7c6c18d3ba0bfb31ec208ff61c.jpg

2025-11-01 19:04:16 UTC

Seen at party city. Next years costume?? https://blossom.primal.net/59634c09c384b85d578bfd0e4077746c6a84c5d93635144e7521040555cddf83.jpg

2025-10-28 19:09:46 UTC

BC is making the 2022 moratorium on new crypto mining projects permanent due to its “disproportionate energy consumption and limited economic benefit." BC Hydro currently provides service to 7 cryptocurrency mining operations totalling 273 megawatts and have halted about 21 projects so far.
https://financialpost.com/technology/canadian-province-moves-to-limit-ai-power-use-ban-crypto-mining

2025-10-22 18:09:34 UTC

I feel so lucky that my job is to literally listen to people talk about their special interest.

2025-10-18 13:58:25 UTC

Belle Montreal! 🔸
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2025-10-17 14:33:58 UTC

@nprofile…f02g talking zaps at the Canadian Bitcoin Conference 👋
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2025-10-05 03:34:44 UTC

Spent a week back home in yeg. The fall colours are just 🤌.
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2025-09-19 21:00:47 UTC

From a cursory analysis of interviews - The truckers protest really was one of the best things for spreading btc adoption in Canada and beyond. I'm not saying the protest was a good or bad event generally, but it was certainly good from a btc adoption standpoint.

2025-09-10 19:30:53 UTC

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Perfect, thank you! Hope to see ya there!

2025-09-10 01:32:36 UTC

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Thanks! 😄

2025-09-10 01:32:10 UTC

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Definitely on my list - know a good spot?

2025-09-10 01:11:09 UTC

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🙌🍻

2025-09-10 01:04:42 UTC

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Ooh I do love a good market - thanks!

2025-09-09 22:55:08 UTC

Just bought my flights for The Canadian Bitcoin Conference! I've never been to Montreal before, any reccs? Staying a few extra days to explore.

2025-08-26 16:36:44 UTC

As I interview bitcoiners for my study, I've noticed that bitcoin spans age, gender, race, cultural background, political orientation, and religion. While still early in the analysis, many participants describe a shared appreciation for bitcoin as a form of sound money, despite their diverse life experiences.

2025-08-18 18:20:56 UTC

Shout out to the @nprofile…vpgy team for putting together an innovative and informative conference. What a great experience hanging out with fellow bitcoiners!
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2025-08-15 20:23:33 UTC

Who is attending @LearningBitcoin this weekend? Currently hearing from btc educators at the Unconference. Thanks My First Bitcoin for putting together an awesome event! #bitcoin #vancouver
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2025-08-14 17:30:20 UTC

THIS WEEKEND is The Learning Bitcoin Conference. Use BTCVAN for 20% tickets. I'll see ya there! @nprofile…7xyv
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2025-08-14 17:21:19 UTC

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You put in WORK at CMNSU it looks so fun then!! We have none of these events anymore because budget~*

2025-08-13 23:14:25 UTC

🚀⚡️😮
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2025-08-13 20:26:05 UTC

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Hell ya! That’s awesome 🤝

2025-08-13 20:14:02 UTC

With my orange highlighter ofc. I’ve read chapters of The Bitcoin Standard, but have never sat down and read it cover to cover. (I know - 🫢) It’s a beautiful day to start! @nprofile…56r6 #bitcoin #bookstr
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2025-08-13 01:24:33 UTC

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LOL no way you were in cmns at SFU??

2025-08-12 21:43:15 UTC

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This is SO CUTE! I love!!

2025-08-12 18:57:42 UTC

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I love this take from someone who lives in a tribal community. Indigenous communities are often at the forefront of sovereign tech because they have long recognized the importance of data and personal sovereignty. When I voted in my nation's election, it was the first time I voted through a secure online portal rather than in person. As @nprofile…dd9a says, bitcoin and Indigenous values seem to be in harmony and solve the long history of govn't control.
#naddr1qv…55ck

2025-08-12 18:31:13 UTC

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Of course! You can find them here: https://scholar.google.ca/citations?user=SmCPwIsAAAAJ&hl=en
I have one coming out (hopefully) this year that explores bitcoin disourse on ig.

2025-08-12 18:29:30 UTC

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Good luck taking the tube 🥵

2025-08-12 03:34:37 UTC

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Thanks! Hope it leads to some valuable findings and taken more seriously in academia

2025-08-12 03:33:09 UTC

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Checked it out - What a cool project. Thanks for the new resource!

2025-08-11 17:13:31 UTC

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Thank you!

2025-08-11 16:25:19 UTC

#GM 🚀 Getting a workout in before it reaches 30 degrees today ☀️
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2025-08-07 18:36:58 UTC

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Case and point
#nevent1q…nhva

2025-08-07 18:18:11 UTC

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I'll be volunteering at the event! See ya there.

2025-08-07 18:11:38 UTC

Currently re-reading Resistance Money by Bailey, Rettler, and Warmke. Three professors arguably taking an academic risk by promoting btc. On resisting censorship they write:
Censorship blocks the free flow of expression, which is usually digital today. “Most financial transactions occur as glorified digital messages. As expressions, they too, can be censored. By blocking people from “speaking” freely in the financial world, authorities impede the free flow of value. This is financial censorship.” #bitcoin #resistancemoney #currentlyreading

2025-08-06 22:30:08 UTC

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Not yet! But I’ll be coming out to some bitcoin meetups soon :) @npub12ek…tq0f

2025-08-05 17:12:24 UTC

I'll be volunteering at @nprofile…7xyv in Vancouver Aug 16-17. Tickets are still availabe for this event! Come and learn how to use bitcoin wallets, exchanges, cold storage, and more. #bitcoin #vancouver
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2025-08-05 16:42:38 UTC

I am excited to begin using Nostr as my primary social media platform for all things bitcoin. I began studying bitcoin and blockchain as a master's student at SFU in Vancouver in 2017 and have not stopped since. For my PhD dissertation, I am investigating bitcoin discourse, adoption, and use cases in the context of its increasing popularity and mainstream acceptance. I have interviewed some incredibly intelligent, hardworking, and fascinating people in the space and I am excited to eventually share my findings with fellow bitcoiners.
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