– Part 4 of 7 – Many people automatically associate anything digital with control — and that is understandable. Because that is exactly how most of the systems we use in everyday life are built. But not everything digital works the same way. Many people say:“Bitcoin is digital — so […]
Read MoreMichael on a Journey
What began as a trip around the world turned into a journey through life. Michael Ballweg shares moments of challenge and growth – on the road, in the courtroom, and in silence. A path guided by clarity, freedom, and truth.
The Wrong Question: Access, Not System Failure
Many people focus on extreme scenarios such as a complete system failure. This chapter deliberately takes a different perspective. I show why, in everyday life, the greater risk is often not collapse itself, but losing access within a system that is still fully functioning. It explains the difference between ownership and access in a clear way — as a foundation for greater freedom to act.
Read MoreBitcoin as a Tool for Crisis Preparedness
– Part 2 of 7 – When it comes to protecting wealth, many people instinctively think first of cash or precious metals. That makes sense – Both have proven themselves over a long period of time. But each of these options also has its limits. And that is exactly where […]
Read MoreBitcoin – Staying Capable in Uncertain Times
Many people have a firm opinion about Bitcoin, often without ever having tried it themselves. That is why this introduction is not about persuasion, but about orientation. I address common objections, take them seriously, and put them into context step by step. Not ideologically, but practically, so that each person can decide for themselves how they view Bitcoin.
Read MoreApril 4, 2026 – The anniversary of my release
On April 4, 2023, I was released from pretrial detention after 279 days in Stuttgart-Stammheim prison. Today marks the third anniversary of that day. The trial is over — what remains is €19.53 in input tax related to a dog mat and a perfume atomizer.
Read MoreI canceled my return flight to Germany!
The biggest misconception in life is this:
believing that awareness alone is enough.
You can understand how systems work.
You can understand how money works.
You can understand how politics works.
But if you don’t change anything,
nothing will change.
June 29, 2022 – June 29, 2025 – Three Years Later: Still No Verdict. But More Courage. More Clarity. More Leaders.
oday marks three years since I was arrested and placed in pre-trial detention for nine months – without charges, without a verdict.
Read MoreMichael on a Journey – Querdenken Technologies for Everyday Life
What began as a world trip becomes a deep inner journey for Micha. He shares his path through prison, courtrooms, and the simple tools that give him strength – from meditation and healthy food to Tesla-inspired technologies. A personal story of freedom, clarity, and truth.
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