Bitcoin Magazine is thrilled to announce the return of Aaron van Wirdum as Editor in Chief, a role he previously held from 2021 to 2022. Van Wirdum, a veteran reporter and author, took a sabbatical in 2020 to write a groundbreaking book titled “The Genesis Book: The Story of the People and Projects That Inspired Bitcoin,” which was released by Bitcoin Magazine Books in 2024.
With a career spanning back to 2013, van Wirdum is well-known for his in-depth reporting on Bitcoin privacy, scalability, Core releases, and more. His expertise and experience make him a valuable asset to Bitcoin Magazine’s editorial team, where he will lead the charge in producing insightful content on the most important topics in the Bitcoin community.
In a statement, van Wirdum expressed his excitement about returning to Bitcoin Magazine, stating, “Bitcoin Magazine has always been a leader in Bitcoin technical reporting. I’m excited to work with a strong staff of industry veterans to continue this tradition. Bitcoin is a technology that will continue to improve and advance, and I believe Bitcoin Magazine can play a key role in facilitating this necessary dialogue with the community.”
Under van Wirdum’s leadership, Bitcoin Magazine will continue to provide high-quality coverage and analysis of Bitcoin’s technical and economic aspects. His deep understanding of the industry will undoubtedly enhance the publication’s content, offering readers reliable and informative insights.
Mike Germano, President and Publisher of Bitcoin Magazine, praised van Wirdum’s contributions to the publication, stating, “Aaron van Wirdum has long defined Bitcoin Magazine’s editorial product and ethos. We look forward to having him lead our staff at a time when presidents, senators, and celebrities are joining our readership’s ranks.”
For those looking to submit editorial content or provide feedback, Aaron van Wirdum can be reached via email at aaron@btcmedia.org. Bitcoin Magazine readers can expect a wealth of engaging and informative content under van Wirdum’s leadership as Editor in Chief.
