Bryan Johnson is not your average tech entrepreneur. Sure, he sold Braintree to PayPal for $800 million, launched the OS Fund to back world-changing technologies, and now runs Kernel, a company developing mind-reading helmets. But all of that pales compared to his most ambitious project yet: living forever.
While Johnson’s “Project Blueprint” includes plasma transfusions, rigorous diets, and millions spent on anti-aging research, there’s another piece of his immortality puzzle that doesn’t get as much attention: Bitcoin. Yes, Bitcoin.
Johnson, for all his forward-thinking ambition, isn’t openly championing Bitcoin—or even hinting at it. Despite building a life around technologies designed to outlast the human body itself, he remains silent on the one financial system engineered to outlast governments, currencies, and institutions.
Perhaps it’s an oversight, or perhaps Bitcoin’s decentralization doesn’t fit neatly into his hyper-controlled vision of longevity. Either way, it’s a curious omission for someone so invested in the future.
The Problem with Being Rich Forever
Johnson is wealthy—by any standard. But wealth, as history shows, is a fleeting thing. Empires collapse, economies crumble, and currencies devalue. If Johnson wants his fortune to last as long as he plans to, he can’t just rely on traditional banking systems or fiat currencies. They’re too vulnerable to inflation, geopolitical instability, and systemic collapse.
Bitcoin offers something different. Its fixed supply, decentralized network, and censorship resistance make it uniquely suited to outlast governments, corporations, and even empires. If Johnson plans to live forever, he’ll need money that lasts just as long.
As long as we have an (open) way to communicate on this planet, Bitcoin will be here. It sounds like a match made in heaven, immortality an Bitcoin.
Why Bitcoin Is the Best Bet for Immortality
- Inflation Immunity: Unlike fiat currencies, which lose value over time, Bitcoin’s 21-million cap ensures scarcity. Over centuries, this scarcity could make Bitcoin an even more reliable store of value than gold.
- Global Accessibility: If Johnson’s longevity plan takes him to Mars or beyond (and let’s face it, he’s probably thought about it), Bitcoin is borderless. Its value isn’t tied to any one nation or economy, making it a truly universal currency.
- Independence from Institutions: Governments and financial institutions can seize or freeze assets. Bitcoin, when self-custodied correctly, is immune to such control. For someone planning to exist for centuries, that independence is critical.
The Risk: Bitcoin Is Secure, But Are You?
Here’s the catch: Bitcoin’s longevity depends on how it’s stored. Even the most secure wallets and seed phrases can’t protect against natural disasters, accidents, or technological obsolescence.
Imagine Johnson’s perfectly engraved titanium seed plate being buried under a volcanic eruption, or his state-of-the-art hardware wallet becoming incompatible with future blockchain upgrades. Living forever is only as good as your ability to access your funds.
Future-Proofing Bitcoin for Immortals
So, how can someone like Johnson mitigate these risks?
- Multi-Signature Wallets: Distributing keys across multiple trusted locations reduces the risk of total loss.
- Geographic Redundancy: Back up seed phrases in several global locations resistant to natural disasters.
- Collaborative Custody: Partnering with trusted services that provide secure storage without compromising sovereignty.
- Technological Adaptation: Regularly updating wallets and storage solutions to remain compatible with advances in blockchain tech.
Google it, learn about it. Even if you don’t plan to live forever. 😉
Beyond Bitcoin: Building an Immortal Economy
Johnson’s quest for immortality isn’t just about his body—it’s about creating a legacy that survives him (and then survives his survival). Bitcoin fits naturally into this vision. It’s not just a currency; it’s a system designed to last without central control, mirroring Johnson’s aspiration to defy the limits of time.
A Call to the Bitcoin Community
Bryan Johnson might be an extreme example, but his quest raises a question for all Bitcoiners: How do we ensure Bitcoin’s usability in a world where time horizons stretch not decades but centuries?
Whether you’re trying to preserve wealth for your grandchildren or, like Johnson, planning to outlive them, Bitcoin represents a powerful tool for the future. But with great power comes great responsibility. The Bitcoin community must innovate storage, security, and accessibility solutions to meet the needs of a world where death—and obsolescence—are no longer guarantees.
In a way, we’re all Bryan Johnson. Maybe we’re not injecting plasma or reverse-aging, but we’re all betting on the future—and Bitcoin is our hedge.