Marco Ferrigno | IT System Engineer -

Posted on March 24, 2026March 24, 2026 by marcoferrigno

Why Digital Sovereignty is the real revolution (and it’s not just a money question)

We are at an unprecedented technological crossroads. What was once a niche debate for academics has exploded between 2025 and 2026 into a brutal political and strategic urgency: Digital Sovereignty. From Denmark’s radical shift toward Linux and LibreOffice to the massive investments of the Sovereign Technology Fund, Europe is finally rising to reclaim the keys to its critical infrastructure.

In this post, we explore how open source is becoming the bedrock of our independence, the crucial role of “transparent” AI, and the risk of falling behind in the global race for digital skills. True autonomy isn’t just about the software we use; it’s about the responsibility we take to own our digital future.

Posted on April 26, 2024May 20, 2024 by marcoferrigno

The Bitcoin Halving Phenomenon: A New Technical Era and a New Ethical Turning Point

The Bitcoin Halving is a very significant impact event. This automatic mechanism, programmed to reduce the block reward in half approximately every four years, not only regulates the supply of new bitcoins but also signals a time for reflection on the value and long-term sustainability of Bitcoin as a digital asset. While halving is a technical concept at the heart of the Bitcoin protocol, its implications go far beyond, touching on issues of fairness, security and ethical adoption in the global financial landscape.

Posted on April 19, 2024May 20, 2024 by marcoferrigno

Open Source in the contemporary economy

The integration of open source into the global economic landscape represents a significant transformation in the ways economies can grow and interact. This article explores how open source philosophy and technology can aid in economic development, through the analysis of the theories of the Austrian and Keynesian schools. Additionally, we will discuss Bitcoin‘s role in mitigating some of the most common problems of the modern economy.

Posted on April 12, 2024May 15, 2024 by marcoferrigno

Open source: not just a technological approach

In the vast and rapidly evolving world of technology, open source emerges as a compass that guides you towards innovation, transparency and collaboration. Defined by its freely accessible nature, open source is not just a type of software or a development methodology; it’s a philosophy. A philosophy that promotes the freedom to examine, modify and distribute source code for anyone interested in improving it or adapting it to their needs. This post explores why adopting and contributing to open source technologies not only enriches the global technology community but also represents a critical step forward for sustainable innovation and personal growth.