Updated on:12/08/2025 04:54 PM 
Bitfinex is excited to announce the premiere of its groundbreaking documentary, "Don't Trust...Verify," scheduled for October 22nd in Lugano, Switzerland. This compelling film offers an in-depth exploration of Bitcoin's transformative adoption in El Salvador and its potential implications for the nation's economic future, as detailed in the company's official press release.
Spanning 45 minutes, this thought-provoking documentary illuminates Bitcoin's profound impact on El Salvador and its people. According to information shared with CryptoSlate, the documentary provides an intimate, behind-the-scenes perspective following Bitfinex CTO and future Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino's journey through El Salvador. During his visit, Ardoino engaged with government officials and community leaders who are actively championing Bitcoin adoption across the country.
Audiences will gain unique insights into the early cypherpunk movement while meeting local Salvadorans and Bitcoin enthusiasts dedicated to transforming the "Land of Volcanoes" into Latin America's premier financial hub. As expressed by Paolo Ardoino, Bitfinex remains committed to the "fundamental concept of freedom in its entirety." He emphasizes that technologies like Bitcoin and the Lightning Network play crucial roles in preserving and expanding individual liberty worldwide.
Co-directed and written by Bitfinex Head of Communications and PR Elodie Jallet, along with internal content creator Ricardo Martinez, "Don't Trust...Verify" is planned for multiple screenings throughout 2023, with a special presentation at the upcoming Adopting Bitcoin 2023 conference on November 7th.
