Hu Yilin, a former Tsinghua University professor of philosophy of technology, made waves by relocating to Singapore to pursue his vision of a Bitcoin-centric world. In this deep dive, we explore his journey from academia to crypto advocacy, examining how his philosophical grounding shapes his belief in decentralized finance. Through conversations spanning local cafes to blockchain conferences, Hu reveals why he sees Bitcoin as the antidote to modern financial instability and cultural homogenization. His story offers a unique lens on how techno-philosophy intersects with the future of money.