by Scott Emick with assistance from AI
5/30/95
I’ve attended many of these, but could not this year because my schedule was so full. I wish I could be there. I wanted to give a little background though on the event for those who have never been. Usually the European event has been held in Amsterdam, but this year will be in Barcelona, one of my favorite European cities. I may try to attend this one.
The Bitcoin Conference has evolved into the world’s premier gathering for Bitcoin enthusiasts, developers, investors, and policymakers. Organized annually by BTC Inc.—the parent company of Bitcoin Magazine—the event has grown significantly since its inception in 2019, reflecting Bitcoin’s increasing influence on global finance and politics.
🏛️ Origins and Organizers
Bitcoin Magazine, founded in 2012 by Vitalik Buterin and Mihai Alisie, is one of the earliest publications dedicated to cryptocurrency. In 2015, BTC Inc. acquired the magazine and began organizing the Bitcoin Conference, aiming to foster Bitcoin adoption and innovation worldwide. The Bitcoin magazine currently gives great in-depth insights into Bitcoin including incredibly detailed fundemental and techincal analysis as well as important news about the industry taking you down the rabbit hole.
📍 Bitcoin Conference 2025 – Las Vegas
Held from May 27–29, 2025, at The Venetian in Las Vegas, Bitcoin 2025 was the largest event in the conference’s history, attracting over 35,000 attendees and more than 400 speakers. The conference featured keynote addresses from prominent figures, including Vice President JD Vance, who pledged the administration’s support for crypto-friendly policies and stablecoin legislation.
Other notable speakers included Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, and Ross Ulbricht, the founder of Silk Road, who was recently pardoned. The event also showcased technological advancements, such as Strike CEO Jack Mallers’ announcement of a new Bitcoin-backed loan system.
🌍 Global Expansion
Beyond the U.S., the Bitcoin Conference has established a global presence with events in:
- Europe: The European Blockchain Convention 11 is scheduled for October 15–17, 2025, in Barcelona, Spain.
- Asia: Coinfest Asia will take place on August 21–22, 2025, in Bali, Indonesia, and TOKEN2049 is set for September 18–19, 2025, in Singapore.
- Middle East: Blockchain Life 2025 is scheduled for October 28–29, 2025, in Dubai, UAE.
These regional conferences aim to address local regulatory landscapes, technological developments, and community-building efforts.
📅 Notable Past Conferences
- 2019: The inaugural Bitcoin Conference set the stage for future events, focusing on Bitcoin’s potential and fostering community engagement.
- 2021: Held in Miami, this conference gained attention when El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele announced plans to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender.
- 2024: The conference in Nashville featured former President Donald Trump as a speaker, highlighting the growing intersection of cryptocurrency and politics.
The Bitcoin Conference continues to serve as a pivotal platform for discussions on Bitcoin’s role in the global economy, technological advancements, and regulatory challenges. Its expansion into various regions underscores the cryptocurrency’s growing international significance.
