Key Takeaways
- Bitcoin 2025 has opened in Las Vegas with over 30,000 attendees.
- Speakers include Vice President JD Vance, Michael Saylor, and Nigel Farage.
- New programs include 'Code + Country' and an art exhibit powered by Bitcoin.
The Bitcoin 2025 conference launched today at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, marking the start of a three-day event expected to draw over 30,000 attendees.
Hosted by BTC Inc., the conference is the largest annual gathering focused on Bitcoin, uniting political figures, tech leaders, financial experts, and the global Bitcoin community.
Notable speakers
Among the notable speakers are U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Trump advisor David Sacks, and Senator Cynthia Lummis.
Vance recently stated:
The resilience of Bitcoin as a financial instrument is a testament to the power of decentralized finance.
Also appearing are Nigel Farage, Donald Trump Jr., and Michael Saylor, who will speak on Bitcoin as a corporate asset.
The speaker list includes over 70 names such as Adam Back (Blockstream CEO), Jan van Eck (VanEck CEO), and futurist Bryan Johnson.
New programs
This year introduces two new programs: Code + Country, a May 27 session exploring technology and freedom in politics, and The Art of Freedom, a curated exhibit where artists price and sell their work using Bitcoin.
Market context & expectations
The conference, first held officially in 2019, arrives as Bitcoin trades near $110,000 with a $2.12 trillion market cap.
Organizers expect the event’s discussions to influence upcoming regulatory and technological shifts.
Event highlights
From VIP networking to art exhibits and side events, Bitcoin 2025 merges policy, innovation, and community—offering a glimpse into Bitcoin’s growing influence across multiple sectors.
