Bitcoin Amsterdam 2023

Bitcoin Magazine’s flagship Bitcoin conference, an event for those seeking greater freedom and individual sovereignty has been taking place in Miami Beach since 2021 drawing up to 35’000 (!) attendees The first issue in 2019 started out in San Francisco, featuring Edward Snowden as a keynote speaker, who will also be speaking at Bitcoin Amsterdam 2023 on October 12 and 13. The European edition is a wee bit smaller. It takes place for the 2nd time and it will be my 1st time attending in person!

Bitcoin for Financial Freedom

Edward Snowden, the notorious American whistleblower, has confirmed he relied on the censorship resistance of Bitcoin to help leak data to journalists in 2013. Snowden made headlines across the globe after leaking highly classified information from the National Security Agency (NSA) when he was a CIA employee and subcontractor.

The leak revealed several global surveillance programs, many operated by the NSA and the Five Eyes Intelligence Alliance with the help of telecommunication companies and European governments, prompting a global discussion about national security and individual privacy.

The servers that I used to transfer this information to journalists were paid for using Bitcoin.

Edward Snowden at Bitcoin San Francisco 2019

During his talk, Snowden praised Bitcoin’s decentralized and permissionless nature and the freedom it gives users to exchange and transact without supervision, particularly in a world driven by heightened surveillance facilitated by the emergence of technology. I’m looking forward to him addressing the crowd at Bitcoin Amsterdam 2023.

Bitcoin for Business

In its inaugural year, Bitcoin Amsterdam was the largest European Bitcoin conference in history, bringing together builders, business drivers, and industry experts from Europe and beyond.

The 2nd edition is another opportunity to form key partnerships, gain valuable information, and connect with the decision-makers you need to maximize your opportunities in the fast-moving digital economy.

Bitcoin for Individuals

Bitcoin Amsterdam brings the European Bitcoin community to the global stage and will be a great opportunity to learn, engage, and party with other Bitcoiners. Come and collaborate, celebrate, and explore the greatest financial innovation in human history.

• ‍Learn the basics of Bitcoin or go deep with top industry experts to learn about the current state of the Bitcoin ecosystem.
• ‍Forge meaningful connections with like-minded individuals, entrepreneurs, and developers that are pushing Bitcoin forward.
• ‍Learn how individuals can prepare for the upcoming Bitcoin halvening, allowing you to navigate the Bitcoin landscape with confidence.

The Bitcoin Amsterdam art gallery will feature a mix of interactive digital installations alongside physical art pieces for sale. You’ll also learn from top industry experts across two full days of keynotes, interactive workshops, and live podcasts. Bitcoin Amsterdam is a 100% Lightning-enabled event allowing you to spend your sats and engage with unique Lightning activations. Grab a drink at one of the many networking lounges and food courts designed to help you connect, learn, and enjoy your time in Amsterdam.

Bitcoin for Financial Inclusion

The 2nd Bitcoin Conference in Amsterdam is going to be an electrifying and transformative event that will bring together Bitcoin maximalists, newcomers, crypto enthusiasts, innovators, and thought leaders from around the world. I’m very excited to be delving deep into the ever-evolving world of Bitcoin, gaining insights into the latest developments and trends that are shaping the future of finance.

Let’s witness the power of decentralization and the potential for financial inclusion that these technologies offer.

Credits

• Main picture by Bitcoin Magazine
• The Next Web: Edward Snowden used Bitcoin to buy servers for 2013 mass surveillance leak