Traders, investors, politicians and crypto partygoers are preparing for the world’s largest Bitcoin conference on 27-29 May at The Venetian in Las Vegas.
Sin City’s Bitcoin 2025 Conference Set to be Influential Moment for Crypto Industry
28 May 2025 - 15:53 CEST
This year's event is shaping up to be a landmark gathering for the crypto industry, bringing together over 30,000 attendees, 400+ speakers, and representatives from more than 5,000 companies.
Keynote: J.D. Vance
Vice President J.D. Vance is scheduled to deliver a keynote address centered on innovation and the future of Bitcoin. Vance, who reportedly holds about $500,000 in Bitcoin, has previously warned against too much regulation and intervention by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He is likely to give a rousing, supportive speech about how crypto will make the US more resilient.
Other notable speakers include Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr.--they plan to discuss cryptocurrencies as vehicles for economic sovereignty.
David Bailey, CEO of BTC Inc., which organizes the event, commended the numerous White House initiatives announced at the conference.
“Bitcoin is experiencing unprecedented recognition at the highest levels of government, but it’s not happening in a silo. President Trump’s establishment of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve is one of many steps he’s taken to promote American innovation. Our stage is where these conversations started, and we’re taking it to the next level in Las Vegas.”
Trump’s closest advisors
The participation of people from President Trump’s inner circle highlights the growing overlap between cryptocurrency and mainstream political discourse, demonstrating the important role that crypto will play in US public policy.
Ross Ulbricht, founder of the Silk Road illicit marketplace—and recently pardoned by President Donald Trump following a conviction for drug trafficking, money laundering and computer hacking—will make his first public appearance since his release. The agenda describes him as a “Freedom Fighter”.
Other notable speakers include entrepreneur Bryan Johnson, who will share insights on how crypto may deliver greater economic sovereignty. David Sacks, the White House AI and crypto czar, will discuss national efforts on stablecoin legislation and digital asset strategy.
Pivotal moment
Bitcoin 2025 is lining up to be more than just a conference of panel discussions and canapes. It may be a pivotal moment that will hold significant implications for the future of decentralized finance.
One conference stream to watch is the "Code & Country" summit, which will convene U.S. cabinet officials, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore the intersection of public policy and technology. For those with stamina, the after parties run through to 3am on four consecutive days.
