Bitcoin 2025 Las Vegas: Here’s What Went Down

Bitcoin Magazine

My name is Jenna Montgomery, and perhaps you’ve read a few of my news short articles here before, or seen me on the Bitcoin Magazine TikTok. But today, I wished to change it up and offer you a within take a look at the Bitcoin 2025 Conference in Las Vegas through my eyes as an intern, employed simply one month before the conference, having little understanding about Bitcoin ahead of time and never ever going to an occasion like this before.

I’m composing this to offer you a genuine, raw reflection of what I experienced throughout the 3 day occasion, and why I think you need to definitely participate in the next Bitcoin conference. I desire you all to understand what decreases, what to anticipate, and to understand how impactful I believe this occasion truly is. Bitcoin 2025 made a long lasting influence on me and my life, and it simply feels best to inform you why, so yours can perhaps be altered too.

I left the aircraft, tossed my travel suitcase in my hotel space, and went to drop in the convention center as all of the completing touches around the place were being included. I keep in mind believing how huge, lovely, and enjoyable the exposition hall was—and where I would quickly fulfill a lot of brand-new individuals, make a lot of buddies, and shake hands with individuals that I appreciated and appreciated.

I will always remember strolling in and seeing the primary conference phase, The Nakamoto Stage, for the very first time. Seeing that huge space with a symphony and limitless rows of chairs, quickly to be filled with countless enthusiastic Bitcoiners, truly put in point of view to me how Bitcoin 2025 wasn’t simply a conference, it seemed like something larger. I understood it’s a real neighborhood and a location of many chances.

A look at Bitcoin 2025 Las Vegas through the eyes of an intern hired just one month before the conference, and why you should attend no matter what kind of background you may have.

The conference is basically broken up into 3 days: Industry Day, General Admission Day 1, and General Admission Day 2. Industry Day was primarily customized towards experts, financiers, creators, and others concentrated on Bitcoin services. The basic admission days were customized more towards the casual Bitcoiner, and those were the days that I truly felt the energy simply taking off around the convention center.

MARKET DAY

Walking into the exposition hall early in the early morning on Industry Day, I was overwhelmed when I saw all of the suppliers and business establishing their tables, cubicles, phases, and even a rock climbing up wall (thank you CleanSpark). It appeared as if the exposition hall went for miles and miles, and included a long orange carpet that made a complex course through the place that led you to each and every cubicle.

While fiat stops working, Bitcoin dominates. pic.twitter.com/EV190PUqdT

— Valentina Gomez (@ValentinaForUSA) May 27, 2025

I keep in mind remaining in overall wonder as I searched for at the ceiling and saw a big UFO in the middle of the exposition hall, with 2 Bitcoin themed Cybertrucks simply off to the side of it, with great deals of other intriguing cubicles consisting of one with a talking robotic.

THE FIRST DAY pic.twitter.com/KHXP6q8RCp

— Gemini (@Gemini) May 27, 2025

As I followed the long orange carpet around the place, I examined my shoulder and saw a big blow-up of a Bitcoin Puppet in the art exhibition, including all sort of other cool Bitcoin art. Some of these art pieces deserved well over one bitcoin—which was mindblowing to me thinking about that is more than $100,000. Every excellent transformation has excellent art, and seeing all the skilled artists putting their hearts into their work assisted me think that Bitcoin is the future.

Now, it was time to get to operate at where I would invest most of my time over the next couple of days. My colleagues and I were stationed up right in front of the Bitcoin Magazine news desk beside the AV (audio-visual) group, where I had an ideal view of whatever. Here, I invested throughout the day every day composing news short articles for Bitcoin Magazine based upon the speeches, keynotes, and other panels occurring on the Nakamoto phase, in addition to recording TikTok’s around the exposition hall with participants.

Working in front of the news desk was among my preferred aspects of the conference. Everyone who spoke on it live had an electrifying character that kept me locked into every discussion, particularly among the hosts Pete Rizzo. After every talk on the Nakamoto Stage ended, the live stream would pan over to the news desk where they would break down what took place, offering audiences with professional analysis. This was something exceptionally really enjoyable to see live and experience the production of everything very first hand.

The talks on Industry Day started to such an excellent start with Dan Edwards from Steak ‘n Shake, who recently became the first major fast food chain in America to begin accepting Bitcoin Lightning payments. So I was very excited to hear about Edwards’ speech and to visit Steak ‘n Shake’s unbelievable cubicle, which also included a group of enjoyable, dancing cows.

While speaking on phase, Edwards exposed that, “Bitcoin is faster than credit cards, and when customers choose to pay in Bitcoin, we’re saving 50% in processing fees.” Just consider that for a 2nd — conserving an entire 50% on each deal? This truly opened my eyes to the advantages of accepting Bitcoin as payment and why it might indicate to merchants who embrace it.

Based on whatever I heard because speech, I believe Steak ‘n Shake may be the first to start a new trend of other big companies accepting Bitcoin. If they recognized the benefits of Bitcoin, it’s just a matter of time before other franchises do also.

Another huge emphasize from this day was hearing Senator Cynthia Lummis validate that President Donald Trump supports her Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act. There were a lot of declarations made throughout the conference that I will get to in the future that indicate the reality that the United States is pro-Bitcoin and we’re going to be the world leader in it. Senator Marsha Blackburn also contributed to this, mentioning, “Many of our allies follow what we do. If we lead, others will follow. This is vital to our economic future.”

At this point in the day, I broke away to participate in the Women of Bitcoin Brunch. As a lady in the market, I truly valued the chance to attend this occasion and motivate any lady in the area to go to in the future as it was the emphasize of the conference for me personally. I got to fulfill a lot of remarkable individuals and was invited with open arms. So if you’re afraid to attend this occasion in the future, or don’t have anybody to opt for, don’t be! I strolled into the breakfast and it was nearly like all of these individuals that I didn’t understand were waiting on me and mored than happy that I existed.

During the breakfast, I got to socialize and talk with a lot of enjoyable women in this lovely ballroom with orange and pink plumes and balloons all over, which was right up my street. Then all of us got seated as showgirls was available in and danced, and all of us continued and chuckled and had a remarkable time.

Lyn Ulbricht, Calli Bailey, Natalie Brunell, and Michaela Navarro, a 14-year-old Bitcoin supporter, shared her ideas on the effect of Bitcoin.

Lyn Ulbricht, mom of Silk Road creator Ross Ulbricht, presented her brand-new not-for-profit “Mothers Against Cruel Sentencing” and provided a remarkable speech on her story and what she represented. “Multiple thousands of people, many of them nonviolent like Ross, are serving extreme sentences,” she stated. “We are giving families a voice.” Her words drew a huge psychological reaction, and the Women of Bitcoin Brunch turned into one of the most effective side occasions of the day.

Calli Bailey, co-founder of BTC Inc., the moms and dad business of Bitcoin Magazine, explored all the development that she’s seen at the business throughout the years and just how much the neighborhood indicated to her. The breakfast really made me feel so psychological—however in the very best method. Bailey, particularly, has a method with her words that constantly makes me cry. I can inform that her kid, David Bailey and Bitcoin are her universe, and every word she speaks truly originates from the heart. The energy in the space was so effective. As I was surrounded by a lot of strong ladies who absolutely understood a great deal about Bitcoin, I felt inspired leaving the breakfast and sensation in your home.

As Industry Day continued, I saw and assessed whatever that I had actually found out up until now that day. But this was just the start.

Next, Donald Trump Jr. took the phase with Chris Pavloski, the CEO of Rumble, and exposed that Trump Media Group (TMTG) and Truth Social are backing Bitcoin with a $2.5 billion treasury. Trump Jr. even more described, “We’re seriously on Bitcoin. This isn’t a phase. This is foundational to the future.” Chris Pavlovski concurred, mentioning, “The floodgates are opening. Bitcoin isn’t just an idea anymore—it’s strategy.”

Hearing individuals of this quality with lots of experience assisted me construct more conviction in Bitcoin, due to the fact that if effective figures such as Donald Trump Jr. are putting this kind of cash, time, and effort into Bitcoin, then perhaps myself and others need to be taking this seriously too.

Bo Hines, White House Executive Director, supported this whole point as he spoke on the Nakamoto phase, stating, “We are well on our way to becoming the Bitcoin superpower of the world. This is something that is not partisan. This is a revolution in our financial system.” He ended his talk highly by stating, “Bitcoin is truly the golden standard. We want as much as we can possibly get.”

Ending Industry Day on that note was an extraordinary start to the conference and laid an excellent structure for the upcoming basic admission days. I can’t mention this enough, when you have executives from the White House making the effort out of their currently insane schedule to take a trip to this occasion and to inform everybody how essential Bitcoin is, understanding all they understand, I seem like others need to also listen to their message.

As Industry Day pertained to an end, I was all set to rest up and collect all my energy for the very first basic admission day the following early morning. Because the early riser gets the worm—and the worm on General Admission Day One simply took place to be JD Vance.

BASIC ADMISSION DAY 1

That Wednesday early morning, I got up at 4:00am as I strolled from my hotel space to the exposition hall, currently seeing the Secret Service walking the place with participants beginning to line up to get in. That early morning, I assisted volunteer at registration and direct individuals to where they required to go, assisting ensure whatever ran as efficiently as possible for the 35,000+ inbound participants. This was also an emphasize for me as it was intriguing to see all of the various individuals from all sort of various locations concerning this conference for Bitcoin.

Energy was buzzing all around as everybody understood the Vice President remained in the structure. As the time neared for Vance to take the Nakamoto phase, I excitedly beinged in front of the live news desk all set to record definitely whatever Vance was stating to utilize to release a news short article on.

Then JD Vance then took the phase and the crowd simply roared from the Nakamoto phase.

“It’s great to be here with Bitcoin at $108k and to be Vice President of the United States,” he stated. “This isn’t just a conference of people. This is a movement.”

Vance made it extremely clear that Bitcoin remains in the future of the United States and even specified that he is the very first Vice President to ever hold Bitcoin. He went on to state, “We’re done with ambiguity. We’re here to build a regulatory framework that lets Bitcoin thrive.”

He described that Bitcoin remains in the hands of the American individuals which we are worthy of regard and assistance from our federal government without any one attempting to tear us down. He provided such a strong speech, stating that we have the power to alter the sort of world we reside in and what we wish to finish with Bitcoin.

After Vance, the energy in the exposition hall and Nakamoto Stage—I’m informing you—it was simply really inexpressible. There were individuals all over, there was music, there were DJs, drinks and food being served, great deals of laughter, mind blowing displays, and all kinds of various individuals.

This day was also record breaking for Bitcoin due to the fact that on General Admission Day One, there was an effort to break the Guinness World Record for the most Bitcoin & payments in one day. There was also the Bitcoin Magazine shop truck where great deals of merch was being offered, where you had the ability to pay with bitcoin by means of the Lightning Network. All deals finished there went towards the effort!

In addition to this, what was going on at the Nakamoto Stage was also absolutely nothing except unbelievable. Ryan Cohen, the CEO of GameStop, validated a big treasury play, revealing, “We currently own 4,710 Bitcoin,” as he broke down the business’s thinking for purchasing BTC as a reserve possession.

He went on to state that GameStop is following the GameStop method—not anybody else’s—validating that GameStop utilizes Bitcoin as a real plus and possession for itself, absolutely neglecting any sort of social standards.

Next, Eric Adams, the Mayor of New York City, revealed that he prepares to develop a BitBond, accept Bitcoin payments for taxes, and will utilize blockchain for birth certificates confirmations. This was exceptionally astonishing to me, due to the fact that this is a big enter Bitcoin adoption—and I’m truthfully here for it.

Eric Trump, Donald Trump Jr., Mike Ho, and Matt Prusak spoke after. “Everybody wants Bitcoin. Everybody is buying Bitcoin,” Eric stated. Prusak included, “We’re stacking sats like crazy.”

Toward completion of the day, the objective of reaching the Guinness World Record was getting more detailed and more detailed—and at that point, I understood we were going to make it.

Then, I keep in mind searching for on the screen, and seeing that the record was broken. Over 4,160 Bitcoin payments in 8 hours, making a big effect and showing the value of how Bitcoin is cash—and how Bitcoin can be utilized as cash.

I took part in this world record effort myself and had a lot enjoyable paying in Bitcoin. It was exceptionally interesting to be able to put a number on the board and add to breaking a main world record.

During this time, I was also walking around and doing TikTok interviews for Bitcoin Magazine.

Getting to talk to participants and ask what their rate forecasts were around the exposition hall with all the brilliant lights, enjoyable props, and other cool things made a distinct chance for me to develop a great deal of enjoyable material. Between all those speaking on the numerous phases all around the place, enjoyable music was blasting, satisfying brand-new buddies, and running around doing TikTok interviews—this conference was right up my street. I understood that I remained in the best location. I actually felt the most content because extremely minute. It felt right.

As I ended up recording, I ran back to the news desk to compose yet another news short article on somebody who altered the manner in which I take a look at financing and Bitcoin as a whole: Saifedean Ammous. Before going to Las Vegas, I read his book, The Bitcoin Standard, which made a long lasting impression on me. I truly wished to hear what he needed to state, due to the fact that of how deeply I’ve gone into his written words.

What stood apart most was his forecast that 1 USDT may quickly trade above $1 USD as Bitcoin-backed reserves surpass dollar ones. That concept reframed Bitcoin as more than simply a hedge—it’s ending up being the center of a brand-new monetary system. Ammous’s last projection was that the USD age is ending, and Tether will become redeemable straight in BTC. He ended nearly stating an obstacle: to believe larger, and quicker.

The day had actually lastly ended, and the Guinness World Record was struck. I had actually soaked up a lot brand-new understanding—I sort of seemed like a beginner. I left the conference that day more than all set to opt for tomorrow, and felt extremely lucky. More than ever.

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BASIC ADMISSION DAY 2

General Admission Day 2 also had a great lineup. And at this moment in the conference, I had 2 days under my belt (I was clearly a professional by now). That early morning I strolled back into the conference so excited and fired up for all that was to come that day. The conference was flourishing right when the doors opened, and I was all set to go.

That early morning, Hester Peirce, SEC Commissioner, kicked it off with the sincerity I seem like all of us required. “We can’t ignore it,” she stated, going over digital possession policy. “Regulatory uncertainty lets bad actors hide and pushes good actors out. That has to end.”

Speaking on the subject of memecoins she specified, “If you’re expecting to buy a memecoin and become a billionaire—buyer beware. Be an adult.” But on Bitcoin? “People deserve the ability to transfer value on their own terms,” she stated. “We need to protect that.”

Paolo Ardoino’s talk made my eyes broad as he, the CEO of Tether, specified the reality that Tether owns over 100,000 Bitcoin. Ardoino stated it’s “very realistic” that Tether might end up being the biggest Bitcoin miner on the planet by the end of the year—even surpassing all the general public mining giants.

He even experimented with the concept that a person day there might be an AI representative with a non-custodial wallet that can hold Bitcoin and work for you, strengthening what I pointed out earlier today on the reality that Bitcoin truly is the future—and there is a lot going on behind the scenes that is yet to come out.

SIMPLY IN: Tether reveals it owns over 100,000 #Bitcoin and more than 50 lots of gold. pic.twitter.com/0Ja83hCs1H

— Bitcoin Magazine (@BitcoinMagazine) May 29, 2025

Later on, Lyn Alden provided a discussion on the U.S. economy, and how the brakes had actually been removed. She backed everything up with tough information, demonstrating how the financial deficit has actually risen past 7% of GDP even while joblessness stays low.

Her description that public financial obligation surpassed economic sector financial obligation after 2008 marked the minute the federal government stopped even pretending it might rein things in.

When she stated, “Bitcoin is the mirror of this system—and the best protection from it,” I felt that. It advised me why I’m here, why I care, and why choosing into Bitcoin seems like pulling out of something broken.

Lyn Alden discussing United States deficits and why
‘Nothing Stops This Train’
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— Jan Nieuwenhuijs (@JanGold_) June 2, 2025

At this point in the afternoon, I might feel the momentum beginning to increase. As I sat behind the news desk, hearing the wrap-up of Lyn Alden, the crowd at the primary phase began to get.

Jack Mallers, Strike and Twenty One Capital CEO, quickly took the phase and provided his keynote speech, striking on how he thought 1913 was the last great time to purchase eggs with dollars. Then he dropped the huge news: Strike is presenting a Bitcoin-backed loan system with rate of interest in between 9–13%. That’s substantial—particularly when he explained how ludicrous it is that banks charge 20% on loans backed by Bitcoin.

The method he simplified, comparing Bitcoin’s volatility to Tesla and Apple, made it all click for me. What other possession could potentially be much better than Bitcoin?

He ended his time on phase by stating, “Life is short. Take the trip. But with Bitcoin, you just get to take a better one.” That’s the sort of state of mind shift I pertained to Bitcoin 2025 for.

At this point, the Nakamoto Stage location was overfilled with individuals, putting into the exposition hall. I understood what time it was. I began to get delighted.

The one and just, Michael Saylor, Strategy CEO, will take the phase. This was my preferred discussion of the whole conference. Michael Saylor can truly articulate his words well in a manner that makes it simple for a lot of, including myself, to comprehend Bitcoin; his enthusiasm simply radiates from individual to individual.

I don’t learn about you, however hearing Michael Saylor dive deep into why he thinks in humankind and how Bitcoin can empower us to make much better options in life simply makes me understand that not whatever is as made complex as it might appear—and I have individuals on my side.

Michael Saylor provided his 21 Ways to Wealth, where he simplified in basic terms. The 2nd Saylor took the phase, the crowd simply went crazy. He had a brilliant smile on his face as he specified:

“This speech is for you. I’ve traveled the world and told countries, institutional investors, and even the disembodied spirits of our children’s children why they need Bitcoin. This is for every individual, every family, every small business. It’s for everybody.”

As a trainee, and desiring be the very best that I potentially can be, this speech indicated a lot to me. Sometimes wealth isn’t about all of the financial worth around you—you require assistance and love from your household, as in some cases simply one little bit of assistance can indicate whatever.

His sincerity and straightforwardness throughout the speech makes such an excellent case for Bitcoin, which I think resonates with a lot of—including myself.

In his 10th point, he specified, “Just because you can do a thing doesn’t mean you should,” he cautioned. “If you invest in Bitcoin, there’s a 90% chance it will succeed over five years. Don’t confuse ambition with accomplishment. Come up with a strategy—and stick to it.”

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— Michael Saylor (@saylor) May 31, 2025

The crowd just got louder and louder when the last speaker of Bitcoin 2025, Ross Ulbricht, was quickly to take the phase.

Ross Ulbricht’s speech was psychological, effective, and truthfully left me with chills. Hearing him speak after investing over a years in jail was a tip of what this motion is everything about.

When he stated, “We are all on equal footing with Bitcoin.” Bitcoin doesn’t care who you are, where you live, or what you’ve been through—it offers everybody the very same chance at sovereignty.

But the part that stuck to me most was Ross speaking about the assistance he got while he was locked away. “When I was silenced, you spoke up,” he stated, and it advised me that Bitcoin isn’t almost numbers and charts—it’s about individuals defending each other.

His call to remain unified, even when we disagree, felt more crucial than ever in a world that can in some cases feel divided. “Those that oppose decentralization and freedom love it when we are divided,” he stated.

Ross’ story reveals what’s at stake, and why we defend a system that nobody can close down or control. Bitcoin indicates liberty. Ross ended the conference with a sense of love and strength. His speech was so psychological, and I felt so honored to be there.

Soon, everybody began to leave the convention center, and all of the cubicles were being removed. Honestly, I couldn’t assist however stand and see. All of the important things that made me so pleased, all of individuals that made this come to life, were taking it all apart.

I saw the Cybertrucks, and decors, and shows all vanishing as groups of individuals got to work. It was at this minute I understood that I was offered. Bitcoin 2025 pulled me in, and there was no chance I would ever be drawn back out.

As I stood there, I also felt a sense of peace. A sense of complete satisfaction. I had actually achieved all of the important things I wished to achieve. I composed my news short articles, shot some enjoyable TikToks, and did my reasonable share of interacting. I felt, well, excellent.

So, the next day, I left Vegas. And I truly didn’t wish to. I had actually seemed like I remained in an alternate universe, one that was unstoppable. As I rested on the aircraft, I simply believed to myself, “I’ve gotta come back,” which’s precisely what I prepare to do. At the Bitcoin conference, you will fulfill individuals that are authentic, appreciate you, and look after the future of the world. You will have a good time, dancing, chuckling, and even offering farewell hugs stating, “Same time next year?”

If you are a trainee or intern like me, older, more youthful, abundant or bad, make it an objective and a truth to participate in The Bitcoin Conference. I assure, you won’t regret it. Whether you learn about Bitcoin or not, it doesn’t matter. That is what the conference is everything about—to teach you, to offer you a taste.

You will discover your individuals, and you will discover the reality. The reality that Bitcoin is cash, and Bitcoin is the future. You’ll awaken, and you’ll understand that the future is near—and Bitcoin remains in it.