{"id":42138,"date":"2025-04-10T13:57:10","date_gmt":"2025-04-10T18:57:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/?p=42138"},"modified":"2025-05-07T00:37:22","modified_gmt":"2025-05-07T05:37:22","slug":"ross-ulbricht-to-speak-at-bitcoin-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/conference\/ross-ulbricht-to-speak-at-bitcoin-2025","title":{"rendered":"Ross Ulbricht To Speak At Bitcoin 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n<p>It\u2019s happening! Everything we\u2019ve fought for and more; Ross Ulbricht is free and he is coming to Bitcoin 2025! Bring your \u201cFree Ross Day One\u201d t-shirts to Vegas because he will be in attendance at the conference for the first time as a free man, in less than two months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>&#8220;Freedom is the emancipation from the arbitrary rule of other men.&#8221;<\/em> \u2014Mortimer Adler<br><br>Freedom means a lot to us bitcoiners, so when Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht, a freedom fighter and a Bitcoin pioneer, was given two life sentences + 40 years with no option for parole, hearts and hopes sank.<br><br>All around the world we have advocated and fought for Ross\u2019 freedom. From petitions to t-shirts, he was all in our hearts. Ross represents us in our bravest of times in our adversity, in our fight to do what is right even when it may seem wrong.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After years of fighting, shouting, challenging, and campaigning, Trump made a promise that if he were re-elected he would pardon Ross. The question whether it would actually happen hung in the air for months. Then, on January 21st, 2025, Trump made true on his promise and it\u2019s fair to say that it caused some commotion. Among the cheers and smiles, this moment showed us how far we have come, <strong><em>but<\/em><\/strong> is there still further to go from here?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bitcoin conference has always rallied the \u201cFree Ross\u201d movement. He\u2019s not only one of us, but he is someone who has helped make bitcoin what it is today. We stood by Ross, and we couldn\u2019t be more happy for him to come home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Bitcoin&nbsp;2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The excitement is building as the world\u2019s largest Bitcoin conference approaches,&nbsp;Bitcoin 2025. Set to take place in Las Vegas from May 27-29, this premier event is anticipated to draw Bitcoin enthusiasts, industry leaders, and innovators from all over the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be part of the revolution! Come experience the cultural movement that\u2019s the Bitcoin Conference \u2013 a landmark event with wealth of opportunities for networking and learning. In 2025, Bitcoin takes over Las Vegas, uniting builders, leaders, and believers in the world\u2019s most resilient monetary network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>New in 2025<\/strong>: Code &amp; Country launches on Industry Day, bringing together policymakers, technologists, and industry leaders for a full day of focused collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The aim<\/strong>: strengthen Bitcoin\u2019s role in national strategy, regulatory clarity, and technological sovereignty. This marks a new era where Bitcoin\u2019s protocol and geopolitical potential intersect more directly than ever before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights Include<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Keynote Speakers<\/strong>: Renowned experts and visionaries will share their insights and predictions for the future of digital currency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Workshops and Panels<\/strong>: Attendees can participate in hands-on workshops and panel discussions covering a wide array of topics, from technical details to practical applications in various industries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exhibition Hall<\/strong>: The exhibition will showcase art, cutting-edge products and services from top companies in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Networking Opportunities<\/strong>: With thousands of attendees expected, Bitcoin 2025 offers unparalleled opportunities for networking with peers, potential partners, and thought leaders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keynote Speakers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The conference is set to feature an impressive lineup of speakers, including leading Bitcoin developers, experts, as well as influential figures from the financial sector. Topics range from the latest advancements to regulatory updates and investment strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ross Ulbricht<\/strong>, Freedom Advocate \u2013 Founder of the Silk Road marketplace, recently released by President Donald Trump from serving a double life sentence. His story has become emblematic of the clash between personal liberty, Bitcoin, and the state.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cameron &amp; Tyler Winklevoss<\/strong>, Co-Founders of Gemini \u2013 Early Bitcoin adopters and founders of the regulated exchange Gemini.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>David Sacks<\/strong>, White House AI &amp; Crypto Czar \u2013 Former PayPal COO and venture capitalist, now serving as the White House\u2019s senior advisor on AI and cryptocurrency policy, leading national efforts on stablecoin legislation and digital asset strategy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bryan Johnson<\/strong>, Founder of Project Blueprint \u2013 Tech entrepreneur and longevity researcher known for reversing his biological age and challenging fiat-era assumptions about health, time, and human potential.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Past Conferences in the USA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013&nbsp;<strong>2021 Miami<\/strong>:&nbsp;<em>Where President Nayib Bukele revealed plans for El Salvador to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender<\/em>, making history live on stage. Attendance: 11,000<br>\u2013&nbsp;<strong>2022 Miami<\/strong>:&nbsp;<em>Where Michael Saylor delivered a landmark address on corporate Bitcoin strategy<\/em>&nbsp;and announced additional MicroStrategy purchases. Attendance: 26,000<br>\u2013&nbsp;<strong>2023 Miami<\/strong>:&nbsp;<em>Where Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. became the first U.S. presidential candidate to speak at a Bitcoin conference<\/em>, addressing financial freedom and civil liberties. Attendance: 15,000<br>\u2013&nbsp;<strong>2024 Nashville<\/strong>:&nbsp;<em>Highlights include President Donald J. Trump\u2019s appearance<\/em>, where he voiced support for Bitcoin mining and national monetary sovereignty. Attendance: 22,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join Us in Las Vegas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Date<\/strong>: May 27-29, 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Venue<\/strong>: The Venetian, Las Vegas, NV, USA&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tickets<\/strong>:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/b.tc\/conference\/2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/b.tc\/conference\/2025<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Get a<mark>&nbsp;<strong>free General Admission ticket<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/mark>when you deposit $200 on&nbsp;<strong>eToro<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 while supplies last!<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s happening! Everything we\u2019ve fought for and more; Ross Ulbricht is free and he is coming to Bitcoin 2025! Bring your \u201cFree Ross Day One\u201d t-shirts to Vegas because he will be in attendance at the conference for the first time as a free man, in less than two months. &#8220;Freedom is the emancipation from [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2711,"featured_media":42139,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5491,30],"tags":[442,1949,87],"class_list":{"0":"post-42138","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-conference","8":"category-industry-events","9":"tag-bitcoin-2025","10":"tag-free-ross","11":"tag-ross-ulbricht"},"author_data":{"id":2711,"name":"Madeline McCabe","nicename":"madeline-mccabe","avatar_url":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Madeline-1.webp"},"featured_image_url":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GoMPG6PbYAUsmwa.webp","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42138","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2711"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=42138"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42138\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/42139"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=42138"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=42138"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bitcoinmagazine.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=42138"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}