Event Keynotes

1. Unstoppable Fiscal Deficits Lyn discussed the concept of "Nothing Stops This Train," which she relates to the growing issue of U.S. fiscal deficits. She emphasized that this phenomenon has become deeply entrenched in the economy, particularly since 2017. Lyn pointed out that the traditional relationship between

1. Plans for a Crypto Hub in the UK Nigel expressed his intention to transform the UK into a leading hub for Bitcoin and cryptocurrency by implementing a crypto assets and digital finance bill. This initiative aims to draw crypto and digital assets out from obscurity and establish a favorable

1. Tether's Growth Potential Impact Saifedean explained a thought experiment projecting a 100-fold growth for Tether over the next 10 years, which he deemed overly optimistic at a compound annual growth rate of 60%. He emphasized that even under this scenario, the impact on the US debt situation

1. The Power of Collective Action Ross emphasized that his freedom was a collective achievement, stating that the efforts of many individuals came together to oppose an injustice. He expressed deep gratitude for the community's role in advocating for his release, suggesting that such collective action can challenge

1. Mainstream Adoption of Bitcoin Adam highlighted that Bitcoin is still in its early stages, yet more mainstream players are entering the ecosystem. This shift indicates that Bitcoin is becoming a foundational element in global finance. The surge in interest from entities such as businesses, governments, and individual investors signifies

1. Bitcoin Needs Everyday Use Miles emphasized that Bitcoin is at a crucial juncture, where it must evolve from being merely an asset to a widely accepted method of payment. He argued that while Bitcoin holds tremendous potential with its vast market cap and increasing holder base, the original vision