The North American Bitcoin Conference (TNABC) is set to host its eighth annual event fully online on January 28-29, 2021, marking a historic shift from its traditional in-person gathering in Miami. Founded in 2013, TNABC has been one of North America’s most influential bitcoin and blockchain industry events, typically drawing thousands of attendees each year. However, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, organizers have moved the entire conference to a virtual platform while assembling a speaker lineup larger than ever before. TNABC’s creators note that 2020 has demonstrated “how resilient a global crypto economy can be.” With bitcoin reaching all-time highs at the end of 2020, the crypto industry now more than ever needs dialogue and consensus.
Star-Studded Lineup: From Roger Ver to Charles Hoskinson
The official speaker list includes dozens of prominent figures from the cryptocurrency and blockchain space. Among them are Bitcoin.com founder Roger Ver, often called “Bitcoin Jesus”; IOHK founder Charles Hoskinson, co-creator of Ethereum and Cardano; Monero core developer Riccardo Spagni; Polymath CEO Trevor Koverko; OB1 CEO Brian Hoffman; blockchain entrepreneur Brock Pierce; Freeross.org founder Lyn Ulbricht; Edge founder and CEO Paul Puey; Binary Financial’s Harry Yeh; Bloq chairman and co-founder Matthew Roszak; and Bitwage founder and CEO Jonathan Chester. They will deliver keynote presentations and participate in roundtable debates, offering a “compact masterclass on the state of cryptocurrency,” according to the event website.
From Physical to Virtual: The Power of Technology
TNABC host and Keynote founder and CEO Moe Levin commented, “The fact that we are all able to join this event, many at short notice, from all over the globe, most if not all of our plans made from our phones, shows me how rapidly our world has changed in recent years and what an important role technology now plays in our lives. It also shows me how ready the world is for a new technology that is as international and as mobile and as easy as the rest of the technology in our lives.” Levin added, “It shows me that it’s time to move forward with blockchain and cryptocurrencies and give the world a technology befitting of our current age. And thanks to the great reception we’re seeing online, it shows me that others feel the same way.” He emphasized that the virtual format removes geographical barriers, allowing broader participation and expanding the conference’s reach.
Networking and Learning: Equally Exciting Online
Although attendees cannot share a drink in Miami, the conference features robust online networking sessions. Beyond keynote speeches, the agenda includes debates among global change-makers, thought leaders, and industry insiders, exploring how cryptocurrencies and blockchain can address global challenges. Organizers have designed a dedicated platform for real-time interaction, one-on-one video chats, and new business connections. A comprehensive guide has been released to help participants navigate the platform and schedule. Attendees can register on January 25-26 to receive their unique access codes.
Ticket Information and Industry Significance
Tickets for TNABC 2021 are now available for purchase. After buying a pass, participants will receive a unique join code and link to register on the event platform. Early purchase is encouraged to ensure smooth access. This fully virtual experiment is not only a pragmatic response to the pandemic but also a validation of digital technology’s ability to connect talent globally. As TNABC’s message suggests, the resilience of cryptocurrency and blockchain has been proven, and the future belongs to those who embrace digital collaboration.
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