The Bitcoin Conference in Nashville features former President Trump and presidential candidate RFK Jr., signaling Bitcoin's growing mainstream acceptance. The U.S. government's $13 billion Bitcoin holdings and tech leaders' engagement, like Elon Musk's Twitter activity involving Bitcoin CEO David Bailey, suggest Bitcoin's rising importance in national finance.
Blockchain technology presents opportunities for digital rights management and smart economies, as highlighted by Moby Media's CEO, BeL2's head of operations, and conference anchor Rob Nelson. The conference is expecting a near-record crowd and is taking increased security measures due to the recent attempt on Trump's life.
Politicians, including Senators Hagerty and Blackburn, and Rep. Khanna, will also speak at the conference, reflecting the industry's growing political influence in the 2024 election year. Attendance is expected to range from 20,000 to 45,000 attendees, up from a drop during the bear market and exceeding the 12,000 attendees in 2022. Elon Musk may attend the conference, sparking speculation about his presence alongside Trump.
Kennedy defended the crypto industry against accusations of environmental harm caused by mining activities. Bitcoin advocate Samson Mow proposes six ideas to integrate Bitcoin into the US economy for Trump ahead of his speech at the conference.
