BITCOIN SEASON 2: JD Vance & Suitcoiners in Vegas

May 31, 2025

Live from a vibrant Bitcoin conference in Vegas, JD Vance delves into Bitcoin's status as neutral money amid corporatization worries. The conversation takes a surprising turn with Peter Schiff's pivot to selling NFTs. Attendees learn about the Lightning Network's impressive 9.7% APR yields. Discussions also highlight the corporate vs. grassroots culture clash, as Bitcoin sees increased mainstream appeal and security concerns arise. Amidst the excitement, there's a focus on preserving the cypherpunk spirit in a Wall Street-influenced landscape.

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INSIGHT

Bitcoin Conference Goes Mainstream

Bitcoin conference culture is shifting from cypherpunk to mainstream with many suits attending.
The event's bigger scale reflects Bitcoin's $2 trillion market cap and wider acceptance.

ANECDOTE

Peter Schiff's Bitcoin NFT Surprise

Peter Schiff surprised many by owning Bitcoin and selling Bitcoin NFTs.
He gained significant Bitcoin wealth by selling inscriptions despite being a known Bitcoin critic.

INSIGHT

Bitcoin Conference Programming Diversity

Bitcoin 2025 conference programming is broad and includes diverse Bitcoin community segments.
It no longer feels like a niche but a legitimized, mainstream event with politicians and major corporations.

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