The prestigious MIT Bitcoin Expo is set to make history this April 5-6, 2025, with its groundbreaking focus on freedom technology and Bitcoin’s role in global human rights. This 12th annual event, organized by the MIT Bitcoin Club, brings together over 40 world-class speakers and 500+ attendees for a deep dive into how Bitcoin enables individual sovereignty in an increasingly authoritarian world.
Freedom Tech Takes Center Stage
Building on MIT’s pioneering 2014 Bitcoin Project, this year’s expo has evolved into a critical forum for exploring how Bitcoin empowers self-custody and financial freedom. The event features an unprecedented lineup of speakers including Zimbabwean activist Evan Mawarire and Lightning Network creator Tadge Dryja.
Key Event Highlights
- Day 1: Freedom tech fundamentals and corporate adoption perspectives
- Day 2: Global impact sessions with activists from Venezuela, Russia, and Togo
- $10,000 Freedom Tech Hackathon (April 4-6)
- Bitcoin self-custody workshop by HRF’s Anna Chekhovich
Technical Innovation Meets Human Rights
The conference agenda tackles crucial questions about Bitcoin’s role in resisting authoritarianism, including technical sessions on consensus mechanisms, censorship resistance, and quantum resistance. Notable speakers from Marathon Digital and Bitcoin Core will discuss how corporate adoption can align with Bitcoin’s core values.
FAQ
When and where is the MIT Bitcoin Expo 2025?
The event takes place April 5-6, 2025, at the MIT Campus in Cambridge, MA.
How can I participate in the Freedom Tech Hackathon?
Developers can register for the $10,000-prize hackathon through the official website. The event runs April 4-6, 2025.
What makes this year’s expo different?
The 2025 edition uniquely focuses on freedom technology and Bitcoin’s role in enabling human rights, featuring an unprecedented mix of technical experts and global activists.
Registration Information:
Website: www.mitbtcexpo.org
Contact: h6239@alum.mit.edu / adamg25@mit.edu