Speaker’s stage appearances
Panel discussion
Practicing Cypherpunk: Privacy, Peer-to-Peer, and Staying Free with Bitcoin
Bitcoin was born from cypherpunk ideals: privacy, decentralization, and peer-to-peer freedom. But as nation-states and institutions start stacking sats, many are asking—is the original vision slipping away?
This panel brings together early builders and privacy advocates to explore what cypherpunk philosophy still means in 2025—and how it can be preserved in a world of KYC, surveillance, and corporate co-option.
Led by OG cypherpunk Juraj Bednár, the conversation features:
Is Bitcoin more a social or technological revolution?
Why P2P, non-KYC Bitcoin still matters
How individuals can take practical steps to protect privacy, sovereignty, and signal in an increasingly centralized world
This isn’t nostalgia—it’s a reminder of why we’re here, how to use the tools, and what’s at stake if we forget.
This panel brings together early builders and privacy advocates to explore what cypherpunk philosophy still means in 2025—and how it can be preserved in a world of KYC, surveillance, and corporate co-option.
Led by OG cypherpunk Juraj Bednár, the conversation features:
Is Bitcoin more a social or technological revolution?
Why P2P, non-KYC Bitcoin still matters
How individuals can take practical steps to protect privacy, sovereignty, and signal in an increasingly centralized world
This isn’t nostalgia—it’s a reminder of why we’re here, how to use the tools, and what’s at stake if we forget.
Main stage
Fri, 10:20
EN
Keynote
Privacy as a Shield: Strengthening Security Through Bitcoin and Self-Custody
This talk explores how privacy transforms security by lowering defensive costs while raising the stakes for attackers. It examines critical areas like financial sovereignty, personal data control, and secure communication, and how privacy-preserving tools elevate these domains. Attendees will learn practical applications of Bitcoin for censorship-resistant transactions, self-custody wallets to reclaim asset ownership, and encryption frameworks to safeguard digital lives. The session blends theory with actionable steps, demonstrating how decentralized technologies empower individuals to neutralize surveillance and institutional overreach. Real-world examples will highlight the risks of poor privacy hygiene and the tangible benefits of adopting tools that prioritize user autonomy.
Expo stage
Sat, 12:20
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