Rockstar Dev

Bitcoin Uncle

Rockstar is a longstanding presence in Bitcoin, with deep contributions to the payments ecosystem (through BTCPay Server and Strike). He advises BTC Inc, Lightning Ventures and others at the forefront of the Bitcoin movement. A practicing privacy advocate, he builds bridges of code and community in pursuit of a fiatless future.

Developer Community Leader

Speaker’s stage appearances

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Panel discussion

Cypherpunks Tips on How To Thrive in the Digital Panopticon

You are being watched, tracked, and indexed by a digital panopticon that never sleeps. But you don’t have to be a victim. This panel features the original architects of digital freedom sharing their "underground" tips for thriving in a surveillance state. Learn the high-level privacy hacks and cypherpunk tools you need to reclaim your anonymity and ensure that your life, your money, and your movements belong to you — and no one else.

Expo stage

Thu, 10:30

Panel discussion

Arrogance vs. Ideology Within Bitcoin Ecosystem

In a world of "experts" and "influencers," knowing who to trust is the difference between success and a rugpull. We’re cutting through the noise to expose the power plays, arrogance, and hidden ideologies within the Bitcoin ecosystem. Gain the "insider" perspective you need to filter the hype, avoid the traps of Bitcoin tribalism, and make cold, calculated decisions for your own financial benefit.

Main stage

Fri, 12:40