Is going to a the bitcoin conference worth it?

[weeniehodler05]

Hey so im still fairly new to the space, ive been investing for about 7 month now and thought about going to a conference. im not to social of a person but i feel like it would be a good opportunity to just be around the environment. Has anyone been to one? and do you think its a valuable experience?

[Dunamisx]

Hey so im still fairly new to the space, ive been investing for about 7 month now and thought about going to a conference. im not to social of a person but i feel like it would be a good opportunity to just be around the environment. Has anyone been to one? and do you think its a valuable experience?

Yes it is an experience you cannot do without, it's going to be a remarkable one indeed especially if it's a global conference that brings together cryptopreneurs from different parts of the world, I've not been able to attend a global conference before bit i do attend the ones organised from my locality here and i can tell you vividly it's worth attending, you get exposed to several opportunities in the crypto space, you will also stand a chance to have an encounter with some of the founders, developers and experts in cryptocurrency, they do have sessions where different areas in cryptocurrency will be brought to discuss, a try is worth giving.

[Taskford]

Hey so im still fairly new to the space, ive been investing for about 7 month now and thought about going to a conference. im not to social of a person but i feel like it would be a good opportunity to just be around the environment. Has anyone been to one? and do you think its a valuable experience?

If you have knowledge about bitcoin then going on conference is just a waste of your time because for sure they will just tell you the basics and the history of bitcoin. But if you don't know about it better start with it since somehow you can gain knowledge with them, but make sure that you go on legitimate conference where main intention is to educate people about bitcoin and not those scam platform who hype people then offer scams.

[Z-tight]

If it is within your convenience and you are not going to spend too much money travelling to attend, then it is surely worth it, most times people attend conferences when one or some of the speakers are people they have admired for a long time in the network, so if they can seize the opportunity to see them talk about bitcoin live, they will.

Since you are interested in bitcoin conferences, you should check the bitcoin meetup section for updates and news about things like that: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?board=86.0

If you are in the UK, there is a news there on a bitcoin conference coming up in the UK: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5406152.0

[inthelongrun]

I am also an asocial type of person and it's been a while now since I am invested in Bitcoin but I haven't tried attending a single crypto conference or gathering. I made a lot of friends online as they are into crypto too and most of them already attended crypto-related gatherings. So it is not bad actually. If you have the time and you want to attend then go. You might learn new stuff there or meet new crypto friends. Who knows it'll lead and start a crypto career for you.

[mk4]

It depends — what bitcoin conference specifically? I've seen a good number of Bitcoin conferences online, but those are the bigger more reputable ones. Can't say for sure what would go on with the smaller local bitcoin conferences; they might end up promoting some cloud mining scheme or something.

But personally, I wouldn't go to one. The bigger conferences have their content free on YouTube anyway. I wouldn't risk my privacy(might be a honeypot *wears tinfoil hat*) just to see it live, unless I'm there to promote a business/service and/or connect with people.

[Die_empty]

I would have to consider the quality of information the conference will offer. Secondly, the location and cost would also matter to me. If the entry fee, transportation costs and other logistics are expensive then I might not attend. But one of the benefit of conferences is connection. Sitting in the same environment with likeminds can link you up to an opportunity or an idea that can open new profitable doors.

But most conference in my country are usually overhyped. You would here of an international bitcoin conference that would attract speakers or bitcoiners from all around the world. But it would turn out to be a conference put together by few local chaps with no international affiliation or connections.

[Upgrade00]

I wouldn't risk my privacy(might be a honeypot *wears tinfoil hat*) just to see it live, unless I'm there to promote a business/service and/or connect with people.

This! The privacy risk is high when attending such conferences, and this risk increases when it is around your locality.

Literally every information one would need about Bitcoin is available online, so the only reason, I see, to attend a conference would be to network. This is useful for a social media personality or one selling a service, but regular Joe's who are into Bitcoin, can do without that publicity.

If you must attend one, be wary not to disclose personal information and be sceptical of any offer or service being marketed.
You get to see first-hand the interest of others about Bitcoin and maybe get it off your bucket list.

[mk4]

This! The privacy risk is high when attending such conferences, and this risk increases when it is around your locality.

Yep. The last thing you'd want is someone to follow you as you leave the conference and hit you with the $5 wrench attack.

If I really needed to go to a conference for whatever reason, I'd go full Watchdogs. Hoodie, face mask, a hat, and some shades.

[PrivacyG]

Can't say for sure what would go on with the smaller local bitcoin conferences; they might end up promoting some cloud mining scheme or something.

Unfortunately, this is true.  I have been to a few small conferences and pretty much all of them were plugging a scam at some point.  Not to mention there was like nothing new about Cryptocurrencies I heard there that I did not know before and small ones typically also have Shitcoins plugged all around.  They are very basic, with scams sometimes plugged in the middle of the 'show' and most of the people I met had a God complex of some sort.  No, thank you.

The best option is the one you mentioned.  Livestreams.  Although I do not think I have ever heard about a large conference being live streamed on YouTube, would you mind sharing a few names?

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PrivacyG

[Zilon]

Its the BTC Conference Miami 2023. The prior ones look like a great experience. What im really looking to accomplish from going to try and meet people that share the same interest as me. Right now i dont really have anyone i could talk to ab btc or crypto.

Its a beautiful choice of priority. Miami Bitcoin conference will give you the best experience you may ever think of but how about talking to people in your neighbourhood about Bitcoin before the conference. That way you can groom new Bitcoin enthusiast and also people you can always discuss about Bitcoin with while you keep plans on attending 2023 conference

[passwordnow]

Hey so im still fairly new to the space, ive been investing for about 7 month now and thought about going to a conference. im not to social of a person but i feel like it would be a good opportunity to just be around the environment. Has anyone been to one? and do you think its a valuable experience?

I've been into one but basically, it's no longer like an unknown found gem in the forest when I joined that conference. Because the knowledge they've shared isn't really new. They're like the ones that are being taught in the forum by the experts here then.
But I think that conference isn't all about sharing knowledge about blockchain, bitcoin, and the entire crypto but just for socialization and I think they're, the organizer, was successful if that's the case.

[weeniehodler05]

It depends — what bitcoin conference specifically? I've seen a good number of Bitcoin conferences online, but those are the bigger more reputable ones. Can't say for sure what would go on with the smaller local bitcoin conferences; they might end up promoting some cloud mining scheme or something.

But personally, I wouldn't go to one. The bigger conferences have their content free on YouTube anyway. I wouldn't risk my privacy(might be a honeypot *wears tinfoil hat*) just to see it live, unless I'm there to promote a business/service and/or connect with people.

So i was interested in going to the Bitcoin Conference Miami 2023.

[noorman0]

Such conferences are generally sponsored by several corporate brands, depending on the scale of the event. Actually the point of the show is not bitcoin lessons, but (say) 70-80% is marketing where most of the speakers are promoters.
And yeah, nothing is truly free to share anything in this world without getting what it deserves. If I had to attend this kind of conference, I would have to camouflage with zero crypto knowledge and act unconcerned about any offer.

[weeniehodler05]

Hey so im still fairly new to the space, ive been investing for about 7 month now and thought about going to a conference. im not to social of a person but i feel like it would be a good opportunity to just be around the environment. Has anyone been to one? and do you think its a valuable experience?

Yes it is an experience you cannot do without, it's going to be a remarkable one indeed especially if it's a global conference that brings together cryptopreneurs from different parts of the world, I've not been able to attend a global conference before bit i do attend the ones organised from my locality here and i can tell you vividly it's worth attending, you get exposed to several opportunities in the crypto space, you will also stand a chance to have an encounter with some of the founders, developers and experts in cryptocurrency, they do have sessions where different areas in cryptocurrency will be brought to discuss, a try is worth giving.

Its the BTC Conference Miami 2023. The prior ones look like a great experience. What im really looking to accomplish from going to try and meet people that share the same interest as me. Right now i dont really have anyone i could talk to ab btc or crypto.

[kamvreto]

good opportunity if can attend bitcoin conference, it will be great experience. you will directly see people who have an interest in bitcoin and see bitcoin mentors and explain bitcoin in detail. conferences that are held offline with face to face provide an extraordinary experience and of course many people will come to the conference. and there will be many sponsors at the conference, this is an opportunity for you to get to know all of them. Don't waste the opportunity, come and join the event.

~snip~Bitcoin conference will also be held in Amsterdam 12-14 October 2022 and next year will also be held in Miami.

[Mpamaegbu]

im not to social of a person but i feel like it would be a good opportunity to just be around the environment. Has anyone been to one? and do you think its a valuable experience?

Introverts don't like socializing. If I'm correct of what you've described of yourself im not to social of a person, you seem to be an introvert. So, I'm wondering why you still want to get in the mix with a crowd of people you truly can't judge what they're capable of? There are many "what ifs" here. What if those putting up the conference aren't genuine Bitcoiners and aren't out to actually teach but to get contacts of people they're likely going to snoop on later? What if they're scammers who might likely ask to trade for you or provide one signal or the other? Besides, you've to reckon that once you put yourself out there and mingle with people you truly don't know; your privacy is compromised. You've to consider all the salient issues raised here and then decide whether you want to go that way or simply continue to learn online from the comfort of your room.

[Rikafip]

Yes it is an experience you cannot do without, it's going to be a remarkable one indeed especially if it's a global conference that brings together cryptopreneurs from different parts of the world

As someone who attended a couple of bitcoin (and crypto in general) conferences, I can tell you that its definitely something you can live without.

What if those putting up the conference aren't genuine Bitcoiners and aren't out to actually teach but to get contacts of people they're likely going to snoop on later? What if they're scammers who might likely ask to trade for you or provide one signal or the other? Besides, you've to reckon that once you put yourself out there and mingle with people you truly don't know; your privacy is compromised.

This sounds very paranoid to me, and I would personally take an extremely slight chance of something happening to me than go through life with that mindset, constantly thinking what can go wrong. Sure, I won't go to a dodgy part of town to some shady conference, but I also won't stop me from doing some things just because there is a minuscule chance of a bad thing happening.


@OP It might be worth your time if you are looking for employment in that sector, but otherwise its nothing special.

[qwertyup23]

Hey so im still fairly new to the space, ive been investing for about 7 month now and thought about going to a conference. im not to social of a person but i feel like it would be a good opportunity to just be around the environment. Has anyone been to one? and do you think its a valuable experience?

Attending any conference that talks about BTC/cryptocurrency is definitely worth it. Not only do you learn firsthand the fundamentals of BTC but you also have the opportunity to ask questions to all the people that attended. This kind of interactive experience makes these types of conference very essential and helpful especially if you are new to the cryptocurrency space.

Back in 2017, I also attended this conference (unfortunately, it was a ponzi conference USI-TECH) in our country. I was able to talk to various people who invested in this scheme and they provided and taught me the basics of cryptocurrencies. Though I highly advise that you prevent investing in ponzi-schemes. But my point here is that, conferences discussing a certain topic will always be worth it!

[BIT-BENDER]

Coming up or my growth in Crypto-currency has lead me to so much enquiries about Crypto-currency in general and that includes going to conferences, seminars and workshops. But I can give you some note you should be aware.
#Do not go to any conference as a dummy: what I am saying here is going to a Bitcoin conference without first having little knowledge isn't beneficial, also have little knowledge can even make you engage the speakers more.

#know the difference from Crypto-currency conference and advert, I have made this mistake thinking I was going to a seminar about Crypto only to find out that it was a scheme by a project to tell people about themselves.

#Be ready to learn and unlearn when preparing for it. Knowledge is meant to be flexible doing this would increase your Crypto-currency growth.