Couldn’t you plan on Bel Salvador? This is what you missed

07 February Couldn’t you plan on Bel Salvador? This is what you missed

The Planning Forum in El Salvador attracted around 2,500 participants to in-depth look into the role of Bitcoin in financial innovation and the growing adoption around the world. The event solidified El Salvador’s position as a global leader in Bitcoin adoption and featured discussions on Bitcoin development, tokenized securities, digital asset-based capital markets and the evolution of Bitcoin’s financial ecosystem. The Bitfinex booth is a central hub for event participants, providing interactive activities and insights on the Bitcoin financial landscape, with Bitfinex Securities Day events, Bitfinex VIP cocktail parties, and Bitfinex LiveStre I spoke to am. As El Salvador continues to accept Bitcoin, the forum set the stage for further advances in digital finance, with the upcoming Plan ₿ Forum scheduled for Lugano, Switzerland in October 2025.

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The recent plan in El Salvador: Forum attracted around 2,500 participants from around the world to discuss the role of Bitcoin in financial innovation. The event, held from January 30th to 31st, 2025, highlighted El Salvador’s growing position as a leader in Bitcoin recruitment. The forum also featured the announcement of a second mid-central figure, following first in Lugano, Switzerland, which represents a common commitment to Bitcoin adoption between the two cities.

The event includes industry leaders, policymakers, and Bitcoin supporters such as Paolo Aldoino, Adam Buck, Samson Moh, Jimmy Song, Jameson Ropp, Giacomo Zucco and Mirena Mayorga. A group of speakers has appeared. A discussion centered around global finance, technological advances, and the evolving role of Bitcoin in real-world applications. The success of the forum sets the stage for a future gathering in El Salvador, with the next plan set to take place in Lugano, Switzerland in October 2025. The event strengthened the growing institutional and government interest in Bitcoin and placed it as important. Future players in digital finance will encourage ongoing dialogue regarding their adoption and technology development.

The Plan Forum was the largest Bitcoin conference ever held in El Salvador, with four stages aimed at Spanish-speaking Bitcoiners. It was completely Spanish, and 2 was a live translation. This ensured 100% accessibility for participants across Latin America. This was very important as 50% of the participants in the conference were local El Salvadorans.

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Bitfinex Securities Day

The Bitfinex Securities Day, held on the eve of the El Salvador Plan₿ Forum, focused on the growing role of tokenized securities within the country’s crypto-friendly regulatory framework. The event highlights discussions that highlight how El Salvador’s digital asset regulations will complete the symbolization process in just two weeks to two months, making it possible to streamline investment opportunities for security token products (STOs). We investigated the possibility. The panelists also looked into a wider topic related to Bitcoin adoption, including the possibility of new financial products such as “volcanic tokens” and the possibility that more countries could establish Bitcoin reserves . The event concluded with insights into how tokenization drives investments in Bitcoin mining, placing it as an important financial tool to attract capital in the digital asset space.

Tether & Lightning Labs announces that USDT is coming to the Lightning network

Tether and Lightning Labs has announced the integration of USDT Stablecoin into the Bitcoin ecosystem through the Lightning Network via the Taproot Assets Protocol. The development enhances Bitcoin capabilities by enabling fast, low-cost transactions with stable digital assets, addressing increasing demand in emerging markets where stable accessibility is becoming increasingly important I will. The integration driven by the Lightning Labs infrastructure allows seamless USDT issuance and transfers both in the basic layer of Bitcoin and the Lightning network, potentially increasing the use of Bitcoin in global remittances and payments Masu.

Paolo Ardoino’s keynote speech

In his keynote speech at the El Salvador Plans ₿ Forum, Bitfinex CTO and Tether CEO Paolo Aldoino reaffirm the company’s commitment to Salvador’s ambition to become a major financial hub in Latin, and financial services He outlined his vision for the role of Tether in shaping the future of the film. America. He highlighted Tether’s dedication to developing innovative financial products that expand global access to economic opportunities, particularly in underserved regions. Ardoino highlighted the transformational impact of Bitcoin on technology and finance, highlighting that Tether must continue to build world-class solutions to stay relevant. His speech strengthened the collaboration between both Tether and Bitfinex with El Salvador’s Bitcoin-driven financial strategy, positioning the country as a key player in the global digital assets ecosystem.

“Where are you on your Bitcoin trip?” Panel presentation

The panel discussion entitled “Where Ade We In The Bitcoin Journey by Bitcoin Journey,” features Paolo Ardoino, legendary Cypherpunk Adam Back, Jan3 CEO Samson Mow, and Lightning Labs C Bitcoin, including EO Elizabeth Stark and the famous Bitcoin Podcaster Stephan Liveraa Famous figures gathered in the space. . The panelists reflected the evolution of Bitcoin over the past 16 years, discussing its role in the financial system and its growing influence as a global asset. Adambak highlighted Bitcoin’s advantage over gold, describing it as a poised technological advance to replace the outdated monetary system. This discussion addressed the possibility of further adoption of Bitcoin, its impact on financial sovereignty, and the challenges and opportunities for integrating Bitcoin into mainstream finance. The conversation highlighted the continued maturation of Bitcoin and its expansion role in shaping the future of decentralized finance.

“The Rise of Bitcoin-Based Capital Market: Issued STO & RWA on Liquid Network” Panel Presentation

Another great discussion was a panel discussion entitled “The Rise of Bitcoin-Based Capital Markets: Issued STO & RWA on the Liquid Network.” Michelle Crivelli, founder of Nexbridge. Panelists explored the potential for Bitcoin transformation in capital markets, particularly through security token products (STOs) and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, particularly in liquid networks. The discussion highlights how Bitcoin-based financial products can expand access to capital markets and addresses traditional financial restrictions. Gabor Gurbacs highlighted its goal of democratizing capital access, while Michelle Crivelli noted the growing momentum behind tokenized stock products. The conversation highlighted the role of Bitcoin in creating a more comprehensive and efficient financial market through Bitcoin-based solutions.

Paolo Ardoino & Chris Pavlovski’s presentation on Rumble’s commitment to freedom

Paolo Ardoino and Chris Pavlovski gave a presentation on Rumble’s commitment to maintaining freedom of speech and open communication in the digital age. Ardoino emphasized that true freedom includes beyond financial independence, the ability to express oneself without censorship. He framed this as the next major challenge after Bitcoin increased acceptance by traditional institutions. Rumble CEO Pavlovski outlines the platform’s vision to integrate Bitcoin, USDT, and Tether Gold (Xaut) as a conversion mechanism, allowing content creators to receive support directly through decentralized financial tools. did. The discussion highlights the intersection of Bitcoin and digital communication, and emphasizes the importance of protecting open discourse along with financial sovereignty.

Bitfinex VIP Cocktail Party

The Bitfinex VIP Cocktail Party served as the most exclusive afterparty of the planning forum held in El Salvador, bringing together the influential figures of the Bitcoin space to bring evening discussion and networking. The rally, held at Ahora, a contemporary restaurant in the heart of San Salvador, offers a sophisticated environment for thought leaders to exchange ideas about financial freedom and the role of Bitcoin’s growing economy I did. Attendees engaged in lively conversations, reflected on the insights shared during the meeting and enjoyed a hand-picked selection of food and drinks. The event not only served as a social celebration, but also an extension of the forum theme, fostering dialogue on the future of digital asset-based finance in an intimate and dynamic environment.

Bitfinex talks to Livestream

Hosted by Ricardo Martinez and Gustavo Scarpa, Bitfinex talks to Livestream, providing real-time coverage of the Plan Forum, and interviews with key figures in the Bitcoin community for those who cannot participate in in person. Live broadcast from the event, hosts engaged industry leaders, developers and entrepreneurs to discuss the latest advances in Bitcoin and the wider impact of digital assets in financial innovation. Among the most notable interviewees are Paolo Ardoino, John Carvalho, Jesse Knutsen, R0Ckstar Dev, Jameson Lopp, Guillermo Contreras, and Bjorne Schmidtke, each of whom is a BJ. Sharing perspectives on the future of Tocoin and its role It’s there. You can catch a replay here.

Bitfinex booth at the meeting

Our Bitfinex booth is one of the most vibrant and active spots on the Plan Forum, located within the Paso section of the events at Museo de Arte in San Salvador. This Spanish-focused area is a steady participant who is passionate about chatting, distributing exclusive products, and interacting with teams on hand to provide an interactive experience. It attracted the flow. Visitors can take part in contests, raffles and games, win Bitcoin-themed prizes, take innovative generation AI photos, and even add unique and fun elements to the meeting. The booth served as both a community hub and an educational space, fostering conversations about Bitcoin and financial innovation in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere.

Meeting photos