400+ speakers at Bitcoin 2025 Conference backed crypto freedom and innovation.
Ross Ulbricht, JD Vance, and Trump pushed Bitcoin as economic liberty.
Lummis urged fair crypto rules, backed Bitcoin as debt hedge.
On May 29 the Bitcoin 2025 Conference ended its three-day run in Las Vegas by bringing together discussions about freedom and financial innovation alongside the future of digital assets. More than 400 speakers and thousands of crypto participants from different parts of the world attended the conference.
Key Leaders Advocate for Bitcoin’s Role in Financial Freedom
Former Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht delivered a powerful message following his recent pardon. Making his first public appearance, he underscored Bitcoin's importance in advancing decentralization and personal liberty. Ulbricht reflected on his time in prison and stressed that freedom remains a core value for the crypto community. His presence received strong support from attendees.
Vice President JD Vance delivered a pro-Bitcoin speech calling the asset a defense mechanism against excessive surveillance and flawed economic policies. Vance stated that Bitcoin serves as a symbol of economic liberty and insisted that stablecoins should not be viewed as a threat to the dollar. He outlined that the administration seeks to position the United States at the forefront of digital finance.
Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. echoed similar sentiments during their panel. They discussed the current administration’s stance on fostering crypto adoption and eliminating institutional inefficiencies. Eric Trump shared how Michael Saylor's influence inspired a significant Bitcoin purchase, reinforcing their belief in long-term digital asset strategies.
Michael Saylor and Jack Mallers Outline Bitcoin-Driven Growth
MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor presented a framework titled “21 Ways to Wealth.” He emphasized that Bitcoin should be seen as the foundation for personal and economic growth. According to Saylor, Bitcoin serves as a direct path toward sovereignty, abundance and stability in an increasingly uncertain financial environment.
Saylor also addressed speculation around MicroStrategy transforming into a bank. He confirmed that the company does not intend to pursue that route. Instead, he highlighted a focus on Bitcoin-backed equities and credit-based offerings to support broader digital asset growth.
Strike CEO Jack Mallers criticized traditional currency systems and identified Bitcoin as a global financial solution. He stressed the need for users to protect their assets, time and effort through decentralized means. Mallers also introduced a Bitcoin-backed loan system, offering interest rates between 9 and 13%, targeting loans ranging from $10,000 to $1 billion.
Call for Regulation and Support from Lawmakers
Senator Cynthia Lummis, a consistent supporter of Bitcoin legislation, led a panel on U.S. regulatory progress. She detailed the ongoing developments surrounding the Genius Act and the proposal to create a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. Lummis insisted on equal treatment for crypto businesses without imposing unfair regulatory burdens.
She explained how Bitcoin could serve as a long-term hedge against national debt and currency debasement. Her comments reflected growing support among lawmakers for clearer regulatory frameworks to ensure the industry’s stability and integrity.
