Key Takeaways
El Salvador’s Bitcoin Histórico puts crypto on the state stage, on the back of Indonesia joining the push and BTC topping $109k. Could this dual momentum reshape how nations approach monetary sovereignty?
El Salvador is preparing to host Bitcoin Histórico, the world’s first state-backed Bitcoin conference, on 12–13 November at the Centro Histórico in San Salvador.
El Salvador’s Bitcoin conference
The country’s National Bitcoin Office (ONBTC) is organizing the event to showcase El Salvador’s efforts to establish itself as a pioneer in digital currency adoption.
Since recognizing Bitcoin [BTC] as legal tender in 2021, El Salvador has promoted the cryptocurrency. Not only as a financial tool, but also as a symbol of economic sovereignty, cultural revival, and global leadership in the digital age.
In fact, organizers are framing the event as a national showcase,
“Bitcoin Histórico celebrates financial freedom in the heart of San Salvador, itself the living example of the liberation of the people of El Salvador. Participate in two days of immersive activities across the landmarks of our capital.”
Who are the speakers gracing the event?
Bitcoin Histórico will feature some of the most influential voices in the crypto space.
Confirmed speakers include Mexican billionaire and entrepreneur Ricardo Salinas, author and economist Jeff Booth, longtime Bitcoin advocates Max Keiser and Stacy Herbert, and Lightning Network developer Jack Mallers.
Other notable industry figures, such as Pierre Rochard, Jimmy Song, Darin Feinstein, and Lina Seiche, will also join the event.
Remarking on the same, the Bitcoin Office added,
“This isn’t just a conference. This is a testament to an extraordinary moment in history.”
Community weighs in..
As expected, Crypto Twitter echoed the excitement in the community. X user Raffael wrote,
“This summit is a pivotal moment for Bitcoin and the future of finance. Exciting times ahead!”
Shanaka Anslem Perera also claimed that this moment will be remembered in history books.
Source: Shanaka Anslem Perera/X
Bitcoin on the global stage
El Salvador isn’t the only country in contention though. In fact, Indonesia has scheduled its own Bitcoin Conference 2025 for Bali.
As El Salvador showcased monetary sovereignty from its National Palace, Indonesia pursued digital-finance innovation, guided by regulators and community hubs.
Meanwhile, on the price charts, Bitcoin steadily climbed past $109,000, driven by warnings from Robert Kiyosaki and Max Keiser about a looming Western economic downturn.
