El Salvador, the first nation to adopt bitcoin as legal tender, is set to make history once again by hosting Bitcoin Histórico—the world’s first government-backed Bitcoin conference—on November 12-13, 2025.
The event will transform San Salvador’s Centro Histórico into a festival celebrating finance, culture, and technology.
Immersive citywide festival
Unlike traditional conferences, Bitcoin Histórico will utilize key landmarks such as the National Palace, National Library (BINAES), and National Theater.
Live speeches will be broadcast on LED screens across public squares, creating an immersive experience that links bitcoin, national identity, and culture.
Organizers emphasize the unique scope of the event, with the National Bitcoin Office stating:
“This isn’t just a conference. This is a testament to an extraordinary moment in history.”
Renowned speakers and agenda
The conference boasts a high-profile lineup, including Ricardo Salinas, Jeff Booth, Jack Mallers, Max Keiser, Stacy Herbert, Pierre Rochard, Jimmy Song, Darin Feinstein, and Lina Seiche.
Panels will cover bitcoin’s influence on financial freedom, cultural rebirth, infrastructure, energy, and financial inclusion.
Early bird tickets are available only in bitcoin, while fiat payment options will open later in the year.
Policy backdrop and bitcoin reserves
This landmark event comes amid sweeping political changes.
A recent constitutional reform enables President Nayib Bukele to seek indefinite re-election, consolidating his role as a prominent bitcoin advocate.
The government currently holds over 6,200 BTC in reserves and recently moved its holdings to 14 separate wallets for enhanced security.
To increase transparency, El Salvador has launched a public dashboard for real-time tracking of its national bitcoin treasury.
Geopolitical ambitions
Analysts view Bitcoin Histórico as more than a national event.
El Salvador aims to position itself as a model for institutional investors and other countries considering bitcoin adoption, leveraging the conference as a geopolitical catalyst.
