NiceHash to Host Bitcoin-focused Conference in Maribor, aiming to Establish Slovenia as a Major European Crypto Hub

NiceHash is looking forward to hosting a pioneer Bitcoin-themed event that will see Slovenia as a country being appreciated and fronted as a crypto hub in Europe.

NiceHash, the world’s leading hashrate marketplace, is set to make Maribor, Slovenia, a central meeting point for Bitcoin enthusiasts together with industry experts this November as it hosts the city’s first-ever Bitcoin conference, NiceHashX.

The event is aimed to showcase Slovenia’s role in European Bitcoin adoption while still marking a milestone for NiceHash as it celebrates its 10th anniversary. Scheduled to take place on the 8th and 9th of November, the event will be fronted as the “Bitcoin Conference on the Sunny Side of the Alps,” targeting to strengthen Slovenia’s reputation as a crypto-forward nation.

Since its establishment in 2014 by two Slovenian students, NiceHash has been on an upward trajectory which has seen it grow to become a global leader in the crypto mining sphere, boasting the world’s largest hashrate market.

In light of growth and evolution, Vladimir Hozjan, CEO of NiceHash expressed his excitement about the significance of the event saying, “We are delighted to welcome the world to discover how Slovenia is leading the way in European Bitcoin adoption.” He also added, “With 10 years of experience in this industry, we have witnessed phenomenal growth in the interest of using Bitcoin, here in Maribor and around the country. Join us as we celebrate, and witness Bitcoin in its purest form, used by everyday people, alongside some of the brightest speakers in the industry.”

In addition, the event is on a course to see a diverse group of high-profile speakers such as Saifedean Ammous, author of The Bitcoin Standard; former Cointelegraph journalist Joe Hall (Nakamoto); BTC Prague conference head Martin Kuchař; Pierre Corbin, Co-founder of Bitcoin FilmFest; and CASA CTO Jameson Lopp. By having such a lineup, these experts are on a mission to explore key topics such as Bitcoin adoption trends in Europe, the regulatory landscape, the environmental impact of crypto mining, and the evolving role of exchanges.

In a bid to highlight Slovenia’s active crypto community, the conference will feature a dedicated stage that will put businesses in the city that accept Bitcoin in the spotlight as there are thousands of them, ranging from restaurants, hotels, cafes, and even supermarkets among others. Also, NiceHash will introduce a new BTC payment solution with local merchants, one that will be available for visitors to have a first-hand experience at the event and in various Maribor establishments in and around the city. 

Furthermore, attendees of the event which will be held in the scenic city of Maribor, situated at the base of the Pohorje Mountains and surrounded by lush vineyards, can anticipate a dynamic experience as there will be an expansive expo area with three main stages as well as side events including a VIP dinner, after-party, and a live music performance.

Slovenia, though often overlooked on the European tech map, boasts a high Bitcoin adoption rate and ranks just behind Switzerland for the number of blockchain startups. In Ljubljana, BTC City serves as a Bitcoin-centric district, and the city also honors Bitcoin’s mysterious creator with a Satoshi monument. Taking this into consideration, Slovenia’s crypto user base is projected to reach nearly 20% of the population by 2028, positioning the country as a force to reckon with when it comes to its rising role in the blockchain and crypto innovation in Europe.

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