Bitcoin 2026 Conference Announces Afroman as Keynote Speaker

Afroman Confirmed to Speak at Bitcoin 2026 Following Landmark Victory in Free Speech Battle

Nashville, Tennessee — March 30, 2026: The Bitcoin Conference today announced that legendary rapper, cultural pioneer, and free speech advocate Afroman will attend Bitcoin 2026, taking place April 27–29 at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas.

Afroman rose to global fame with his 2001 hit “Because I Got High,” but over the past three years, he has waged a legal battle extending far beyond music. In 2022, after law enforcement officers searched his home without success, Afroman responded by releasing music composed from surveillance footage. This sparked a defamation lawsuit filed by seven officers seeking nearly $4 million in damages. Earlier this month, a jury ruled in Afroman’s favor. Standing outside the courthouse, he declared: “This isn’t my victory—it’s America’s.”This journey closely mirrors Bitcoin’s core ethos.

Bitcoin has become a platform for individuals to resist overreach and assert sovereignty—both financial and expressive. Afroman’s recent legal fight, waged through music and memes to challenge authority, resonates deeply with the Bitcoin community’s shared values of transparency and individual sovereignty.

Brandon Green, CEO of BTC Inc., stated: “Bitcoin is not just about money—it’s about defending freedom. We’re honored to stand alongside those who dare to resist.”

Afroman’s participation at Bitcoin 2026 extends beyond the stage. The American-flag suit he wore throughout his legal battle will be displayed in the “Relics of a Revolution” art exhibition at the conference—an exploration of artistic expression as resistance against institutional power. The suit is currently being auctioned on Scarce.city (link). The full auction catalog is available at: https://shop.museum.b.tc/.

Bitcoin 2026 will bring together more than 30,000 attendees and over 500 speakers from around the world. For more information, visit 2026.b.tc.

About The Bitcoin Conference

The Bitcoin Conference is organized by BTC Inc., a subsidiary of Nakamoto Inc. (NASDAQ: NAKA), and is the world’s most influential series of events—featuring renowned industry speakers, workshops, exhibitions, and entertainment. It serves as a critical gathering point for Bitcoin leaders, developers, investors, and enthusiasts to connect, collaborate, and exchange ideas. In 2025, the Bitcoin Conference series welcomed approximately 67,000 attendees across the U.S., Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Bitcoin 2026 will take place in Las Vegas, April 27–29. The global series continues with: Bitcoin Hong Kong (August 27–28, 2026), Bitcoin Amsterdam (November 5–6, 2026), and Bitcoin MENA in Abu Dhabi (December 2026).