Summary
- Bitcoin’s drop below $100,000 did not dampen spirits at a Florida crypto conference.
- Attendees viewed this as a sign of an evolving industry.
- Participants were enthusiastic about networking opportunities.
Many participants at a crypto conference in South Florida were keen to engage with the industry amidst marketing strategies and the local nightlife, despite Bitcoin’s recent dip to $100,000 not being a major concern.
At the Seminole Hardrock in Davie, several attendees shared with Decrypt that they were focused on enjoying the event rather than monitoring Bitcoin’s price, which is close to a five-month low.
The Blockchain Futurist Conference drew both high-profile figures, such as Eric Trump, and industry veterans like Betty Sharples from Truflation, showcasing a mix of established and emerging voices in crypto.
Sharples mentioned her goal was to highlight Truflation’s real-time inflation data while also assessing trends like prediction markets. She noted past volatility often led to ‘depressed’ conferences.
Although Bitcoin’s value last year was considerably higher at $69,000, some attendees felt discussing prices at a conference was distasteful. “That’s what poor people do,” said Loudmouth, a networking expert.
While some attendees focused on networking to promote their initiatives, others, like Frank Grimes from the Interlink project, emphasized the importance of easing into conversations over drinks, noting a laid-back vibe around the conference.
