Mike Selig, Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission and one of the most consequential figures in American crypto regulation, has been officially confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026 — bringing the voice of Washington’s most Bitcoin-forward regulatory agency to the world’s largest Bitcoin conference in Las Vegas.
Confirmed by the U.S. Senate in December 2025 as the 16th Chairman of the CFTC, Selig began his career as a law clerk for then-CFTC Commissioner J. Christopher Giancarlo, before moving into private practice advising financial institutions, trading platforms, and digital asset developers on compliance with securities and commodities laws. He returned to government in 2025 as chief counsel for the SEC’s Crypto Task Force, serving as senior advisor to SEC Chairman Paul Atkins, before taking the helm at the CFTC.
Since taking office, Selig has moved fast. He launched the “Future-Proof” initiative — a sweeping review of existing CFTC regulations, many written for agricultural futures markets, to determine what needs to be rebuilt from the ground up to accommodate blockchain-native markets, digital assets, and AI-driven trading platforms. In late January 2026, he and SEC Chairman Paul Atkins jointly launched Project Crypto, an initiative to harmonize oversight between the two agencies and encourage compliant onshore trading. Throughout, Selig has been explicit about his governing philosophy: sharply criticizing the prior regime’s regulation-by-enforcement approach, and instead arguing for bespoke rulebooks, pathways to registration, and regulatory guidance that meets the industry where it actually operates — globally, transparently, and on-chain.
At a moment when U.S. crypto policy is being written in real time, Selig’s presence at Bitcoin 2026 carries significant weight. His appearance will give attendees a direct, unfiltered look at how the regulatory future of Bitcoin is being shaped — and what it means for the next era of American financial markets.
Bitcoin 2026 Returns to Las Vegas Bigger Than Ever
Bitcoin 2026 will take place April 27–29 at The Venetian, Las Vegas, and is expected to be the biggest Bitcoin event of the year.
Focused on the future of money, Bitcoin 2026 will bring together Bitcoin builders, investors, miners, policymakers, technologists, and newcomers from around the world. The event will feature a wide range of pass types, including general admission passes designed specifically for those new to Bitcoin, alongside premium passes for professionals, enterprises, and institutions.
With multiple stages, immersive experiences, technical workshops, and headline keynotes, Bitcoin 2026 is designed to serve both first-time attendees and long-time Bitcoiners shaping the next era of global adoption.
Past Bitcoin Conferences in the U.S.
Bitcoin’s flagship conference has scaled dramatically over the past five years:
- 2021 – Miami: 11,000 attendees
- 2022 – Miami: 26,000 attendees
- 2023 – Miami: 15,000 attendees
- 2024 – Nashville: 22,000 attendees
- 2025 – Las Vegas: 35,000 attendees
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📍 Location: The Venetian, Las Vegas
📅 Dates: April 27–29, 2026
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Why Attend Bitcoin 2026?
Bitcoin 2026 is the definitive gathering for anyone serious about the future of money. With 500+ speakers, multiple world-class stages, and programming spanning Bitcoin fundamentals, open-source development, enterprise adoption, mining, energy, AI, policy, and culture, the conference brings every corner of the Bitcoin ecosystem together under one roof.
From headline keynotes on the Nakamoto Stage to deep technical sessions for builders, institutional strategy discussions for enterprises, and beginner-friendly Bitcoin 101 education, Bitcoin 2026 is designed for everyone—from first-time attendees to the leaders shaping Bitcoin’s global adoption.
Whether you’re looking to learn, build, invest, network, or influence, Bitcoin 2026 is where Bitcoin’s next chapter is written.
Bitcoin 2026 Pass Types: Something for Everyone
Bitcoin 2026 offers a range of pass options designed to meet the needs of newcomers, professionals, enterprises, and high-net-worth Bitcoiners alike.
🎟️ Bitcoin 2026 General Admission Pass
Ideal for newcomers and those looking to experience the heart of the conference.
- Limited access on Days 2 & 3
- Entry to Main Stage
- Access to Genesis Stage
- Full access to the Expo Hall
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Designed for professionals, operators, and serious Bitcoin participants.
Includes all General Admission features, plus:
- Full 3-day access, including Pro Day
- Entry to the Pro Pass Reception
- Access to Enterprise Hall, Enterprise Stage, and Networking Lounge
- Conference App networking features
- Access to the Bitcoin For Corporations Symposium
- Entry to Compute Village and Energy Stage
- Complimentary lunch, coffee, tea, and snacks
- Dedicated registration and check-in
- Reserved seating at Main Stage
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The all-inclusive, premium Bitcoin 2026 experience.
Includes all Pro Pass features, plus:
- Reserved seating at Main Stage
- All-inclusive gourmet food and beverages
- Entry to Whale Night and Whale Reception
- Access to all official after-parties
- Networking app access to connect with other Whales
- Premium access to The Deep — an exclusive networking lounge with intimate speaker sessions
- Complimentary stay at The Venetian when you bundle your whale pass and hotel (use promo code ‘WHALEHOTEL’ here)
This is the most immersive way to experience Bitcoin 2026.
🎉 Bitcoin 2026 After Hours Pass
Your ticket to the night.
Most deals are done with a drink in your hand. Get exclusive access to 3 official Bitcoin 2026 after-parties across Las Vegas — each with a 2-hour open bar — where the real conversations happen and the best connections are made.
- Access to 3 official Bitcoin 2026 after-parties
- 2-hour open bar at each event
- Evening events across Las Vegas, April 27–29
- Network with Bitcoiners, builders, and industry leaders after hours
More headline speaker announcements are coming soon.
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