Gerardo Linares
Gerardo is a proud Salvadorian who co-founded Bitcoin Berlín in 2023. Together with Evelyn Lemus he turned the mountain city of Berlín in El Salvador into a Bitcoin hotspot with over 100 merchants accepting Bitcoin which even attracted dozens of foreign Bitcoiners to settle in Berlín.
Sessions
05-25
11:15
20min
From fear to hope
Gerardo Linares, Evelyn Lemus
Once known for its challenges, such as gang violence and economic struggles, Evelyn and Gerardo will discuss how El Salvador's rebirth and adoption of Bitcoin are bringing about positive change and contributing to a brighter future for the country
Main stage
05-25
14:10
40min
Panel: Setting up a circular bitcoin economy
Gerardo Linares, Hermann Buhr Vivier
Is setting up a bitcoin economy in Italy the same as in El Salvador? What are the differences and similarities in each region. What are the best practices?
Arnhem stage