From fear to hope
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
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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.
Born and raised in El Salvador, Evelyn always wanted to be a part of something meaningful, something that would make a great impact in her country; Together with Gerardo R. Linares she she 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.