PlebLab Startup Day held biannually and coinciding with SXSW, is a major event for Bitcoin innovation and entrepreneurship, enhanced by a collaboration with Bitcoin Commons. It's a vibrant hub for creativity and discussion, featuring the Top Builder competition where leading Bitcoin innovators showcase their projects, fostering collaboration and growth in a dynamic setting. This event is an exceptional chance to engage with Bitcoin's trailblazers.
Announcements
At this event, seize the chance to stay updated and inspired by the latest advancements shaping Bitcoin startups. It's an ideal platform to learn about and utilize the Lightning network, a key technology in Bitcoin innovation.
Speaker Panels
Startup Day offers a chance to learn from experienced Bitcoin entrepreneurs about the evolving Bitcoin market and future trends. Gain essential strategies for funding and expanding your Bitcoin startup, and gather insights from successful Bitcoin startup veterans.
Top Builder
Teams compete and present innovative projects at the Top Builder event during Startup Day. This competition is a highlight, promoting collaboration and creativity among participants.
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This event is a convergence of influential minds and a
platform for major announcements from top Bitcoin
companies. It features 21 notable speakers,
providing an opportunity to delve into diverse insights
and experiences. Experts will share knowledge and
reveal new developments in the Bitcoin and
entrepreneurial sectors. Join us to experience a day
where innovation meets opportunity and discover the
latest breakthroughs in the Bitcoin industry.
From over 21 international teams, we've selected the top 5 finalists for the exciting Final Round of the Top Builder Competition at PlebLab Startup Day.
The event includes discussion panels featuring Founders,
Builders, and Bitcoin Venture Capitalists.
Breakfast & Coffee provided. Catered lunch provided by
Chef Johnny Ochoa
Open Bar & Drinks
PlebLab Kit - T-Shirts, Stickers, Buttons & Goodies
Stick around for Austin BitDevs & After Party
2025 Startup Day Keynote Speaker
Startup Day Speakers
Parker Lewis
Head of Business Development at Zaprite
Dr. Arman Meguerian
Founder and CEO of Timestamp
Marty Bent
Managing Partner at Ten31, TFTC
Nifty Nei
Advisor at Ego Death Capital, Base58
Danny Knowles
Venture Partner, Epoch VC, What Bitcoin Did
Will Cole
Head of Product at Zaprite
John Magill
Founder and CEO of Zaprite
Francisco Chavarria
Co-Founder & CEO of Yopaki
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Co-Founder and CEO of PlebLab
Keyan Kousha
Founder and CEO of Stacker News
Christopher David
CEO of OpenAgents
Adam O'Brien
Founder & CEO of Bitcoin Well
Stephen DeLorme
UX/UI at Voltage, Founder of ATL BitLab
Teresa Martin
COO of PlebLab, Flip Cat Consulting
Christopher Scott
Engineer at PlebLab
Marks
CEO of OpenSecret
Josh Friedeman
Business Development at Slice, Business Bitcoinization
Ben Carman
Engineer at Taproot Wizards, Bitcoin Core Contributor
Brandon Keys
Founder of Green Candle Investments
Michael Atwood
Founder and CEO of Oshi
Jim Carucci
Founder and CEO of CASCDR
Santos Hernandez
VP of Business Intelligence at ZEBEDEE
Austin Kelsay
Developer Relations Engineer at Voltage, Founder of PlebDevs
PlebPoet
Writer, Designer, Poet
Join the Bitcoin Builders, Startups and Founders on March 13th, 2025
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Embrace the energy of Austin, a city leading the charge in Bitcoin innovation. Immerse yourself in its vibrant Bitcoin community, enjoy the legendary BBQ within a stone's throw, and explore why Austin is the beacon for Bitcoin advancements. Our event, set in the lively Bitcoin Commons next door to PlebLab, seamlessly blends stimulating Bitcoin conversations with the unique essence of Texan Bitcoin culture.
PlebLab:
The Anchor of
Bitcoin Innovation
in Austin
PlebLab champions a mission to cultivate a diverse community of developers, hackers, creatives, and open-source enthusiasts. It's a hub where collaboration, skill enhancement, and the realization of groundbreaking ideas converge.
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Bitcoin Commons:
The Heart of Bitcoin
in Austin
Bitcoin Commons is a premier Bitcoin-focused flex space in downtown Austin, Texas. It's the go-to destination for all the major Bitcoin events in the city, embodying the pulse and spirit of Austin's thriving Bitcoin community.
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