Ah, a nice little hop over from where I am. We will likely try to make an appearance.
Not a bad price, either.
Cool. Will talk with my partners and get back to you.
Topic: EUROPEAN BITCOIN CONFERENCE 2011, PRAGUE NOV 25-27 - page 18. (Read 94478 times)
Great!! The dates are penciled down in my agenda book (those words sound weird on such hi tech forum don't they).
Been a busy few days, so much to do. Main focus after organising our admin logistics has been to get speakers
We are trying to get a varied list of speakers from outside the community. We have managed to get our request to wikileaks staff for Julian Assange to appear via video link, fingers crossed on that one.
Rickard Falkvinge has also been contacted and has replied saying he would be honoured to attend but has to work around a prior commitment, no confirmation yet but it sounds good.
We have contacted a representative of the FSA and they have requested more information which is better than no response.
Jgarzik and Andresen of course are on our hitlist so we are making some enquiries about getting them over.
The biggest problem we are having is finding the detractors to come so we can have some kind of debate, ive contacted Ben Laurie but he may have scheduling issues. DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS FOR VERY OUTSPOKEN DETRACTORS?
3 days in and things are looking good, thanks to the positive responses from everyone in the community to date, lots of sponsors onboard, its only 10 Bitcoins so if you have something to sell let us know.
If you are not already following us on twitter please do so and help spread the word @bitgroups
Feedback we have received so far is mainly concerned with unbundling the hotel from the conference, here is our latest thought process and the challenges associated with it:
It increases the logistics of registering at the event
Decreases the numbers of people in the hotels reducing the bargaining power of everyone else
Reduces the amount of money we spend at the hotel and reduces our ability to negotiate on the conference room
If we need to move conference rooms to cater for larger numbers we can provide transport to the new venue from one hotel but not from many.
They are the reasons for not unbundling but we have had enough registrations to consider it. The price without hotel will be 150Euro, if you are adamant you don't want the hotel bundled please vote with your feet and register http://conference.bitgroups.org stating so.
We will announce it in 2 days, so get in and register to let us know what you think.
We've spoken to a few sponsors and media, we have confirmed there will be a live stream of the talks on our site and
Coverage in english, German and Polish.
We agree, it's the perfect time to get a local establishment onboard that will accept bitcoins. This is high on the priorities list, we will have a map
of locations accepting bitcoins around the event. Beer sounds like a great place to start.
+1
Pics coming soon
how does that work, tax rates of 180% ill never understand.
Im also using Gplus to spread the word, if you are on Gplus please add me gplus.to/mitchellbourne and make a comment on a post telling me you belong in the bitcoin circle
Suggestions, suggestions, suggestions, please add them, especially speakers you would want to see.
Thanks
We are trying to get a varied list of speakers from outside the community. We have managed to get our request to wikileaks staff for Julian Assange to appear via video link, fingers crossed on that one.
Rickard Falkvinge has also been contacted and has replied saying he would be honoured to attend but has to work around a prior commitment, no confirmation yet but it sounds good.
We have contacted a representative of the FSA and they have requested more information which is better than no response.
Jgarzik and Andresen of course are on our hitlist so we are making some enquiries about getting them over.
The biggest problem we are having is finding the detractors to come so we can have some kind of debate, ive contacted Ben Laurie but he may have scheduling issues. DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS FOR VERY OUTSPOKEN DETRACTORS?
3 days in and things are looking good, thanks to the positive responses from everyone in the community to date, lots of sponsors onboard, its only 10 Bitcoins so if you have something to sell let us know.
If you are not already following us on twitter please do so and help spread the word @bitgroups
Feedback we have received so far is mainly concerned with unbundling the hotel from the conference, here is our latest thought process and the challenges associated with it:
It increases the logistics of registering at the event
Decreases the numbers of people in the hotels reducing the bargaining power of everyone else
Reduces the amount of money we spend at the hotel and reduces our ability to negotiate on the conference room
If we need to move conference rooms to cater for larger numbers we can provide transport to the new venue from one hotel but not from many.
They are the reasons for not unbundling but we have had enough registrations to consider it. The price without hotel will be 150Euro, if you are adamant you don't want the hotel bundled please vote with your feet and register http://conference.bitgroups.org stating so.
We will announce it in 2 days, so get in and register to let us know what you think.
Very interesting! I'm afraid I'm no fan of international travel but I'll definitely tune in to any live feeds!
We've spoken to a few sponsors and media, we have confirmed there will be a live stream of the talks on our site and
Coverage in english, German and Polish.
Why Prague? Nobody yet mentioned Czech republic as a country of beer.
I think it'd be fun talking some pub owner (preferably a pub with beer from minor breweries) into accepting bitcoins. At least for the duration of the con.
I think it'd be fun talking some pub owner (preferably a pub with beer from minor breweries) into accepting bitcoins. At least for the duration of the con.
We agree, it's the perfect time to get a local establishment onboard that will accept bitcoins. This is high on the priorities list, we will have a map
of locations accepting bitcoins around the event. Beer sounds like a great place to start.
Flights booked 
Prague looks to be a nice little touristy spot to hang around for a few days before the conference too.
Another +1 here for entrance only fee option as I will be arranging my own accommodation.
... Must remember to buy slush a beer!
Prague looks to be a nice little touristy spot to hang around for a few days before the conference too.Another +1 here for entrance only fee option as I will be arranging my own accommodation.
... Must remember to buy slush a beer!
+1
@wordly
Maybe its a good idea to post some pictures from the hall (where its gonna take place) itself?
Maybe its a good idea to post some pictures from the hall (where its gonna take place) itself?
Pics coming soon
$325 + $573 taxes & fees = $898 USD per person
Too bad the taxes and fees are more then the ticket for me!
Too bad the taxes and fees are more then the ticket for me!
how does that work, tax rates of 180% ill never understand.
Im also using Gplus to spread the word, if you are on Gplus please add me gplus.to/mitchellbourne and make a comment on a post telling me you belong in the bitcoin circle
Suggestions, suggestions, suggestions, please add them, especially speakers you would want to see.
Thanks
$325 + $573 taxes & fees = $898 USD per person
Too bad the taxes and fees are more then the ticket for me!
Too bad the taxes and fees are more then the ticket for me!
@wordly
Maybe its a good idea to post some pictures from the hall (where its gonna take place) itself?
Maybe its a good idea to post some pictures from the hall (where its gonna take place) itself?
looks good. will try to attend.
Great - about time to see some international Bitcoin-community events in Europe 
I'm definitely going to be there!
I'm definitely going to be there!
Im wondering if the conference will also be open for mere visitors, come-byers and not just attendees. If so, what's gonna be entrance fee, if any?
Flights booked Prague looks to be a nice little touristy spot to hang around for a few days before the conference too.
Another +1 here for entrance only fee option as I will be arranging my own accommodation.
... Must remember to buy slush a beer!
Prague looks to be a nice little touristy spot to hang around for a few days before the conference too.Another +1 here for entrance only fee option as I will be arranging my own accommodation.
... Must remember to buy slush a beer!
Why Prague? Nobody yet mentioned Czech republic as a country of beer.
I think it'd be fun talking some pub owner (preferably a pub with beer from minor breweries) into accepting bitcoins. At least for the duration of the con.
I think it'd be fun talking some pub owner (preferably a pub with beer from minor breweries) into accepting bitcoins. At least for the duration of the con.
As a Prague resident, I'm supporting this conference and bitcoin.cz is official sponsor of this event. Mitchell Bourne is very professional and I have no doubt he can organize really great event in the heart of Europe 
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Very interesting! I'm afraid I'm no fan of international travel but I'll definitely tune in to any live feeds!
i very like your conference!
note this:
-invite as much new bitcoin services and shops as possible and let them promote theyr product (courses or make a promotion room)
-invite as much media as possible!
-accept tickets for fiat money, that also people can come, who dont know much about Bitcoin
-Organize bublic relations on non Bitcoin-sites and in the non virtual world
-get something absolutely revolutionary; give the people and the media sth exiting!
all in all:
look for promotion: the more non-bitcoin-people hear about it (before or after), the more influence the conference will have
good luck!
note this:
-invite as much new bitcoin services and shops as possible and let them promote theyr product (courses or make a promotion room)
-invite as much media as possible!
-accept tickets for fiat money, that also people can come, who dont know much about Bitcoin
-Organize bublic relations on non Bitcoin-sites and in the non virtual world
-get something absolutely revolutionary; give the people and the media sth exiting!
all in all:
look for promotion: the more non-bitcoin-people hear about it (before or after), the more influence the conference will have
good luck!
Thanks Cloon, taken on board.
There has been some mention of of not bundling the hotel in with the conference package. We have taken this onboard and at this stage we will be offering this to Czech Residents only.
Dealbreaker for me if it remains like this, as I'll be "resident" at a friend's place about 20 minutes' walking distance from the hotel.
Ah well... badge-forging and/or partycrashing may occur
Please register and state your position of whether you are only interested without the hotel so we can get a count on serious attendees.
You can register here: http://conference.bitgroups.org
Thanks for the feedback.
Great idea of this conference! I am definitely IN for this! Plus, its not so far for me
Please, consider setting a lower price, without accommodation, just for entry to the conference, for locals.
Please, consider setting a lower price, without accommodation, just for entry to the conference, for locals.
There has been some mention of of not bundling the hotel in with the conference package. We have taken this onboard and at this stage we will be offering this to Czech Residents only.
Dealbreaker for me if it remains like this, as I'll be "resident" at a friend's place about 20 minutes' walking distance from the hotel.
Ah well... badge-forging and/or partycrashing may occur
Sounds good. Price with hotel is fine but somehow I would rather prefer to stay at a friend's house. Is booking without hotel really limited to locals??? Would be sad but maybe no blocker for me.
Hello!
I am happy to announce that AurumXchange has been asked (and have accepted) to be a sponsor for this conference! I am still unsure if I will be able to travel on those dates, but if unable, we will make sure to send a representative of our company to this event.
Thank you to the organizers for their invitation, and hope to see you all there!
Roberto
I am happy to announce that AurumXchange has been asked (and have accepted) to be a sponsor for this conference! I am still unsure if I will be able to travel on those dates, but if unable, we will make sure to send a representative of our company to this event.
Thank you to the organizers for their invitation, and hope to see you all there!
Roberto
i very like your conference!
note this:
-invite as much new bitcoin services and shops as possible and let them promote theyr product (courses or make a promotion room)
-invite as much media as possible!
-accept tickets for fiat money, that also people can come, who dont know much about Bitcoin
-Organize bublic relations on non Bitcoin-sites and in the non virtual world
-get something absolutely revolutionary; give the people and the media sth exiting!
all in all:
look for promotion: the more non-bitcoin-people hear about it (before or after), the more influence the conference will have
good luck!
note this:
-invite as much new bitcoin services and shops as possible and let them promote theyr product (courses or make a promotion room)
-invite as much media as possible!
-accept tickets for fiat money, that also people can come, who dont know much about Bitcoin
-Organize bublic relations on non Bitcoin-sites and in the non virtual world
-get something absolutely revolutionary; give the people and the media sth exiting!
all in all:
look for promotion: the more non-bitcoin-people hear about it (before or after), the more influence the conference will have
good luck!
It's very nice to hear some positive feedback from the community, will try and reply to all the constructive criticism, suggestions and feedback every day.
There has been some mention of of not bundling the hotel in with the conference package. We have taken this onboard and at this stage we will be offering this to Czech Residents only.
There are some reasons behind this due to logistics in regards to distribution of welcome packs, possibility of moving the conference location to cater for larger numbers and revenue needed to
make the conference work.
Putting on a great conference is first priority we will then try and please as many people as possible.
Thanks for the feedback BlockHash, If anyone has a groundbreaking announcement please get in touch.
I've had some discussion about things in the works and I'm sure there will be a lot to showcase in November.
We like this idea a lot, if anyone wants to suggest likely candidates for us to get in touch with please do.
Hi Meni, will add this to our to do list.
Thanks for the feedback.
Submissions are open for talks, please email or PM
Here is our policy:
We are looking for new technologies, concepts in bitcoin that the community and those outside will find interesting. We are going to stay away from advertisements, or people just discussing their business in the talks section. If you have something that you think fits this format please submit your idea for a talk.
But getting back on topic:
I suggest, if it hasn't been already.
Thanks.
Thanks for the suggestions, first 2 points are a given, the 3rd is added to our suggestions list.
I did email Mitch. It is important for the bitcoin economy to have all payments made in bitcoins for this event. If not now, when??
An attendee goes on the exchange and buys bitcoins. Those get paid to the conference, the conference sells them back into circulation on the exchange, for the next person to buy them. The conference then has Euros to pay the hotel and the necessary expenses.
If you've been waiting for more trading volume in BTC/EUR, this is your chance to make it happen!
PM coming soon, we will be accepting bitcoin as payment.
If anyone has suggestions on the conference we are very flexible this early on. As we move further down the track we will not be able to take on as many suggestions so if you have something to add please get in early.
Mitch
There has been some mention of of not bundling the hotel in with the conference package. We have taken this onboard and at this stage we will be offering this to Czech Residents only.
There are some reasons behind this due to logistics in regards to distribution of welcome packs, possibility of moving the conference location to cater for larger numbers and revenue needed to
make the conference work.
Putting on a great conference is first priority we will then try and please as many people as possible.
Mitch is doing things the right way and I'm impressed with how he and his team are going about it this - completely professionally and above board. None of the crazy antics and over blown hype here, these guys know what they are doing. If I can get away for that weekend, I will most certainly be there.
THIS is the conference that will actually have some groundbreaking announcements and real work being done to better our community and the acceptance of BTC in the mainstream.
THIS is the conference that will actually have some groundbreaking announcements and real work being done to better our community and the acceptance of BTC in the mainstream.
Thanks for the feedback BlockHash, If anyone has a groundbreaking announcement please get in touch.
I've had some discussion about things in the works and I'm sure there will be a lot to showcase in November.
Hey Mitch:
Here's a suggestion for the conference. Find Bitcoin detractors and let them debate the issues with members of the Bitcoin community. Find an economist who thinks Bitcoin is a pyramid scheme, give him a platform to expose his ideas, then have him debate them in the open with someone from the Bitcoin camp. Find a tech guy who thinks he may have detected a problem with the code and let him debate Gavin or Jeff. Find someone who believes the current monetary system is just fine, and that centralisation is crucial to a currency... you get the gist.
We need to open this discussion a bit. The rest of the world sees Bitcoin as a hobby, largely because the Bitcoin community is closed and has a definite proselytising slant to it. A sophisticated, high level argument will only benefit us in the end.
Cheers,
Here's a suggestion for the conference. Find Bitcoin detractors and let them debate the issues with members of the Bitcoin community. Find an economist who thinks Bitcoin is a pyramid scheme, give him a platform to expose his ideas, then have him debate them in the open with someone from the Bitcoin camp. Find a tech guy who thinks he may have detected a problem with the code and let him debate Gavin or Jeff. Find someone who believes the current monetary system is just fine, and that centralisation is crucial to a currency... you get the gist.
We need to open this discussion a bit. The rest of the world sees Bitcoin as a hobby, largely because the Bitcoin community is closed and has a definite proselytising slant to it. A sophisticated, high level argument will only benefit us in the end.
Cheers,
We like this idea a lot, if anyone wants to suggest likely candidates for us to get in touch with please do.
I, aka Bitcoil, will be attending the event as a sponsor.
They NYC conference was very interesting, but we need a much better organized conference. I'm confident in Mitchell's ability to run this professionally and successfully.
Mitchell, there should be an official attendance list to which people can optionally add their real name and/or forum/IRC nickname. It should also be possible for people who haven't yet paid to be able to add themselves with an "unconfirmed" status. In addition to a list of names, the total number of people, including those who wished not to reveal their identity, should be displayed.
They NYC conference was very interesting, but we need a much better organized conference. I'm confident in Mitchell's ability to run this professionally and successfully.
Mitchell, there should be an official attendance list to which people can optionally add their real name and/or forum/IRC nickname. It should also be possible for people who haven't yet paid to be able to add themselves with an "unconfirmed" status. In addition to a list of names, the total number of people, including those who wished not to reveal their identity, should be displayed.
Hi Meni, will add this to our to do list.
Thanks for the feedback.
Great idea! Will try to attend if possible. Could even consider to present something about my mining experiences, if there is any interest. Not that I am big on public speaking, but hey, there is always the first time.
Submissions are open for talks, please email or PM
Here is our policy:
We are looking for new technologies, concepts in bitcoin that the community and those outside will find interesting. We are going to stay away from advertisements, or people just discussing their business in the talks section. If you have something that you think fits this format please submit your idea for a talk.
But getting back on topic:
I suggest, if it hasn't been already.
- Video the event, or the major talks. Live streaming and for video to be viewed later.
- Check your equipment and have backups, especially the sound equipment.
- Have one or more microphones in the audience so we can hear the questions and not just the answers.
Thanks.
Thanks for the suggestions, first 2 points are a given, the 3rd is added to our suggestions list.
But, the price... the organizers will accept payment in Bitcoin, right?
I did email Mitch. It is important for the bitcoin economy to have all payments made in bitcoins for this event. If not now, when??
An attendee goes on the exchange and buys bitcoins. Those get paid to the conference, the conference sells them back into circulation on the exchange, for the next person to buy them. The conference then has Euros to pay the hotel and the necessary expenses.
If you've been waiting for more trading volume in BTC/EUR, this is your chance to make it happen!
PM coming soon, we will be accepting bitcoin as payment.
If anyone has suggestions on the conference we are very flexible this early on. As we move further down the track we will not be able to take on as many suggestions so if you have something to add please get in early.
Mitch
when paid in fiat it is often easier to write off taxes
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