Las Vegas Bitcoin Conference Extends Invitation To Roswell, New Mexico Mayor And City Council
The upcoming Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Las Vegas is set to feature a lineup of notable speakers, including political figures like Senator Cynthia Lummis, known for her advocacy of Bitcoin. Other speakers include David Sacks, Trump’s “A.I. and Crypto Czar,” and Bo Hines, the Executive Director of the President’s Council of Advisors for Digital Assets at the White House.
One unexpected twist leading up to the conference is the mysterious $3,000 bitcoin donation that landed in Roswell, New Mexico. This donation has sparked discussions among city council members about establishing a strategic bitcoin reserve, potentially making Roswell the first city in the United States to do so. Roswell, famous for the 1947 “UFO incident,” is no stranger to the unusual, with a thriving tourism industry centered around its extraterrestrial reputation.
As a resident and copy editor at the local newspaper, I have been advocating for the establishment of a bitcoin reserve in Roswell. The donation has been confirmed, and discussions are ongoing about how to manage and custody the reserve. Despite initial skepticism, city councilors are considering the proposal, with some expressing excitement about the potential for Roswell’s future.
In a bid to secure New Mexico’s financial future, State Sen. Anthony Thornton introduced a bill for a statewide bitcoin reserve, highlighting the importance of diversifying assets in a changing financial landscape. With bitcoin’s scarcity and digital mobility, many believe it is a valuable asset for long-term wealth storage.
The unique history and open-mindedness of Roswell residents may give them an advantage in understanding and embracing bitcoin. As interest in bitcoin grows, attendees of the Las Vegas Bitcoin Conference 2025 may find themselves drawn to learn more about the cryptocurrency firsthand.
Disclosure: As a bitcoin holder and former political candidate in Roswell, my views may contain biases related to financial and political matters. The opinions expressed in this post are my own and do not necessarily reflect those of BTC Inc or Bitcoin Magazine.
