A significant fireside chat has been scheduled for Bitcoin 2026, featuring Tarek Mansour, the co-founder and CEO of Kalshi. He will engage in conversation with Brandon Green, the CEO of BTC Inc. This event will take place on April 27 at 11:40 AM on the Nakamoto Stage at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas.
Tarek Mansour plays a pivotal role in the evolution of prediction markets as the head of Kalshi, widely recognized as one of the largest federally regulated financial exchanges for event trading. Established in 2018, Kalshi has developed a new financial asset category known as “event contracts,” allowing traders to bet on the likelihood of future events. Mansour brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles as a quantitative trader at Goldman Sachs and Citadel, armed with a robust academic background in Computer Science and Mathematics as well as a Master of Engineering from MIT.
Kalshi’s recent achievements include raising $300 million at a $5 billion valuation, with funding spearheaded by prominent venture capital firms such as Sequoia Capital and Andreessen Horowitz, along with contributions from Coinbase Ventures and Paradigm. The platform’s trading volume has experienced remarkable growth, soaring from $300 million the previous year to an expected $50 billion. Integrating Bitcoin into its infrastructure, Kalshi accepts Bitcoin deposits and aims to bridge the gap between regulated financial markets and the digital asset ecosystem. The company covers a wide array of events, from elections to economic indicators and cultural happenings, providing traders avenues to engage financially with real-world occurrences.
Brandon Green, who has been with BTC Inc. since 2017, has significantly contributed to the expansion of the Bitcoin Conference. He has held various leadership roles and currently serves as CEO. Under his guidance, the Bitcoin Conference franchise has extended its reach internationally, hosting events in cities such as Amsterdam, Hong Kong, and Abu Dhabi.
This fireside chat promises to illuminate how prediction markets are transforming the interaction with information, risk, and actual events, while also exploring the implications of Kalshi’s growth for Bitcoin’s role in regulated financial markets.
Bitcoin 2026 will run from April 27 to 29 at The Venetian in Las Vegas, anticipated to be the year’s largest gathering focused on Bitcoin. The event aims to unite Bitcoin builders, investors, miners, policymakers, technologists, and newcomers from around the globe. It will feature a variety of entry pass types, catering both to those new to Bitcoin and seasoned professionals.
With multiple stages, immersive experiences, technical workshops, and keynote addresses, Bitcoin 2026 is crafted to engage a diverse audience, from first-time attendees to industry veterans. The conference has demonstrated substantial growth over previous years, drawing 11,000 attendees in 2021, 26,000 in 2022, and 15,000 in 2023. In 2024, Nashville hosted 22,000 participants, followed by 35,000 in Las Vegas in 2025.
Attendees can avail themselves of a 10% discount on tickets using the code ‘ARTICLE10’ during checkout. Accommodations at The Venetian also come with reduced rates for conference participants. Additionally, there are volunteer opportunities that grant access to a Pro Pass along with exclusive benefits. Students aged 13 and above can apply for a Student Pass for free general admission.
Bitcoin 2026 is more than a networking event; it represents a critical juncture for individuals serious about the future of finance. Comprising over 500 speakers and encompassing various facets of the Bitcoin ecosystem—from fundamentals to advanced topics—the conference seeks to cater to everyone, providing valuable insights and opportunities for learning, building, investing, and influencing the trajectory of Bitcoin’s evolution.
With distinct pass types, including a General Admission Pass for newcomers and a Whale Pass offering an all-inclusive experience, Bitcoin 2026 has something for everyone. Attendees can expect special access and exclusive offerings, ensuring they make the most of this pivotal event in the cryptocurrency calendar. More speaker announcements are expected in the near future, making this an event not to be missed.
