Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and FBI Director Kash Patel will attend the Bitcoin Summit 2026, delivering speeches on developer rights and federal policy.

Nashville, Tennessee, USA, April 22, 2026 – The world's premier Bitcoin conference, "The Bitcoin Conference 2026," announced today that Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and FBI Director Kash Patel will join the event's top-tier speaker lineup. The conference will take place from April 27 to 29, 2026, at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas.

Acting Attorney General Blanche and Director Patel will participate as guests of the "Code & Country 2026" forum. This forum, serving as the conference's flagship policy event, is scheduled to open on April 27 at 10:30 AM and is open to all Pro Pass and Whale Pass holders. The forum aims to facilitate direct dialogue between Bitcoin developers and U.S. policymakers—without any intermediaries—on legislative and regulatory issues impacting technology, civil liberties, and digital assets.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and Director Patel will take part in a fireside chat moderated by Paul Grewal. The "Code & Country 2026" forum boasts a powerful lineup of distinguished policymakers and regulators, including: U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), the key architect of landmark Bitcoin legislation in Congress; SEC Chairman Paul Atkins; CFTC Chairman Mike Selig; and Patrick Witt, Executive Director of the White House's Presidential Digital Asset Advisory Council. The conference's full speaker roster also includes: Strategy Founder and Executive Chairman Michael Saylor; BlackRock's Head of Digital Assets Robert Mitchnick; Custodia Bank Founder and CEO Caitlin Long; Maelstrom Chief Investment Officer Arthur Hayes; and Czech National Bank Governor Aleš Michl.

Director Patel's fireside chat, titled "Code is Free Speech: Ending the War on Bitcoin," is expected to be one of the most anticipated sessions of the forum, offering attendees a rare opportunity for a candid dialogue with the nation's top federal law enforcement official on the intersection of open-source software, civil liberties, and digital assets.

This announcement marks a historic moment for the Bitcoin community, reflecting the highest levels of government attention on the role Bitcoin plays in the future of finance and free speech. The "Code & Country 2026" forum comes at a critical juncture—during a U.S. election year, when congressional agendas, committee priorities, and regulatory frameworks are actively being shaped.

"We are deeply honored to welcome Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and FBI Director Kash Patel to The Bitcoin Conference 2026. Their remarks will undoubtedly provide profound insights into the evolving direction of federal policy concerning Bitcoin development, free speech, and the ability to build quality products that people want in America. Alongside Senators Lummis and Moreno, and Representatives Nunn, Lawler, Miller-Meeks, Begich, and other policy guests, this forum has the potential to be the most influential policy summit in Bitcoin's history."

— Brandon Green, CEO of BTC Inc. and Host of The Bitcoin Conference 2026

"Code & Country" was formally established as a branded forum segment in 2025, with its previous agenda featuring several high-ranking U.S. officials, including Vice President J.D. Vance, White House AI and Crypto Czar David Sacks, House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, and SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce. The 2026 edition builds upon this foundation, focusing specifically on energy infrastructure, stablecoin regulation, and civil liberties in the digital age.

Director Patel's attendance comes at a time of heightened community interest in open-source software rights and the legal treatment of Bitcoin developers. His fireside chat is expected to provide crucial signals regarding the federal government's future stance towards the Bitcoin development community. More speakers and event details will be announced in the lead-up to the conference.

About The Bitcoin Conference

The Bitcoin Conference is hosted by BTC Inc. (a subsidiary of Nakamoto Inc., Nasdaq: NAKA). It is the world's premier event series, featuring renowned industry speakers, specialized workshops, exhibitions, and entertainment experiences. It serves as the core platform for Bitcoin industry leaders, developers, investors, and enthusiasts to gather, network, and exchange ideas. In 2025, The Bitcoin Conference's events across the US, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East attracted approximately 67,000 participants.

The Bitcoin Conference (Bitcoin 2026) will be held in Las Vegas from April 27 to 29. The international tour will then continue with: Bitcoin Hong Kong (August 27-28, 2026), Bitcoin Amsterdam (November 5-6, 2026), and Bitcoin MENA in Abu Dhabi in December.