Jan 26th 2024, San Jose Costa Rica - Last week The Bitcoin Freedom Fest took place in Uvita, Costa Rica. At awake famously known by several bitcoiners as the house of the first nostr conference #Nostrica . The Freedom Fest combined the same barefoot peace that characterised the first nostr unconference with a window to look into the actual state of bitcoin adoption in the area.

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Nostrich in the wild that was left behind from #Nostrica

The Bitcoin Freedom Fest held talks from seasoned bitcoiners and from people, that until now, have had little access to any type of technology. Among the attendees were the indigenous Bribri and Boruca tribes, who shared their rich culture, spiritual awakenings, and crafts with us. In turn, they discovered more about the technology that could provide them banking opportunities for the first time.

This type of Bitcoin conference serves a meaningful purpose. It brings together brilliant minds to foster innovation, creating pathways for everyone around the world to access sound money and achieve financial freedom. The Freedom Fest in Costa Rica was a prime example of this, merging technology with cultural exchange in a truly impactful way.

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Around 250 Bitcoiners from all over the world and Costa Rica gathered to celebrate freedom in a venue that embraced all those vibes. But most importantly, it was a venue that reminded me of how all Bitcoiners are different, yet we are all united under one big belief: the option to choose.

There is a lot of Bitcoin development happening in Central America, but honestly, I don’t think any other grassroots approach has had the success of Bitcoin Jungle. Its founders pour their heart and soul into ensuring Costa Ricans and tourists can experience a Bitcoin Standard.

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@NVK and @54qf…vqm2 giving some intro security advices for new bitcoiners.

I also want to give a shoutout to the head conference organizer, Nikki. It was her first time organizing a Bitcoin conference, and she did a magnificent job. Nikki juggled a lot during the past few months and still managed to deliver a quality event with enough side activities for everyone to experience Uvita.

In conclusion, I am so ready for another Bitcoin Freedom Fest. The teachings from this one will have me working on myself for the next 12 months, and I hope to return and reflect on them at the same spot where it all started.

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I am also super proud and humbled that so many people chose my country to establish what I can only call a holistic revolution. I hope more Costa Ricans get to experience it, and I pledge my support to Bitcoin Jungle in order to achieve this.

I hope everyone who attended will leave a comment with their own POV. I can’t wait to hear back from Nikki about when the next Bitcoin Freedom Fest will be held.

And with that I say goodbye!

Stay classy, and pura vida! 🤙

Marce 💜