FAQ
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General informations
When and where does the event take place ?
The conference will take place from August 28th to 30th, 2024 at the Casino Municipal of Biarritz (1 avenue Edouard VII, 64200 BIARRITZ).
The Networking Night-VIB event will take place in KANBAR cidrerie (2 rue de la poste, 64200 Biarritz)
What time do the doors open ?
- From 2.p.m on Wednesday August 28 for the half-day for beginners and curious about cryptos.
- From 1.p.m on Thursday, August 29, for the conference starting at 2.p.m.
- Between 8:15a.m and 8:30a.m on Friday August 30, with the conference starting at 09am.
You can pick up your wristband on D-Day or from August 28 between 2.p.m and 8.p.m at the entrance to the Casino de Biarritz.
For access to Networking Night-VIB, only for FULL ACCESS & NETWORKING NIGHT PASS : Wristband or Ticket to be presented at the KANBAR reception desk (2 rue de la poste, 64200 Biarritz)
Can I collect my badge in advance to avoid waiting at the entrance ?
Who can attend the conference ?
What’s Surfin' Bitcoin ?
What are the Surfin’ Bitcoin’s goals ?
- Promote exchanges and meetings between players in the Bitcoin ecosystem and industry professionals
- Provide precise and valuable information on technological developments and innovations in the field of Bitcoin, the Lightning Network and its ecosystem
- Allow participants to deepen their understanding of the economy, geopolitics and regulation of the sector
- Bring contradiction and debate on topics that are directly and indirectly related to Bitcoin
- Promote Bitcoin adoption in businesses and public institutions.
What’s the conference program ?
August 28 – Conference for beginners (From 2.p.m, free with registration access only) Register here
Is there a free open day this year ?
Ticketing
How to buy tickets for the conference ?
Are there reduced rates for students or groups ?
You can fill it the form here and we’ll get back to you with an answer.
How do I get an invoice for my ticket purchase ?
Can I sell my ticket to someone else ?
Is there a refund in case of cancellation ?
What’s the privacy policy ?
The organiser collects certain personal data from participants when they order in order to process their order and issue them with a ticket. Respect for privacy is important, and data will never be transferred or sold to a third party.
Accommodation and logistics
How to book accommodation for the length of the conference ?
Hotels, B&Bs, Tourist Residences or Campsites, choose the accommodation that suits you best for your vacations in Biarritz: https://tourisme.biarritz.fr/fr/dormir
This year, the Surfin’ Bitcoin team is offering you three partnerships with exclusive prices ranging from 10 to 20% off:
– L’Akena Hôtel (By phone or email, quoting the promo code : CONFÉRENCE SURFIN’BITCOIN)
– Le Grand Tonic Hôtel (By phone or email, quoting the promo code: SURFIN24)
– Le Radisson Blu Hôtel (By phone or email, quoting the promo code: BITCOIN)
For further information, please contact us by email at contact@surfinbitcoin.com
How to get to the event ?
TRAIN : With a TGV station and a dense TER network, Biarritz is quickly accessible by train. 2h from Bordeaux, 1h from Pau, 2h30 from Toulouse and 4h from Paris Montparnasse. Information at Biarritz station located 5km from the city center and on https://www.sncf-connect.com
PLANE : An international airport in Biarritz and two airports less than 1h15 from Biarritz ; Pau airport at 1h15 and San Sebastian at 30min. Located 5 km from the center of the city, it connects Biarritz to 14 direct destinations. Transport Agglomeration network Txik Txak https://www.txiktxak.fr/provides shuttles between the airport and the city center of Biarritz.
BUS : Regular bus line: SNCF station La Négresse Biarritz / City center line Txik Txak Tel: (+33)5 59 24 26 53
BY CAR : Biarritz is served by the A63 and A64 motorways (exit 4) From: Paris (789 km) / Lyon (735 km) / Marseille (708 km) / Bordeaux (187 km) / Clermont-Ferrand (555 km) / Lyon (735 km) / Montpellier (534 km) / Nantes (512 km) / Pau (115 km) / Toulouse (350 km) / Spain (25 km) / Bilbao (160 km) / Madrid (550 km)
Is there on-site parking ?
What services are available on site (Catering, cloakroom, etc.) ?
- A free cloakroom at the entrance of the Casino available from the hostesses
- A catering service (Lunch Buffet) between 12:30.p.m and 2.p.m included on Friday 30th
- A refreshment bar offered for breaks (coffee, tea, water, juice) available
- Two bars (beers, wines, others alcohols, sodas) (payable in BTC also)
- A shop around Bitcoin (payable in BTC also)
- Our volunteers (identifiable by their T-shirts) are at your disposal to assist you if necessary
- Several toilets indicated by signage
- The Casino de Biarritz is accessible for people with reduced mobility (Information from the hostesses upon arrival on site)
Content of the conference
What are the topics covered during the conference ?
- Wednesday afternoon is specially designed for beginners. This half-day is ideal for those seeking to understand and discover Bitcoin. The program will include a screening followed by a discussion of the documentary “Cryptomonnaies : Mon incroyable odyssée”, which presents in a captivating and accessible way this universe often considered complex and elitist. The event will continue with a round table dedicated to demystifying and clearly distinguishing Bitcoin from other cryptos. This will be followed by a talk by Yorick de Mombynes, magistrate at the Cour des Comptes, who will introduce the basics of Bitcoin, and a Keynote by Jonathan Herscovici on the theme of “Own your keys, own your wealth”.
- Thursday’s session is aimed at industry professionals. This session will delve into the regulatory and financial aspects of Bitcoin. Detailed discussions on the impact of Bitcoin ETFs, emerging regulations and the challenges of digital asset custody will take center stage. The day aims to inform professionals about the latest market trends and the outlook for the next few years.
- Friday is designed to explore the technical aspects of Bitcoin (morning time) and its economic implications (afternoon time), targeting enthusiasts, industry professionals and developers. Discussions will cover the latest technological innovations, new developments in mining, and the economic and social impacts of Bitcoin. This full day promises to stimulate in-depth reflection and offer enriching perspectives for all participants involved in the Bitcoin field, thanks in particular to talks by Francis Pouliot, CEO of Bull Bitcoin, who will be taking part in Surfin’ Bitcoin for the first time.
What’s Networking Night ?
The event will be held at the KANBAR cider house in the heart of Biarritz. It’s a great opportunity to make new contacts while enjoying a traditional dinner menu featuring Txulet (prime rib), cider and many other local products !