BEUK Meetup Breakdown #14 🗞️

Bitcoin meetups for the UK and Ireland for 2nd - 8th of September 2024.

Sep 01, 2024

“Reality cannot be ignored except at a price; and the longer the ignorance is persisted in, the higher and more terrible becomes the price that must be paid.” — Aldous Huxley

It’s a simple choice folks: Bitcoin or Slavery.

To help move this peaceful revolution forward, I encourage you to connect with fellow Bitcoiners, attend meetups, build relationships, onboard businesses, and create a better life for you and your family outside the fiat slave system.

This newsletter aims to help you in that mission, to serve as your weekly guide to what’s happening and where to go in the UK to find your Bitcoin/freedom-loving brothers and sisters.

I hope it helps, welcome to all the new subscribers, let’s dive in.

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Upcoming Bitcoin Meetups

Happening this week…

Lincolnshire Bitcoin: Lincolnshire Bitcoin meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 PM in the Treaty of Commerce, Lincoln. Open to all, from OG’s to newcomers. This month is on Tuesday the 3rd. 🍺
Belfast Bitcoin: Also on Tuesday the 3rd of September, Belfast Bitcoin will be at Ormeau Baths Event Space, 18 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, BT2 8HS, Northern Ireland, at 8 PM. 🍺
Bitcoinology: On Wednesday the 4th of September Bitcoinology will be at 9 Northington Street, London (Cyphermunk House) where Nick will be presenting a brand new project that he has been working on, creating a completely open source, fully programmable NFC card/hardware wallet with open source firmware! Join them at 6:30 PM.
The Northamptonshire Bitcoin Network: After a summer break, the Northants meetup is back with a gathering at the Queen Adelaide, NN2 6QJ on Thursday the 5th of September, at 7:30 PM. 🍺
Bitcoin Walk - Edinburgh: Every Saturday they walk around Arthur’s Seat in this historic city. Join them at 12 pm to chat about all things Bitcoin and keep fit. 🚶🏻🚶🏻‍♀️
Kent Bitcoin: A relaxed lunchtime social at The Compasses 45 Little Mount Sion, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1YP on Sunday the 8th of September, 12:00 - 14:00. 🍻

Upcoming Special Events

These events aren’t happening next week, but they’re important to add to your calendar now as tickets are going fast.

CBDC’s - The Silent Attack on British Democracy?: The Bank of England is pushing forward with a central bank digital currency (CBDC). But is this really in the public’s interest, or is it just another way for the government to tighten its control? The Legatum Institute is hosting a discussion on the potential dangers of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) for British democracy on Wednesday 11th September. Are these digital currencies just another tool for government overreach, threatening our freedoms and privacy? 👁️
Speakers include:
- Nick Anthony, author of “Digital Currency or Digital Control?: Decoding CBDC and the Future of Money.”
- Professor Kevin Dowd of Durham University, in conversation with Claire Cummings, founder of The Centre for Digital Assets and Democracy.
- Freddie New from Bitcoin Policy UK.
- David Rennie, from the Digital Pound Foundation’s Identity and Privacy Working Group.
- The discussion will be moderated by Susie Ward, co-founder of Bitcoin Policy UK, and is sponsored by the Human Rights Foundation.

Bitcoin Racing - Networking Experience: Missing the roar of engines at Brands Hatch? Join the Bitcoin Racing team on September 26th for an adrenaline-filled event that blends high-speed thrills with valuable business networking. Take exhilarating passenger rides in a JCW MINI with Chris Mackenzie, connect with industry leaders during networking sessions featuring speakers from companies like Archax and Green Mining DAO, and sharpen your skills with professional driver tuition in the Bitcoin Racing C1 car. Enjoy complimentary lunch, and beverages, and test your limits with sim racing experiences. This is the ultimate experience for motorsport enthusiasts and business professionals alike. Book your spot now! 🏁

Southampton Trip to Real Bedford: The Satoshi Society in Southampton are pleased to announce an upcoming trip to cheer on the Pirates in their league game against Ware on Saturday the 28th of September. All meetups around the country are welcome to join them. After the game, there will be food and drinks in Bedford at La Terrazza and The Auction Room. Check out the link for more details. ⚽️🍺

Get Involved

Volunteer Opportunities: Bridge2Bitcoin is actively seeking volunteers who share our passion for merchant adoption. We’d be delighted to connect if you’re eager to contribute. Reach out to us on Twitter or through our website.
Start Your Own Meetup: Interested in launching a Bitcoin meetup? We’re here to support you every step of the way. We’ve assisted numerous UK Bitcoin meetups in getting started. Get in touch via Twitter.
Telegram users: You might find our Telegram Channel another useful way to keep up-to-date with UK meetups.
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Get out and support the meetups whenever possible. For more information on each event, including how to contact the organisers directly and find the nearest meetup on the interactive map, visit Bitcoin Events UK.

Stay tuned for more updates next week!

Simon.