Editor’s note: The Bitcoin Conference has announced the return of Code & Country 2026, its flagship policy forum designed to bring U.S. policymakers and Bitcoin industry participants into direct, on-the-record discussions. Scheduled for April 27 during a U.S. election year, the forum aims to address how active legislation and regulatory priorities intersect with Bitcoin, digital infrastructure, and adjacent sectors such as energy and stablecoins. By removing intermediaries, the event positions itself as a venue where builders operating at scale can engage directly with lawmakers shaping the regulatory environment that will influence the next phase of technological and financial development.
Key points
- Code & Country 2026 will take place on April 27 and is open to Pro Pass and Whale Pass holders.
- The forum focuses on direct engagement between Bitcoin industry leaders and U.S. policymakers.
- Discussions will center on active legislation, regulatory priorities, and real-world policy impacts.
- Programming spans Bitcoin, energy infrastructure, stablecoin regulation, and digital civil liberties.
Why this matters
As regulatory frameworks for Bitcoin and related technologies continue to evolve, direct dialogue between policymakers and industry participants is becoming increasingly consequential. Events like Code & Country provide insight into how legislative decisions are formed and how they may affect builders, investors, and infrastructure providers operating at scale. Held during an election year, the forum reflects growing institutional engagement with Bitcoin and highlights the role policy will play in shaping the sector’s trajectory in the U.S. and beyond.
What to watch next
- Announcements of confirmed speakers and detailed programming ahead of the event.
- Key policy themes emphasized by lawmakers and regulatory representatives.
- Signals on how Bitcoin-related regulation may evolve following the forum.
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Nashville, TN — February 10, 2026 — The Bitcoin Conference announced today Code & Country 2026, the flagship policy forum returning for its second year to convene industry leaders, builders and U.S. policymakers for direct discussions on the issues shaping technology, regulation, and legislative priorities.
“Policy decisions affecting Bitcoin are made regardless of industry participation. We finally have an administration and bipartisan Congress seeking guidance from our industry on how to regulate. We can either jump in the game and help craft the next century of the regulatory landscape, or watch from the sidelines as someone else does it for us,” said Brandon Green, CEO of BTC Inc.
Code & Country 2026 is intended for:
- Industry leaders and builders seeking direct engagement with policymakers on regulatory frameworks
- Leaders in AI, energy, and adjacent sectors navigating the policy landscape
- Participants newer to policy discussions looking to understand how legislative decisions affect Bitcoin
- Policymakers and staff seeking technical and operational perspectives from those building at scale
About The Bitcoin Conference
The Bitcoin Conference, organised by BTC Media, the parent company of Bitcoin Magazine, is a global event series, featuring notable industry speakers, workshops, exhibitions, and entertainment. These events serve as vital platforms for Bitcoin industry leaders, developers, investors, and enthusiasts to gather, network, and exchange ideas. Bitcoin 2026 is being held in Las Vegas in April 2026. Its international events include Bitcoin Hong Kong (August 27-28, 2026), Bitcoin Amsterdam (November 5-6, 2026) and Bitcoin MENA (Abu Dhabi, December 2026).
