Plan B Forum Lugano 2026
About the event
Lugano's Plan B Forum is the premier Bitcoin conference bringing together world leaders, technologists, and entrepreneurs to discuss nation-state Bitcoin adoption, economics, financial freedom, and freedom of speech.
Two-day conference
The forum takes place on 23-24 October 2026 in Lugano at the Palazzo dei Congressi. Conference access covers the Convention Centre, Villa Ciani and Ex-Asilo Ciani, with keynotes, panels, workshops, a Bitcoin art gallery, and startup and sponsor exhibitions.
Speakers
Confirmed speakers include Paolo Ardoino (Tether), Elizabeth Stark (Lightning Labs), Adam Back (Blockstream), Saifedean Ammous, Roy Sheinfeld (Breez), Samson Mow (JAN3), Stephan Livera and BTC Sessions.
Passes
The published Peer ticket includes keynotes, panels, masterclasses, sponsor exhibitions and one-to-one matched networking. The Cyber Punk ticket adds VIP check-in, front-row seating, speaker meals on both days and VIP-lounge access, a combo pass covers El Salvador and Lugano, and students can apply for a discounted pass. The Cyber Punk ticket adds VIP check-in, front-row seating, speaker meals on both days and VIP-lounge access, and students can apply for a discounted pass.
Languages
The event is conducted in English, with real-time Italian translations for the main keynotes and panels. Headsets are provided on premise.