In December 2025, one of the most anticipated events for the global cryptocurrency community will take place in Abu Dhabi — the Bitcoin MENA conference. The central event will be the first appearance in the region by co-founder and executive chairman of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) Michael Saylor, who has played a key role in the development of corporate Bitcoin adoption.
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Michael Saylor’s Speech: A New Chapter in Corporate Bitcoin Adoption
Michael Saylor gained widespread popularity after making the strategic decision in 2020 to invest MicroStrategy’s corporate capital in Bitcoin. This move, analysts claim, significantly impacted approaches to corporate finance management: it not only helped preserve the company’s asset value but also inspired numerous other corporations to rethink their investment strategies.
“Money is weakening. Assets are appreciating. Bitcoin is the pinnacle of human ownership.”
According to an official statement from the organizers, Saylor’s appearance at Bitcoin MENA will be historic for the industry, as it marks the first time one of the most influential corporate Bitcoin investors will appear in a region that is rapidly becoming a global hub for digital asset innovation.
Bitcoin MENA: A Global Event and Industry Prospects
The CEO and head of the ADNEC Group, Humaid Al Dhaheri, emphasized that the return of Bitcoin MENA reaffirms Abu Dhabi’s status as a global center for digital asset innovation. He noted that collaboration with BTC Inc allows for the unification of international leaders and the dynamic ecosystem of the region.
Brandon Green, the chief of staff at BTC Inc, remarked that it is a great honor for the company to host Michael Saylor at Bitcoin MENA, as this will be his debut at Bitcoin conferences in the region. In his opinion, this will be a historic event, as it will bring together a leader in global Bitcoin adoption with one of the most progressive economies in the world.
Last year’s conference, held in 2024, has already become a landmark event in the global Bitcoin calendar. It attracted thousands of attendees and featured a powerful lineup of speakers, including Saifedean Ammous and Eric Trump, and received support from companies such as Binance, eToro, and M2. The event was distinguished not only by deep financial discussions but also by unexpected events, such as a flag football match featuring NFL legends.
The organizers have announced that in 2025, the conference will expand its discussion topics, focusing on the role of Bitcoin in financial strategies, energy, and the digital infrastructure of the region. Bitcoin MENA will serve as a platform for uniting industry leaders, institutional investors, entrepreneurs, politicians, and content creators who are shaping the vision of the financial future.
Bitcoin MENA is part of a series of global events known as The Bitcoin Conference, organized by BTC Media — the parent company of Bitcoin Magazine. In 2025, the flagship event has already taken place in Las Vegas, with upcoming conferences scheduled for August in Hong Kong (Bitcoin Asia), November in Amsterdam (Bitcoin Amsterdam), and December in Abu Dhabi (Bitcoin MENA). Additionally, Bitcoin 2026 will take place in Las Vegas in April 2026.