Surfin' LN Day: Dive into the world of the Lightning Network at the Surfin' Bitcoin Conference

Biarritz, July 11, 2023 - Surfin' Bitcoin, the leading Bitcoin conference in France and Europe, is thrilled to announce the introduction of the Surfin' Lightning Day, a dedicated day to explore and delve into the Lightning Network (LN). This special day will provide participants with an opportunity to explore the latest technical advancements and gain a deeper understanding of the potential of LN in the Bitcoin ecosystem.

The Surfin' LN Day is a major innovation of this year's Surfin' Bitcoin conference, organized in partnership with key industry players, including Bastien Teinturier from ACINQ and Lisa Neigut from Blockstream. This immersive day will allow participants to familiarize themselves with the technical foundations of Bitcoin and the Lightning Network through captivating presentations and interactive workshops conducted by renowned experts such as Tadge Dryja, the co-creator of the Lightning Network, Christian Decker, Olivier Gugger, and Francisco Calderon.

As a reminder, the Lightning Network is a second-layer technical solution built on top of the Bitcoin blockchain, designed to make transactions faster and more cost-effective. It enables near-instantaneous payments while preserving the fundamental characteristics of Bitcoin and even enhancing transaction anonymity. The Surfin' LN Day will provide participants with a better understanding of this groundbreaking technology and its implications in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

The Surfin' LN Day program will cover a variety of topics. Christian Decker will deliver an in-depth introduction to Bitcoin, while Lisa Neigut's LARP (Live Action Role Playing) will immerse participants in the experience of being a Lightning Network node. Tadge Dryja, as the co-creator of the Lightning Network, will provide a comprehensive introduction to the workings and benefits of this technology. An AMA (Ask Me Anything) session with Christian, Lisa, Tadge, and Bastien will allow participants to get answers to their most pressing questions. The Surfin' LN Day will also feature updates from the latest Lightning Network Summit held in New York a few weeks ago. Participants will gain insights into recent developments and emerging trends in the field, including the BOLT 12 update.

Another exciting aspect of this day will be the presentation of the LN2P Bot (Lightning Network to Peer), a bot that facilitates Lightning Network transactions while preserving user privacy. With the LN2P Bot, participants will have the opportunity to exchange Sats, the smallest unit of Bitcoin, for fiat currencies, thereby enhancing the accessibility and utility of the Lightning Network. Bastien Teinturier and Lisa Neigut, who have been closely involved in organizing the Surfin' Lightning Day, will play a central role in this event. Additionally, the participation of Tadge Dryja, the co-creator of the Lightning Network, will add a prestigious dimension to this day dedicated to the future of Bitcoin payments.

"The Surfin' Lightning Day provides a unique opportunity to explore the advancements and potentials of the Lightning Network. This revolutionary technology significantly improves the transaction experience in Bitcoin, offering fast, low-cost, and secure payments. We are delighted to welcome world-renowned experts and share this enriching day with the participants of Surfin' Bitcoin," said the organizing team of Surfin' Bitcoin.

The Surfin' LN Day will also provide a networking space conducive to exchanges and meetings among participants, allowing them to share knowledge and experiences.