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Many speakers highlighted Fort Worth's rising prominence as a Bitcoin hub, largely driven by local government initiatives. Notably, the city made headlines about 12 to 16 months ago for its groundbreaking decision to mine Bitcoin in City Hall, a move spearheaded by the mayor, who donated ASIC miners to showcase how Bitcoin can catalyze innovation beyond traditional industries like oil and cattle.
This initiative garnered worldwide media attention, with over 700 million impressions, positioning Fort Worth as a pioneer in municipal Bitcoin adoption. The city’s leadership aims to diversify its economic identity, emphasizing technology and innovation over classical commodities, positioning itself as a 'long-term' player in the crypto ecosystem.