Adam Back

Adam Back

Keynote Speaker: Cryptographer & Crypto-hacker; Co-founder & CEO of Blockstream

Adam Back Biography

Adam Back is a renowned cryptographer and cypherpunk. Prior to his involvement in the Bitcoin space, Back was known as an early pioneer of the digital currency movement. He developed Hashcash, a method of countering denial-of-service attacks using a proof-of-work algorithm, in 1997. Years later, this advancement provided the foundation for Bitcoin’s mining capabilities. In 2014, Back co-founded a blockchain technology company called Blockstream. His work is referenced in Satoshi Nakamoto’s original Bitcoin white paper.

Back’s work with Blockstream continued to push the crypto space forward in 2020. His company saw a number of successes, including major upgrades to its satellite network and initiatives to expand its Liquid sidechain ecosystem. In July, the Liquid Network got its first general-purpose Javascript library, allowing external developers to start building a more robust environment around the project. A decentralized exchange built on the Liquid Network opened for early access in September.

With Back’s guidance, Blockstream’s Liquid Network is likely to make further strides in the coming year. There are talks of Ethereum-like features on the way for Bitcoin thanks to the project’s cross-chain capabilities. With the first nonfungible tokens already launched on Liquid, the network may yet challenge Ethereum’s dominance as the go-to ecosystem for blockchain asset issuance.

He has a computer science Ph.D. from the University of Exeter.

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Adam Back Videos

BTC022: Dr. Adam Back & Bitcoin's Proof of Work
Blockstream Mining Note AMA
MCCVR 2020: Adam Back & Stacy Herbert: The Origins of Bitcoin

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Adam Back is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Futurism, Technology, Computer Science, Science, Inventors, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Economy, Innovation, Venture Capital, FinTech, Business and Artificial Intelligence.

Where does Adam Back travel from?

Adam Back generally travels from Sliema, Malta and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Adam Back is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Futurism, Technology and Computer Science. The estimated speaking fee range to book Adam Back for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Adam Back generally travels from Sliema, Malta and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jimmy Song, Perianne Boring and Brian Armstrong. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Adam Back for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/07/2024.

Adam Back Videos

BTC022: Dr. Adam Back & Bitcoin's Proof of Work
Blockstream Mining Note AMA
MCCVR 2020: Adam Back & Stacy Herbert: The Origins of Bitcoin
Why Bitcoin Now: David Chaum and Adam Back Reflect on the Crypto Wars

Adam Back Reviews

  • Henley & Partners - Dec 07 2017

  • How do I book Adam Back to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Adam Back for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Adam Back, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Adam Back or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Adam Back for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Adam Back, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Adam Back are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Adam Back, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Adam Back speak about?

    Adam Back is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Futurism, Technology, Computer Science, Science, Inventors, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Economy, Innovation, Venture Capital, FinTech, Business and Artificial Intelligence.
  • Where does Adam Back travel from?

    Adam Back generally travels from Sliema, Malta and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Adam Back?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Adam Back for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Adam Back for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Adam Back or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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