Bitcoin Research Showcases Bitcoin at the La Paz International Book Fair – Bicentennial Edition 2025

La Paz, Bolivia — August 12, 2025 — The La Paz International Book Fair – Bicentennial Edition welcomed 104,486 visitors from July 30 to August 10, making it one of the country’s largest cultural events of the year.

Among the 180 exhibitors, Bitcoin Research made a landmark appearance with a stand dedicated entirely to Bitcoin, marking a significant step in bridging literature, education, and emerging financial technologies.

Let’s take a closer look at the key insights from this milestone event

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Bitcoin Research Highlights

Bitcoin Research is dedicated to delivering high-quality educational content, promoting awareness, and providing hands-on experiences that empower individuals and communities to gain a deeper understanding of Bitcoin. Below are some of the key highlights from this landmark event:

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1. A Prominent Presence by Bitcoin Research

Bitcoin Research hosted an exclusive stand dedicated entirely to Bitcoin, presenting a curated selection of international literature spanning philosophy, mathematics, computer science, and sociocultural analysis. Featured works included:

• The Philosophy of Bitcoin — a #1 Amazon bestseller translated into multiple languages
• Criptoria — exploring Bitcoin through mathematics and computer science
• Bitcoinismo — analyzing Bitcoin’s social and cultural impact
• The Diploma Book of Mi Primer Bitcoin — an internationally recognized educational resource

The stand became an educational hub where visitors accessed high-quality content and gained first-hand insights into Bitcoin’s potential.

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2. Hands-On Bitcoin Experience

Bitcoin Research brought technology to life at the fair by:

• Installing over 100 Blink Wallets for attendees
• Giving away free sats, enabling real Bitcoin transactions
• Presenting self-custody tools for direct interaction

Visitors were able to experience Bitcoin not just as a concept, but as a practical tool for financial and cultural empowerment.
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3. Orange Pill in Action: Education and Awareness

Visitors ranged from the merely curious to the deeply engaged. Many arrived asking, “What is Bitcoin?” and left with clarity, experiencing what the community calls the “Orange Pill”, awakening to new possibilities through knowledge.
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4. Social Impact: The Visit from Suñasivi

One of the most powerful moments came from the visit of students from the rural school Suñasivi, who traveled more than four hours to attend. Their presence highlighted the inclusive power of combining literature, education, and emerging technologies to broaden opportunity.

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Key Facts – La Paz International Book Fair 2025, Bicentennial Edition

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• 104,486 visitors in 12 days
• Nearly 600 activities, including literary, artistic, and cultural events
• Around 10,000 student participants
• 180 exhibitors, including 60 Bolivian and 31 international authors
  
  

In addition, the local artisan venture Elele Craft Design accepted Bitcoin payments during the fair, a powerful example of how small businesses can embrace innovation and financial sovereignty in cultural spaces.

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Conclusion and Call to Action

By participating in the 2025 La Paz International Book Fair, Bitcoin Research fulfilled its mission of delivering high-quality educational content, showcasing emerging technologies, and providing hands-on Bitcoin experiences to a diverse audience. From rural students to curious city-goers, visitors had the chance to discover what Bitcoin is, explore its ecosystem, and experience the power of self-sovereign money firsthand.

Bitcoin Research invites the public to continue exploring, reading, and transacting with Bitcoin through Blink Wallet, and to stay connected for upcoming initiatives and events. Bolivia’s journey with Bitcoin is only just beginning — Learn more about Bitcoin Adoption in Bolivia.