A Crypto Explosion in Townsville

Birthplace of Julian Assange, Townsville could be said to have a modern history of bringing forth innovative ideas challenging the status quo, with the recent rise of BCH adoption in mind. The rapid proliferation of BCH-friendly merchants and vendors here over the past year has been almost uncanny, when compared with rates of adoption in other locales. "Uncanny" if it weren't for all the hard work the local community is putting in, promoting adoption and development of everyday use cases, and pursuing visions of future mining operations as well. From construction companies to coffee shops, cafes to convenience stores and beyond, if you need it, you can often pay for it here in Townsville with Bitcoin Cash.

Bitcoin Cash City organizer Hayden Otto

For those attending the September 4-5 conference, hotels like City Oasis Inn provide an opportunity to stay and dine paying entirely in BCH. With an attached restaurant and café providing a dining out or room service option, life for a bitcoiner becomes even more streamlined. Owner Brendan Carter told news.Bitcoin.com that as far as adoption goes, "Well, you're looking at new blood." The City Oasis Inn has been accepting Bitcoin Cash for just two days at press time. "I've been talking to Noel and Tony [event organizers]…for about a month now…I listened to what they had to say, and I thought it would be a good idea to start accepting Bitcoin Cash on their recommendation," Carter elaborated.

The Watermark restaurant accepts BCH for a wide selection of uniquely Aussie food and drink.

Checker Cabs, a local North Queensland taxi service, is in the process of outfitting all their cabs with BCH point of sale devices. One Checker Cabs driver related his feelings regarding BCH, explaining that alternative competing currencies like Bitcoin Cash are good for the economy and helping people build wealth. The company is also providing shuttle bus services to and from Townsville hotels to the Bitcoin Cash City conference. 

Checker Cabs accepts Bitcoin Cash and is providing shuttle services for conference attendees.

A mini-fleet of BCH-mobiles can be seen zipping here and there throughout the day in Townsville, 

taking Bitcoin Cash City workers around the town.

Speakers and Events

Featuring 26 key speakers, the world's largest BCH meetup, after parties, and several unofficial, grassroots events and get togethers, the conference agenda is set to be a non-stop, jam-packed, and information-rich affair. Vin Armani, CTO at Cointext, opened this morning by delivering a welcome speech on the importance of pioneers and builders, and giving away some unique prizes to those attendees who traveled farthest to be part of the event.

Rat Kangaroos, Crocodiles, and Other Amusements

When the conference opened up this morning, BCH enthusiasts were greeted with smiling staff, free coffee provided by Miss Macie Coffee and Events, and amusingly, even some Australian wildlife photo ops. Attendees mingled while admiring the venue, the newly built Quayside Terminal, which sits just near the coast and affords visitors a nice view of nearby Magnetic Island. City landmark Castle Hill also provides an excellent spot for visitors to take a short hike and take in a panorama of the Bitcoin Cash City.

Bitcoin Cash City attendees were greeted this morning by a sleepy Rat Kangaroo.

What are your thoughts on the Bitcoin Cash City conference?

Source from Bitcoin.com, author Graham Smith

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