Mon Sep 30 02:48:08 UTC 2024: ## Australia’s Largest Crypto & Blockchain Event Faces Backlash for Not Accepting Crypto Payments
**Sydney, Australia** – The highly anticipated Aus Crypto Con, set to take place on November 23-24 at the ICC in Sydney, has generated controversy by failing to implement crypto payments for ticket purchases, despite promising their availability in the coming months.
The event, billing itself as Australia’s largest gathering of traders, investors, and web3 enthusiasts, is expecting over 10,000 attendees. It boasts a lineup of 100 speakers, 150 sponsors, and a $1 million VC prize money pool, along with attractions like an NFT gallery and blockchain gaming experiences.
However, the lack of crypto payment options has sparked widespread criticism from the crypto community. Many attendees expressed disappointment and questioned the legitimacy of a crypto event that doesn’t accept cryptocurrency for its own tickets.
“It’s rather embarrassing for the nation that one of the top crypto conferences in Australia having to rely on centralized banking institutions,” one user commented. “There are already crypto projects who have built decentralised ticketing systems like this so the tech is already there.”
Others argued that the event’s reliance on traditional payment methods reflects poorly on Australia’s perceived understanding of the crypto industry. Some even suggested the event was merely a “circlejerk” for unemployed “entrepreneurs” and a platform for “crypto bros” to brag about their wealth.
The event organizers have defended their position, claiming that crypto payments are “available soon.” However, critics point out that this promise was made five months ago, and its absence remains a major point of contention.
Aus Crypto Con is facing an uphill battle to regain trust from the community. As the event draws closer, it remains to be seen if they will manage to address the concerns raised and implement the promised crypto payment option.
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