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bitcoin++ Econ Edition Vienna · 27–28 May 2026Event details

Base Layer 3: Lightning, Payments, and Taxes

2 May 2026, 9:55 AM – 1:00 PM Bitcoin.Wien, Getreidemarkt 18/4, 1010 Wien
Base Layer 3: Lightning, Payments, and Taxes

You hold your own bitcoin, follow the security and privacy basics, and understand how transactions work. This workshop covers everyday use: Lightning in practice, the Spend and Replace approach, and an overview of the Austrian tax framework* for Bitcoin.

What to expect

The Lightning Network in theory and practice, sending and receiving sats, Bitcoin’s current use as a payment method, and an overview of the Austrian tax framework*.

Program

  • 09:45 Doors open
  • 10:00 Lightning Network: how it works and hands-on testing
  • 11:00 Spend and Replace: paying with Bitcoin
  • 12:00 Overview of the current tax framework*
  • 12:45 Outlook: community events
  • 13:00 Wrap-up

Participation

Limited to 15 people. Registration required.

Bring your smartphone or laptop.

*This event is not tax advice. For your specific situation, consult a tax professional.

Note: This workshop builds on Base Layer 1 + 2 or equivalent prior knowledge.

Organizer: Bitcoin Austria, supported by Coinfinity.

This workshop runs on the value-for-value principle: attendance is free. If you take something away, a donation is welcome.

Register now — seats are limited

Bitcoin Austria

Independent Bitcoin education since 2011. Nonprofit, Bitcoin-only, no commercial interests.

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