Attendees at a major crypto conference in Miami are complaining about a lack of deodorant among participants. The issue has sparked a flurry of social media posts, with some calling it a recurring problem at such events.
Mert Mumtaz, CEO of Solana infrastructure firm Helius Labs, was in Miami for Consensus 2026, one of the largest crypto summits. He posted on X, “what is it with crypto mfers and not knowing what deodorant is.” His comment followed a panel where he stated, “Crypto without privacy is not crypto.”
Crypto influencer Liv, who attended related events hosted by Solana, Pengu, and Tessera Lab, shared her experience. “I swear some of the men don’t use deodorant and they have like a 5 feet radius around them,” she wrote. Other users echoed this, noting that women often complain about the smell at crypto gatherings.
A Widespread Complaint
The issue seems persistent across multiple conferences. Another influencer, Bangerz, praised specific events for being odor-free. “You wouldn’t believe it but i went to a web3 event and everyone was wearing deodorant and it smelt like italian pasta,” Bangerz posted, highlighting Tessera Lab and Sophie Maxx’s efforts.
Crypto influencer Gigi, who has complained about this before, tried to address the problem directly. “Please remember to wear deodorant,” she posted. Some users suggested that conferences should offer gift packages with blockchain-themed mints and deodorant. Others joked that bouncers should check attendees’ smell instead of looking for weapons.
Weather Plays a Role
It’s not entirely surprising that some struggle to stay sweat-free. Miami’s temperatures already exceed 30 degrees Celsius. In 2025, Token2049 in Dubai saw temperatures over 40 degrees. At the time, some crypto users sarcastically warned attendees not to wear deodorant and to enjoy nights out without it.
Mumtaz wasn’t among those joking. During Token2049, he posted on X with tips for attendees. He jokingly asked them to wear deodorant, or else he would “call the police and tell them you’re in possession of several hard drugs.” He added it’s “nothing personal.”
The deodorant debate continues to bubble up at crypto events, with many hoping organizers or attendees themselves will address the issue more seriously in the future.
