Due to the Middle East’s significant global importance and the strong interest of its people in cryptocurrencies, crypto companies have an active presence in this region. Consequently, numerous cryptocurrency events are held here annually. This article explores the blockchain events scheduled to take place in the Middle East in the coming days and months.
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The UAE and Turkey, key players in the cryptocurrency space and neighboring countries, are set to host several major blockchain events in the upcoming months.
This presents a unique opportunity for our fellow citizens to participate in these events, meet global experts in the field firsthand, and take advantage of the valuable opportunities hidden within this lucrative industry.
1. Istanbul Blockchain Week 2024
August 13-14, 2024
The “Istanbul Blockchain Week 2024” event is set to build on last year’s success and will be held on August 13–14 at the Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel and Conference Center. The event is organized by Global Web3 and EAK Digital, who are also its sponsors.
Istanbul Blockchain Week 2024 will once again be Turkey’s largest Web3 event of the year, bringing together blockchain enthusiasts, industry experts, and thought leaders from around the world.
Following its remarkable success in 2022 and 2023, which saw over 8,000 participants and featured more than 180 international and Turkish speakers, including Changpeng Zhao (CZ), this year’s event will introduce exciting new activities such as Web3 gaming and the first-ever dual Web3 tournament and exhibition.
Additionally, VC Connect will gather prominent Web3 venture capital funds in Istanbul, providing Web3 startups with an opportunity to secure investments.
Istanbul Blockchain Week serves as a dynamic platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and exploring the latest advancements in blockchain technology, fostering an environment conducive to collaboration and innovation.
The event features a diverse program, including keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and exhibitions that cover various aspects of Web3.
Ticket prices range from €49 to €2,999, depending on the services provided to participants. Tickets can be purchased via the event’s official website: istanbulblockchainweek.com.
2. Chain Conference Istanbul 2024
September 14-15, 2024
The Istanbul Blockchain Conference 2024, themed “UNCHAIN THE FUTURE,” is organized by a group aiming to unite the cryptocurrency community to form sustainable alliances. This group previously hosted events like the NFT Summit Istanbul.
This conference brings together visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders to shape the next chapter of blockchain technology. It provides an opportunity for individuals worldwide to connect and collaborate for the future of the blockchain industry.
Scheduled for September 14–15, 2024, the event will take place at ESA Arena in Istanbul, Turkey. Featured speakers include Ahmet Usta, co-founder of ELYT (a Turkish blockchain company), and Albiwara, founder of SmileeFinance on the Arbitrum blockchain.
Ticket prices range from $199 to $499, depending on the services provided. Tickets can be purchased via chaincon.ist.
3. Future Blockchain Summit Dubai
October 13-16, 2024
The Future Blockchain Summit Dubai is the leading blockchain exhibition and the most comprehensive large-scale blockchain event in the MENA region.
Focused on Dubai’s status as a global Web3 hub, it unites the entire blockchain and cryptocurrency ecosystem, fostering collaboration and innovation.
The event will take place October 13–16, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Center and is one of the largest blockchain gatherings in the region.
It will host over 900 investors, 150 exhibitors, and 200 speakers from more than 50 countries to inspire transformation in the industry.
Attendees include corporate venture capitalists, accelerators, startups, other investors, government representatives, and regulators.
The 2023 edition attracted over 58,000 visitors to Dubai, solidifying its status as a global blockchain event.
Major sponsors include exchanges like 1inch, Binance, and BingX. Tickets can be purchased at futureblockchainsummit.com.
4. Cosmoverse 2024 Dubai
October 21-23, 2024
Cosmoverse, the largest conference dedicated to the Cosmos ecosystem, changes its location annually, moving from Lisbon in 2021 to Medellín in 2022, Istanbul in 2023, and now Dubai in 2024.
This conference brings together thought leaders from Cosmos and key influencers in the crypto world to educate and inform the community about the latest developments, implementations, and visionary ideas in the blockchain space.
Held at the Grand Hyatt Dubai, the event includes exhibitions, workshops, and networking lounges.
Topics to be highlighted include modularity, tokenization, artificial intelligence, restaking, zero-knowledge proofs, NFTs, and blockchain gaming.
The event is supported by Cosmos Hub, Babylon, and Mantra. Tickets are available at cosmoverse.org.
5. Blockchain Life Dubai
October 22-23, 2024
The legendary Blockchain Life 2024, themed “The Bull Run Continues; Join the Event to Increase Your Income,” returns for its 13th edition on October 22–23. With Dubai’s growing reputation as a global cryptocurrency hub, this event is set to be one of the year’s most significant gatherings.
As the crypto market’s growth still lies ahead, this event provides an excellent opportunity for participants to maximize their income.
Over 10,000 attendees from 120 countries are expected to gather at this forum to gain valuable knowledge, establish new connections, and explore potential investment opportunities.
The two-day event will feature a lineup of crypto industry experts, thought leaders, and innovators sharing their insights and strategies in this growing market.
Prominent industry figures at the event include Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether and CTO of Bitfinex, Sergey Nazarov, founder of Chainlink, Justin Sun, founder of TRON, Yat Siu, co-founder and executive chairman of Animoca Brands, Marwan Alzarouni, CEO of the Dubai Blockchain Center and Chef Mochi, leader of PancakeSwap protocol.
This major crypto event is organized by Listing.Help and JETS CAPITAL, with Uminers, a mining equipment manufacturer, as the sponsor.
Ticket prices range from $189 to $2,099, depending on the services provided. Tickets can be purchased via the event’s official website: blockchain-life.com.
