Top 14 Crypto Events Every Investor Should Attend in 2023

Crypto is gaining popularity, that is for sure. While investing in various cryptocurrencies is a great way of starting your crypto journey, many developers, investors, and crypto enthusiasts constantly look for cryptocurrency events to help them improve their crypto knowledge and reach even higher points in the blockchain world.

Thus, in this article, we will talk about the top 14 upcoming crypto events this year. While some require your presence to attend their activities, others also allow users to participate online, which is a great advantage for worldwide crypto users.

Let’s see which are some of the major events you should not miss out on this year.

1. Block3000

Date: October 18-19, 2023 

Location: Lisbon, Portugal 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: $348 ($290 Early Bird) / $648 ($540 Early Bird) / $1,296 ($1,080 Early Bird) / $2,160 (Early Bird available until September 20) 

Block3000 is one of Europe’s largest and most ambitious blockchain battles. It is an exciting show presenting blockchain, crypto, and Web3 in a new light, all in the atmosphere of a stunning venue, Altice Arena. With over 4,000 attendees from all over the world, Blockchain Battle is designed to engage the audience by provoking discussions and debates between representatives of top blockchain networks and promising newcomers.  

The main goal of Block3000 is to create an engaging and dynamic atmosphere on stage, where the audience can easily get involved in the discussion process.  

Featured Speakers

• Miguel Palencia – Co-Founder & COO, QTUM; 
• Mary Camacho – Co-Founder & CEO, Holochain; 
• Mounir Benchemled – Founder, ParaSwap; 
• John Woods – CTO, Algorand Foundation; 
• Jay Kurahashi – VP of Marketing, Ava Labs; 
• David Uhryniak – Director of Ecosystem Development, TRON DAO; 
• Devika Mittal – Listings Lead, OKX; 
• Dmytro Budorin – Co-Founder & CEO, Hacken; 
• David Palmer – Blockchain Lead, Vodafone Business; 
• Chef Mochi – Head of Chef, PancakeSwap; 
• Adam Bendiemil – Head of Business Development, BNB Chain; 
• Michael Kunz – Partner, MME Legal; 
• Igneus Terrenus – Partner Relations, BitDAO; 
• Yulia Parkhomenko – Director, Digital Economy Directorate, Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine; 
• Christian Saur – Head of Program, IOTA; 
• Sami Waittinen – Head of Marketing, Trust Wallet. 

2. State of Crypto

Date: October 24, 2023 

Location: Convene, Washington D.C., US 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: $1,750 / $2,750 

State of Crypto is a comprehensive crypto conference that explores the latest regulations, policies, and many more from the industry, along with top policymakers, regulators, government officials, and influential TradFi and DeFi leaders. The event attracts many GCs, CCOs, CLOs, and COOs from all over the world. 

The 2023 State of Crypto conference will focus on setting industry standards and aligning on practical short-term and long-term objectives through various conversations. Overall, the State of Crypto conference provides a great opportunity to evaluate crypto regulatory frameworks that support the fruitful future of the crypto industry. 

Featured Speakers

• Dave Ackerman – Loomis Innovation Council Member, The Stimson Center; 
• Alyssa Albertelli – Chief Compliance Officer – Enterprise Services – Fidelity Investments; 
• Lee Brenner – Head of Public Policy, Digital Assets – Goldman Sachs; 
• Chris Brummer – Agnes Williams Professor of Financial Technology – Georgetown University Law; 
• Jasmine Burgess – Chief Operating Officer and Chief Risk Officer – Coinbase Asset Management; 
• Commissioner Tung Chan – Colorado Division of Securities, Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies; 
• Dan Davis – Partner – Katten Muchin Rosenman; 
• Dante Disparte – Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Global Policy – Circle. 

3. Blockchain Life

Date: October 24-25, 2023 

Location: Dubai, UAE 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: $235/ $460 / $1,070 

Blockchain Life is organizing its 11th International Forum on cryptocurrencies, blockchain, and mining. Usually, the event is attended by key industry players, government representatives, heads of international blockchain companies and funds, investors, promising startup teams, and beginners. Blockchain Life usually gathers thousands of premium attendees from over 120 countries.  

For the 11th edition of the event, Blockchain Life has prepared engaging topics that will be discussed by top speakers from all over the world. The main things discussed include blockchain technology, startups, smart platforms, and many more.  

Featured Speakers

• H.E. Justin Sun – Founder, TRON; 
• Yat Siu – Co-Founder and Executive Chairman, Animoca Brands; 
• Eowyn Chen – CEO, Trust Wallet; 
• Dr. Xinxi Wang – Co-Founder, Litecoin Foundation; 
• Reece Merrick – Senior Director, Global Strategic Partnerships, Ripple; 
• Jason Lau – Chief Innovation Officer, OKX; 
• Arpit Sharma – Managing Director, India, SE Asia and Middle East, NEAR Protocol; 
• Alicia Kao – Managing Director, KuCoin; 
• Hervé Larren – Senior Advisor, Horizen Labs; 
• Eugene Cheung – VP, Head of Institution, Bybit; 
• Michael Ionita – VP of Engineering, DappRadar; 
• Ahmed Tehemar – Global BD Manager on Gaming, BNB Chain; 
• Manan Shah – CEO, Avalance Global Solutions; 
• Charmaine Lim – Head of VIP Client Services, Huobi Global.  

4. European Blockchain Convention

Date: October 24-26, 2023 

Location: Barcelona, Spain 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: $449 / $899 / $1,999 

The European Blockchain Convention is Europe’s largest blockchain conference, focusing on enterprise blockchain solutions, digital identity, and blockchain adoption in traditional industries. The event connects business leaders, policymakers, and technology experts to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing. 

The 2023 European Blockchain Convention will be the 6th edition and will feature discussions on the integration of blockchain in various industries in order to accelerate the blockchain ecosystem in Europe. Attendees can gain insights into the latest blockchain updates and explore investment opportunities in European blockchain startups. 

Featured Speakers

• Tim Walther – Group Manager Metaverse & NFT, Volkswagen Group; 
• Jon Fink Isaksen – Head of Policy, EMEA, Uniswap Labs; 
• Coty de Monteverde – Head of Crypto & Blockchain, Banco Santander; 
• Alex Odagiu – Investment Director, Binance; 
• Patrick Hansen – Director, EU Strategy & Policy, Circle; 
• Waqar Chaudry – Executive Director, Innovation and Digital Assets Product, Standard Chartered Bank; 
• David Uhryniak – Ecosystem Development Leader, TRON DAO. 

5. Decentralized

Date: November 1-3, 2023 

Location: Athens, Greece 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: TBA 

Decentralized is a blockchain conference organized by the University of Nicosia that explores the potential of decentralized technologies and applications. The event features presentations from industry leaders, developers, and policymakers, discussing the future of blockchain and its impact on various sectors. 

During the 7th edition of the conference, Decentralized will focus on various crypto-related topics that will significantly contribute to the constant evolution of the industry. To find out more, users should follow the official website of Decentralized, as the conference announced that it will post updates there regarding both the speakers of this year’s edition and the schedule of the conference. 

6. Binance Blockchain Week

Date: November 8-9, 2023 

Location: Istanbul, Türkiye 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: $300 (Early Bird) 

Speakers & Agenda: TBA 

Binance Blockchain Week is the perfect place and event where traders, founders, institutional investors, regulators, global officials, and innovators come together to explore and shape the future of blockchain technology. The event is a great opportunity to learn and develop your ideas. Through various special workshops organized during the event, participants can gain practical knowledge about building businesses and launching successful projects on the blockchain.  

This year, the main focus will be on how blockchain and crypto can financially empower a billion more users around the world. As a leading force in the Web3 space, Binance is devoted to accelerating the adoption of blockchain technology and helping users keep pace with the rapidly evolving industry.  

7. Staking Summit

Date: November 10-11, 2023 

Location: Istanbul, Türkiye 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: $250 / $450 / $1,200 

The Staking Summit is a specialized conference dedicated to proof-of-stake (PoS) blockchain networks and staking mechanisms. The event brings together stakeholders to discuss the latest developments in PoS consensus, staking rewards, and the future of PoS blockchains. 

The 2023 Staking Summit will feature discussions on the rise of staking-as-a-service providers, the impact of Ethereum’s transition to PoS, and the potential of staking in securing blockchain networks. Attendees can learn about the latest staking trends and opportunities for passive income through staking. 

Featured Speakers

• Martin Köppelmann – Co-Founder and CEO, Gnosis; 
• Anton Bukov – Co-Founder, 1inch; 
• Konstantin Lomashuk – Founder, P2P Validator; 
• Mara Schmiedt – CEO, Alluvial; 
• Alison Mangiero – Executive Director, Proof of Stake Alliance (POSA); 
• Michael Kong – CEO, Fantom; 
• Collin Myers – Founder and CEO, Obol Network; 
• Oisin Kyne – CTO – Obol Network; 
• Jim McDonald – Co-Founder and CTO, Attestant; 
• Guillaume Chatain – Head of Institutional Sales, Coinbase. 

8. Australia Crypto Convention

Date: November 11-12, 2023 

Location: Melbourne, Australia 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: $252 / $307 / $2,585 

The Australia Crypto Convention is a leading crypto event in the Oceanic region, bringing together blockchain enthusiasts, developers, and investors. The conference covers a wide range of topics, including blockchain adoption in Australia and other areas and investment opportunities in crypto projects. 

In 2023, the Australia Crypto Convention will highlight the growth of decentralized finance in the region, the impact of blockchain on the Australian financial sector, and discussions on blockchain regulations. Attendees can explore investment opportunities and participate in workshops, panel discussions, and networking events. 

Featured Speakers

• Ashur – Co-Founder, Lazy Lions; 
• Jamie Coutts – Crypto Market Analyst, Bloomberg; 
• John Bassilios – Partner, Hall & Wilcox; 
• Joshua Reiher – Founder, NFT4Noobs; 
• Michael Bacina – Chair of Blockchain Australia, Blockchain Australia; 
• Ridley Plummer – Senior Manager Metaverse, NFTs, Web3, and Cryptocurrency, Tennis Australia (Australian Open). 

9. Wiki Finance Expo

Date: November 16, 2023 

Location: Sydney, Australia 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: TBA 

The Wiki Finance Expo is a unique event that explores the future of fintech. The conference aims to bridge the gap between the crypto world and traditional financial markets by featuring discussions on Web3, DeFi, institutional DeFi, tokenization, and NFTs. 

The 2023 Wiki Finance Expo will delve into the latest updates in the crypto and blockchain industries, as well as the potential of blockchain in various non-crypto-related industries. Attendees can gain insights into the growing synergy between traditional finance and the blockchain industry. 

Featured Speakers

• Loretta Joseph – Policy Consultant / Chairperson, The Commonwealth / ADFSAC; 
• Simon Callaghan – CEO, Blockchain Australia; 
• Belinda Agnew – Co-Partner, Xenabler; 
• Dr. Yu Jianing – Digital Economist, Metaverse, and Web3 Expert; 
• Tobias Bauer – Partner, Blockchain Founders Fund; 
• Jamie Coutts – Crypto Market Analyst, Bloomberg. 

10. Blockchain Association Policy Summit

Date: November 29-30, 2023 

Location: Washington, D.C., US 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: Become a member to attend 

The Policy Summit is an event organized by the Blockchain Association. It is an exclusive members-only event featuring discussions with key policymakers, regulators, and industry leaders. The main focus of the Blockchain Association Policy Summit is to work with top experts to advance a more open and democratic digital future for all. 

Featured Speakers

• Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN) – U.S. House of Representatives; 
• Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY) – U.S House of Representatives; 
• Oleksandr Bornyakov – Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine; 
• Cleve Mesidor – Blockchain Foundation. 

11. Next Block Expo

Date: December 4-5, 2023 

Location: Berlin, Germany 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: $59 / $155 / $119 / $779 (Prices will increase by 30% on September 30) 

Next Block Expo (NBX), also known as the Blockchain Festival of Europe, is an event that aims to gather over 2,500 attendees, 140 speakers, and 60 exhibitors in one place. The 3rd edition of the festival will be held at the iconic CineStar Cinema in Berlin, just steps away from the world-famous Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas Market). 

The organizers of the Next Block Expo event have thought of many activities, such as Trading Zone, Women in Web3 with dedicated content and networking sessions, Pitch Contest for Web3 Startups, Hackathon, and many more.  

Featured Speakers

• Nick Spanos – Bitcoin Center NYC; 
• João Leite – Polkastarter; 
• Miko Matsumura – Gumi Cryptos Capital; 
• Laura K. Inamedinova – LKI Consulting; 
• Dr. Konstantin Druker – PwC Deutschland; 
• Amelia Tomasicchio – The Cryptonomist; 
• Daniel Schollerer – Up-Trend; 
• Cristopher May – Finoa; 
• Nick Kozlov – 1inch Network; 
• Sheraz Ahmed – STORM Partners; 
• Nicola Massella – STORM Partners; 
• Laurenz L. – DAO.Researcher; 
• Robby Schwertner – INNOMAGIC; 
• Marta Geater Piekarska – ConsenSys; 
• Bruno Miranda – ChilliBangs. 

Date: December 7, 2023 

Participation: Online (Zoom) 

Tickets: Free (Register here) 

Friends of the Metaverse is organizing its virtual global conference, Season of Innovation, on December 7. The agenda is seasoned with top-notch content and world-class experts from technology companies, financial services institutions, global consulting firms, and entertainment and hospitality enterprises. 

The Season of Innovation virtual conference will unite the world’s most influential thought leaders, challenging boundaries and igniting participants’ imaginations. 

Featured Speakers

• Louis Rosenberg – Founder & CEO, Unanimous AI; Chief Scientist, Responsible Metaverse Alliance; Global Technology Advisor, XR Safety Initiative; 
• Jack J. McCauley – Co-Founder, Chief Engineer, Oculus VR; Board Trustee, UC Berkeley; 
• Lis M. Watts – CEO & Managing Partner, One/Twenty1; 
• Vaughn Davis – CEO, Relevant Hospitality; 
• Rosalia Hajek – EBISO, MGM Resorts International; 
• Jacqueline Touma – Global Partner Marketing Director, ServiceNow; 
• Julia Martensen – Innovation Officer, ServiceNow; 
• David Palmer – CPO Vodafone Digital Asset Broker, Vodafone; 
• Avanthika Ramesh – Senior Manager, Product Management, Salesforce; 
• Prof Mischa Dohler – Vice President, Emerging Technologies, Ericsson; 
• Shish Shridhar – Global Retail Startups Lead, Microsoft; 
• Sharon O’Sullivan – Head, Technology Research & Innovation Enterprise Architecture, Bank of Montreal; 
• Paul Hsu – Founder and CEO, Decasonic; 
• Sarah Wallinger – Founder, Blockchain Style Lab; 
• Alan Smithson – Co-Founder, MetaVRse. 

13. Unconfiscatable 2023

Date: December 7-8, 2023 

Location: Las Vegas, NV, US 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: $100 / $300 / $650 / $2.500 

Unconfiscatable is a unique and unconventional Bitcoin-focused conference that aims to discuss Bitcoin’s evolution and best features. The event brings together Bitcoin enthusiasts, maximalists, and advocates for discussions, networking, and a poker tournament. 

In 2023, Unconfiscatable will feature discussions on the lightning network’s growth, privacy enhancements in Bitcoin, and the role of Bitcoin in economic freedom. Attendees can participate in workshops, various discussions, and the poker tournament organized on December 6. 

Featured Speakers

• Giacomo & Mir; 
• The Crypto Couple; 
• Tone Vays – tonevays.com; 
• Jimmy Song – Author; 
• Adam Back – Cryptographer; 
• Jack Mallers – Zap Lightning Wallet; 
• Greg Foss – Validus Power. 

Date: December 14-15, 2023 

Location: Bangkok & Phuket, Thailand 

Participation: In Person 

Tickets: $30 / $90 

Meta Ventures is a crypto and blockchain event held in Bangkok and Phuket, Thailand. The conference brings together investors, startups, and thought leaders in the blockchain space for networking and knowledge sharing. 

The 2023 Meta Ventures Phuket will explore topics such as the latest crypto updates, crypto regulations in Thailand, investment opportunities, the Metaverse, and NFTs. Attendees can gain insights into investment opportunities in Southeast Asian blockchain projects and experience the vibrant crypto community in Thailand. 

Featured Speakers

• Cris D. Tran – Chief Strategy, Vietnam Huobi Global; 
• Nicole Nguyen – Co-Founder, APAC DAO; 
• Monsak Socharoentm – Chief Data Officer, Digital Government Development Agency, Thailand; 
• Takey Nalita – Co-Founder & Project leader, Chiangmai Crypto City; 
• Dereck Hoogenkamp – Chairman, Yalla Limited & PalmFusion; 
• Felix Mago – Co-Founder of Space, Dash NEXT, Futerio; 
• Thuy Pham – CEO of FadoGO; 
• Yegor Lapshov – Creative Producer of Blockchain projects, Web3 Technology Evangelist; 
• Brian Lu – Founding Partner, Infinity Ventures Crypto; 
• Arthur Tan – CEO, Metapac Group. 

In Conclusion

The crypto industry has a lot to offer, and while performing your own research can improve your crypto knowledge, many investors and developers consider attending crypto events such as crypto conferences, summits, and many more. Besides the events we have discussed in this article, you can also look for others that will take place next year, such as the Blockchain Africa Conference, Crypto Week Madrid Summit, Asia Crypto Week, or the Blockchain Futurist Conference.

We hope that our list of the best crypto events will help you find your go-to for this year.

* The information in this article and the links provided are for general information purposes only and should not constitute any financial or investment advice. We advise you to do your own research or consult a professional before making financial decisions. Please acknowledge that we are not responsible for any loss caused by any information present on this website.

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