Dutch Blockchain Week (DBW) is an annual week-long series of events in the Netherlands centered on blockchain technology, Web3, and digital assets. ^{[1] [2]} Held primarily in Amsterdam, the event functions as a B2B platform that brings together a global community of financial institutions, regulators, investors, developers, corporate professionals, and Web3 pioneers. ^[3] The week's stated mission is to connect the people and organizations shaping the future of the digital asset landscape through high-level networking, conferences, and collaborative side events. ^{[1] [3]}​

Overview

Dutch Blockchain Week is structured as a comprehensive series of activities rather than a single conference. The format is designed to connect a diverse international audience of decision-makers and professionals driving the digital economy. ^[3] The central feature of the week is a multi-day summit that includes keynotes, panel discussions, and deep dives into critical industry topics such as asset tokenization, regulatory compliance, market infrastructure, and digital payments. ^[3]​

Surrounding the main summit are over 40 community-driven side events, which include hackathons, networking gatherings, award ceremonies, and smaller, focused meetups. ^[1] The event series targets a professional audience, including institutions, founders, and policymakers, aiming to foster collaboration and progress within the European blockchain ecosystem. ^[3] The organization's goal is to host the most anticipated blockchain event in the Netherlands by bringing together diverse perspectives to move the industry forward. ^{[4] [2]}​

History

Dutch Blockchain Week was founded in 2019, with its public presence established in April of that year. ^{[4] [1]} Since its inception, the event has grown annually in scale and scope, adapting to global circumstances and evolving its focus to meet the needs of the blockchain industry.

The inaugural event in 2019 was a small gathering at the Venturerock Office in Amsterdam, intended to connect the local Dutch blockchain ecosystem. ^[1] A key event during the first series was an interoperability meetup held on June 7, 2019, which featured speakers from hybrix, VodafoneZiggo, and Unibright. ^[4]​

In 2020, the second edition expanded its format, transitioning to a hybrid online-offline model in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This edition was hosted at the ABN AMRO Headquarters in Amsterdam and included the Dutch Blockchain Awards, organized in partnership with Computable.nl and BCNL. ^{[1] [4]} The hybrid format continued for the third edition in 2021, which utilized three separate studios to further expand its international reach. ^[1]​

The fourth edition in 2022, held at the EY office in Amsterdam, focused on building key partnerships with exchanges, regulators, and fintech leaders. In 2023, the event was hosted at ASML in Eindhoven, with discussions centering on tokenization, compliance, and market evolution. A significant development occurred in 2024 when Dutch Blockchain Days merged with Dutch Blockchain Week. This consolidation created a single, unified "mega-event" at the Meervaart in Amsterdam, bringing together thousands of professionals from finance, technology, and Web3 sectors. ^[1]​

2025 Edition (7th Edition)

The seventh edition of Dutch Blockchain Week took place from May 19-25, 2025, in Amsterdam. ^[4] This edition continued the event's scaling efforts, featuring over 40 side events, including hackathons and award ceremonies, alongside the main summit at the Meervaart. ^[1]​

Key highlights from the 2025 event included:

• Institutional and Regulatory Dialogue: A notable panel featured representatives from ABN AMRO Bank N.V. and De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), the central bank of the Netherlands, discussing the convergence of traditional finance and blockchain. ^[2]
• Investment Focus: The week kicked off with a Digital Asset Investment Event organized in collaboration with ABN AMRO, focusing on Web3 investments. ^[2]
• Stablecoin Panel: A discussion titled "The Future of Stablecoins in a Changing Market" included panelists from StablR, Quantoz, and Fiat Republic. ^[2]
• VIP Night: An exclusive pre-conference networking event for C-level executives, sponsors, and speakers was held at Bidfood Nederland. ^[2]

Partners for the 2025 edition included Toobit (Platinum Partner) and Cryptic (Silver Partner and KOL Program Member). ^[4]​

The Dutch Blockchain Awards for 2025 recognized the following:

• Best Newcomer Award: Won by FreshMiners for their impact on the Web3 space. ^[2]
• Best KOL (Key Opinion Leader) Award: Won by Sjuul Follings for his contributions to educating the Dutch crypto community. ^[2]

Planned 2026 Edition (8th Edition)

The eighth edition of Dutch Blockchain Week is scheduled to take place from June 22–28, 2026, in Amsterdam. ^[3] Themed "Beyond Borders," this edition is planned to be the largest to date and will feature two major summits hosted at prominent Amsterdam locations, including the Johan Cruijff ArenA. ^[1] The flagship DBW Summit will take place on June 24–25, 2026, at the arena, offering two full days of panels, insights, and networking for institutional and professional attendees. The event aims to bring together influential figures from exchanges, banks, regulatory bodies, market makers, funds, and leading Web3 projects. ^[3]​

Ticket sales for the 2026 summit are scheduled to open to the public on January 5, 2026, with an exclusive presale for waitlisted individuals from January 1-4, 2026. The announced ticket tiers include Pro, VIP, Student, and a Combo ticket providing access to both the DBW Summit and the affiliated Litecoin Summit. ^[3]​

Event Structure

Dutch Blockchain Week is composed of several distinct components that run throughout the week, creating a comprehensive experience for attendees. ^[2]​

• Main Summits: These are the flagship conferences of the week. For the 2026 edition, two major summits are planned to serve as the central events. ^[1]
• Side Events: A wide array of community-driven ecosystem events, including meetups and workshops, are hosted by partners at various locations. Over 40 such events were part of the 2025 edition. ^{[1] [2]}
• The Dutch Blockchain Awards: An awards ceremony that recognizes significant projects, individuals, and contributions within the Dutch blockchain community. ^[2]
• Hackathon: A competitive event where developers and coders build innovative blockchain-based solutions and applications. ^[2]
• Networking and Themed Events: The week includes numerous opportunities for networking, such as exclusive dinners, a VIP Night for C-level executives, and specific events focused on investors and recruitment in the Web3 space. ^[2]
• Sporting Activities: The event also incorporates sports-related activities to engage the community in different settings. ^[1]

Key People and Organization

The organization behind Dutch Blockchain Week is headquartered in Amsterdam and is composed of a team of Web3 professionals, builders, and industry contributors. ^{[2] [1]}​

Sources provide conflicting information regarding the founders. The event's website copyright notice lists Glenn van der Poel and Ricardo V. as founders. ^[3] The organization's LinkedIn profile identifies Liande Visscher as the Founder, CEO, and Program Lead. ^[2]​

The core organizing team is listed as:

• Rudolf van Ee: Co-organizer & Head of Partnerships ^[1]
• Christiaan Jimmink: Co-organizer & Head of Marketing ^[1]
• Jan Scheele: Co-organizer, Curator of Program, and Finance ^[1]

Other individuals involved in the organization include Devin Schoor, Demian Poltorak, and Jim Niemeijer in partnerships and events roles. ^{[1] [2]}​

Partnerships and Sponsorships

Dutch Blockchain Week collaborates with a wide range of influential organizations in the global blockchain and digital asset industry, including major exchanges, financial institutions, technology companies, and regulatory bodies. ^[3]​

Notable partners and sponsors have included:

• Headline and Major Partners: Bitvavo, Bybit, OKX ^[3]
• Enterprise & Technology: Deloitte, Fireblocks, KrypC, ABN AMRO Bank N.V. ^{[3] [2]}
• Foundations and Protocols: Ethereum Foundation, Tezos (via Nomadic Labs), Quant ^[3]
• Other Notable Partners: United Nations, MEXC, Venture Nexus Capital, LunaPR ^[3]

For its 2025 edition, DBW partnered with Carbify to make its events carbon neutral, demonstrating a commitment to environmental impact through blockchain technology. ^[3]​

Partner Commentary

Leaders from partner organizations have commented on the event's significance.

• Camile Laupman, Senior Manager of Commercial Partnerships at headline sponsor Bitvavo, stated, "As a headline sponsor, we’re proud to support the Dutch blockchain ecosystem and contribute to conversations that move the industry forward... DBW25 offers a unique chance to connect with key people and ideas defining finance’s future." ^[3]
• Meyade Curfs, Senior Global Business Developer for Institutions at Bybit, noted, "The Dutch Blockchain Week has become a cornerstone event... it unites us as an industry, allowing us to collectively strengthen our presence and showcase the potential of blockchain on a larger scale." ^[3]
• Kim Schneider, Lead of Enterprise Web3 at Deloitte, said, "We’re thrilled to partner with DBW25, which offers a variety of events including a summit, hackathon, and sports activities. This diversity lets us engage deeply with clients and connect with new Web3 enthusiasts." ^[3]
• Roy van Krimpen, General Manager at OKX, remarked, "Dutch Blockchain Week has been invaluable in expanding OKX’s presence and connections within the local crypto community. The event’s energy and collaborative spirit perfectly align with our mission to drive innovation and adoption in the industry." ^[3]
• William ten Zijthoff, Co-Founder of Carbify, commented on their partnership, "We at Carbify are thrilled to partner with Dutch Blockchain Week to make their events carbon neutral. By joining forces, we’re demonstrating the power of blockchain to drive environmental impact." ^[3]