Future Blockchain Summit is a large blockchain exhibition and event in the MENA region, leveraging Dubai's position as a global Web3 hub. It brings together blockchain and crypto ecosystem stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and discuss advancements in the field. ^[1]

2025

Future Blockchain Summit will occur in Dubai Harbour from October 12 to 15. ^[1]

2024

Future Blockchain Summit 2024, held October 13–16 at Dubai Harbour, brought together over 1,200 investors, 120 exhibitors, and 150 speakers from more than 50 countries. Organized alongside events like Fintech Surge, Expand North Star, and GITEX Impact, the summit facilitated discussions on blockchain and Web3 advancements. Participants engaged in networking, attended masterclasses, and explored innovation through initiatives like the Supernova Challenge and the Investors Program & Forum. ^[2][3]

Speakers included industry leaders such as Mike Williams of Toobit, who addressed investment trends, and Matteo Eugenio Moretti of Codego Srl, who discussed blockchain's role in integrating crypto and fiat systems. The event highlighted global blockchain unicorns and major crypto exchanges, with contributions from figures like Yat Siu of Animoca Brands, who explored metaverse developments, and Marcel Kasumovich of Coinbase Asset Management, who provided insights for institutional investors. Companies such as Binance, Bitpanda, Fastex, BitOasis, and CoinMENA were also present, fostering collaboration across the blockchain ecosystem. ^[2][3]

2023

Future Blockchain Summit 2023, held from October 15–18 at Dubai Harbour, introduced a new concept to advance innovation in Web3, blockchain, crypto, NFTs, the metaverse, and gaming. Over four days, the event provided opportunities for networking, industry insights, and expert learning through academic masterclasses. Participants engaged in initiatives like the Supernova Challenge and the Investors Program & Forum, while the Web3 Gaming Showdown highlighted developments in blockchain-based gaming. ^[4][5]

The summit featured notable speakers from diverse sectors of the blockchain ecosystem. Yat Siu, co-Founder and executive chairman of Animoca Brands, shared insights on blockchain’s role in gaming and the metaverse, while Sébastien Borget, co-founder and COO of The Sandbox, explored developments in virtual worlds. Alex Chehade, executive director of Binance UAE, addressed regional crypto trends, and Lennix Lai, director of financial markets at OKX, provided perspectives on financial innovation. Dana Howell, founder of Metadana.io, and Carl Runefelt of The Moon Group brought forward their expertise in blockchain entrepreneurship and community building. ^[4][5]

2022

Future Blockchain Summit 2022 was the fifth edition of the MENA region's first and largest blockchain conference, held at Dubai World Trade Centre from October 10 to 13. It brought together global blockchain and technology professionals, entrepreneurs, and business leaders to discuss innovative trends and developments. The event featured insights from notable figures, including OG Arabian Prince, Aleksander Bornyakov, and Lennix Lai, alongside representatives from leading companies like BITMAIN and MicroStrategy. With participation from over 160 countries, the summit included panel discussions, keynote sessions, networking opportunities, and the Supernova Challenge, which spotlighted startup pitches. ^[6][7]

2021

Future Blockchain Summit 2021 was held from October 17 to 20 at Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together blockchain and crypto innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders for discussions, networking, and educational sessions. Co-located with events like GITEX Technology Week and Fintech Surge, the summit explored blockchain's transformative potential. Speakers included Akon, Nick Spanos, and Kristina Lucrezia Cornèr, alongside industry experts from Draper Goren Holm, Emirates Post Group, and the Blockchain Founders Fund. The event highlighted blockchain's disruptive role in technology and business innovation. ^[8]

2020

Future Blockchain Summit 2020, the event's third edition, was held on September 2–3 at Dubai World Trade Centre after being rescheduled from its original April dates due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. Smart Dubai hosted the summit on advancing blockchain business opportunities, drawing over 10,000 attendees from 132 countries. The event showcased projects and solutions from startups, enterprises, and governments. It introduced initiatives like the Business Hub for accelerating blockchain deals and Genesis, a learning platform for developers featuring tools like Hyperledger, Ethereum, and R3. ^[9]

2019

The 2019 Future Blockchain Summit, held in April at the Dubai World Trade Centre, brought together over 14,000 attendees, 175 exhibitors, and more than 120 speakers from across the globe. Hosted by Smart Dubai, the event highlighted blockchain’s potential through expert panels and discussions. Notable speakers included Nolan Bushnell, founder of Atari, who shared insights into gaming and blockchain; Navin Gupta of Ripple, addressing blockchain’s role in financial innovation; and Marta Piekarska from Hyperledger, who discussed ecosystem development. Dale Chrystie of FedEx explored blockchain’s impact on logistics, while Vinny Lingham, CEO of Civic, focused on digital identity solutions. ^[10][11]

2018

The first Future Blockchain Summit in May 2018, hosted by Smart Dubai, marked Dubai's ambition to become a global blockchain hub. The event brought together over 5,000 blockchain experts, technologists, thought leaders, 100+ exhibitors, and thousands of visitors. Key speakers included Brian Behlendorf of Hyperledger, Alex Tapscott, a blockchain investor and author, and Dr. Larry Sanger, co-founder of Wikipedia. Discussions centered on blockchain’s transformative potential across healthcare, urban planning, fintech, and tourism industries. The summit also showcased Dubai’s initiative to establish itself as a blockchain-driven city by 2020. ^[12]