Global Tech Leaders Unite to Shape the Future of Blockchain and Web3 Innovation

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia  ·  29–30 June 2026

Following the successful event in Abu Dhabi, Riyadh is set to become the next “Mecca of Blockchain” as the Global Blockchain Show makes its landmark return. The global event will take place on the 29–30th of June 2026 in Riyadh, commemorating the attendance of industry stalwarts and thought leaders across the Web3 industry. It will provide an innovative platform where cutting-edge technologies collide with the worlds of business and finance.

Organized by VAP Group in collaboration with the Times of Blockchain, the Global Blockchain Show is anticipated to gather over 10,000 delegates alongside more than 250 speakers, 200 exhibitors, and 300+ media representatives. The event will engage delegates through keynote lectures, panels, and workshops offering direct exposure to the latest tools and platforms available in the blockchain world.

Speakers who have previously graced the podium include a prestigious roster of international leaders and blockchain innovators: H.E. Justin Sun, Ambassador and former Permanent Representative of Grenada to the WTO and Founder of TRON, HTX, and Liberland; Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Animoca Brands; Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and CEO of the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC); and John Lilic, CEO of Hilbert Group.

Further distinguished speakers have included Dr. Marwan Alzarouni, CEO of Dubai Blockchain Center and CEO of AI at Dubai Economy & Tourism; Jason Allegrante, Chief Legal & Compliance Officer at Fireblocks; Rachel Conlan, CMO at Binance; Sunny Lu, CEO of VeChain; Abdulla Al Dhaheri, CEO at Abu Dhabi Blockchain Center; and investor Murad Mahmudov.

The event agenda presents two power-packed days of forward-thinking discussions, expert-led sessions, and networking opportunities designed to explore the evolving landscape of blockchain, Web3, and emerging technologies.

• In-depth Panels & Keynotes: Covering blockchain innovation, scalability, security, and real-world adoption across industries.
• Technology Insights: Exploring intersections with artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and the metaverse to understand the next wave of digital transformation.
• Ecosystem Development: Examining collaborative strategies that drive global Web3 growth, infrastructure advancement, and sustainable innovation.
• Networking Opportunities: Facilitating meaningful connections among policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, and technology enthusiasts.

Across both days, the agenda delivers a comprehensive look at how decentralization, creativity, and technological progress are redefining the future of digital economies worldwide.

As Riyadh transforms itself into a hub for tech advancement, the Global Blockchain Show reinforces the city’s commitment to supporting emerging technologies and fostering global collaboration. The mix of expertise, innovation, and opportunity makes the Global Blockchain Show an unmissable event on the tech calendar.