The 16th Global Blockchain Congress returns to Dubai as a premier investment-focused web3 event
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Global Blockchain Congress returns to Dubai on April 23–24 for its 16th edition, focusing on investment and deal-making.
The Global Blockchain Congress (GBC), hosted by Agora Group, returns to Dubai for its 16th edition, endorsing its position as one of the world’s most exclusive, investment-focused blockchain and digital asset events.
Taking place on April 23rd and 24th, 2026, the GBC will bring together leading investors, visionary founders, and senior industry decision-makers for two days of high-impact discussions, deal-making, and curated one-on-one meetings.
Building on the success of its previous editions in Dubai, London, Singapore, and Vietnam, the Global Blockchain Congress continues to deliver unmatched return on investment by connecting pre-qualified web3 projects with top-tier institutional investors in a closed-door, invitation-only environment.
Dubai: The natural home of web3 innovation
Dubai and the UAE continue to solidify their status as a global hub for blockchain and digital assets. With progressive regulation, strong government backing, and landmark initiatives such as the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), the UAE provides an ideal environment for responsible innovation and institutional adoption.
This supportive ecosystem – encouraged by entities such as DMCC Crypto Centre, ADGM, and RAK DAO, along with active regional venture capital participation – makes Dubai the natural home for the 16th Global Blockchain Congress.
Main discussion topics:
The 16th GBC program will explore the most pressing topics shaping the future of digital assets, including:
- UAE at the Forefront: Shaping the Future of Digital Assets
- Corporate Crypto: Navigating the Digital Asset Treasury Revolution
- Web3 Infrastructure 2.0: DePIN, AI Agents, & the Machine Economy
- Tokenized World: Real Assets, Real Returns
- Stablecoins & the Digital Dollar Era
- Funding Strategies for Crypto Ventures
- DeFi 2.0 and Institutional Adoption
- Emerging Investment Trends in Digital Assets
An exclusive, deal-driven experience
The 16th Global Blockchain Congress will host:
- 100+ institutional investors, venture capital firms, family offices, and hedge funds
- Carefully selected web3 and blockchain projects actively seeking funding
- Senior speakers and industry leaders from across the global digital asset ecosystem
- Curated one-on-one meetings, private roundtables, and high-level networking sessions
This highly selective format ensures every interaction is purposeful, enabling participants to build trust, explore synergies, and accelerate deal flow.
A proven legacy of impact
Leveraging the success of over 18 editions globally, the GBC has welcomed more than 5,200 attendees, facilitated 5,750+ pre-arranged one-on-one meetings, hosted 1,850+ investors, and helped close millions of dollars in deals for participating blockchain projects.
Learn more & participate
To learn more about the 16th Global Blockchain Congress or to inquire about participation as an investor, project, sponsor, or media partner, visit the official website.
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