May is traditionally one of the busiest months for the cryptocurrency and FinTech industries. In 2026, the final month of spring will again feature a packed agenda, with major international conferences, industry forums, and sector-focused summits taking place across the globe. Key topics include payment infrastructure, digital assets, regulation, tokenization, DeFi, and the development of the Web3 ecosystem.
The CP Media editorial team has compiled a list of the most important events in May 2026. These conferences and summits are relevant for professionals across FinTech companies, blockchain projects, and the banking sector. Separate selections are dedicated to events focused on the Bitcoin and Ethereum communities:
“Top 6 Major Bitcoin Community Events in May 2026”
“Key European Ethereum Events in May 2026”
Note: Event dates and locations are subject to change. It is recommended to verify details on the official websites of organizers before making travel plans. Events in the Middle East may also be postponed or canceled depending on the situation in the region.
RWA Summit Dubai 2026
Date: May 1
Location: Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai, UAE
Event Type: Summit
RWA Summit Dubai is a specialized conference focused on the tokenization of real-world assets and designed for institutional market participants. The event serves as a regional platform for discussing the integration of traditional finance with blockchain infrastructure.
The summit brings together representatives of investment funds, asset managers, regulators, and blockchain companies. Discussions cover the digital transformation of traditional asset classes, including real estate, commodities, and financial instruments, as well as the development of institutional tokenization infrastructure.
More than 1,000 delegates and around 200 investors are expected to attend, along with over 35 speakers. The program is built around dialogue between traditional financial institutions and the Web3 industry, with a focus on partnerships and investment opportunities in the RWA segment.
Digital Asset Yield Summit
Date: May 4
Location: USA Scrap Metal & Recycling, Miami, USA
Event Type: Summit
Digital Asset Yield Summit is an institutional event focused on yield generation in digital assets and the underlying blockchain infrastructure. The summit is part of the Staking Rewards event series held in major financial centers.
The event is designed for institutional participants, including asset managers, pension and sovereign funds, family offices, as well as infrastructure and custody providers. It offers access to a targeted audience and focuses on practical aspects of generating yield from digital assets.
The program is structured around three main areas:
- Market analysis and insights
- In-depth sessions on risk and compliance
- Curated networking with pre-selected participants
Key topics include:
- Institutional yield strategies
- Staking
- Risk management
- The role of stablecoins in settlements
- The use of AI in on-chain yield generation
The summit serves as a meeting point for capital and digital asset infrastructure providers.
AML Tallinn 2026
Date: May 5–6
Location: Swissôtel Tallinn, Tallinn, Estonia
Event Type: Conference
AML Tallinn 2026 is a Northern European conference focused on anti-money laundering, financial crime, and technology-driven solutions in financial security. The event brings together regulators, supervisory authorities, financial institutions, and technology companies to discuss key changes in financial oversight.
The main theme of the conference is strengthening financial integrity amid rising global risks, digitalization, and increasing cross-border activity. Key discussions cover the evolving AML framework in the EU, the role of supervisory authorities, and coordination between countries. Additional focus is placed on the practical implementation of regulation, including compliance requirements and supervisory strategies.
The program is divided into two days:
- Day 1 focuses on the European regulatory agenda, including the role of AMLA, supervisory mechanisms, and interaction between financial institutions and regulators.
- Day 2 covers financial crime, fraud prevention, cyber resilience, and enforcement, including dedicated sessions on crypto assets and blockchain analytics.
The conference is designed to support practical interaction between regulators and market participants in an increasingly complex financial environment.
CryptoProcessing by Coinspaid is an exclusive sponsor of The Nordic-Baltic AML / FinCrime & Tech Conference 2026 and will also take part in the event. Meetings with the team can be scheduled in advance via the company’s official website.
Consensus Miami 2026
Date: May 5–7
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami, USA
Event Type: Conference
Consensus Miami 2026 is the largest and one of the most influential events in digital assets, blockchain, and Web3, organized by CoinDesk. The conference has been held since 2015 and brings together participants from across the industry — from developers and founders to investors, banks, and regulators.
The event serves as a key B2B meeting point for the industry. The program includes more than 200 sessions and talks covering core areas such as:
- DeFi
- Tokenization
- Stablecoins
- Payment infrastructure
- Institutional adoption of digital assets
- The use of artificial intelligence
Additional focus is placed on scaling crypto infrastructure, integrating traditional financial institutions, and developing new economic models based on blockchain. Consensus is also a platform for discussing key changes shaping the global financial system.
CoinsPaid Media is an official media partner of Consensus Miami 2026.
HIPTHER Baltics: Riga 2026
Date: May 11
Location: Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga, Riga, Latvia
Event Type: Conference
HIPTHER Baltics: Riga 2026 is a regional industry summit focused on regulation, technology, and user protection in iGaming and FinTech. The event opens Baltic Tech Week and brings together professionals to discuss the intersection of regulation and digital innovation.
The 2026 edition is centered on cross-border compliance and user protection. Discussions cover the development of regulatory frameworks in the Baltics and across Europe, as well as practical aspects of operating under increasingly complex compliance requirements.
Participants include regulators, legal advisors, compliance specialists, and representatives of technology companies. The format features panel discussions, practical sessions, and networking with key players in the regional market.
CoinsPaid Media is an official media partner of HIPTHER Baltics: Riga 2026.
Bermuda Digital Finance Forum
Date: May 11–14
Location: Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, Bermuda
Event Type: Conference
Bermuda Digital Finance Forum is an international conference focused on digital finance and artificial intelligence. The event brings together industry participants to discuss the development of financial technologies.
The conference is focused on advancing the adoption of digital financial solutions, fostering dialogue around digital transformation, and building professional networks. Participants can attend technology showcases, themed sessions, and one-on-one meetings.
Speakers include representatives of crypto companies, investment funds, and government institutions, including:
- E. David Burt, Premier, Government of Bermuda
- Anthony Scaramucci, Founder & Managing Partner, SkyBridge
- Denelle Dixon, Chief Executive Officer / Executive Director, Stellar Development Foundation
- Arjun Sethi, Co-CEO, Kraken / Payward
- Sandy Kaul, Executive Vice President, Head of Innovation, Franklin Templeton
- Raja Chakravorti, Chief Business Officer, Stellar Development Foundation
- Anthony Bassili, President, Coinbase Asset Management
- Maxime Seiler, CEO, STS Digital
The event brings together industry leaders to discuss the future of decentralized financial infrastructure and the integration of digital technologies into traditional markets.
Web Summit Vancouver
Date: May 11–14
Location: Vancouver Convention Centre, Vancouver, Canada
Event Type: Conference
Web Summit Vancouver is one of the largest technology events in the world, bringing together a global community of entrepreneurs, investors, technology leaders, and media. The conference is part of the global Web Summit series and serves as a platform for shaping discussions around technology and innovation.
More than 20,000 attendees from over 100 countries are expected, including more than 1,500 startups and 700 investors. The event focuses on building international business connections and fostering collaboration between startups, investors, and corporations. Organizers emphasize partnership development, investment opportunities, and knowledge sharing across the global tech ecosystem.
The program features talks and discussions on key areas of the technology industry, including artificial intelligence, innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation. It also includes an exhibition area, meetings, and networking activities aimed at creating new business connections.
Baltic Fintech Days
Date: May 12–13
Location: Hanzas Perons, Riga, Latvia
Event Type: Conference
Baltic Fintech Days is a major FinTech event in the Baltic region, bringing together local companies with international investors, partners, and industry professionals. The conference supports innovation and collaboration within the European FinTech ecosystem.
The 2026 program focuses on transforming customer experience and the practical application of technology in financial services. Discussions cover key areas of the industry, including payment infrastructure, digital assets, regulation, cybersecurity, and the use of data and artificial intelligence.
More than 60 sessions and over 100 speakers are scheduled, along with a series of side events across the city.
Coinspaid also plans to attend Baltic Fintech Days in Riga. Meetings with the team can be scheduled in advance via the company’s official website.
Digital Assets Forum Abu Dhabi 2026
Date: May 13
Location: Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Event Type: Forum
Digital Assets Forum Abu Dhabi is an institutional forum focused on digital assets and their integration into the traditional financial system. The event is organized by European Blockchain Convention and is designed for institutional participants, including banks, asset managers, funds, and regulators.
The forum focuses on the practical adoption of digital assets within the established regulatory framework of the UAE. Key discussions cover institutional adoption, the development of market infrastructure, and the interaction between traditional finance and blockchain technologies.
The program includes more than 50 sessions covering core industry areas such as tokenization of real-world assets, stablecoins, payment infrastructure, custody solutions, and the integration of DeFi with traditional finance. Additional topics include regulation, risk management, and institutional investment strategies.
The format includes panel discussions, closed-door sessions, one-on-one meetings, and dedicated networking areas. The forum is designed to support partnerships, investment discussions, and the growth of the institutional digital asset market.
CoinsPaid Media is an official media partner of Digital Assets Forum Abu Dhabi 2026.
Digital Assets Week New York 2026
Date: May 13–14
Location: Deutsche Bank Center, New York, USA
Event Type: Conference
Digital Assets Week New York is an institutional conference focused on digital assets and the tokenization of financial markets. The event is centered on the practical adoption of digital assets and brings together participants from traditional finance and the blockchain industry.
The conference covers the transformation of capital markets — from issuance and market structure to settlement, custody, liquidity, and regulation. Discussions focus on the commercial application of tokenization and the integration of digital assets into existing financial infrastructure.
Participants include brokers, representatives of banks, investment funds, technology platforms, and regulators. Access to the conference is by invitation only.
Digital Assets Summit 2026
Date: May 13–14
Location: Convene 200 Aldersgate, London, UK
Event Type: Summit
Digital Assets Summit is an international conference by Financial Times focused on digital assets and their integration into the traditional financial system. The event brings together institutional participants, investors, and technology companies to discuss the intersection of crypto and traditional finance.
The agenda reflects the industry’s shift toward institutional adoption. Key topics include:
- Institutional adoption of digital assets
- Geopolitics and regulation
- Scalability of blockchain infrastructure
- The role of real-world asset tokenization in improving liquidity and reshaping ownership models
Balkans Crypto 2026
Date: May 16–17
Location: Hotel Splendid Conference & Spa Resort, Budva, Montenegro
Event Type: Conference
Balkans Crypto is a regional Web3 conference and one of the key industry events in Southeast Europe. The event focuses on developing the regional blockchain ecosystem and integrating local markets into the global digital asset industry.
The conference brings together founders, developers, investors, and infrastructure companies working with digital assets and Web3. Discussions focus on the practical application of blockchain technologies and market development across the Balkan region.
AIM Summit London 2026
Date: May 18–19
Location: Tobacco Dock, London, UK
Event Type: Summit
AIM Summit London is an international summit focused on alternative investments and global financial markets. The event has been held since 2015 and is designed for institutional participants, including asset managers, funds, family offices, and sovereign wealth funds.
The summit brings together a limited number of delegates, allowing for more focused discussions and the development of investment strategies.
The program includes panel discussions, closed-door roundtables, and thematic sessions covering current economic challenges, global markets, and investment opportunities. It also features discussions focused on practical insights and macroeconomic trends.
Stablecon EMEA 2026
Date: May 19–20
Location: IPG Mediabrands, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Event Type: Conference
Stablecon EMEA is the regional edition of the global Stablecon conference series, focused on stablecoins, digital payments, and financial infrastructure. The event brings together participants from Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, including representatives of the financial sector, crypto industry, and regulators.
Key topics include:
- The role of stablecoins in the global financial system
- Development of payment infrastructure
- Adoption of programmable money
- Economic policy and regulation
- Scaling solutions based on digital assets
More than 1,000 delegates are expected to attend, along with over 100 speakers, including senior executives from financial and technology companies.
Digital Money Summit 2026
Date: May 19–20
Location: TBA, London, UK
Event Type: Summit
Digital Money Summit is an international event focused on digital assets and the transformation of payment infrastructure. The summit brings together representatives of central banks, regulators, financial institutions, and technology companies.
Discussions cover new forms of money, including stablecoins and tokenized deposits, and their role in the financial system. The program also explores the use of blockchain in payments and financial markets, crypto regulation, and the evolving role of central banks.
The summit is designed to support practical dialogue between the public and private sectors. Sessions focus on how market participants are adapting to the changing payments landscape and on developing secure and regulated digital financial infrastructure.
VI3NNA Congress 2026
Date: May 19–20
Location: MQ Libelle, Vienna, Austria
Event Type: Congress
VI3NNA Congress is a European event focused on digital assets, blockchain technologies, and regulation, bringing together regulators, financial institutions, and technology companies.
Key areas of the event include the shift from policy and infrastructure discussions to the practical implementation of digital assets. The program emphasizes collaboration between regulators, financial institutions, and technology companies.
The agenda is structured around five core pillars:
- Adoption
- Regulation
- Infrastructure
- Transparency
- Innovation
The format includes talks, discussions, and collaborative sessions among participants.
Global RegTech Summit 2026
Date: May 20
Location: Convene 133 Houndsditch, London, UK
Event Type: Summit
Global RegTech Summit is a specialized event focused on regulatory technology (RegTech), bringing together professionals in compliance, risk management, and financial security. The summit is organized by FinTech Global as part of RegTech Week and attracts participants from around the world.
More than 1,000 delegates and over 100 speakers are expected, including representatives of financial institutions, regulators, and technology companies. The program focuses on the practical application of technology in regulation.
Key topics include:
- The use of artificial intelligence in compliance
- Automation of KYC processes
- Communications monitoring
- Tools for combating financial crime
The event features talks, panel discussions, and networking. It is focused on sharing practical experience and implementing technology solutions in response to increasing regulatory pressure.
CoinsPaid Media is an official media partner of the Global RegTech Summit 2026.
Southeast Asia Blockchain Conference 2026
Date: May 20–21
Location: ICONSIAM, Bangkok, Thailand
Event Type: Conference
Southeast Asia Blockchain Conference is the flagship event of Southeast Asia Blockchain Week, a series of events focused on the development of the Web3 ecosystem and digital assets in the region. The conference brings together industry participants, including developers, startups, investors, and institutional players.
The program focuses on the practical application of blockchain technologies and the growth of the regional ecosystem.
Key topics include:
- Regulation
- Institutional adoption of digital assets
- Real-world asset (RWA) tokenization
- Blockchain infrastructure
- The use of artificial intelligence (AI)
The event features talks, panel discussions, and networking. It brings together local and international participants interested in developing projects and partnerships across Southeast Asia.
Nordic Fintech Summit 2026
Date: May 20–22
Location: Wanha Satama, Helsinki, Finland
Event Type: Summit
Nordic Fintech Summit is a key FinTech event in Northern Europe, bringing together regional companies with international players, investors, and financial institutions.
The program covers a wide range of topics, from payment infrastructure and digital banking to RegTech, cybersecurity, data, and analytics. Dedicated networking sessions focus on embedded finance, tokenized assets, and the role of digital assets in the financial system.
Nordic Blockchain Conference 2026
Date: May 26–27
Location: Epicenter, Stockholm, Sweden
Event Type: Conference
Nordic Blockchain Conference is one of the largest conferences in Northern Europe focused on blockchain technologies and the development of the Web3 sector, organized by the Nordic Blockchain Association. The event brings together participants from the digital asset industry, financial sector, technology, and regulation.
Now in its eighth edition, the conference gathers more than 1,200 participants and over 120 speakers, including developers, investors, regulators, and entrepreneurs.
The program focuses on:
- Development of new technologies
- Regulation and policy development
- Digital finance
The format includes talks, panel discussions, workshops, and side events. It also highlights practical use cases and collaboration among market participants, including discussions on custody infrastructure, yield, and next-generation investment products.
NEXT Summit Valletta 2026
Date: May 27–28
Location: Mediterranean Conference Centre, Valletta, Malta
Event Type: Summit
NEXT Summit Valletta is an industry event focused on the iGaming sector, bringing together operators, affiliates, technology companies, investors, and regulators each year.
The summit takes place as part of a broader event week that includes thematic summits, side events, and informal networking. Around 6,000 delegates are expected, including operators, solution providers, startups, and investors.
The program features talks and discussions on key industry topics, including:
- Development of iGaming markets
- Marketing and user acquisition
- Regulation
- Adoption of new technologies
- Partnership models, investment strategies, and the use of cryptocurrencies in the industry
Coinspaid also plans to attend the NEXT Summit Valletta 2026. Meetings with the team can be scheduled in advance via the company’s official website.
Crypto Valley Conference 2026
Date: May 28–29
Location: Hochschule Luzern, Rotkreuz, Switzerland
Event Type: Conference
Crypto Valley Conference is one of the key blockchain events in Switzerland, bringing together researchers, technology companies, and business leaders. Now in its eighth edition, the conference focuses on connecting academic research, technological development, and real-world applications of blockchain.
The program includes more than 40 talks and workshops featuring international experts.
Confirmed speakers include:
- Pascal Gauthier, CEO, Ledger
- Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation
- Thomas Moser, Member of the Governing Board, Swiss National Bank
- Frederik Gregaard, CEO, Cardano Foundation
- Dominic Williams, Founder & Chief Scientist, DFINITY Foundation
- Alfonso Gomez, CEO, BBVA Switzerland
- Payal Shah, Director of Equity and Cryptocurrency Products, CME Group
- Ambre Soubiran, CEO, Kaiko
- Franz Bergmueller, CEO, AMINA Bank
The event will also feature panel discussions and product showcases from companies working in the blockchain space.
Unchained Summit 2026
Date: May 28–29
Location: Furama Resort, Da Nang, Vietnam
Event Type: Summit
Unchained Summit Vietnam is a two-day event focused on the Web3 ecosystem, digital assets, and blockchain technologies. It brings together global market participants, including founders, investors, infrastructure providers, and representatives of the public sector.
The summit focuses on the practical adoption of technologies and key industry trends. The program covers institutional adoption of crypto assets, real-world asset tokenization, the development of DeFi, and the role of artificial intelligence in Web3.
More than 1,000 participants are expected, including around 250 investors and over 70 speakers. The event emphasizes partnership building and the development of the digital asset market in Southeast Asia.
