August 2024 is packed with major and unique Web3 events happening all over the world. Crypto community members will have plenty of exciting opportunities to meet up and network.
The CP Media team has picked out the top Web3 industry events worth attending for professionals, enthusiasts, and casual users alike. There are 23 events in total, including crypto summits, conferences, exhibitions, hackathons, festivals, and more.
Note: We recommend double-checking information about specific events with the organizers before you plan on heading there.
BlockStart
Date: August 1–2.
Location: BAaD — Barras Art & Design, Glasgow, United Kingdom.
Event Type: summit.
BlockStart is positioned as the first major Scottish Web3 event. Topics include asset storage, decentralized finance (DeFi), corporate blockchain use cases, Web3 technologies, regulatory issues, and more. Featured speakers include industry leaders such as CEOs and senior managers from Web3 companies, payment systems, and government representatives.
CyberDSA 2024
Date: August 6–8.
Location: Kuala Lumpur Convention Center, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Event Type: exhibition and conference.
Cyber Defence and Security Asia 2024 (CyberDSA 2024) is a major international event dedicated to cybersecurity. It’ll feature industry leaders, including those specializing in Web3 project security. The second iteration of this event expects over 7,000 attendees from 20+ countries, and around 150 recognized experts will deliver talks and participate in panel discussions. Key topics include security in cryptocurrency, blockchain, and distributed databases.
At CyberDSA 2024, about 150 exhibitors will showcase innovative cybersecurity products across various sectors.
Asia Blockchain Summit
Date: August 6–8.
Location: Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2, Taipei, PRC.
Event Type: summit.
Asia Blockchain Summit (ABS 2024) is a major international event focused on Web3 technologies and artificial intelligence. ABS 2024 will host several parallel events, including:
- The Open Summit 2024;
- Plurality Summit;
- Web3 Game Con.
Notable speakers are:
- Vitalik Buterin, Co-Founder of Ethereum;
- Justin Sun, Founder of TRON Foundation;
- Steve Yun, President of TON Foundation, and many more.
Asia Blockchain Summit is an annual event. ABS 2024 aims to attract over 15,000 participants from 65+ countries.
Web3Conf India
Date: August 10–15.
Location: Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort, Cavelossim, India.
Event Type: conference and hackathon.
This global conference welcomes all members of the cryptocurrency community, regardless of blockchain network (chain-agnostic). Over six days, Hack Web3Conf will feature a two-day hackathon for Web3 developers, along with the main conference and various side events for relaxation and networking in the tropical resort atmosphere.
Canada Crypto Week
Date: August 11–17.
Location: Toronto, Canada.
Event Type: series of events.
Canada Crypto Week is a series of themed events, some taking place in the Canadian capital and others online. This recurring event includes meetups, summits, forums, conferences, exhibitions, hackathons, parties, and various activities. Detailed schedules and descriptions of the events are available on the Canada Crypto Week website.
Blockchain Futurist Conference
Date: August 13–14.
Location: Rebel Entertainment Complex & Cabana Pool Bar, Toronto, Canada.
Event Type: conference.
The Blockchain Futurist Conference is the centerpiece of Canada Crypto Week. It’s Canada’s largest conference on cryptocurrencies, blockchain, artificial intelligence, crypto ETFs, tokenization of real-world assets (RWA), traditional and decentralized finance (TradFi and DeFi), and Web3 industry regulation.
Featured speakers include:
- Anthony Di Iorio, Co-Founder of Ethereum and Founder of Decentral;
- Mike Silagadze, Co-Founder & CEO of EtherFi;
- Dean Skurka, President & CEO of WonderFi;
- Pegah Soltani, Head of Payments Products at Ripple;
- Ronghui Gu, Co-Founder of CertiK, and many others.
The conference will feature presentations on three stages, various workshops (including those for ETHToronto and ETHWomen participants), seminars, and different formats for relaxation and networking.
ETHToronto
Date: August 13–14.
Location: Rebel Entertainment Complex, Toronto, Canada.
Event Type: hackathon.
As part of Canada Crypto Week, there’ll be a major hackathon running from July 13 to August 21, mostly online. However, some events will be held offline during the Blockchain Futurist Conference. This will be a fantastic opportunity for hackathon participants to meet in person, enhance their skills, present and discuss their projects, network with industry leaders, make new connections, and possibly find exciting job opportunities. Hackers and developers can attend for free with prior registration.
ETHWomen
Date: August 13–14.
Location: Rebel Entertainment Complex, Toronto, Canada.
Event Type: women-only hackathon.
Similar to the previous event but exclusively for women, this hackathon includes team-based challenges and both technical and non-technical tasks. It’s open not only to developers but also to marketers, managers, designers, and other professionals. No prior experience is required, just a desire to participate.
Istanbul Blockchain Week
Date: August 13–14.
Location: Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center, Istanbul, Turkey.
Event Type: conference.
Istanbul Blockchain Week (IBW) is a major international event focused on various aspects of the Web3 industry. With Turkey’s crypto market rapidly evolving, IBW aims to be a significant driver of this growth. Key topics include:
- adoption of Web3 technologies;
- blockchain solutions in the corporate sector;
- government policies on digital assets;
- DeFi;
- evolution of smart contracts, etc.
Over 7,500 attendees are expected, including representatives from around 1,700 Web3 projects, more than 300 speakers, numerous influencers, and extensive media coverage.
Rare Evo
Date: August 15–17.
Location: Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, USA.
Event Type: exhibition and conference.
This large blockchain conference, organized by Rare Network, aims to combine the best elements of similar events. It features two days of talks, presentations, panel discussions, and product demos, culminating in a grand party. Notable speakers include:
- Charles Hoskinson, Founder of Cardano and Co-Founder of Ethereum;
- Willayna Banner, Head of Growth & Innovation at Microsoft;
- Sam Kazemian, Founder of Frax Finance, and many others.
Money Expo India
Date: August 17–18.
Location: Jio World Convention Center, Mumbai, India.
Event Type: conference and exhibition.
The largest thematic event in India focused on trading and FinTech technologies, combining a large financial conference with a tech exhibition. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore innovative online trading platforms and the latest FinTech solutions, as well as network with industry leaders and gain exclusive insights into the financial technology sector.
Web3 Summit 2024
Date: August 19–21.
Location: Funkhaus Berlin, Berlin, Germany.
Event Type: summit.
Web3 Summit invites the crypto community to collaborate in building a fully functional and user-friendly decentralized internet. This summit will be particularly interesting for developers and crypto enthusiasts. The program includes talks, presentations, workshops, and AMA sessions by recognized experts. Additionally, the event format allows for numerous small activities to run in parallel. Organizers promise there will always be a room available to hold meetings or hackathons, jot down ideas on a board, share them with other teams, and try to implement them on the spot.
Wyoming Blockchain Symposium 2024
Date: August 19–22.
Location: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole, Teton Village, USA.
Event Type: conference.
This exclusive event is organized by Kraken and the University of Wyoming’s Center for Blockchain and Digital Innovation. Key goals of the event include:
- optimizing government regulation of digital assets;
- forming a decentralized financial system;
- deeper institutional integration of blockchain infrastructure.
Attendance is by invitation only, which can be obtained through registration on the website. Among the invitees are 250 top investors, policymakers, and entrepreneurs interested in advancing the Web3 industry.
DAO TOKYO 2024
Date: August 21–22.
Location: Kanda Myojin Hall, Tokyo, Japan.
Event Type: conference.
A major event for members of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAO), organized by Fracton Ventures with support from industry leaders. The event will feature teams from over 50 DAOs and around 450 participants in total.
gamescom 2024
Date: August 21–25.
Location: Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany.
Event Type: gaming festival.
gamescom is the largest event in the gaming industry. It includes a massive exhibition, congress, presentations from top game developers, the gamescom award ceremony, and various entertainment activities. While Web3 games are not specifically highlighted in the announcements, such a significant event is sure to touch on this rapidly growing segment of the gaming industry.
CoinsPaid will also be present at the event. You can schedule a meeting with their representatives in advance on the website by clicking “Book a meeting.”
Coinfest Asia 2024
Date: August 22–23.
Location: Nuanu, Bali, Indonesia.
Event Type: festival.
Coinfest Asia is a large event expected to attract over 6,000 attendees from more than 65 countries, including representatives from over 2,000 blockchain projects and Web3 companies. Organizers promise a unique conference with a flexible structure, serving primarily as a platform for interaction and networking in an informal setting.
Universal Tech Expo 2024
Date: August 23–24.
Location: NUSTAR Convention Center Entrance, Cebu City, Philippines.
Event Type: exhibition and conference.
Universal Tech Expo offers a dynamic program including talks, panel discussions, and workshops on various topics such as Forex, FinTech, eSports, and cybersecurity. Special attention will also be given to cryptocurrency mining, blockchain technologies, and Web3 developments.
ETHTokyo
Date: August 23–26.
Location: Digital Garage, Tokyo, Japan.
Event Type: hackathon and conference.
ETHTokyo is a hackathon for members of the global Ethereum community, aimed at bringing together professionals with diverse experiences, ideas, and skills to work on innovative solutions in the Ethereum ecosystem. The hackathon will take place from August 23 to 25, followed by a large conference on the 26th featuring many industry thought leaders and respected blockchain experts, including Vitalik Buterin, who will join ETHTokyo online.
Baltic Honeybadger 2024
Date: August 24–25.
Location: Fantadroms, Riga, Latvia.
Event Type: conference.
Baltic Honeybadger is an intriguing event focused on Bitcoin, known for its “rebellious” character. The primary audience includes cypherpunks and passionate Bitcoiners. Notable speakers include Jack Dorsey and Adam Back, among many other prominent figures in the Bitcoin community.
Baltic Honeybadger is the main conference within Riga Bitcoin Week (RBW 2024). Other events in this series include:
- Introduction to Bitcoin;
- Freedom Unconference;
- Free Open-Source Self-hosted Payment Processor.
More details about the events planned for RBW 2024, which will take place from August 21 to 26, can be found on the Baltic Honeybadger website.
Security Token Offering Summit 2024
Date: August 26–27.
Location: Fujisoft Akiba Plaza, Tokyo, Japan.
Event Type: summit.
The Security Token Offering Summit 2024 is a major financial event focused on the tokenization of securities in the securitization market, as well as the broader FinTech industry. The event features an exhibition, conference, startup investment competition, digital art fair, and networking opportunities. Organizers aim to bring together global industry leaders to gain valuable insights into the latest trends and products, and to build and strengthen horizontal connections.
NFT Biarritz 2024
Date: August 26–30.
Location: Le Connecteur, Biarritz, France.
Event Type: exhibition and conference.
NFT Biarritz 2024, also known as SHAKA Biarritz, is a week-long event offering intensive networking with Web3 enthusiasts across various formats, including exhibitions, conferences, and numerous parties. The rich program includes workshops, startup challenges, prize draws, breakfasts, lunches, cocktails, and other activities, focusing on key areas of the Web3 industry.
Finance Magnates Pacific Summit
Date: August 27–29.
Location: ICC Sydney, Sydney, Australia.
Event Type: summit.
Finance Magnates Pacific Summit (FMPS) is a relatively large regional event aimed at fostering growth in the financial sector in the Asia-Pacific region. The focus includes cryptocurrencies, online trading, fintech, and payment technologies. The program features an exhibition, expert presentations, and networking opportunities.
WebX2024
Date: August 28–29.
Location: The Prince Park Tower Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
Event Type: conference.
WebX2024 is a major regional event dedicated to cryptocurrency assets, blockchain technologies, and other areas of the Web3 industry. Participants will have the chance to interact directly with industry companies, experts, entrepreneurs, investors, government officials, and media representatives from Japan and beyond. The event is organized by CoinPost, Japan’s leading Web3 media outlet.
