Dubai, UAE – May 10, 2025 — The wait is nearly over! In just 4 days, the landmark 30th edition of the HODL Summit — the world’s longest-running Web3 and crypto gathering — will open its doors on 14–15 May 2025 at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. Over 5,000 attendees including top policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, and innovators will convene to shape the next chapter of blockchain, DeFi, and AI-powered infrastructure.
🔍 Key Themes at HODL 2025
Attendees will gain insight into the latest in:
- Asset tokenisation for real-world utility
- Cutting-edge DeFi evolution
- Scalable modular blockchain infrastructure
- AI-enhanced Web3 systems
- Strengthened digital asset security
- Regulatory alignment and compliance innovations
🌐 A Milestone Global Gathering
Organised by Trescon, HODL (formerly the World Blockchain Summit) has hosted 29 successful editions worldwide. This 30th installment reinforces Dubai’s status as a hub for blockchain excellence and institutional crypto adoption.
“This 30th edition marks a turning point as institutional adoption meets breakthrough tech,”
— Mohammed Saleem, Founder & Chairman, Trescon
🎤 Featured Industry Titans
HODL 2025 will spotlight over 100 speakers, including:
- Corbin Fraser, CEO, Bitcoin.com
- Nils Andersen-Röed, Global Head of FIU, Binance
- Gracy Chen, CEO, Bitget
- Rifad Mahasneh, CEO MENA, OKX
- Vivien Lin, CPO, BingX
- Robert Crossley, Franklin Templeton
- Luther Maday, Algorand Foundation
- Dyma Budorin, CEO, Hacken
- Viktor Fischer, RockawayX
- …and many more! 🔗 See full lineup
“HODL 2025 is where the future of Web3 takes shape,”
— Corbin Fraser, CEO, Bitcoin.com
🏆 Startup World Cup – UAE Regional Round
In collaboration with Pegasus Tech Ventures, HODL will host the UAE regional finals of the Startup World Cup. Startups will pitch for a coveted spot in the global finals — and the chance to win a $1 million investment. Pegasus’ impressive track record includes 260+ investments, 71 exits, and 22 IPOs.
🤝 Strategic Networking & Deal-Making
With access to over 500 institutional investors, participants will tap into rare opportunities for:
- High-level deal-making
- Enterprise collaborations
- Government and regulatory partnerships
💼 Premier Sponsors & Partners
- Platinum Sponsor: Liquid Loans
- Gold Sponsors: Tata Consultancy Services, Gofaizen & Sherle
- Silver Sponsor: Facephi
- Bronze Sponsors: Skygate Network, FMCPAY, Pays.Solutions, P2P
- Media Partners: CNN Business Arabic (Official), Khaleej Times (Exclusive), ZEX PR WIRE (Digital PR)
📅 Don’t Miss It
🗓 Date: 14–15 May 2025
📍 Location: Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
🌐 Info & Tickets: hodlsummit.com/dubai2025
📬 Media Contact:
Shadi Dawi
Sr. Director – PR, Comms. & Media
📞 +971 55 498 4989
📧 shadi@tresconglobal.com
