Dubai, UAE – May 14, 2025 — The wait is over. Today marks the official opening of HODL Summit 2025, the world’s longest-running Web3 and crypto event, taking center stage at the stunning Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai. Organized by Trescon, this landmark 30th global edition welcomes over 5,000 international leaders across blockchain, decentralized finance (DeFi), artificial intelligence (AI), and digital asset infrastructure — all gathered to map the next phase of the decentralized digital economy.
Formerly known as the World Blockchain Summit, HODL Summit has evolved into a flagship platform where institutional adoption converges with breakthrough technologies. With Dubai rapidly emerging as a leading tech hub, the city serves as the perfect backdrop for this milestone event.
“This 30th edition marks a turning point as institutional adoption meets breakthrough tech,” said Mohammed Saleem, Founder & Chairman of Trescon.
Today’s Agenda: Web3’s Future in Focus
HODL Summit 2025 launches with a power-packed schedule of visionary keynotes, strategic panels, and cutting-edge debates focused on the evolution of Web3. Key topics include:
- Asset Tokenization: Leveraging blockchain to unlock real-world economic value
- Next-Gen DeFi: Expanding the scalability and usability of decentralized finance
- Modular Blockchain Infrastructure: Enabling flexible, scalable systems
- AI x Web3 Synergies: Exploring the fusion of intelligent systems and decentralization
- Digital Asset Security: Advancing trust and transparency in crypto markets
- RegTech & Compliance: Crafting frameworks for responsible Web3 adoption
Star-Studded Lineup: 100+ Global Thought Leaders
Today’s sessions will feature top-tier speakers and decision-makers from across the crypto, fintech, and institutional investment space, 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
Explore the full agenda and speaker list at hodlsummit.com
“HODL 2025 is where the future of Web3 takes shape,” said Corbin Fraser of Bitcoin.com.
Startup World Cup: UAE Finals Kick Off
Today also features the UAE finals of the Startup World Cup, hosted in partnership with Pegasus Tech Ventures. Start-ups will compete live for a coveted spot in the global finals and the chance to win a $1 million investment prize. With Pegasus’ legacy of over 260 investments, 71 exits, and 22 IPOs, this pitch competition is expected to spark high-impact partnerships.
Capital, Collaboration, and Connections
With 500+ institutional investors attending, the summit is poised to facilitate major deals across:
- Blockchain and FinTech innovation
- Enterprise adoption of Web3 solutions
- Regulatory cooperation and infrastructure alignment
Key Sponsors and 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)
Join the Movement
📅 Date: May 14–15, 2025
📍 Venue: Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
🎟️ Details & Tickets: hodlsummit.com/dubai2025
Web3’s next chapter is being written today in Dubai. Are you ready to HODL?
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