- The Global Blockchain Show 2026 showcases blockchain, Web3, and digital assets with 100+ international speakers
- The event is co-located with AI and Games shows for cross-industry collaboration
- The show anticipates to attract 10,000+ attendees of curated C-level audience with VC matchmaking and major government-backed initiatives
The Global Blockchain Show 2026 sets out to bring together some of the most influential voices in blockchain, Web3, and digital assets on June 29–30th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, positioning the Kingdom as a major hub for decentralized innovation.
A Premier Gathering for Blockchain Innovation
Brought forth by VAP Group and supported by The Times of Blockchain, the Global Blockchain Show builds on the success of its previous edition in Abu Dhabi, which attracted global investors and industry pioneers.
The upcoming Riyadh edition is expected to continue this momentum, offering a high-impact platform for collaboration, investment, and innovation in the rapidly evolving Web3 ecosystem.
A Strong Focus on Investment and Collaboration
With over 10,000 attendees, 100 speakers, and 100 exhibitors anticipated, the event is designed to connect startups, enterprises, and investors shaping the future of blockchain technology.
Riyadh’s rapid emergence as a blockchain hub—highlighted by thousands of new registrations—makes it an ideal location for discussions around national digital transformation and Vision 2030 initiatives.
Featured Speakers Driving the Web3 Narrative
The speaker lineup includes notable leaders across academia, government, and industry:
- Dr Abeer S Al-humaimeedy, Associate Professor at King Saud University, Director of Web3 and Blockchain Lab at King Saud University / Advanced Era
- Vit Jedlicka, President at Liberland
- Sultan Moraished, CTO at Red Sea Global
- Ogle, Co-Founder at Glue
- Billal Yamak, Chairman at Web3 Alliance of Saudi Arabia (WASA)
These and many more speakers will address key developments in blockchain adoption, decentralized governance, and digital asset ecosystems. As the event offers a highly curated environment focused on business outcomes and strategic partnerships, key highlights include:
- C-Suite Networking: Nearly half of attendees are founders or executives, ensuring high-value interactions
- VC Matchmaking Program: Connecting startups with sovereign wealth funds and global investors
- Government Engagement: Direct access to initiatives supporting Saudi Arabia’s digital economy
In a Nutshell
- Where: June 29–30th 2026
- When: TBA, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Tickets here
Importantly, a unique feature of the event is its co-location with the Global AI Show and Global Games Show. The ‘One Ticket Three Shows’ concept enables attendees to explore intersections between blockchain, AI, and gaming—three industries increasingly converging.
Kostiantyn is a freelance writer from Crimea but based in Lviv. He loves writing about IT and high tech because those topics are always upbeat and he’s an inherent optimist!
