Paris, France, April 17th, 2024, Chainwire
The conclusion of the 5th edition of Paris Blockchain Week, the prominent international conference dedicated to blockchain and Web3, and Europe’s largest assembly of thought leaders, innovators, and experts from across the globe, has been reached.
This year’s conference witnessed a remarkable turnout, with over 9,000 participants and more than 500 speakers, including notable figures such as Richard Teng, the CEO of Binance, Denelle Dixon, CEO & Executive Director of the Stellar Development Foundation, Jeremy Allaire, the Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Circle, Tim Draper, the Founder and Managing Partner at Draper Associates, DFJ, and Draper Venture Network of Draper Associates, Davidi Marcus, the CEO & Co-Founder of Lightspark, Jan Van Eck, the CEO of Van Eck, Brad Garlinghouse, the CEO of Ripple, Silvio Micali, the Founder of Algorand, and various other key personalities in the industry.
The highly successful Paris Blockchain Week showcased the rapid advancements and maturation of various sectors within Web3, encompassing distinct domains such as Open Finance, Tech Builders, Corporate Web3, Public Policy, and Enterprise Blockchain.
The event was graced by the presence of Marina Ferrari, French Secretary of State for Digital Affairs, who lauded the organizers for establishing Paris Blockchain Week as a pivotal event in the European Web3 sector. She highlighted the conducive environment for foreign investment in France, attributing it to the dynamic tech ecosystem, talent pool, renowned research and training facilities, and a stable regulatory framework.
Emmanuel Fenet, CEO of Paris Blockchain Week, expressed delight at the overwhelming success of the 5th edition, emphasizing the record-breaking participation from over 85 countries. He underscored the global interest and investment in blockchain technology, emphasizing the value derived from the diverse speaker lineup, insightful discussions, and the introduction of innovative technologies.
A Hub for Capital and Startup Talent
The return of Paris Blockchain Week Investors and Founders Day attracted leading crypto investors, industry founders, venture capitalists, DAO representatives, and startup teams, fostering connections, fundraising opportunities, deal closures, and collaborations to shape the future of Web’s upcoming technological landscape.
A highlight of the PBW Investors and Founders Day was the second annual START IN BLOCK startup competition, where more than 800 promising Web3 startups competed for investor attention. This platform showcased numerous startups with high growth potential, contending for $10 million in prizes, grants, funding, and credits from this year’s sponsors and partners.
The winning startups gained a unique opportunity to enhance their visibility by appearing on stage with renowned investor Tim Draper at his globally viewed TV Show: Meet The Drapers.
The Ascendancy of Web3
Against the backdrop of Bitcoin’s strong performance leading up to the event, discussions revolved around the significant growth potential throughout the remainder of the year. Jan van Eck, CEO of VanEck, highlighted the role of Bitcoin ETFs in attracting capital inflows, noting the anticipation of institutional investors entering the market as Bitcoin matures further.
The event featured insights from blockchain pioneers, offering a glimpse into the future trends of Web3. Tim Draper emphasized the value of decentralization in establishing trust within business frameworks, while Circle’s Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Policy, Dante Disparte, commended USDC’s rapid integration with traditional payment processors as a measure of stablecoin success.
Binance’s CEO, Richard Teng, advocated for a more regulatory-friendly approach, steering the world’s largest crypto exchange towards sustainability and compliance.
Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Animoca Brands & Founder and CEO of Outblaze, described Paris Blockchain Week as both exciting and profoundly significant, highlighting its unique positioning at the intersection of NFTs and digital cultural artifacts.
Celebrating Blockchain’s Innovators
The closure of the event featured the second annual Paris Blockchain Week Awards Ceremony, recognizing individuals and projects for their innovations, contributions, and leadership in the Web3 industry:
- Best Brand Initiative of the Year – Circle
- Best Blockchain for Social Impact – OpenFood Chain
- Best Regulatory Innovation in Blockchain – Tokenize
- Best Web3 Personality of the Year – Sergey Nazarov, co-founder of Chainlink
Upcoming Events
The forthcoming edition of Paris Blockchain Week is scheduled for April 8-10 at the Carrousel du Louvre, with sponsors, speakers, and partners already confirming their participation. Early-bird tickets are now available.
Chain Of Events, the organizing entity behind Paris Blockchain Week, successfully hosted its inaugural RAISE event on April 8, focusing on Generative AI for Enterprise. The event’s resounding success has paved the way for a larger-scale event on July 8 and 9, 2025, at the Carrousel du Louvre. For more information, visit: RAISE Summit Website
For event photos, please visit: Event Photos
About Paris Blockchain Week
Paris Blockchain Week stands as a prominent entity in the blockchain/web3 domain, dedicated to fostering innovation, collaboration, and knowledge exchange. As a premier event platform, it brings together a diverse array of stakeholders to explore the potential of blockchain technology and its transformative impact on various sectors.
The 5th edition, held at the Carrousel du Louvre from April 9-11, witnessed over 9,000 attendees and 500+ speakers, including key figures such as Richard Teng, CEO of Binance, Kingsley Coman, International French Footballer and Lingo ambassador, Jeremy Allaire, Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Circle, Tim Draper, Founder and Managing Partner at Draper Associates, DFJ, and Draper Venture Network of Draper Associates, Blaise Matuidi, Football Legend and Web3 investor and Chiliz ambassador, Marina Ferrari, French Secretary of State for Digital Affairs, Davidi Marcus, CEO & Co-Founder of Lightspark, Jan Van Eck, CEO of Van Eck, Arianna Simpson, General Partner of Andreessen Horowitz, Ryan Selkis, Co-Founder & CEO of Messari, Mo Shaikh, Co-Founder & CEO of Aptos, Verena Ross, Chair of the European Securities and Markets Authority of ESMA (European Securities and Market Activities), Eric Anziani, President and COO of Crypto.com, Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, Jiten Varu, Head of FinTech & Web3 – Industry Leader EMEA of Amazon Web Services, Karina Fernandez, General Manager of Emerging Digital Technologies of Shell, and many more.
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