Paris Blockchain Week Showcases the Impressive Progress and Innovation of Web3
Paris, France, April 17th, 2024, Chainwire
The recently concluded 5th edition of Paris Blockchain Week, a premier international conference dedicated to blockchain and Web3, stood out as Europe’s largest gathering of visionaries, innovators, and experts from across the globe.
This year’s event witnessed a remarkable turnout, with over 9,000 attendees and 500 speakers, including notable figures like Richard Teng from Binance, Denelle Dixon from the Stellar Development Foundation, Jeremy Allaire from Circle, Tim Draper from Draper Associates, DFJ, and Draper Venture Network, Davidi Marcus from Lightspark, Jan Van Eck from Van Eck, Brad Garlinghouse from Ripple, and Silvio Micali, the Founder of Algorand, among others.
The success of Paris Blockchain Week underscored the significant advancements and maturity across various sectors within Web3, encompassing areas such as Open Finance, Tech Builders, Corporate Web3, Public Policy, and Enterprise Blockchain.
Marina Ferrari, the French Secretary of State for Digital Affairs, commended the event, stating, “If the Paris Blockchain Week has become an unmissable event in Europe – and beyond – for the Web3 sector, it is obviously thanks to its organizers who bring together every year, in the heart of our capital, the best players in the crypto ecosystem and its future nuggets.”
Emmanuel Fenet, CEO of Paris Blockchain Week, expressed his delight at the overwhelming success of the 5th edition, highlighting the diverse participation from over 85 countries and emphasizing the global interest and investment in blockchain technology.
The event also featured the Paris Blockchain Week Investors and Founders Day, attracting leading crypto investors and startup talents who engaged in networking, fundraising, and collaboration to shape the future of Web3 technology and infrastructure.
Moreover, the event showcased the second annual START IN BLOCK startup competition, where more than 800 promising Web3 startups competed for funding and recognition. The top startups gained visibility and the opportunity to feature on Tim Draper’s renowned TV show, Meet The Drapers.
The event’s discussions delved into the growing strength of Web3, with key insights shared by industry pioneers like Jan van Eck, CEO of VanEck, who discussed the potential for Bitcoin ETFs to attract institutional investments as the sector continues to evolve.
Paris Blockchain Week also recognized notable innovators and projects through its second annual Awards Ceremony, acknowledging contributions to the Web3 industry in categories such as Best Brand Initiative, Best Blockchain for Social Impact, Best Regulatory Innovation, and Best Web3 Personality of the Year.
Looking ahead, the next edition of Paris Blockchain Week is scheduled for April 8-10, 2025, at the Carrousel du Louvre, with preparations already underway to bring together a diverse range of sponsors, speakers, and partners.
For more information about the event and related activities, visit Paris Blockchain Week.
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