Dutch Blockchain Week 2025 is fast approaching, poised as one of Europe’s premier blockchain and Web3 events. Now in its sixth year, it has become an essential gathering for global crypto and Web3 experts and enthusiasts. The event features over 20 high-profile side events hosted by leading exchanges such as Bitvavo, Bybit (powered by SATOS), and others, comparable in scale to Token2049. However, the centerpiece remains the Dutch Blockchain Week Summit. The Summit, taking place May 21–22 at De Meervaart in Amsterdam, serves as the central hub for partners, policymakers, and key industry players. This flagship two-day conference offers a diverse range of perspectives, bringing together speakers from regulatory bodies like the EU, tier 1 exchanges, renowned funds, and more. Confirmed speakers include Constantijn van Oranje (Techleap), Sjuul Follings (AltcryptoGems), Brian Gahan (Kraken), Eoin Kearns (Moonpay), Meyade Curfs (Bybit), and Mark Jennings (Gemini), with additional names to be announced soon. This dynamic roster positions the Summit as one of Europe’s most influential blockchain conferences. Attendees can also engage in interactive breakout sessions scheduled between keynotes and fireside chats—Day 1 from 11:55 to 12:55 and Day 2 from 12:20 to 13:20—covering a broad spectrum of industry topics to provide value for participants from all sectors. A key feature is the Exhibition Zone at De Meervaart, where partners connect with attendees in a welcoming environment designed for discovery, networking, and meaningful dialogue.

It presents opportunities for exploring new collaborations and understanding leading industry initiatives. New for DBW25 is the Startup Pitch Arena, offering emerging blockchain startups a live platform to pitch in front of venture capitalists, ecosystem builders, and media representatives. This provides startups with visibility, feedback, and potential partnerships to scale their projects. Also returning are the Dutch Blockchain Awards, honoring exceptional contributions across the ecosystem. Categories this year include Best Newcomer, Best KOL, Best Fund, Impactful Person, Meaningful Education, BCNL Community, Best Media Platform, and Best Exchange/Broker. These awards highlight rising talent and established leaders shaping Web3’s future. Voting is open at blockchain. computable. nl/stem. All Summit attendees receive complimentary lunch and refreshments on both days, ensuring they remain energized for networking and discussions. The event is backed by major industry players, with Bitvavo as Main Partner, supported by Bybit (powered by SATOS), OKX, Coinbase, Kraken, Fireblocks, Talos, and VanEck. These partners will actively participate across the Summit floor, side events, workshops, and speaker sessions. As the final countdown begins, Dutch Blockchain Week 2025 stands out as one of Europe’s most comprehensive and engaging Web3 experiences—whether you’re attending for the keynotes, networking, startup exposure, or to remain at the forefront of the blockchain ecosystem.