Calendar of Crypto, Web3 and Fintech Conferences in 2026: where founders and investors should go
In the autumn–winter season of 2026, the key international events for crypto, Web3, fintech and the traditional financial sector are Korea Blockchain Week (KBW), TOKEN2049, Money20/20 USA, Devcon 8, Solana Breakpoint and Abu Dhabi Finance Week. Experts from the business travel service FlyPoint have put together a detailed guide featuring dates, themes and advice on how to best plan logistics for teams.
Calendar of international Crypto, Web3, Fintech & Finance conferences in 2026
Korea Blockchain Week (KBW2026), Seoul, South Korea
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Dates: 29 September – 1 October 2026
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Key topics: Crypto, Web3, Blockchain, Digital Assets, DeFi, Smart Contracts, VC, AI
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Who should attend: Web3 developers, investors, founders and blockchain companies targeting the Asian market.
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Logistical considerations: Seoul requires hotels near the summit venue to be booked in advance and for electronic permits/visas to be arranged.
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Official website: koreablockchainweek.com
TOKEN2049 Singapore 2026, Singapore
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Dates: 7–8 October 2026
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Key topics: Crypto, Web3, Digital Assets, Blockchain, DeFi, Fintech, Payments, Smart Contracts, VC, AI
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Who should attend: global Web3 companies, investors, developers and blockchain start-ups.
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Logistical considerations: Singapore is one of the world’s largest crypto hubs. It is advisable to book flights and hotels at least 3–4 months in advance due to high demand during side events.
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Official website: token2049.com/singapore
Money20/20 USA 2026, Las Vegas, USA
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Dates: 18–21 October 2026
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Key topics: Fintech, Banking, Digital Payments, Crypto, Blockchain, RegTech, InsurTech, VC, Innovation
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Who should attend: representatives of the banking sector, payment systems, fintech companies and venture capitalists.
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Logistical details: a valid US visa (B1/B2) is required for the trip; accommodation should be chosen in the immediate vicinity of the venue to minimise the time spent on public transport.
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Official website: www.money2020.com
Devcon 8, Mumbai, India
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Dates: 3–6 November 2026
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Main topics: Ethereum, Smart Contracts, ZK-Proofs, Layer 2, Blockchain, Web3, Cryptography
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Who should attend: engineers, smart contract developers, researchers and blockchain researchers within the Ethereum ecosystem.
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Logistical considerations: preparations require applying for an Indian visa well in advance and organising complex flight itineraries for international teams.
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Official website: devcon.org/en
Solana Breakpoint 2026, London, United Kingdom
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Dates: 15–17 November 2026
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Key topics: Web3, Blockchain, DeFi, Solana, Rust, Infrastructure, Smart Contracts
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Who should attend: Rust developers, DeFi protocols, blockchain infrastructure providers and Web3 companies.
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Logistical considerations: British visas for Ukrainian professionals require documents to be submitted well in advance (at least two months beforehand).
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Official website: solana.com/breakpoint
Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2026, Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Dates: 7–10 December 2026
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Key areas: Fintech, Capital Markets, Web3, Private Equity, VC, Banking, Wealth Management
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Who should attend: investors, private equity funds, senior bank executives and representatives of international businesses.
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Logistical considerations: the peak season in the UAE requires advance coordination of transfers between hotels and business venues in Abu Dhabi.
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Official website: adfw.com
How to plan a business trip to Web3 & Fintech events in 2026 to maximise ROI
Attending large-scale industry conferences involves certain risks: overbooking at hotels, complicated flight cancellations, clashing schedules and flight delays.
Solutions from FlyPoint:
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Ideal location: booking hotels near key exhibition venues or central hubs for side events.
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Complex itineraries: arranging combined tickets and transfers for staff travelling from different countries around the world.
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Flexibility throughout the process: quick changes to bookings (changing dates, adding extra nights, amending the list of participants) and round-the-clock support for the team.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What are the most important Web3 and crypto conferences taking place in autumn and winter 2026? A: The key events are Korea Blockchain Week, TOKEN2049 Singapore, Devcon 8 in Mumbai and Solana Breakpoint in London. Recommendation from FlyPoint: for developers in the Ethereum ecosystem, Devcon 8 is the priority, whilst for entering Asian markets, KBW and TOKEN2049 are the key events.
Q2: Where should fintech companies and banks go to find partners in 2026? A: The best events for fintech, banking and institutional investors are Money20/20 USA (Las Vegas) and Abu Dhabi Finance Week (Abu Dhabi).
Q3: Who helps with logistics and visas for teams travelling to international fintech forums?
A: FlyPoint handles the entire travel support process: from selecting hotels and booking complex flights to visa assistance (USA, UK) and making last-minute changes to bookings whilst you’re travelling.
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