12th Global Blockchain Congress, UAE, Dubai

Agora is hosting its 12th edition of the Global Blockchain Congress on December 11th and 12th, 2023, in Dubai, UAE.
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‍The theme of this edition is: “Will the Next Bull Market Be Different”.

After the success of the launch of the first European Global Blockchain Congress in London on July 24th and 25th of this year, we are happy to be back in our home town Dubai.

The Global Blockchain Congress leverages the experience gained through the hosting of the first 11 editions of the event in Dubai and the international editions in Vietnam and the UK to ensure maximum return on investment for all our sponsors. The previous editions of the Global Blockchain Congress were a tremendous success and we were able to host 1,500+ investors and 300+ blockchain startups and were able to raise millions in funds for our participating projects.

This is not a conference nor an exhibition. This is an exclusive, closed-door, congress between investors and hand-picked Blockchain projects looking to raise funds. It is the only event of its kind and it will bring together qualified investors (VCs, Private Equity Firms, Family Offices, Crypto Funds and High Networth Individuals) with Digital Assets Startups through a series of pre-scheduled and pre-arranged one-on-one meetings.

2023 has proven to be a tough year to raise funds, not only for Blockchain projects but also for the entire Startup ecosystem. However, this year has also proven vital in anchoring this relatively new asset class as a viable and resilient alternative to traditional models and experts think that the next bull market is right around the corner, and this time it will be a phenomenal ride!

Startup founders from all over the world need financial advocates on their side. Raising funds and receiving funding are vital to the growth and success of startups. NOW is the right time for international startups to tap into a pool of highly engaged investors from the MENA region who are actively looking to invest in exciting and promising companies.

WHY SHOULD STARTUPS ATTEND?
Raising funds is no easy task. It takes a lot of time, effort, and money to meet with the right investors. The Global Blockchain Congress reduces time and cost for you by connecting you with the right investors at the right time. Startups will:

Meet with institutional investors and family conglomerates looking for new investment opportunities
Listen to experts, educators and regulators on the legal aspects covering digital assets investments
Network with colleagues and peers from all over the world
Interact with thought leaders and speakers
Have exclusive access to ultra-high net worth individuals
Conduct a 10-minute presentation about their project/start-up to more than 60 hand-picked, pre-qualified groups of investors

WHY SHOULD INVESTORS ATTEND?
Our event is the ideal platform to learn all about the new trends in digital assets investment, explore investment opportunities and meet some of the most amazing entrepreneurs and founders from all over the world. Investors will:

Meet with the hottest blockchain start-ups
Keep their fingers on the pulse of the investment community
Listen to expert investors and fund managers
Understand risk management and regulations
Network with colleagues and peers from all over the world

WHY SHOULD GOVERNMENTS ATTEND?
Take a deep dive into blockchain technology and digital assets, engage with its ecosystem, and nurture solid cooperation in order to be able to properly legislate and govern. Governments will:

Promote Foreign Direct Investment into their country
Help create a platform that positions your country at the heart of the blockchain ecosystem
Meet with digital assets legislatures from all over the world
Understand how blockchain technology can help you streamline your operation and reduce cost
Learn from subject matter experts
Interact with thought leaders and speakers

WHY SHOULD ENTERPRISES ATTEND?
Blockchain Technology will affect every business and industry. Your company needs to understand how to leverage blockchain to maintain a competitive advantage. Enterprises will:

Meet with the best blockchain solution providers
Learn from world class organizations how blockchain technology helped them become better, faster, more transparent, and safer
Network with peers in an exclusive, by invitation only, c-level event
Explore the opportunities of investing in exciting blockchain startups

Program

Mon

Registration and Refreshments

08:00am - 09:00am

10'

Opening Remarks - Welcome Note

09:00am - 09:10am

20'

Fireside Chat

Dubai Shaping the Global Future of Finance Landscape

09:10am - 09:30am

15'

International Keynote Opening Address

The Road to RWAs & Why Infrastructure Mattered

09:30am - 09:45am

20'

Fireside Chat

A Look Back on the Bear Market of 2023

09:45am - 10:05am

30'

Panel Discussion

Why Crypto Companies Are Warming to the United Arab Emirates

10:05am - 10:35am

10'

Presentation

What’s Next for Game-Fi?

10:35am - 10:45am

10'

Presentation

The Global Currency of the Future

10:45am - 10:55am

10'

Presentation

10:55am - 11:05am

10'

Presentation

Democratizing Institutional Web3 Investments Through Transparency, Standards, & Liquidity

11:05am - 11:15am

15'

Coffee Break & Networking Session

11:15am - 11:30am

1hr30'

One-on-One Meetings

11:30am - 1:00pm

1hr

Prayer Break & Lunch

1:00pm - 2:00pm

30'

Panel Discussion

Digital Assets Market: Outlook for 2024 and Beyond

2:00pm - 2:30pm

30'

Panel Discussion

The King of Blockchain

2:30pm - 3:00pm

15'

Coffee Break & Networking Session

3:00pm - 3:15pm

1hr45'

One-on-One Meetings

3:15pm - 5:00pm

Chairman Closing Remark and End of Day One

5:00pm - 5:05pm

Tue

Registration and Refreshments

08:00am - 09:00am

Opening Remarks and Welcome from the Chairman of the Congress

09:00am - 09:05am

15'

Keynote Opening Address

09:05am - 09:15am

20'

Fireside Chat

Value Creation to $5T Market Cap

09:15am - 09:35am

30'

Panel Discussion

Web3 Gaming and the Path towards an Open Metaverse

09:35am - 10:05am

30'

Panel Discussion‍

Back to Basic: A Deep Dive into How VCs Invest in Crypto Projects

10:05am - 10:35am

10'

Presentation

The FreeZone of the Future, for the Companies of the Future

10:35am - 10:45am

10'

Presentation

10:45am - 10:55am

20'

Coffee Break & Networking Session

10:55am - 11:15am

1hr45'

One-on-One Meetings

11:15am - 1:00pm

1hr

Prayer Break & Lunch

1:00pm - 2:00pm

30'

Panel Discussion

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and Regenerative Finance (ReFi)

2:00pm - 2:30pm

30'

Panel Discussion

Equity and Token Investments in 2023 and 2024

2:30pm - 3:00pm

30'

Panel Discussion

The Future of Crypto: Regulatory Uncertainty and the Way Forward

3:00pm - 3:30pm

30'

Coffee Break & Networking Session

3:30pm - 4:00pm

10'

The Global Blockchain Congress Awards Ceremony and Closing Remarks

4:00pm - 4:10pm

Testimonials

When we participated in the 1st edition of the Global Blockchain Congress, we were able to secure funding and partnerships that allowed us to get to where we are today. To all the Blockchain projects, whether in the early or advanced stages, we assure you that the Global Blockchain Congress experience is unlike any other summit. This Congress is an exclusive, closed-door opportunity to connect with the greatest investors from the MENA region.

Daniel Santos

CEO, Woonkly

The 8th edition of the Global Blockchain Congress was the ﬁrst conference organized by Agora we attended and the results speak for themselves. Conreality achieved the company goal of attracting international investors for its upcoming seed round. We were happy to be the Gaming Partner for the event and are looking forward for the future cooperation with Agora!

Dan Komorny

CEO, Conreality

I have been to many events but this was something special, sponsoring this event was more than worth it, as a startup you need events like this to help you not only to receive funding but to connect with those who have already been through similar stages and became great successes. It was a well organised and intense event, well done to Agora Group and all of the teams involved in making this a truly unique experience for us so far.

Athar Ahmed

CEO, Legion Network

Our experience with Agora was exceptional. Every promise exceeded, every opportunity to engage with the right funds exploited. But the real key was that it was all so well curated. Having done so many of these events I have never had such a high hit rate! Of the 22 funds we spoke to we had 20 with a strong fit. The dinner was a hit and the time we enjoyed in the Cleopatra Suite will create lifelong relationships. I don’t know how Agora does it, but each event is more amazing than the last.

Jay Moore

Co-Founder & CMO , Prasaga

I am very pleased about the performance and success of the Agora Global Blockchain Congress event! You feel all the efforts and dedication that the team put into turning this conference into a hit! From the registration counter, to the main stage where they picked the best panelists and to the section where start-ups pitch to investors all was very well done! It is truly a quality conference.

Feras Al Sadek

Managing Partner, Ghaf Capital Partners

The experience at this event was amazing! Everything was more than well arranged. We were promised at least 10 meetings with investors but it was closer to 20! The difference between other events and Agora is that everyone knows why they are there. 1 side comes to raise funds, the other side is searching for a project to put their funds in. I can advise EVERYONE to go to the next one. Met incredibly interesting people. In one word “amazing”.

Randy van Brienen

CEO, Bitsliced

Agora was a wonderful experience for Wild Meta Earth. The event was very well organized and fruitful in new encounters. All the team is dedicated to help you to connect with the right people, either investors or future partners. We have almost finished our seed and private sale of token. Thanks to a great organization!

Adrien Moisson

Founder & CEO , Wild Meta Earth

I always admire the events organized by the Agora Group and the Global Blockchain Congress was one such initiative. Being a partner at NewTribe Capital, we always struggle finding new investment opportunities in the top growing startups that could deliver us long term benefits but the 1 on 1 format implemented by this event was unique and very efficient indeed. I'd recommend this as a must attend event.

Juliet Su

Partner , NewTribe Capital VC

I love how diligent all the staff were in making sure that deals and connections were being made in the meeting ﬂoor. There was almost no idle time, all the staff consistently follows through to every meeting appointments. This was the highest quality engagement for a Blockchain event & how Agora managed to pull this off is truly a feat - you guys are a gem!

Mikhail Jon Peñalosa

CEO , Rooster Wars

Agora have seen the vision prior to that being a vision in Dubai when they were hosting the GBC when Crypto was still seen as something negative. What they have done has been super successful in navigating the storm and what we see today at the GBC is just brilliant with so many great minds & amazing projects coming together all under one roof. There was a real vibrant atmosphere and everyone understood that we are in a building phase and we were able to have this togetherness all down to the amazing Agora team for putting this show together and making everything flow so smoothly.

Mohamed Ezeldin

Head of Tokenomics, Animoca Brands

It has been my honour and privilege to have been invited to speak at and participate in the most prestigious and most innovative events in the web3 and Blockchain industry. I can confidently say, without fear or favor, that GBC matches these events stride for stride. One simply needs to look at the luminaries in attendance to know how well regarded this event is and deservedly so. I will be back next year as will the team from Cypher Capital Group. Agora remain best in class when it comes to arranging these events and their continuous striving to further improve their offering serves them exceedingly well.

Vineet Budki

CEO , Cypher Capital

Pitches are good and all, but have you ever sat on a table for 8 hours with 30 minutes one-on-one meetings with 50 rotating investors? Agora is next level. I went to this conference last year, and it was like speed dating with investors. THIS IS EXACTLY HOW IT SHOULD BE. If you’re in #Dubai or can get there, and are looking to raise funds for your project, this is your jam.

Nikita Sachdev

Co-Founder , LunaPR.io

GLOBAL BLOCKCHAIN CONGRESS, LONDON

Venue of the Event