2023 is shaping up to be a monumental year for blockchain events and conferences. As blockchain technology matures and sees increased adoption, major conferences focused on cryptocurrency, enterprise blockchain, NFTs, DeFi, and more are taking place around the world.

Some of the most anticipated blockchain events for 2023 include:

• Consensus (May 22-26, Austin)
  • One of the largest and most influential blockchain events globally. Focused on driving enterprise adoption and showcasing new innovations in the space.
• Blockchain Week NYC (July 11-18, New York City)
  • Week long event centered around the Consensus NYC conference. Also includes other conferences, workshops, hackathons and social events.
• Web Summit (November 1-4, Lisbon)
  • Massive tech conference that regularly features blockchain, crypto and web3 topics. Has grown to over 70,000 attendees.
• NFT.NYC (November 1-4, New York City)
  • Leading NFT and blockchain focused conference. Brings together creators, developers and investors in the NFT space.

Other major events in 2023 include:

• Blockchain Life 2023
• TOKEN2049
• Paris Blockchain Week Summit
• Blockchain Expo Europe
• Blockchain Life 2023
• Crypto Asia Summit

There are also many topic and technology specific conferences like ETHDenver, Bitcoin 2023, DeFi Conference and NFT NYC.

“2023 is set to be a watershed year for blockchain events that will shape the future of the industry.” – Crowdcreate

With major events happening globally, 2023 will be crucial for driving blockchain adoption, connecting experts, and showcasing new innovations.

Major Blockchain Events 2023

Some of the flagship blockchain events taking place in 2023 include:

Consensus (May 22-26, Austin)

• One of the largest blockchain conferences globally, organized by CoinDesk.
• Focuses on the future of the institutional blockchain industry.
• Bring together enterprise companies, blockchain startups, regulators and policymakers.
• Feature keynote talks, panel discussions, demos of new products and networking.

“Consensus has become a staple in the crypto community and brings together the movers and shakers in the industry.” – Coindesk

Blockchain Week NYC (July 11-18, New York City)

• Week long blockchain event centered around the Consensus NYC conference.
• Consensus NYC brings together enterprise blockchain adopters and innovators.
• Also includes other conferences like NFT.NYC along with hackathons, workshops, parties and other events.

Web Summit (November 1-4, Lisbon)

• Massive tech conference with over 70,000 attendees expected in 2023.
• Covers a wide range of topics including blockchain, crypto, DeFi, NFTs and web3.
• High profile speakers, interactive exhibits and plenty of networking opportunities.

NFT.NYC (November 1-4, New York City)

• Leading NFT and blockchain focused conference.
• Connects creators, developers, investors and fans in the NFT space.
• Showcases new NFT art along with talks, workshops and exhibits.

Regional Blockchain Events 2023

In addition to large global conferences, there are also many noteworthy regional blockchain events happening in 2023:

• Paris Blockchain Week Summit (July 12-14, Paris)
  • Covering latest blockchain trends, opportunities and challenges in Europe.
  • Focused on enterprise blockchain adoption.
  • Part of the broader Paris Blockchain Week.
• Blockchain Expo Europe (June 21-22, Amsterdam)
  • Conference focused on enterprise blockchain use cases.
  • Discussing regulation, standards, governance and interoperability.
  • Part of Blockchain Expo World Series spanning 4 continents.
• Blockchain Life 2023 (TBA, Moscow)
  • Russia’s biggest blockchain and cryptocurrency event.
  • Covering crypto trading, mining, regulation and adoption in Russia/Eastern Europe.
  • Expected to attract over 5000 attendees and 80+ exhibitors.
• Crypto Asia Summit (May 4-5, Singapore)
  • Bringing together crypto projects and startups from across Asia.
  • Discussing regulatory developments in Asia, Web3 trends and more.
  • Includes talks, panel discussions, demos and an awards ceremony.

Topic-Specific Events

For those interested in specific blockchain topics, there are many targeted conferences including:

• ETHDenver (February 17-19, Denver)
  • Hackathon focused on building Ethereum-based projects.
  • Great event to learn about Ethereum development and engage with the community.
• Bitcoin 2023 (TBA)
  • Conference dedicated to Bitcoin and Lightning Network innovations.
  • Leading event for the Bitcoin community and those building Bitcoin infrastructure.
• DeFi Conference (TBA)
  • Event focused on the exploding DeFi ecosystem.
  • Discussing DeFi protocols, regulation, security, UX and more.
  • Workshops on developing DeFi apps.
• NFT NYC (TBA)
  • All about NFTs – art, music, gaming, culture and more.
  • Showcases amazing NFT art and connects with creators.
  • Workshops on NFT development and practical sessions for artists.

Let me know if you attend any of these and your thoughts on ones I may have missed

Conclusion

2023 is poised to be a monumental year for blockchain events that will shape the future of the industry. Some key takeaways:

• There is a wide variety of major blockchain conferences happening globally including Consensus, Blockchain Week NYC, Web Summit, and NFT.NYC.

• In addition to global events, there are major regional blockchain conferences focused on specific markets like Paris Blockchain Week, Blockchain Expo Europe, Blockchain Life, and Crypto Asia Summit.

• Topic-specific events will dive deep into areas like Ethereum, Bitcoin, DeFi, and NFTs.

“2023 will solidify blockchain in the mainstream through global collaboration” – Amber Group

These conferences play a crucial role in driving adoption, facilitating innovation, and setting the agenda for the blockchain industry. Attending events in 2023 will be invaluable for remaining up-to-date on the latest developments and connecting with the community.