Despite market sentiment, Next Block Expo successfully pulled off one of its most impactful editions yet, cementing its position as CEE’s premier Web3 event. Hosted at Multikino Złote Tarasy on March 19-20, the conference attracted 1,738 attendees, 132 expert speakers, 32 exhibitors, and the support of 150+ media partners, ambassadors, and communities.

Once again, NBX was a key event in Polish Blockchain Week, underscoring Poland’s growing role as a European blockchain hub.

The event featured world-class speakers, including Robby Yung (Animoca Brands), Miko Matsumura (gumi Cryptos Capital), Marouane ‘Kouga’ Essaïdi (Solana Foundation), Adrian Zduńczyk (Crypto Birb), and Michaël van de Poppe (MN Capital), among many others. Through thought-provoking keynotes and panel discussions, these industry leaders provided valuable insights into the evolving landscape of blockchain, AI, and Web3, fostering knowledge exchange and sparking meaningful discussions.NBX has established itself as a pivotal event for the Web3 industry, serving as a bridge between industry experts and regulators. This year, regulatory discussions took center stage, with a strong focus on MiCA and its impact on the European crypto landscape. The event gathered top legal advisors, policymakers, and regulators, reinforcing the growing influence and maturity of the Polish Web3 ecosystem.

This unique combination of business, innovation, and regulation establishes NBX as a key platform for shaping the future of the industry in Europe.The EXPO showcased top brands like Polkadot, Mexc, BingX, Ari10, Solana Superteam PL, Bitget, with zondacrypto as the main sponsor. This year, 12 brands were recognized with NBX Awards, honoring their contributions to the industry through public voting.The event was further strengthened by the support of 150+ media partners, ambassadors, and communities, expanding its reach and impact across Europe and beyond.Another highlight of the 5th edition was the Startup Competition, organized in partnership with COINSligieri. The competition provided startups with a unique platform to showcase their innovative solutions, offering a prize pool of €227,165. Each startup gained valuable exposure to VCs, accelerators, incubators, enhancing their visibility and fostering growth within the Web3 ecosystem.

Dawid Kustra, CEO and Co-founder of Next Block Expo, said: “We are thrilled with this year’s Next Block Expo. The strong turnout and high engagement demonstrate its growing significance in the Web3 and blockchain sectors in CEE. The valuable connections and positive feedback on networking opportunities highlight NBX’s key role in advancing the industry.“

Tom Kopera, Co-founder of Next Block Expo, remarked:“The caliber of speakers and the depth of insights were exceptional. This year’s edition emphasized the importance of knowledge exchange in Web3 and blockchain, offering valuable perspectives on the industry’s future. The rich content and engaging discussions reaffirm NBX as a leading platform for innovation and thought leadership.”

The success of the 5th Next Block Expo marks a significant milestone in the continued evolution of the Web3 industry. Attendees had the chance to forge valuable new connections and expand their professional networks in a vibrant and engaging setting.

NBX is committed to offering these opportunities for growth and collaboration in future editions, further shaping the future of the blockchain industry.

About Next Block Expo

Next Block Expo (NBX) – The Blockchain Festival of Europe stands out as one of the largest European web3 events, set in the heart of Europe’s web3 hubs: Berlin and Warsaw. NBX brings together a unique blend of experts, builders, investors, traders, and regulators under one roof, fostering unparalleled tech-enabled networking opportunities.