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HODL 2025 Opens in Dubai, Ushering in the Next Era of Web3 and Global Finance
By: unlock-bc|2025/05/15 14:00:14
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HODL 2025, organised by Trescon, the world’s longest-running Web3 event, officially opened today at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of blockchain and decentralized finance (DeFi).The prestigious two-day event follows the Dubai FinTech Summit that commenced on 12th May. During the Summit’s opening ceremony, His Excellency Essa Kazim, Governor of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), announced the launch of the inaugural Dubai Future Finance Week, scheduled for 2026. This flagship initiative will bring together major financial events—including Dubai FinTech Summit, Future Sustainability Forum, Private Capital Forum, Seamless Middle East, HODL Summit, and Dubai Future District Fund AGM—under a unified theme: “Pioneering tomorrow’s financial landscape: Innovation, sustainability, and global connectivity.”“Being part of the upcoming Dubai Future Finance Week reflects our commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration in the Web3 space,” said Mohammed Saleem, Founder & Chairman, Trescon. “We are proud to contribute to Dubai’s vision of becoming a global financial powerhouse.”Crypto Rulebook: Toward Global StandardsA day 1 highlight was the expert panel “Crypto rulebook: Global best practices and regulatory measures”, moderated by Saqr Ereiqat, Secretary General, Dubai Digital Asset Association. Speakers included:Dyma Budorin, CEO, HackenSamir Safar-Aly, MENA FinTech AssociationErwin Voloder, European Blockchain AssociationBelal Jassoma, DMCC“We want to have the best ecosystem for entrepreneurs to run their business.” — Dyma Budorin “Regulations need to catch up and work together.” — Samir Safar-AlyThe discussion emphasized the need for global regulatory coherence and innovation-friendly compliance frameworks.Crypto Rulebook: Toward Global StandardsA day 1 highlight was the expert panel “Crypto rulebook: Global best practices and regulatory measures”, moderated by Saqr Ereiqat, Secretary General, Dubai Digital Asset Association. Speakers included:Dyma Budorin, CEO, HackenSamir Safar-Aly, MENA FinTech AssociationErwin Voloder, European Blockchain AssociationBelal Jassoma, DMCC“We want to have the best ecosystem for entrepreneurs to run their business.” — Dyma Budorin “Regulations need to catch up and work together.” — Samir Safar-AlyThe discussion emphasized the need for global regulatory coherence and innovation-friendly compliance frameworks.Insuring Web3: A $6 Trillion OpportunityAnother standout session, “Insuring the Future of Crypto: Bridging Risk & Innovation in the Digital Asset Economy”, spotlighted the crucial role of insurance in de-risking digital finance.“Insurance has been a bedrock component of sustainability; it is a $6 trillion market.” — Joseph ZiolkowskiThe panel explored how risk-aligned insurance solutions are key to unlocking institutional trust and long-term ecosystem resilience.During his session, Cristian Ulloa, Co-Founder & CEO of Liquid Loans, Platinum sponsor of HODL 2025, shared valuable strategies for building wealth in crypto while steering clear of common pitfalls that lead to crypto regret.Global Leaders on the HODL StageDay 1 also featured other prominent speakers sharing insights across DeFi, tokenisation, compliance, and blockchain banking including:Corbin Fraser, CEO, Bitcoin.comNils Andersen-Röed, Global Head of FIU, BinanceGracy Chen, CEO, BitgetRifad Mahasneh, CEO MENA, OKXRobert Crossley, Global Head, Franklin TempletonJoseph Ziolkowski, CEO, Relm InsuranceView the full speaker lineup and agenda:Ecosystem Support: HODL 2025 @ponsors and exhibitorsSponsors:Platinum: Liquid Loans.ioAfter Party: CoinvoyageGold: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Gofaizen & SherleSilver: FacephiBronze: Skygate Network, FMCPay, Pays Solutions, PEPExhibitors: SWAG42, Thesaurum, Travel Swap, Any2PayStartup Pods: Scintilla, Boston Trading Co, Ace Capital, vbanqTop Media Partners Covering HODL 2025HODL 2025 is proudly backed by leading media outlets amplifying its global reach:Official Media Partner: CNN Business ArabicExclusive Media Partner: Khaleej TimesEcosystem Partner: Entrepreneur Middle EastBusiness Media Partner: Arabian BusinessDigital PR Partner: ZEX PR WireThese partnerships ensure HODL 2025 headlines the conversation on Web3, innovation, and the decentralised future.The post HODL 2025 Opens in Dubai, Ushering in the Next Era of Web3 and Global Finance appeared first on UNLOCK Blockchain.
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