Blockchain Life returns to Dubai — Featuring the debut of AI Future

cointelegraphPublished on 2026-07-27Last updated on 2026-07-27

Abstract

Blockchain Life 2026 returns to Dubai on December 1–2, 2026, for a major global forum on Web3, cryptocurrency, mining, and AI. The event expects over 15,000 attendees from 130+ countries, featuring 200+ speakers, 200+ expo booths, and three dedicated stages. A key highlight is the debut of "AI Future," a new track exploring next-generation AI, its trends, robotics, and convergence with blockchain. Attendees can benefit from a full week of high-impact networking, including the main forum, side events, exclusive meetups, and the Formula 1 Grand Prix Finale. The agenda includes insights from crypto whales, top executives, investors, and AI innovators. Other features are a large industry expo, a legendary afterparty with a headline artist, and the Startup Pitch & Blockchain Life Awards. Early-bird registration is now open with a promotional discount.

July 21, 2026 – On December 1–2, 2026, Blockchain Life 2026 is set to return to Dubai for one of the world’s largest gatherings focused on Web3, cryptocurrency, mining, and AI.

The event will bring together 15,000+ attendees from 130+ countries, 200+ world-class speakers, 200+ booths at expo, 3 dedicated stages, and the debut of AI Future - a brand-new track exploring the next generation of AI.

Why attend Blockchain Life?

A full week of high-impact networking with the industry’s biggest names: 2 days of the Blockchain Life Forum, hundreds of side events, exclusive business & private meetups, and the Formula 1 Grand Prix Finale.
200+ industry-leading speakers, including crypto whales, founders and C-level executives from top exchanges and leading Web3 projects, prominent investors, Tier 1 funds, AI innovators, and legendary traders.
200+ leading companies at one of the largest industry’s expo - from major crypto exchanges and mining firms to Web3 pioneers, AI developers, and cutting-edge startups.
The Debut of AI Future, a dedicated Forum exploring the future of AI, emerging trends, breakthrough robotics, and the convergence of AI, blockchain, and business.
The legendary Blockchain Life Afterparty at one of the world’s premier nightclubs, featuring a globally recognized headlining artist.
Startup Pitch & Blockchain Life Awards, where promising startups gain exposure and the industry’s leading companies are recognized for their achievements.

Registration for Blockchain Life 2026 is now open. Early-bird tickets are currently available, with attendees able to receive a discount using the event’s promotional code Cointelegraph.

For more information, visit: https://blockchain-life.com/

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