Paris Blockchain Week recently concluded its 2025 edition. This event has quickly become the most productive and influential global forum in the blockchain and Web3 spaces. The dynamic event was held April 8-10 at Paris’ Carrousel du Louvre. It convened more than 9,600 participants from 95 countries, turning the City of Angels into an international, intergalactic, and interdisciplinary epicenter of innovation and collaboration. The conference featured over 500 energetic speakers. It featured an unprecedented level of participation from C-suite executives, journalists, and investors, making this year’s virtual event a historic one in the show’s history.

High-Profile Speakers and Attendees

The 2025 Paris Blockchain Week was no exception, attracting an all-star cast of speakers. Presentations from industry luminaries like Charles Hoskinson, Monica Long, and Adam Back had the audience mesmerized with their insights. These visionaries helped us make sense of the new trends, challenges, and opportunities that are emerging in the blockchain space. One of the keynotes speakers was Clara Chappaz, France’s Minister Delegate for AI & Digital Affairs. Her attendance underscored the French government’s deep commitment to fostering technological innovation and driving the growth of the blockchain ecosystem.

Given that Paris Blockchain Week 2025 has 67% of attendees with C-suite roles, there was no shortage of high-level networking opportunities and strategic conversations. The event attracted the attention of more than 400 journalists from every major media outlet around the world. Their participation ensured booming amplification of the important announcements, ideas, and experiences shared throughout the conference. The event has become a magnet for amazing speakers and attendees. It’s their participation that cements its reputation as the can’t-miss for anyone with a serious stake in the future of blockchain technology.

"Start in Block" Competition

Paris Blockchain Week 2025 was the stage for the thrilling “Start in Block” pitch competition. It did attract a great deal of interest from both the startup and investment communities. The yearlong competition saw more than 1,000 startups compete for a share of €10 million in funding. Over 400 investors were on hand ready to woo the best projects. This initiative provided a platform for emerging companies to showcase their innovations and connect with potential backers, fostering further growth and development within the blockchain ecosystem.

The “Start in Block” competition highlight Paris Blockchain Week’s focus on supporting innovation and entrepreneurship in the blockchain space. By connecting these startups to the most mission-aligned investors, the event created countless connections and drove progress for today’s most innovative projects. The competition's success further solidified Paris Blockchain Week's role as a catalyst for innovation and investment in the industry.

Networking and Engagement

Paris Blockchain Week 2025 provided such a unique networking space, both in the conference and outside, with all attendees eager to learn, connect, and share ideas with each other. The first-ever industry-wide virtual confab spawned over 36,000 in-app meetings, a testament to the unparalleled engagement and collaboration from within the community. New and longtime attendees alike flourished in this colorful, collaborative networking landscape. They were never shy to swap ideas, discuss possible joint ventures, and remain current on everything bubbling up in the burgeoning blockchain ecosystem.

The energy at Paris Blockchain Week ignited a palpable feeling of camaraderie between attendees. This unique, collaborative ecosystem energized competition, attracting residents and workers and growing both IP and invention in the process. There, they built relationships with their peers, international experts, and a global pool of potential collaborators. They accomplished this through a combination of social events, networking opportunities, workshops, and inspiring presentations. This focus on creating engagement and networking opportunities really added to the value of Paris Blockchain Week as a top-tier, must-attend industry event.