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- There will be over 500 side events during the TOKEN2049 Week from the 16th to the 22nd of September 2024.
- This year’s TOKEN2049 conference will be held in Singapore.
- The 2024 TOKEN2049 event in Singapore will have over 20K attendees, 7K companies, 300+ speakers, and 400+ exhibitors.
According to the official TOKEN2049 website, the global crypto community will be in Singapore’s TOKEN2049 Week from September 16 to the 22nd, 2024. The TOKEN2049 organizers revealed that this year’s event would be preceded by over 500 (paid and free) side events.
Dubbed “the world’s largest crypto event,” keynote speakers at the September TOKEN2049 event(s) would be led by the CEO of Binance, Richard Teng, the CIO of Maelstrom Arthur Hayes, the Co-fonder of Solana Anatoly Yakovenko, and the author of “The Network State” Balaji Srinivasan. The TOKEN2049 website also revealed that the event would bring together over 20,000 attendees from more than 7,000 companies, over 400 exhibitors, and over 300 speakers, all from over 150 countries.
The TOKEN2049 Week unveils over 500 paid and free side events
According to the TOKEN2049 team, over 500 (paid and free) side events during the 2024 TOKEN2049 Week will host entrepreneurs, industry insiders, builders, institutions, and blockchain enthusiasts. The TOKEN2049 organizers declared that there would be hundreds of meetups, workshops, and networking opportunities throughout the Week until the main event.
The TOKEN2049 website revealed that there would be three featured side events between the 18th and 20th of September. Information from the website confirmed that the Karate Combat: KC49 & IFC4 ‘sports’ side event would be held on September 18 from 5 pm to 10 pm, and the tickets cost between $40 and $200. Another featured sports side event would be the CFN OFF-CHAIN SINGAPORE on September 19 between 5 pm and 10 pm, with the tickets costing between $99 and $249. The last featured side (dinner/party) event on September 20 would be the AFTER 2049-The Official Closing Party by TOKEN2049, held between 7 pm and 3 am, and the tickets cost between $149 and $299.
According to the TOKEN2049 website, the side events will kick off on September 16 with the 2-hour LATOKEN Investors’ Coffee free networking event. The closing event would be the free Crypto Week After Party by LATOKEN | TOKEN2049 on September 22 from 8 pm to 11:30 pm.
The TOKEN2049 Week promises unparalleled networking opportunities
The TOKEN2049 event organizers claimed that attendees would be spread across four floors at the Marina Bay Sands. They also disclosed that there would be live D.J. sets to power ‘an electric atmosphere’ with lavish free-flowing coffee and food for everyone. The organizers also added that attendees would be recharged with massages, an on-site barber, as well as non-stop quests and activities.
According to the TOKEN2049 organizers, the following 2024 side events would be unmissable opportunities to launch products, share new ideas or experiences, and make life-altering connections:-
- Sunset Soiree 2049: A Yacht Cruise Networking Experience
The Sunset Soiree 2049: A Yacht Cruise Networking Experience hosted by KEY Difference Labs, Lisk Events, and Karnika Yashwant on the 18th (5:45 pm to 10 pm) will be one of the free networking opportunities, according to TOKEN2049. Lisk and Key Difference will unite for an unforgettable evening to supercharge global Web3 startups. The strategic partnership will reinforce Lisk’s global expansion efforts while solidifying its leadership as a premier Layer 2 in the Optimism Sperchain ecosystem.
Attendees will experience the perfect blend of elegance and adventure on a spectacular yacht cruise paired with a BBQ dinner. The networking opportunity will begin at One015 Marina as attendees will be welcomed with drinks before setting sail to enjoy the sunset and the panoramic Singaporean skyline while enjoying gourmet appetizers and beverages. The delicious BBQ on deck will feature grilled fish, fresh salads, and delightful desserts under the open sky before returning to the shore after memorable experiences and connections.
The side event dedicated to driving innovation and success across the Web3 landscape will be an opportunity to connect with industry giants like Lisk, MetaMask, MEXC, Animoca, CoinGecko, BitMex, and BITKRAFT, among others.
2. Glide & Brunch: Mini Segway Tour Adventure
The organizers also confirmed that Key Difference would be hosting another free networking event on the 21st dubbed “Glide & Brunch: Mini Segway Tour Adventure” between 10 am and 1 pm. The exhilarating 2-hour Mini Segway tour through the vibrant streets of Singapore will provide attendees with an opportunity to explore iconic landmarks, enjoy scenic views and make unforgettable memories.
The adventure will start at the O-ride @ Kallang Wave Mall and end at Black Tap @ The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands. Attendees will then walk to P.S. Cafe for brunch. According to Lisk and Karnika Yashwant, the side event promises an opportunity to connect and share insights with like-minded individuals. The Mini Segway tour will be both enjoyable and productive, whether you’re strengthening old connections or making new ones. Network with the best and brightest in the industry to elevate your professional and personal life.
3. OG KOL Bar – TOKEN2049
TOKEN2049 organizers also slotted in the OG KOL BAR – TOKEN2049 side event hosted by Cryptopolitan, Belkin Marketing, and Solve. Care at the Frying Fish Club for everyone tired of too ‘salesy’ and promotional hard events. According to TOKEN2049, the September 16 event will run from 10 pm to 1 am for a ‘good old night of bar rants on a relaxed vibe.’ Attendees will be welcome to spend quality time with their favorite KOLs and industry O.G.s to ‘hear all the best insights and alphas!’ The intimate and relaxed gathering will provide an opportunity for meaningful networking among crypto O.G.s, key opinion leaders, and friends through authentic conversations with a foggy mg of ale in hand.
The “Craft Beer Experience” will have free-flow taps of Brewlander’s finest with options between the crisp Freedom Larger and the bold Love (IPA). Culinary delights will also include the classic fish and chips buffet featuring crispy fish, golden fries, fresh salad, teriyaki drumettes, and the signature ‘nori bites.’
In attendance would be O.G.s and decision makers from the oldest CEX and V.C.s such as OKX, ChainUp, MEXC, and Pacific Meta among others. The KOLs and opinion leaders will include the respected investor Brian D. Evans, Singapore’s KOL with oldest alpha trading ‘Arndxt’, the largest Japanese ETH degen Tomoe.eth, and Dbai’s respected influencer ‘Bitcoin Habebe’. Sponsors include BUK Protocol, Swarm, OneKey, RoboHero, Forward Protocol, and Frying Fish Club.
Since the starting of the TOKEN2049 Week coincides with the Singapore Grand Prix Formula 1 race kickoff, the TOKEN2049 organizers included Oracle Red Bull Racing F1 drivers Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez. The whistleblower Edward Snowden would also be in attendance alongside the founder of Polychain Capital, Olaf Carlson-Wee, as well as the founder and CEO of Mother Iggy Azalea.
“TOKEN2049 is the best platform for high-quality deal flow in the crypto landscape.”
–Ryan Kim, Co-founder Hashed
Web3 investor Santiago Santos asserted that TOKEN2049 brought together crypto-native and institutional minds to produce high-quality and engaging discussions. According to the TOKEN2049 website, industry leaders expected at the 2024 Singapore TOKEN2049 Week include OKX, Coinbase, Solana, Tether, TRON, Franklin Templeton, Paradigm, and J.P. Morgan, among others.
