Istanbul Blockchain Week Returns in 2026
Istanbul Blockchain Week, organized by EAK Digital, is coming back for its fifth edition on June 2 and June 3, 2026. The event will take place at the Hilton Bomonti Hotel in Istanbul. Türkiye is one of the fastest growing crypto markets in the world. A recent report from Chainalysis shows that the country handles almost 200 billion dollars in yearly crypto transactions. This is nearly four times more than the UAE. As a result, many people in Türkiye now use crypto as both a necessity and an investment.
Because of this strong growth, Istanbul Blockchain Week has become an important event for the global crypto community. It highlights Türkiye’s crypto ecosystem, new regulations and the Web3 projects being built in the region. The founder of IBW, Erhan Korhaliller, explained the goal for this year’s event. He said they want IBW 2026 to be bigger, bolder and even more impactful, bringing people together to learn and shape the future of blockchain.
What to Expect at IBW 2026
The event will gather founders, investors, developers, creators, influencers and crypto fans from around the world. Thanks to Istanbul’s location between Dubai and London, the city serves as an easy meeting point for the entire Web3 community. In addition, IBW will include fireside chats, panels, roundtables, workshops and a large expo floor that showcases the latest trends.
Topics will cover AI, real world asset tokenization, regulations, privacy, stablecoins, gaming and more. Last year’s speakers included Justin Sun from TRON, Ali Ihsan Güngör from the Capital Markets Board of Türkiye, Mehmet Çamır from OKX TR, Kostas Chalkias from Mysten Labs, John Linden from Mythical Games and Aaron Teng from Pudgy Penguins. Because of the event’s strong reputation, IBW attracts major names every year and creates real value for the industry.
I Will Be There Covering the Event
I will be attending Istanbul Blockchain Week 2026 in person. During the event, I will be interviewing top projects, meeting people from the Web3 space, speaking on stage and covering everything from the ground. This will give you real insights, live reactions and honest commentary. If you plan to attend, feel free to connect. It is always great meeting members of the Factor Fam and everyone building in crypto.
My Coverage from Last Year’s Event
Below are my videos from Istanbul Blockchain Week 2025. They show the atmosphere, the level of projects and the kind of insights you can expect again this year.
• Full Event Highlights
YouTube: https://youtu.be/95_FOnhxptw
This video gives a clear look at what makes IBW such an important event for builders and investors.
Looking Ahead
IBW 2026 will offer new experiences, more networking and hands-on learning. Sponsorship opportunities are already open for brands that want global visibility. For more details, visit the official website: https://istanbulblockchainweek.com/
About Istanbul Blockchain Week
Istanbul Blockchain Week is Türkiye’s main Web3 event. It brings together thousands of people from crypto, DeFi, AI and gaming. Over the years, IBW has welcomed more than twenty thousand attendees and more than five hundred speakers. The program includes a conference, expo, investor meetings, workshops and curated networking sessions.
To get your tickets, visit:
https://istanbulblockchainweek.com/tickets/