Paris Blockchain Week solidified its position as Europe's flagship blockchain and Web3 event, concluding its sixth edition at the Carrousel du Louvre with unprecedented attendance and engagement. The 2025 summit attracted 9,600+ professionals from 95 countries, with 67% holding C-suite positions, reflecting blockchain's growing influence on global business strategy.
Key Highlights from the Event
Elite Speaker Lineup and Thought Leadership
Featured 500+ speakers including:
- Charles Hoskinson (IOHK Founder) on blockchain's role in economic resilience
- Monica Long (Ripple President) discussing crypto's permanence in finance
- Clara Chappaz (French AI & Digital Affairs Minister) on EU regulatory leadership
Deep-dive sessions covered:
- MiCA regulations positioning Europe as a crypto innovation hub
- Decentralized AI advancements at AgentX track
- Bitcoin's institutional adoption trends
Unparalleled Networking Opportunities
- 36,000+ meetings facilitated through the event app
- Investors Day connected 400+ VCs with 1,000+ startups competing for €10M+ in funding
- Exclusive VIP dinners and hackathons fostered high-value collaborations
👉 Discover how top startups leveraged PBW 2025 for growth
Why Paris Blockchain Week Matters
Global Impact
- Media coverage by CNBC, Financial Times, and Coindesk reached millions
Discussions emphasized blockchain's solutions for:
- Cross-border payments
- Digital identity verification
- Smart contract adoption
Europe's Regulatory Leadership
Detailed MiCA framework analysis showcased EU's balanced approach to:
- Consumer protection
- Innovation encouragement
- Stablecoin compliance
👉 Explore Europe's advantage in blockchain regulation
Event Experiences Beyond Keynotes
- Bitcoin Investors Day: Institutional adoption strategies
- AgentX Summit: AI-blockchain convergence showcases
- Hackathon: 48-hour blockchain solution development
- Moulin Rouge Afterparty: Celebratory networking finale
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Paris Blockchain Week unique?
PBW combines high-level policy discussions (like MiCA panels) with practical startup pitch sessions, attracting both regulators and builders.
How can startups benefit next year?
The "Start in Block" competition offers direct access to 400+ investors, with past winners securing multimillion-euro deals.
Is this event suitable for non-technical attendees?
Absolutely. 40% of 2025 attendees came from traditional finance, law, and government sectors seeking blockchain integration insights.
What were the key investment trends?
VCs showed strong interest in:
- Institutional-grade DeFi infrastructure
- Compliant stablecoin projects
- Enterprise NFT use cases
Looking Ahead
Paris Blockchain Week 2026 promises expanded tracks on:
- CBDC development
- Zero-knowledge proof applications
- Sustainability in blockchain
Mark your calendars for next April at the Carrousel du Louvre, where the global blockchain community will again converge to shape the future of Web3.