Connecting Web3 Hubs: Hong Kong and Dubai

​Join blockchain businesses in Hong Kong for a dedicated session exploring commercial opportunities in Dubai and the growing ties between two of the world’s most active Web3 hubs. The event will highlight why DMCC has become the preferred base for digital asset companies expanding into the Middle East and provide practical guidance on regional growth.

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Bringing together industry experts and business leaders, the session will cover market developments, company setup requirements, regulatory considerations and partnership opportunities for organisations looking to build a presence across MENA. Attendees will also gain a clearer understanding of the support available through DMCC’s Crypto Centre.

​Key highlights:

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• Market perspectives from business leaders and experts
• Opportunities for blockchain businesses in Dubai
• Practical guidance on regional expansion
• Panel discussion with industry experts and founders
• Q&A and networking with peers and DMCC representatives

​ Don’t miss out on the chance to connect with industry stakeholders, explore regional opportunities and understand how Dubai can support the next stage of your business growth. Register today to secure your spot.

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​Event Agenda:  

​11:00 – 11:30   | Registration & Networking:

​Welcome coffee and light refreshments

​11:30 – 12:00 | DMCC Presentation:

​Dubai Sovereign Launchpad: Empowering Global Finance Through Web3

​12:00 – 12:30   | Keynote Presentation:

​From Market Hype to Market Integrity: How Dubai Is Building a Globally Trusted Virtual Assets Ecosystem – Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA)

​-          Sean McHugh – Senior Director – Head of Market Assurance

​12:30 – 13:00    | Panel Discussion:

​Scaling beyond Asia: How the UAE enable Global Web3 Expansion    

​-          Moderator: Belal, Senior Director – Tech Ecosystems, DMCC

​-          Henri Arslanian, Co-founder, ACX Compliance

​-          Helen, Group Partner & Co-CEO, Bybit

​-          Anina Ho, Founder, FutureOne MENA

​-          Sebastien Borget, Co-Founder, The Sandbox; Ambassador, SANDchain        

​13:00 – 13:15   | Coffee Break       

​13:15 – 13:45   | Panel Discussion:

​From Stablecoins to Tokenised Assets: Real-World Web3 Use Cases Across Global Financial Hubs

​-          Moderator: Zaher, Manager, DMCC Crypto centre

​-          Scott Thiel, CEO and Co-Founder, Tokinvest

​-          Queenie Le, Regional Expansion Lead - APAC, Tether

​-          Evan Auyang, Group President, Animoca Brands 

​13:45 – 15:00 | Networking