Web3's New Epicenter: Crypto Transforms Singapore for 25,000 Innovators

TOKEN2049 Singapore, the world’s largest Web3 event, has set a new benchmark for attendance, welcoming 25,000 participants from over 160 countries during its 2025 edition. The event, held at Marina Bay Sands from 1 to 2 October 2025, marked a record-breaking turnout, reflecting the growing global interest in crypto and blockchain technology. Final ticket sales, which began in late August, saw prices rise to USD $599 ahead of the event, with demand outpacing availability. Organizers emphasized the need for early registration due to the likelihood of an early sell-out driven by unprecedented demand. This milestone solidifies TOKEN2049's position as the central hub for the global crypto and digital asset community [1].

The 2025 edition introduced significant new components to enhance engagement and innovation. The debut of the 36-hour TOKEN2049 Origins Hackathon brought together 160 top developers and builders, while the second edition of NEXUS, the world’s largest Web3 startup competition, expanded its reach through partnerships with venture capital firms including Dragonfly, Pantera, and Maelstrom. These additions highlighted the event’s commitment to fostering innovation and supporting emerging projects. Attendees had the opportunity to pitch their ideas on a global stage, with the hackathon featuring demo sessions in front of the event’s 25,000 attendees, global media, and industry leaders [1].

TOKEN2049 2025 also transformed the physical space of Marina Bay Sands into a full-scale pop-up city. The event expanded across all five floors of the venue, offering a festival-style environment with attractions such as a rock-climbing wall, zipline, pickleball courts, and interactive zones. Over 1,000 side events, hosted by leading Web3 companies and projects, took place across Singapore during the week, reinforcing the event’s role as the central gathering for the global industry. The organizers emphasized the integration of experiential elements with professional networking, ensuring attendees engaged with both the latest industry trends and the broader cultural aspects of the crypto space [1].

The event's speaker lineup underscored its influence across technology, finance, and policy. Confirmed speakers included Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., co-founders of World Liberty Financial; Tom Lee, CIO of Fundstrat; Vlad Tenev, CEO of Robinhood; Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether; and Arthur Hayes, CIO of Maelstrom. These industry leaders provided insights into the evolving crypto landscape and the future of decentralized systems. Alex Fiskum, co-founder of TOKEN2049, noted the scale of the gathering as the most ambitious in the event’s history, with the digital asset industry taking over Singapore for what was dubbed "TOKEN2049 Week" [1].

The 2025 edition also showcased the growing institutional interest in crypto, with over 500 exhibitors and title sponsors including OKX, BloFin, Coinbase, SPACECOIN, BingX, and TRON. These sponsorships highlighted the event’s increasing importance as a platform for major industry players to connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers. The presence of such a diverse range of exhibitors and speakers demonstrated the event’s role in shaping the global Web3 ecosystem. As the event moves forward, TOKEN2049 is expected to continue expanding its influence, with future editions planned in Singapore and Dubai as key annual industry meetings [1].

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[1] TOKEN2049 Singapore Breaks All Records as World's Largest Web3 Event with 25,000 Attendees Amid Unprecedented Demand (https://www.prnewswire.com/apac/news-releases/token2049-singapore-breaks-all-records-as-worlds-largest-web3-event-with-25-000-attendees-amid-unprecedented-demand-302539834.html)

[2] TOKEN2049 Singapore Breaks All Records as World's Largest Web3 Event with 25,000 Attendees Amid Unprecedented Demand (https://www.crypto-reporter.com/news/token2049-singapore-breaks-all-records-as-worlds-largest-web3-event-with-25000-attendees-amid-unprecedented-demand-108158/)