European Blockchain Convention 2026: Where TradFi Meets Crypto

The European Blockchain Convention returns for its 12th edition on September 16-17, 2026, in Barcelona. This year's event promises to bring together over 6,000 attendees and 300 speakers from across the financial industry.

With an openly institutional focus, the conference aims to bridge the gap between traditional banks and digital asset players. Keynote speakers include Nikhil Sharma of BlackRock, Tom Zschach of Swift, and Kim Hochfeld of State Street, among others.

The event features a range of sessions, including the Startup Battle, which puts young market infrastructure companies in the spotlight. Attendees can also expect to see Aave's Stani Kulechov and the Cardano Foundation on the line-up.