Recap: The Opinion At ETH Riyadh Conference in Saudi Arabia
ETH Riyadh 2024 marks Saudi Arabia’s first blockchain and Web3 developer-focused conference, positioned as a supernode for the Gulf region’s tech community and ecosystem development.
From December 1–3, 2024, the Middle East Blockchain Conference and ETH Riyadh 2024 were successfully held in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. Organized by the ETH Riyadh Committee, the flagship event brought together innovators, developers, and thought leaders from the global blockchain and Web3 communities to explore the transformative potential of blockchain technology.
The Opinion, a UK-based Web3 PR agency, proudly participated as a media partner at ETH Riyadh 2024, Saudi Arabia’s inaugural blockchain and Web3 developer-focused conference. This groundbreaking event positioned the Kingdom as a vital hub for blockchain innovation and Web3 ecosystem growth in the Gulf region.
The conference served as a global platform for developers, innovators, and thought leaders to explore cutting-edge blockchain technologies and their transformative potential. With over 2,000 participants from 80 companies and 35 countries, ETH Riyadh highlighted Saudi Arabia’s role in advancing Web3 technologies as part of Vision 2030.
As a highly anticipated Web3 technology conference, ETH Riyadh focused on the Ethereum ecosystem and blockchain technology, aiming to unite developers and builders from Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East region. The conference emphasized a technical focus, offering insights from industry experts and discussions on cutting-edge Web3 and blockchain technologies.
ETH Riyadh 2024 received significant support from sponsors including Arbitrum as the presenting sponsor; Bitunix, ChainIDE, Tharawat Technology, and AdvancedEra.Tech as platinum sponsors; Aethir, Bitget as gold sponsors; Mask, Adaverse, World3, Ready Player Club, TGE.sa as silver sponsors; IEEE Blockchain as knowledge partner; and media partners The Opinion, Talking Web3, Offchain Global, The Edge of NFT, Cointelegraph, CoinEasy. The event was also supported by BASMA as an event partner, contributing to the growth of Saudi Arabia’s largest blockchain technology community and organization.
ETH Riyadh Highlights
Three dynamic sessions: The event featured the Academic Summit, Industry Summit, and Online Bootcamp, creating an inclusive forum for knowledge-sharing among academics, industry leaders, and developers.
Vision 2030 alignment: Panels explored the intersection of blockchain technology with Saudi Arabia’s ambitious goals for economic diversification and technological leadership.
Global insights: Renowned speakers and panelists discussed cutting-edge topics, including DeFi, NFTs, and Web3 application investment, fostering cross-border collaboration and innovation.
The Academic and Industry Summits attracted nearly 500 registrants from 80 companies and research institutions, along with 100 leading Web3 figures and technical experts from 35 countries. The ETH Riyadh Online Bootcamp saw over 1,500 enthusiasts and developers participating, making a significant contribution to the tech ecosystem development in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region.
Looking Ahead
ETH Riyadh 2024 not only marked a historic moment for Saudi Arabia’s blockchain community but also laid the foundation for future advancements in decentralized technology across the region. The Opinion is honored to have contributed to this milestone as a media partner and looks forward to supporting the growth of Web3 ecosystems in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
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ETH Riyadh Community
The ETH Riyadh community is composed of passionate advocates of blockchain technology, dedicated to hosting cutting-edge tech events to accelerate the adoption of decentralized technologies. Through global and Gulf-region collaboration and exchange, the community drives innovation and leads the development of Web3’s future in Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East region.
