HODL 2025 opens in Dubai, advancing the Emirates’ position as a global financial innovation hub – The Bitcoin Daily

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Airdrop Is Live CaryptosHeadlines Media Has Launched Its Native Token CHT. Airdrop Is Live For Everyone, Claim Instant 5000 CHT Tokens Worth Of $50 USDT. Join the Airdrop at the official website, CryptosHeadlinesToken.com HODL 2025, organised by Trescon, the world’s longest-running Web3 event, officially opened today at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of blockchain and decentralized finance (DeFi).The prestigious two-day event follows the Dubai FinTech Summit that commenced on 12th May. During the Summit’s opening ceremony, His Excellency Essa Kazim, Governor of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), announced the launch of the inaugural Dubai Future Finance Week, scheduled for 2026. This flagship initiative will bring together major financial events—including Dubai FinTech Summit, Future Sustainability Forum, Private Capital Forum, Seamless Middle East, HODL Summit, and Dubai Future District Fund AGM—under a unified theme: “Pioneering tomorrow’s financial landscape: Innovation, sustainability, and global connectivity.”“Being part of the upcoming Dubai Future Finance Week reflects our commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration in the Web3 space,” said Mohammed Saleem, Founder & Chairman, Trescon. “We are proud to contribute to Dubai’s vision of becoming a global financial powerhouse.”Crypto Rulebook: Toward Global StandardsA day 1 highlight was the expert panel “Crypto rulebook: Global best practices and regulatory measures”, moderated by Saqr Ereiqat, Secretary General, Dubai Digital Asset Association. Speakers included:Dyma Budorin, CEO, HackenSamir Safar-Aly, MENA FinTech AssociationErwin Voloder, European Blockchain AssociationBelal Jassoma, DMCC“We want to have the best ecosystem for entrepreneurs to run their business.” — Dyma Budorin “Regulations need to catch up and work together.” — Samir Safar-AlyThe discussion emphasized the need for global regulatory coherence and innovation-friendly compliance frameworks.Insuring Web3: A $6 Trillion OpportunityAnother standout session, “Insuring the Future of Crypto: Bridging Risk & Innovation in the Digital Asset Economy”, spotlighted the crucial role of insurance in de-risking digital finance.“Insurance has been a bedrock component of sustainability; it is a $6 trillion market.” — Joseph ZiolkowskiThe panel explored how risk-aligned insurance solutions are key to unlocking institutional trust and long-term ecosystem resilience.During his session, Cristian Ulloa, Co-Founder & CEO of Liquid Loans, Platinum sponsor of HODL 2025, shared valuable strategies for building wealth in crypto while steering clear of common pitfalls that lead to crypto regret.Global Leaders on the HODL StageDay 1 also featured other prominent speakers sharing insights across DeFi, tokenisation, compliance, and blockchain banking including:Corbin Fraser, CEO, Bitcoin.comNils Andersen-Röed, Global Head of FIU, BinanceGracy Chen, CEO, BitgetRifad Mahasneh, CEO MENA, OKXRobert Crossley, Global Head, Franklin TempletonJoseph Ziolkowski, CEO, Relm InsuranceView the full speaker lineup and agenda:Ecosystem Support: HODL 2025 @ponsors and exhibitorsSponsors:Platinum: Liquid Loans.ioAfter Party: CoinvoyageGold: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Gofaizen & SherleSilver: FacephiBronze: Skygate Network, FMCPay, Pays Solutions, PEPExhibitors: SWAG42, Thesaurum, Travel Swap, Any2Pay Startup Pods: Scintilla, Boston Trading Co, Ace Capital, vbanqTop Media Partners Covering HODL 2025HODL 2025 is proudly backed by leading media outlets amplifying its global reach:Official Media Partner: CNN Business ArabicExclusive Media Partner: Khaleej TimesEcosystem Partner: Entrepreneur Middle EastBusiness Media Partner: Arabian BusinessDigital PR Partner: ZEX PR WireThese partnerships ensure HODL 2025 headlines the conversation on Web3, innovation, and the decentralised future.About HODLHODL, born from the legacy of the iconic World Blockchain Summit (WBS) and organised by Trescon, is the world’s longest running blockchain event series with 29 global editions across cities like Dubai, Singapore, and Bangkok. Since 2017, HODL has served as a platform for blockchain deal-making, innovation, and connecting disruptive projects with investors, enterprises, and governments. Join HODL Dubai on May 14-15, 2025, to engage with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge blockchain developments, and secure your place at the forefront of Web3 innovation.For more information visit https://hodlsummit.com/Media Contact:Shadi DawyShadi@tresconglobal.comSource link

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