Barcelona’s EBC11 countdown: industry’s biggest gather

The countdown is on for Europe's premier blockchain gathering. Barcelona welcomes the 11th European Blockchain Convention on October 16–17, assembling the industry's key players for two days of high-level discussions and strategic networking.

This year's edition has scaled up considerably to meet growing demand. The event now spans three stages – up from two previously – while the exhibition floor has expanded to 3,000 square meters to accommodate the expected 6,000+ attendees.

The speaker roster features prominent names across crypto and traditional finance. Philipp Bohrn of Bitpanda, David Walsh from the Ethereum Foundation, Bitwise's Matthew Hougan, and Aave's Stani Kulechov headline the program.

Traditional banking joins the conversation in force. Senior executives from J.P. Morgan, BNP Paribas, Banco Santander, and BBVA will share perspectives on how legacy financial institutions are integrating digital assets into their operations.

The agenda addresses the year's most pressing industry themes: institutional adoption pathways, Europe's MiCA regulatory implementation, DeFi protocol evolution, and the expanding crypto ETF landscape. Seventy panel discussions will unfold across the three stages, covering everything from enterprise implementations to cutting-edge protocol development.

EBC11 has built its reputation on facilitating meaningful business connections. The event leverages an AI-powered matching app that lets attendees schedule meetings in advance, while purpose-built spaces throughout the venue encourage substantive conversations away from the main floor.

Emerging projects take center stage through the Startup Battle, where founders compete for a share of the €100,000 prize pool. Industry veterans and active investors serve as judges, and winners gain access to dedicated mentorship sessions designed to accelerate their development.

The official program extends beyond daytime sessions. A welcome reception on October 15 launches the proceedings, followed by carefully selected side events that prioritize quality engagement over quantity. Organizers have deliberately curated fewer but more targeted gatherings to maximize value for participants.

Media coverage gets special attention through a dedicated press facility that provides journalists with direct speaker access between sessions. This setup enables in-depth interviews and behind-the-scenes insights that complement the public programming.

Registration remains open across multiple ticket categories. General admission starts at €610, while premium Tiger Passes at €4,800 unlock advanced features including priority meeting booking and full attendee directory access.

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Full event schedule, confirmed speakers, and registration details are available on the official EBC11 website.