Bengaluru is preparing for IBW2025, the largest Web3 summit in India

Source: Yellow Original Title: Bengaluru is preparing for IBW2025, the largest Web3 summit in India

Original Link: https://yellow.com/es/news/bengaluru-se-prepara-para-ibw2025-la-cumbre-más-grande-de-web3-en-india Bengaluru, November 19, 2025: As India strengthens its position as one of the fastest-growing markets in the global Web3 economy, India Blockchain Week (IBW 2025) returns for its third and largest edition from December 1 to 7, 2025. The week-long series will bring together global investors, lawmakers, and innovators in Bengaluru, with the IBW 2025 Conference scheduled for December 2 and 3 at the Sheraton Grand Convention Centre. Certain recognized global leaders in blockchain are the main sponsors of IBW2025, reinforcing the conference as a hub for Web3 innovation and talent.

Recognized for connecting India's Web3 ecosystem with global leaders, IBW 2025 will feature more than 100 parallel events, workshops, and networking sessions, organized by entities such as Hashed Emergent, certain cryptocurrency exchanges, blockchain foundations, Polygon, Devfolio, TON, Cardano, and others.

With over 1,200 web3 startups, 35 million active cryptocurrency users on centralized exchanges, the second largest Web3 developer base, and the highest cryptocurrency adoption rate in the world for the third consecutive year, India represents one of the most important markets for the future of cryptocurrencies. The growing base of founders in the country and the vibrant developer ecosystem reflect a market ready for innovation and growth.

Organized by Hashed Emergent, a web3 venture capital firm dedicated to accelerating the mass adoption of web3 in emerging markets, the IBW 2025 Conference will feature over 100 speakers including entrepreneurs, lawmakers, and investors who will participate in keynote speeches, fireside chats, and discussions on the intersections of blockchain, AI, real assets (RWA), and regulatory developments.

Shri Priyank M. Kharge, Minister of Electronics, Information Technology, Biotechnology and Rural Development & Panchayat Raj, Government of Karnataka will deliver the inaugural address on Day 2 of the conference. This comes at a critical time when the Government of Karnataka has announced a Start-up policy of INR 518 Crore 2025-2030 to support the state's innovation ecosystem, including blockchain startups.

Other distinguished industry speakers include Sreeram Kannan (Founder & CEO, Eigen Labs), Sandeep Nailwal (Co-Founder, Polygon), Avery Ching (Co-Founder & CEO, Aptos Labs), Kushal Manupati (Regional Growth & Operations Lead for South Asia, certain exchange), Akshay BD (NCMO, Solana Foundation), Sébastien Borget (Co-Founder & COO, The Sandbox), Mark Rydon (Co-Founder & CEO, Aethir), John O'Loghlen (General Director, APAC – certain cryptocurrency platform), Yusuf Goolamabbas (Director of Knowledge, Animoca Brands), Rik Krieger (COO, Trust Wallet), Michael (EVP Strategy & M&A, Ledger), Nikhil Joshi (COO, Emurgo), and Jody Mettler (COO, BitGo).

Speaking before the IBW Conference, Kushal Manupati, Regional Growth and Operations Lead for South Asia at a certain exchange, said: “India is home to one of the largest and most dynamic Web3 developer communities in the world, with creators whose innovations are already shaping global blockchain trends. Through community outreach initiatives, we actively engage with these founders, witnessing firsthand the creativity, technical brilliance, and ambition that fuel this ecosystem. As a main sponsor of IBW 2025, we are proud to help connect this ingenuity with global networks, empowering the next generation of creators to transform ideas into technologies that will define the future of Web3.”

Avery Ching, CEO and Co-Founder at Aptos Labs, said: “India is a key market for Aptos, home to some of our most valuable partners, talented creators, and pioneering initiatives. I am excited to join IBW2025 and be part of the remarkable Web3 momentum in the country. I look forward to engaging with local innovators and bringing to life more real and impactful use cases in India through Aptos.”

For Indian Web3 founders, a certain blockchain foundation and Avalanche will jointly sponsor the IBW Demo Day, providing early-stage startups with a platform to showcase their innovations to global investors. Hashed Emergent will extend up to $250,000 in investment commitments distributed among promising teams.

Tak Lee, CEO and Managing Partner of Hashed Emergent, said: “This year, the IBW Conference is deepening its focus on ecosystem growth, working closely with government bodies, industry associations, startup networks, and universities to expand India's web3 community. The goal is to turn India's growing web3 momentum into a sustained movement that drives innovation, talent, and global leadership.”

The IBW Edition of the Cardano Hackathon Asia 2025 will give startup teams the opportunity to transform their ideas into impactful, launch-ready projects. The hackathon not only offers a total prize pool of $65K, but also brings in expert builders from across the Cardano ecosystem to guide creators from start to finish.

This year's event is expected to attract more than 5,000 participants from over 40 countries. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn and interact with leaders in blockchain, DeFi, AI, RWAs, and regulatory developments.

Other sponsors include Cardano, Polygon Labs, certain exchanges and cryptocurrency platforms, Ledger, certain exchanges, KGEN, 0G Labs, Bullbit, A7A5, BitGo, XDC Network, Endless Domains, XYO, Coinscope, and The reliable jobs.

About India Blockchain Week (IBW)

India Blockchain Week (IBW) is a movement that unifies the Indian Web3 ecosystem and a platform to connect with the global community. It is the largest series of blockchain and web3 events at a pan-industrial level in India, taking place from December 1 to 7, 2025, in Bangalore, India. IBW is a series of 100+ web3 events over one week, including flagship events such as the main IBW conference, Demo Day, and many other parallel events, networking events, workshops, parties, etc., organized by stakeholders from the Indian and international blockchain industry.

The IBW Conference is the main two-day event anchoring the India Blockchain Week (IBW) from December 2 to 3, 2025, at the Sheraton Grand, Bangalore, and organized by Hashed Emergent.

About Hashed Emergent

Hashed Emergent is the venture capital arm of Hashed, supporting creators from India and emerging markets that are shaping the on-chain frontier. It invests in the earliest stages of a web3 startup's journey, leveraging its expertise, experience, and network to amplify their growth and success. The team is based in the cultural hubs of web3 in emerging markets, spanning Bangalore, Seoul, Singapore, Lagos, and Dubai. Hashed Emergent drives the growth of the web3-centric ecosystem and community expansion in these markets through its specifically designed initiatives.