As an international conference focused on Web3, GWDC 2026 KOREA (Global Web3 Dev Con 2026 Korea) embraces the ethos of “For Builders, By Builders” and will take place on September 29–30, 2026, at aT Center in Seoul, South Korea. Bringing together 5,000+ attendees, 300+ developers, 90+ speakers, and 90+ leading industry organizations, the conference will feature two days of packed programming and a distinguished speaker lineup, providing a global platform for Web3 professionals to exchange technical insights, explore business partnerships, and build the ecosystem together.
Speaker Lineup: Leaders from Government, Industry, Academia, and Research Explore the Future of Web3
The conference has invited more than 90 prominent speakers from government, industry, academia, and the investment community, representing the breadth of the Web3 and AI ecosystems and creating a forum for high-level industry dialogue.
Policy and Regulation: Political leaders including South Korea’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance Koo Yun-cheol; South Korean National Assembly member and proposer of the Digital Asset Basic Act Min Byung-deok; Hong Kong Legislative Council member Johnny Ng; and Chairman of the Asia Economic Development Committee Suk-hun Yoon will offer in-depth perspectives on crypto policy in South Korea and across Asia, regulatory compliance, governance, and regional cooperation.
Leading Industry Executives: Senior executives from Microsoft, Bithumb, TRON, Kakao Pay, Animoca Brands, Naver, and other leading companies will share insights into enterprise Web3 applications and innovation in the digital economy.
Agenda Highlights: Leading Institutions from China, South Korea, and Around the World Gather in Seoul for Two Days of Innovation Across the Web3 Ecosystem
Centered on technology implementation and ecosystem collaboration, the conference brought together government officials, leading technology companies, and top investment firms from China, South Korea, and beyond for two days of in-depth discussions spanning policy trends, technological breakthroughs, business applications, and community engagement.
The agenda explored policy coordination and cross-border collaboration alongside practical AI applications and the evolution of next-generation decentralized infrastructure. Discussions also covered emerging business areas, including regulatory compliance for real-world assets (RWA), practical applications of zero-knowledge (ZK) technology, cross-border financial innovation, and stablecoin payments.
Dedicated sessions on developer ecosystems and intensive hackathon coding aimed to strengthen dialogue among government, industry, academia, and research. By connecting technology, business, and community, the conference offered practical insights into collaborative innovation across the global digital economy.
Ecosystem Momentum: 40+ Leading Exhibitors and Strong Support from 100+ Universities and Developer Communities
GWDC 2026 KOREA attracted more than 40 leading organizations and innovative projects spanning AI, Web3, and ecosystem applications. Moving beyond traditional static displays, the exhibition embraced interactive demos that brought cutting-edge technology to life. It provided exhibitors with opportunities to showcase their brands, connect with leading investors, and demonstrate solutions such as cross-border payments.
Meanwhile, the conference’s builder spirit and open-source culture are resonating strongly across the community. Through close collaboration with more than 100 leading universities and developer communities worldwide, the event brought together over 300 talented developers from China, South Korea, Japan, India, and Southeast Asia for a 48-hour hackathon and dedicated developer ecosystem sessions. These activities provided a hands-on proving ground for turning ideas into product prototypes while contributing technical talent and fresh innovation to the broader Web3 ecosystem—connecting technology, business, and community in a complete cycle.
Together with Our Ecosystem Partners at GWDC 2026 KOREA
The launch of GWDC 2026 KOREA would not have been possible without the strong support of our global ecosystem partners. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our sponsors and partners!
Registration for GWDC 2026 KOREA is now open. We invite Web3 enthusiasts, developers, and industry leaders from around the world to secure your spot and join us for this unmissable industry gathering!
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Official Website: http://www.gwdc.net
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About Web3Labs
Web3Labs is a leading incubator and gateway for startups in the Web3 ecosystem. In support of the Hong Kong SAR Government’s policies, it helps Web3 companies worldwide establish a presence in Hong Kong and connect with international markets through market entry services, investment and acceleration, technology collaboration, and compliance support.
Web3Labs has launched a US$10 million Global Acceleration Program and established strategic partnerships with leading international organizations, including Neo, Zetrix, ICP, KuCoin Labs, TON, and TRON, to provide comprehensive support and resources for promising Web3 projects.
