W3Expo — The Original In-Person Web3 Gaming Expo — Returns for Istanbul Blockchain Week 2024

W3Expo 2024 is returning to Istanbul on August 13-14, hosted at the Hilton Istanbul Bomonti. This event, a highlight of the Istanbul Blockchain Week, is set to spotlight the burgeoning field of Web3 gaming, adopting a direct-to-consumer approach. Celebrating Turkey’s emergence as a pivotal gaming and Web3 hub, the expo is expected to draw in over 4,000 attendees. It promises a vibrant showcase featuring live esports competitions, interactive gaming stations, and a focus on immersive gaming experiences that bridge the worlds of web2 and web3. Positioned in the heart of one of the globe’s leading Web3 adopters, W3Expo 2024 is poised to be a crucible of innovation.

Following its groundbreaking debut in 2022, W3Expo, orchestrated by the Web3 Marketing & PR Agency EAK Digital, is set for a triumphant encore on August 13-14 at the Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center. This event reaffirms its dedication to the Web3 gaming sector, with a distinctive approach that places gaming at the forefront, aiming to deliver Web3 games directly to consumers. This approach sets W3Expo apart from typical B2B events or the NFT corners of crypto conventions, presenting a dedicated gaming showcase that seamlessly integrates web2, web3, and esports across all gaming platforms, including PC, mobile, and console.

Turkey’s esteemed status as a gaming haven, renowned for its vibrant casual gaming market and rapid ascent as a top global adopter of Web3 technology, coupled with its thriving esports scene, renders it the perfect backdrop for W3Expo 2024. As part of Istanbul Blockchain Week, the expo is anticipated to attract an international crowd of over 4,000, including gamers, developers, and Web3 aficionados, all keen to explore the forefront of gaming innovation.

The expo’s design emphasizes immersive and interactive gaming experiences, with intuitively arranged walk-up-and-play stations equipped with the latest PCs and mobile devices, each linked to large monitors to share the thrill of gameplay with spectators. This setup fosters a community atmosphere, where every triumph and setback is experienced collectively.

Highlighting the event, Avalanche will showcase its gaming portfolio, featuring titles like Raini: Lords of Light and others. Each showcases the potential of Avalanche’s blockchain technology. These games promise to offer diverse and immersive experiences, from strategic battles to innovative gameplay mechanics.

Damian Bartlett, W3E Team Lead at W3Expo, expressed enthusiasm for the expo’s return to Istanbul. He emphasized the event’s commitment to blending Web3 gaming with traditional gaming and esports. He highlighted Turkey’s robust gaming and esports culture and its leading role in Web3 adoption as key factors making it the ideal venue for W3Expo 2024.

W3Expo 2024 invites gamers, developers, and enthusiasts to participate in an event that celebrates the future of gaming and offers a unique opportunity to experience the cutting-edge of Web3 gaming innovation.

Istanbul Blockchain Week 2024, alongside W3Expo, is set to light up Istanbul on August 13-14 at the Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center, marking its position as a hub for Web3 innovation in the Eurasian region. This year’s event aims to build on previous successes, expanding its scope with more speakers, activations, and Web3 education, leveraging Turkey’s growing status as a crypto powerhouse. With its dynamic tech ecosystem and strategic location, Istanbul Blockchain Week promises a meeting of minds among international and local experts driving the Web3 revolution.

Entrance to W3Expo is included with Istanbul Blockchain Week tickets, with early bird options available for purchase.

About W3E

W3E stands at the forefront of Web3 and gaming innovation is committed to enhancing the gaming and esports landscape within the web3 ecosystem. Led by Damian Bartlett, W3E has hosted significant events, including the world’s first Web3 LAN tournament at the ESA Esports Arena during Istanbul Blockchain Week 2022. As part of the EAK Global Group, W3E is developing an all-encompassing gaming ecosystem that supports games in their market entry strategies, alongside offering consumer-facing expos and esports events for players. The team, with extensive experience in the gaming industry, provides a solid platform for emerging projects, game testing, and networking among gaming, blockchain, and esports enthusiasts, aiming to legitimize and foster growth in the web3 gaming sector

To learn more, visit w3expo.gg.

About Istanbul Blockchain Week

Istanbul Blockchain Week is an annual gathering that unites blockchain enthusiasts, industry experts, and thought leaders from around the world. Following its notable success in previous years, which attracted over 8,000 attendees and featured prominent speakers, IBW returns to Turkey’s leading crypto hub on August 13th to 14th. The event serves as a dynamic platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and exploring the latest advancements in blockchain technology, offering a diverse program of keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and exhibitions. Istanbul Blockchain Week presents a unique opportunity for individuals to dive into the blockchain realm and connect with visionaries actively shaping the future.

To learn more and get IBW tickets, visit istanbulblockchainweek.com.

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NOTES TO EDITORS:

• The press pack is available here.
• Pictures from W3Expo 2022 can be found here.
• Pictures from IBW 2023 can be found here.
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