The 17th edition of the Blockchain Life forum is scheduled for December 1–2, 2026, at the Festival Arena in Dubai. The event focuses on Web3, cryptocurrency, mining, and artificial intelligence, expecting over 15,000 participants from more than 130 countries.

The program includes over 200 speakers and 200 sponsors, featuring representatives from major crypto exchanges, mining firms, and Web3 startups. Confirmed participants include companies such as MEXC, OKX, EMCD, BingX, Bitget, and MicroBT.

The forum will feature a Startup Pitch competition and the Blockchain Life Awards. A new track, the AI Future Forum, will debut alongside the main event, focusing on robotics and the integration of artificial intelligence with business and crypto sectors.

The broader Blockchain Life Week will take place from November 27 to December 6, encompassing over 100 side events across Dubai. Access to the AI Future Forum is included with all standard event tickets, while VIP tickets grant entry to the closing afterparty.