{"id":597760,"date":"2026-05-12T09:25:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T13:25:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ambcrypto.com\/?p=597760"},"modified":"2026-05-14T06:43:47","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T10:43:47","slug":"southeast-asia-blockchain-week-returns-to-bangkok-for-its-third-edition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ambcrypto.com\/southeast-asia-blockchain-week-returns-to-bangkok-for-its-third-edition\/","title":{"rendered":"Southeast Asia Blockchain Week Returns to Bangkok for Its Third Edition"},"content":{"rendered":"

Southeast Asia Blockchain Week (SEABW) officially returns to Bangkok from May 18 to 24, 2026. Organized by global Web3 venture capital <\/span>Hashed<\/b> and its innovation lab <\/span>ShardLab<\/b>\u2014operating under a strategic partnership with <\/span>SCBX<\/b>, Thailand\u2019s leading financial technology group\u2014SEABW is the premier blockchain conference in the region. The third edition gathers global Web3 leaders, institutional investors, and policymakers to shift the industry narrative from speculation to real-world integration.<\/span><\/p>\n

SEABW 2026 will center around five core themes: <\/span>The Regulatory Frontier, Institutional Verticalization, RWA 2.0, The Agentic Economy, and The Base Layer Imperative.<\/b> Hojin Kim, CEO of ShardLab, emphasized the strategic importance of this year\u2019s agenda:<\/span><\/p>\n

“By 2026, Southeast Asia will have evolved into a global <\/span>‘Powerhouse of Value,’<\/b> where the boundaries between institutional finance and everyday consumer applications are disappearing. At ShardLab, we see the region leading a massive shift where <\/span>Agentic AI<\/b> and <\/span>on-chain infrastructure<\/b> are no longer invisible technologies, but the very tools empowering millions of users in their daily lives. SEABW 2026 is designed to be the ultimate meeting ground for the visionaries bringing Web3 to the masses, bridging cutting-edge protocols with the real-world experiences of the world’s most vibrant digital population.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Bangkok? Why Now?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Southeast Asia has transitioned from a retail interest hub to a global leader in institutional infrastructure. Thailand is currently setting the regional standard; the Thai SEC\u2019s approval of crypto ETFs, regulated futures trading on TFEX, and capital gains tax exemptions signal a market in active integration. With the Bank of Thailand\u2019s programmable payment sandbox and formal approval of major stablecoins, the market is anchored by leading institutions like <\/span>SCBX<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Highlighting this milestone, <\/span>SCBX has joined SEABW 2026 as the Main Sponsor.<\/b> This partnership underscores the deep integration of digital assets into Thailand\u2019s financial core and reinforces SCBX\u2019s commitment to leading the convergence of traditional finance and the on-chain economy.<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s New at SEABW 2026?<\/b><\/h3>\n

The 2026 program focuses on high-quality engagement. While the <\/span>Main Stage<\/b> addresses industry-defining questions, the <\/span>Exhibition and Spotlight Stage<\/b> give builders direct access to an institutional audience. The <\/span>“Play to Build” hackathon<\/b> will take developers from concept to product, culminating in a Demo Day for investors.<\/span><\/p>\n

A defining feature is the <\/span>Exclusive Institutional Roundtables<\/b>, connecting funds, infrastructure players, and regulators in closed-door sessions to build cross-border partnerships. Furthermore, to broaden ecosystem access, <\/span>General Admission is free<\/b> for the 2026 edition, while curated private programs remain reserved for senior participants and partners.<\/span><\/p>\n

SEABW 2026 returns at a moment when Southeast Asia’s role in global digital finance is more central than ever. Join us this May in Bangkok to define the future of value.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mark Your Calendars:<\/b><\/p>\n