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Shape the Future of Blockchain at the UN
UN Blockchain Week 2026 brings together world leaders, investors, policymakers, and builders in Times Square, NYC during UNGA and New York Fashion Week.
September 10–19, 2026
A Global Stage in the Heart of Times Square
This landmark 10-day experience explores blockchain, cryptocurrency, AI, energy, space innovation, liberty, privacy, and policy through high-impact panels, keynotes, fireside chats, workshops, and exclusive networking.
We welcome proposals from founders, executives, researchers, policymakers, and builders. Submit your session or panel through our official Sessionize call for speakers.
Featured Programming
Speak Across the Full Week
Time Square, NYC · Themed days and flagship conferences throughout the program.
September 14
CryptoMondays
September 15
Tech Tuesdays
September 16
MAHA Wednesdays
September 16–17
UN Blockchain Week Premiere Conference
September 17
BitcoinPalooza
September 18
Washington Elite Investment Summit & Gala
Submission Timeline
Three Phases to Apply
Proposals are reviewed on a rolling basis. Earlier submissions receive priority consideration.
Priority Round
June 30 – July 25, 2026
Apply early for priority consideration and faster review.
Main Open Call
July 26 – August 15, 2026
Our primary submission window for session and panel proposals.
Final Round
August 16 – August 31, 2026
Last chance to submit. Strong proposals are still welcome.
Call closes August 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Daylight Time (UTC-04:00).
What We're Looking For
Thought-Provoking Sessions With Real Impact
We especially encourage strong panel proposals that bring together diverse perspectives from industry, policy, academia, and emerging voices.
- Blockchain & cryptocurrency
- Artificial intelligence
- Energy & sustainability
- Liberty & privacy
- Space technology
- DeFi & real-world adoption
- Regulation & policy
Sessions should deliver actionable insights for intermediate to advanced audiences, with forward-looking discussions suitable for founders, investors, developers, regulators, and creative innovators.
Accepted Session Formats
- Panel Discussion
- Keynote
- Fireside Chat
- Workshop
- Lightning Talk
Speaker Benefits
Why Speak at UN Blockchain Week
Full Week Access
Complimentary access to UN Blockchain Week programming for accepted speakers.
Global Visibility
Prominent placement during UNGA week when policymakers and investors are in New York.
Elite Networking
Includes access to the Washington Elite Investment Summit & Gala and VIP side events.
Ready to Submit?
Proposals are submitted through Sessionize, our official call-for-speakers platform. Speaking is free and includes Washington Elite Investment Summit & Gala access for accepted speakers.
September 10–19, 2026 · Time Square, NYC
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