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Jeremy Allaire

Jeremy Allaire is an American technologist and entrepreneur best known as the co‑founder, CEO, and chairman of Circle, the company behind the USDC dollar stablecoin. He previously co‑founded Allaire Corporation (creator of ColdFusion) and founded the online video platform Brightcove.wikipedia+2

Basic profile

Name: Jeremy Allaire.encyclopedia
Nationality: American.cryptoslate
Known for: Leading Circle and USDC, and earlier work on web development tools and online video platforms.circle+1

Current role

Co‑founder, CEO, and chairman of Circle, a global fintech firm focused on stablecoins and public blockchains for payments and commerce.linkedin+2
Key public advocate for regulation and institutional adoption of stablecoins such as USDC.tradersunion+1

Earlier companies

Co‑founded Allaire Corporation in the mid‑1990s, which created the ColdFusion web application platform; the company went public in 1999 and was acquired by Macromedia in 2001.marketswiki+3
Served as CTO at Macromedia after the acquisition, contributing to web and rich‑media software platforms.wikipedia+2
Founded Brightcove in 2004, an online video platform that later went public; he served as CEO and then chairman.encyclopedia+3

Education and background

Bachelor’s degree in political science and philosophy (with an economics concentration) from Macalester College, graduated in 1993.marketswiki+3
Became involved with the early Internet during college and launched an Internet consulting firm, Global Internet Horizons, soon after graduating.businessabc+2

Crypto/stablecoin significance

Co‑founded Circle in 2013, initially focused on consumer crypto payments, later pivoting to stablecoin infrastructure.usethebitcoin+2
Helped launch USDC in 2018, which has become one of the major dollar‑pegged stablecoins used in crypto markets and payment systems.forbes+2

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Consensus Miami 2026

Consensus Miami 2026 is CoinDesk’s large-scale crypto, Web3, and AI conference taking place in Miami from May 5–7, 2026, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. It is positioned as the Americas-focused flagship for Consensus, often branded as the “Super Bowl of Blockchain” and expected to draw more than 20,000 attendees from over 100 countries.consensus.coindesk+3

Core event details

Dates: May 5–7, 2026.miamibeachconvention+2
Venue: Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami, Florida.prnewswire+2
Organizer: CoinDesk, which runs the long‑running Consensus series and related hackathons and pitch competitions.events.coinpedia+2

Focus and themes

The program spans blockchain, digital assets, DeFi, stablecoins, institutional adoption, regulation/policy, Web3, and AI.cryptojobslist+3
It is marketed as a high‑impact environment for founders, executives, and investors to do deals and “get three months of meetings done in three days.”events.coinpedia+1

Scale and audience

Marketing materials highlight 20,000+ attendees, 7,000+ companies, 100+ countries represented, and several trillion dollars in crypto AUM among participants.cryptojobslist+1
Expected attendees include startups, major exchanges, institutional investors, regulators, Web3 builders, and AI innovators.prnewswire+2

Programming highlights

Multi‑track stages including dedicated content for Bitcoin, institutional finance, Web3, and AI.x+2
Signature elements such as the Consensus Hackathon and CoinDesk PitchFest for early‑stage projects are planned to run alongside the main conference.events.coinpedia+1

How to participate

Tickets for Consensus Miami 2026 are already on sale via the official Consensus/CoinDesk event pages.consensus.coindesk+2
Prospective sponsors, speakers, or startup exhibitors can apply through CoinDesk’s events portal, which provides options for booths, stages, and side events around Miami.events.coindesk+2

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Devcon in Mumbai

Devcon, Ethereum’s flagship developer conference, is scheduled to take place in Mumbai as Devcon 8 from 3–6 November 2026 at the JIO World Center.devcon+2

Basic event info

Name: Devcon 8 (Ethereum Foundation’s global builder conference).ethereum+1
Dates: 3–6 November 2026.instagram+2
Location: JIO World Center, Mumbai, India.linkedin+2

What Devcon is

Devcon is the Ethereum community’s major gathering for developers, researchers, designers, community organizers, and other builders around decentralized systems.etherworld+2
The event focuses on deeply technical sessions, workshops, as well as content for newcomers, with multiple stages and community-shaped spaces like Community Hubs and Supporter Spaces.linkedin+1

Why Mumbai / India

India was chosen due to its rapidly growing developer ecosystem (over 17M developers on GitHub and leading source of new crypto developers since 2023).mexc+2
The country has also been highlighted as a leader in global crypto adoption and has an active Ethereum scene with initiatives like ETHMumbai, Devfolio, and Polygon.etherworld+2

Around the dates

Devcon 8 takes place just a few days before Diwali on 8 November 2026, making it attractive to combine the conference with the festival.ethereum
Separate from Devcon itself, ETHMumbai is planned as a four‑day conference and hackathon in March 2026, seen as part of the local lead‑up ecosystem.mexc

How to stay updated

More details on tickets, speaker applications, volunteering, and side events will be released closer to the date via the official Devcon website and Ethereum Foundation channels.facebook+4
For planning events around it, organizers are encouraged to schedule before or after 3–6 November to avoid conflicts and traffic issues.ethereum

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Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas

Bitcoin 2026 is the major Bitcoin Conference being held in Las Vegas from April 27–29, 2026, at The Venetian Resort (Venetian Convention & Expo Center).2026.b+2

Basic event info

Name: Bitcoin 2026 (The Bitcoin Conference).cryptobrowser+1
Dates: April 27–29, 2026 (Monday–Wednesday), usually 8am–5pm core program.eventbrite+2
Venue: The Venetian Las Vegas / Venetian Convention & Expo Center, 3355 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109.bitcoinmagazine+3

Passes and access

Pass types typically include General Admission (Days 2–3 only), PRO, and Whale passes with additional access (Pro Day, lounges, receptions).intercom+1
Higher-tier passes add access to enterprise areas, networking lounges, and special events like receptions.2026.b+1

What to expect

Thousands of attendees (30,000–35,000+ expected) including developers, miners, investors, companies, and institutions.events.coinpedia+2
Program mix: keynotes, technical and regulatory panels, workshops, exhibition hall with Bitcoin/crypto companies, and extensive networking and side events during “Bitcoin Week” in Vegas.eventbrite+4

Tickets and registration

Tickets are sold via the official site (b.tc / 2026.b.tc) and listed on event platforms like Eventbrite and partner promo sites.eventbrite+3
Various promos (e.g., discount codes like DISCO or CXFAQ) appear on partner pages, but the safest reference for pricing and terms is the official conference website.discotech+2

If you’re considering attending

For long-haul travelers (like from Korea), arriving at least a day early helps with jet lag before the April 27 Pro/Day 1 sessions.intercom
Hotels at or near The Venetian (Venetian/Palazzo corridor on the Strip) minimize transit time between your room, expo floor, and evening side events.bitcoinmagazine+1

If you tell what you want (trading vs dev vs networking), a tailored plan (which pass, which days/sessions to prioritize, and how to combine with Vegas schedule) can be suggested.

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TOKEN2049

TOKEN2049 is a large, business-focused global crypto and Web3 conference series held annually in Singapore and Dubai, bringing together key decision-makers from across the digital asset industry.token2049+3

What TOKEN2049 Is

TOKEN2049 is described as a premier or “world’s largest” crypto event and conference series for the global crypto and Web3 ecosystem.token2049+3
It serves as a meeting place for founders, executives, investors, developers, institutions, industry insiders, and media to discuss market trends, technology, and regulation.itez+3

Locations and Schedule

The series is organised annually in Singapore and Dubai, positioning the events as major hubs for both APAC and Middle East/Europe crypto communities.caymanfinance+2
Upcoming announced editions include TOKEN2049 Dubai (29–30 April 2026) and TOKEN2049 Singapore (7–8 October 2026), each running as multi-day flagship events with extensive side-event weeks.token2049+1

Scale and Audience

The events attract tens of thousands of participants, including thousands of companies from over 160 countries, with a high share of C‑level and senior decision-makers.linkedin+2
Previous Singapore editions have hosted on the order of 7,000–20,000+ attendees and thousands of firms, making TOKEN2049 one of the largest business-oriented crypto gatherings globally.blockworks+2

Program and Activities

The core program features keynotes, panel discussions, and fireside chats from leading Web3 projects, exchanges, DeFi protocols, infrastructure providers, and institutional players.caymanfinance+1
Around the main conference, there is a broader “TOKEN2049 Week” with hundreds to over a thousand side events, including hackathons, startup competitions (such as NEXUS), networking parties, and niche summits (DeFi, DePIN, AI & crypto, etc.).blockworks+2

Character and Positioning

Compared with developer-centric events like Devcon or ETHDenver, TOKEN2049 is often characterised as more commercial and deal‑making focused, emphasizing networking, partnerships, and capital formation.blockworks+1
The organisers position it as a festival‑like experience with immersive venues and entertainment elements, while still framing it as the place where the next wave of crypto and Web3 business and infrastructure is shaped.token2049+2

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Crypto Conference

CONSENSUS
CONSENSUS Hongkong 2026
CONSENSUS Miami 2026

Description

A crypto conference is a gathering where blockchain and digital asset builders, investors, institutions, and regulators meet for talks, workshops, and networking focused on crypto, Web3, and related tech.splunk+1

What a crypto conference is

A crypto conference typically features keynote talks, panel discussions, workshops, and exhibitions centered on blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, DeFi, NFTs, and Web3 infrastructure.cryptovalleyconference+1
Attendees usually include developers, traders, VCs, exchanges, regulators, and corporates who use the event for networking, dealmaking, and education.ninjapromo+1

Typical benefits for attendees

Learning: Deep-dive sessions on protocol design, security, regulation, and real-world use cases help both technical and non‑technical participants stay current.splunk+1
Networking and business: Side events, investor programs, and expo floors make it easier to meet partners, clients, and employers, often with structured deal rooms and 1:1 meeting tools.pony+1

Major global crypto conferences in 2026

Consensus Hong Kong (Feb 10–12, 2026, HKCEC) and Consensus Miami (May 5–7, 2026, Miami Beach Convention Center) are large, multi‑track events covering digital finance, policy, and AI with hackathons and PitchFest.prnewswire+3
Other big 2026 events include TOKEN2049 (Dubai & Singapore), Korea Blockchain Week, Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas, Devcon in Mumbai, and ETHDenver, spanning builders, institutions, and Bitcoin‑only communities.bleap+5

Conference types (by focus)

Builder/tech: Devcon, ETHDenver, EthCC, Crypto Valley Conference emphasize protocol research, developer workshops, and open‑source tooling.tatum+2
Business/institutional: TOKEN2049, Consensus, European Blockchain Convention focus more on institutional adoption, regulation, and capital formation.bleap+2

If you want tailored suggestions

Sharing your preferred region (e.g., Hong Kong, Singapore, US, or Korea), goals (learning, deal sourcing, job hunting, trading), and budget would make it possible to propose specific 2026 conferences and side events that best fit you.bleap

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컨센서스 홍콩 2025

‘컨센선스 홍콩 2025’는 2026년 2월 10일부터 2026년 2월 12일(UTC+8)까지 홍콩 컨벤션 센터(the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, HKCEC)에서 열린다.

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홍콩 컨벤션 센터

‘컨센선스 홍콩 2025’는 2026년 2월 10일부터 2026년 2월 12일(UTC+8)까지 홍콩 컨벤션 센터(the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, HKCEC)에서 열린다.

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HKCEC

HKCEC (Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre) is located on the waterfront in Wan Chai North on Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong SAR.wikipedia

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