The Algarve Blockchain Community (ABC) is proud to announce its 2-Year Anniversary Celebration, bringing together builders, innovators, and thought leaders from across the Web3 and decentralized finance landscape.
The event — a vibrant fusion of inspiration, collaboration, food, drinks, and music — highlights the remarkable growth of the Algarve’s Web3 ecosystem and underscores ABC’s ongoing commitment to education, connection, and real-world impact within the region.
Over the past two years, ABC has served as a central hub for learning and engagement in blockchain technology across the Algarve. From monthly meetups and workshops to dynamic discussions on finance and decentralization, ABC has championed an inclusive space where ideas flourish and community thrives.
Event Highlights:
The anniversary celebration features two headline sessions, that showcase the cutting edge of both Web3 innovation and the journey from traditional finance to decentralized systems:
Innovation & Growth in Web3: A panel spotlighting trailblazers in decentralized technology, from payment infrastructure to DePIN solutions.
TradFi to DeFi: The Process of Tokenization: A fireside chat breaking down how traditional financial concepts and assets are being reshaped and unlocked through decentralized finance mechanisms.
Featured Speakers Include:
ABC has assembled a lineup of distinguished builders and thinkers who exemplify the depth and diversity of innovation in the space:
SwapBee – Jorge Batista: A seasoned crypto entrepreneur and software engineer with deep expertise in blockchain infrastructure and digital asset payments.
Uplink – Claudia Olah: CMO of a leading DePIN platform transforming real-world connectivity through emerging Web3 infrastructure.
StepN (FSL) – Jorge Louro: Web3 content creator and educator, blending digital innovation with community engagement.
BTCWine – Philippe Papillon: Founder of BTCWine and pioneering merchant integrating Bitcoin payments into the classic wine marketplace.
Hemi.xyz – Marco Peereboom: Principal engineer and early contributor to foundational open-source blockchain technologies.
“Over two years, we’ve built more than meetups — we’ve built a community that stands at the crossroads of innovation, collaboration, and real learning,”said ABC co-founders, Joaquim Nascimento of the Algarve Evolution and Clarissa Peereboom of the ABC. “This celebration is a reflection of our shared journey — from curious first-time attendees to engaged builders shaping the future of finance and decentralization here in the Algarve and beyond.”
Event Details:
When: Evening celebration dates and registration available via https://luma.com/m8qinpnd
Where: Portimão, Portugal (exact location shared with registered attendees)
Why: To honor a thriving community, explore what’s next for Web3 and DeFi innovation, and connect ecosystem builders across sectors.
About ABC
The Algarve Blockchain Community (ABC) is a community-driven initiative dedicated to making blockchain, crypto, and decentralized technologies accessible to all. Through engaging meetups, education-first sessions, and collaborative events, ABC builds pathways for learning, networking, and innovation without sales pitches or commercial pressure.
