What Was Taipei Blockchain Week 2022?
Taipei Blockchain Week 2022 was Taiwan's first large-scale blockchain and Web3 conference, held from 12 to 17 December 2022. Organized by Bu Zhi DAO, with the theme Bridge, it aimed to bring together people who love both Taiwan and Web3, and to bridge the gap between Web2 and Web3 communities. Details sat on the official Taipei Blockchain Week site. The event became the largest crypto conference in Taiwan at the time, drawing over 5,000 attendees and hosting presentations from major global blockchain organizations including Avalanche, Google Cloud, Pantera Capital, and the Ethereum Foundation.
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Key Themes and Event Highlights
The six-day format spanned multiple stages, including the main conference, workshops, and networking events.
Event Highlights
- Opening ceremony: Taipei City Mayor Chiang Wan-an delivered an inspiring opening speech, with the Deputy General of MODA (Taiwan's Ministry of Digital Affairs) also present — signalling strong government interest in blockchain as part of Taiwan's digital future.
- pplpleasr (NFT artist and filmmaker) delivered the first keynote, making her one of the most prominent NFT artists to headline a Taiwan blockchain event.
- Yat Siu (Co-Founder and CEO, Animoca Brands) spoke on digital property rights, NFTs, and the open metaverse, connecting Animoca's global ecosystem to Taiwan's creator and gaming community.
- Tom Schmidt (Dragonfly Capital) and Yan (Hive Ventures) with Tony (500 Global) discussed investing differences between West and East — a particularly valuable session for Taiwan-based founders seeking international capital.
- Matt Sorg (Head of Engineering, Solana Foundation) presented core Solana ecosystem fundamentals to 300+ developers — a significant builder-education moment for Taiwan.
- Josh Principe (YouTube) discussed Web3 design and utility from a Web2 giant's perspective — reflecting the bridge theme between traditional platforms and decentralized alternatives.
- Patrick Lee, Holly Liu, Kun Gao, Kevin Lin (PKO): founders from the gaming and entertainment world discussed building community, comparing their Web2 experience to Web3.
- Google Cloud was the first major sponsor and delivered a keynote, with Google's broader Taiwan blockchain collaborations announced around the event.
- Scale: Over 5,000 total attendees, with presentations from Avalanche, Google Cloud, Pantera Capital, and the Ethereum Foundation.
How Blockchain and Web3 Are Growing in Taiwan
Taiwan has been steadily building its crypto regulatory framework. VASPs must complete Anti-Money Laundering registration with the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) under a 2024 amendment — non-compliance carries criminal penalties. The FSC submitted a draft Virtual Asset Service Act to the Executive Yuan in June 2025, modelled on Europe's MiCA, covering licensing, capital requirements, and stablecoin issuance. Taiwan Mobile launched TWEX, its own FSC-compliant exchange, in May 2025. Taiwan aims to launch its first regulated stablecoin by mid-2026. MaiCoin and other leading Taiwanese exchanges saw over 50% user growth and tripled trading volumes by 2025. For more shows, see CoinGabbar's blockchain events hub.
Impact of the Event on Taiwan's Blockchain Ecosystem
The event gave Taiwan's blockchain community its first major international moment. By securing the Taipei City Mayor as an opening speaker and Google Cloud as lead sponsor, it signalled both government and corporate legitimacy for the sector. It drew global investor attention — from Dragonfly Capital to 500 Global — to Taiwan's growing Web3 ecosystem. And by centering the theme around bridging Web2 and Web3, it helped Taiwan's large software and hardware engineering community find a path into blockchain development.
Why Sponsors, Exhibitors and Projects Should Join
- Layer 1 and Layer 2 protocols: Taiwan has a large developer and gaming community actively exploring blockchain.
- NFT and creator platforms: Taiwan's strong gaming and animation industries are natural homes for NFT and digital ownership projects.
- VCs and global funds: The event gave investors early access to Taiwan's most promising Web3 founders.
- Enterprise blockchain: Taiwan's semiconductor and manufacturing industries are exploring blockchain for supply chain and provenance verification.
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Why KOLs, Media and Influencers Attend
Taiwan sits at the intersection of global tech supply chains and a vibrant creator economy. KOLs and media find a market where Web3 meets semiconductor innovation and world-class game studios. Coverage can spread through the crypto press release network.
Why Builders and Participants Join
Builders in Taiwan come to meet global protocols, find Solana or Avalanche grants, and connect with investors who understand the region. The DAO-run format means the event is genuinely community-built. Many leave with co-founders, investment leads, or grant applications in progress.
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How the Event Concluded and What Came Next
The 2022 conference wrapped up after six days that established Taiwan as a serious Web3 conference destination. Google Cloud's sponsorship and Mayor Chiang's speech gave the event mainstream credibility. Global investor presence confirmed Taiwan's status as a fundable Web3 market. Bu Zhi DAO returned the following year with an even larger 2023 edition, doubling the event's scale with a 500+ developer hackathon (sponsored by the Sui Foundation) and 200+ speakers. The annual event has since grown into an annual anchor event on Asia's blockchain calendar. Track upcoming shows on the crypto events calendar and our blockchain events page.
Glossary of Key Terms
- Bu Zhi DAO: the Taiwan-based decentralized organization that organized this annual blockchain conference.
- pplpleasr: a prominent NFT artist known for high-profile animated NFT collaborations including work with DeFi protocols like Uniswap.
- Animoca Brands: a leading Web3 gaming and investment firm whose CEO Yat Siu keynoted the event.
- FSC: Taiwan's Financial Supervisory Commission, which requires VASP registration and is developing a dedicated crypto law.
- MODA: Taiwan's Ministry of Digital Affairs, whose Deputy General attended the opening ceremony.
Disclaimer
This page is for general information only. It is not financial, legal, or investment advice. The event described was held in December 2022; future dates and details may differ. Please confirm with the official source and do your own research. Crypto assets are volatile.
