The Gateway 2026 Conference will be held from 1st - 2nd May 2026, Dubai, UAE.
Published By: Monika Verma
Published at: 2025-09-02
The Gateway 2026 – Bridging Telegram to Web3
The Gateway 2026—The Open Network Conference, organized by TON Society, is scheduled for May 1–2, 2026, in Dubai. This premier gathering unites creators, developers, builders, startups, investors, gamers, press, and community members across the TON ecosystem. Focused on pushing forward TON’s mission of embedding crypto into everyday life and serving as a Web3 gateway for millions of Telegram users, the event promises a dynamic mix of keynote talks, tech deep dives, ecosystem showcases, networking, and announcements spanning everything from DeFi and GameFi to stablecoins, tools, and community-driven initiatives
The last event in 2024 welcomed over 1,500 people—including developers, investors, founders, and Web3 creators. This shows that The Gateway is not just another conference, but a meeting point for the whole TON world.
The Gateway always brings top leaders and thinkers to the stage. Past events have hosted names like Steve Yun, President of TON Foundation, Jack Booth, Co-Founder of TON Society, Yat Siu, Co-Founder of Animoca Brands, and Mason Nystrom, Partner at Pantera Capital. These speakers and many others guide discussions on TON’s future, new ideas, and how Web3 can grow faster.
The event is supported by some of the biggest companies in the Blockchain Space. Past sponsors and exhibitors include: Binance, LayerZero, Axelar, SafePal, HashKey, and Bitget. They set up booths, share their new tools, and announce new partnerships—making The Gateway a place where big deals and fresh ideas often start.
Here’s why this event matters: Learn new things – Understand how TON is building DeFi, GameFi, stablecoins, and BTC tools inside Telegram. Meet the right people – Founders, builders, investors, and developers all come together here. Get inspired – Hear directly from the leaders shaping the future of TON and Web3. Find opportunities – From grants to developer programs, you might discover new chances to grow.
This year, expect even bigger updates and launches, including:
Ecosystem Roadmaps – News on how TON plans to reach hundreds of millions of users.
DeFi & Stablecoins – Talks on USDT and other Web3 Projects on TON.
GameFi & Tap-to-Earn – New models that mix gaming with Crypto Rewards.
BTC on TON – Fresh ways to use Bitcoin inside Telegram.
Partnerships – Collaborations with global players like Visa and Tether.
Developer Tools – New features from TON Core and Telegram Mini-Apps (TMA).
Community Energy – Airdrops, raffles, press coverage, and influencers driving excitement.
The Gateway 2026 isn’t just a conference—it’s the doorway into Telegram’s Web3 future. Whether you’re a builder, investor, gamer, or just curious about blockchain, this is where the TON story moves forward.
Date : 2026-01-14 to 2026-01-15
Location : Dubai