- The first MEBA event will be held as part of Abu Dhabi Finance Week at the five-star W Abu Dhabi on Yas Island, on 18 November 2022 alongside the 2022 F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Abu Dhabi, UAE: The first edition of the Middle East Blockchain Awards (MEBA) has attracted a strong field of sponsors, representing some of the finest names in Web 3.0 technology. Established to recognize and reward outstanding efforts in blockchain and Web 3.0 innovation, MEBA is run by Hoko Agency Middle East in partnership with Abu Dhabi Finance Week, and the Middle East, Africa and Asia Crypto and Blockchain Association (MEAACBA).
Bally Singh, Chairman and Co-Founder of Hoko Group, spoke about the line-up of sponsors: “The first Middle East Blockchain Awards have attracted significant attention from aspiring entrants as well as premium sponsors. We are very proud and privileged to announce a solid line-up of sponsors representing some of the best frontrunners in the Web 3.0 sector.”
GEM Digital Limited, the lead sponsor of MEBA, is a digital asset investment company. Based in the Bahamas, GEM Digital has committed capital to over 50 projects traded on over 23 centralized exchanges globally. Our mission is to promote growth and provide working capital to innovative, industry-leading projects in the Web 3.0 ecosystem.
Supporting sponsors of the first MEBA include the Abu Dhabi Residents Office, a division of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED); Inery Blockchain, a layer-1 blockchain solution offering decentralized database management solution, and Everdome, the digital frontier’s first hyperrealistic metaverse.
Dr. Naveen Singh, CEO of Inery Blockchain, said: “At this time of the technology revolution, it is important to recognize and honor the outstanding efforts of individuals and companies in the Web3 space who are at the forefront of the development of Blockchain technology. . It will motivate others to join and support us in pushing the boundaries of advanced technology. Inery is honored to support MEBA”
Jeremy Lopez, Chief Operating Officer of Everdome, said: “As a front runner in Web3 and Blockchain, Everdome understands what it takes to create breakthrough technology and experiences that have a significant positive impact on the world around us. As a supporting sponsor of the first ever MEBA event, we look forward to recognizing our fellow Web3 pioneers.”
MEBA winners will be selected by a panel of prestigious expert judges, including Dr Marwan Al Zarouni, CEO of the Dubai Blockchain Center (DBCC); Jehanzeb Awan, Board Member of MEAACBA, Founder and CEO of J. Awan and Partners; Miriam Kiwan, former head of digital assets at ADGM, board member of BlackOack Global; Misha Hanin, co-founder and CEO of BEDU; Saqr Ereiqat, Co-Founder and CCO of Crypto Oasis, and Matthew Amlot, Managing Editor of Arabian Business.
The MEBA will be held in the stunning Palm Garden at the five-star W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island on 18 November 2022 amid the high-energy F1 Race Weekend. The black-tie event promises a spectacular evening of recognition, insight and entertainment, attended by high-profile figures from across the GCC.
Abu Dhabi was chosen as the host city for the first awards due to the UAE leadership’s commitment to progression and innovation in blockchain and digital transformation. The UAE as a whole has made significant moves towards the regulation, security and transparency of blockchain and digital assets, driving the importance of global industry compliance standards that will benefit all aspects of Web 3.0. This forward-thinking approach has attracted many global players to establish their presence in the emirates, creating a strong ecosystem that contributes to its reputation as a hub for crypto and beyond.
Award categories include Most Innovative DeFi Platform 2022, Most Promising DEX to Watch 2022, Most Powerful CEX 2022, Best Mobile Crypto Wallet 2022, Best NFT Marketplace 2022, Best Crypto Investment Fund 2022, Most Promising Web 3.0 Ecosystem 2022, Best Nft & Gamefi Project 2022 , Top Global Crypto Youtuber / Influencer 2022, Most Influential Woman in Blockchain & Crypto 2022, Most Influential CMO in Blockchain & Crypto 2022, Most Influential Global Crypto News Service 2022, Most Influential CEO in Blockchain & Crypto 2022, and E Crypto Most Pro Project.
Entries can be submitted at www.mebawards.io
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About ADFW
Building on ADGM’s success with its flagship Fintech Abu Dhabi initiative since 2017, which attracted 18,500 attendees, 200+ speakers, 100+ startups and 75+ ecosystem partners. Abu Dhabi Finance Week is a week-long engagement that addresses a range of financial issues: financial technology and innovation, start-ups and corporates, venture finance and investments, asset management and capital markets, financial policy and regulation.
About Hoko Abu Dhabi
Hoko Agency is a diversified and innovative company that owns and operates a diverse portfolio of businesses within the finance, blockchain, entertainment, sports and food and beverage sectors. Hoko strives to be best-in-class in each of its service lines; offers quality products, world-class service and customization solutions that go beyond the industry’s expectations.
About MEAACBA
The Middle East, Africa and Asia Crypto and Blockchain Association is a not-for-profit member-driven organization, headquartered in Abu Dhabi and supported by the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The association has cross-industry representation and has been formed to support the development of accessible, transparent and compatible crypto-blockchain ecosystems. It is controlled by a board of highly respected industry specialists and supported by an advisory board of notable practitioners and business owners. For more information, go to www.meaacba.org
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