In our latest edition of EcstaSHE spotlights, we are excited to speak with Emily Rose Dallara! Emily is a founder, former Web3 CMO, and a high-performance coach who now works with founders and leadership teams operating in high-pressure environments. Through her work as a somatic practitioner and advisor, Emily helps founders regulate their nervous system, increase their capacity to handle pressure, and build sustainable, high-performing businesses. What inspired Emily to focus on founder wellbeing, and what has she learned from more than a decade in Web3? Read on…. 

We’re thrilld to announce a partnership with the Crypto Assets Conference, a hybrid event happening on March 25 in Frankfurt, Germany at the Frankfurt School of Finance & Management. The conference is co-hosted by the Frankfurt School and Deutsche Börse Group, welcoming both decision-makers from the German and European financial industry, as well as representatives from regulatory authorities and politics alike. Topics cover digital assets, tokenization, market infrastructure, and more. There are free online tickets (and discounted on-site tickets) to CAC26! Read on to register…

On this International Women's Day, we're excited to say that EcstaSHE has grown to 100+ female Web3 professionals. Because networks (and action!) matter, we invite more builders, investors, founders, and devs to join the group. The goal is simple: to allow women in the space to find the right people, exchange opportunities and conduct deals, be it for funding, jobs, visibility or whatnot. Read on.

We’re thrilld to collaborate with UN:BLOCK, being held on April 1-2 in Riga, Latvia. Recognised widely as one of the Nothern Europe’s largest gatherings focused on blockchain and fintech, it brings together innovators, financial institutions, regulators, and tech leaders to explore how digital finance is evolving across the continent. Thanks to our partners, we’re giving away several tickets! And members of the Thrilld community can also access a 30% discount code. Read on for more info!

Digital Euro Conference being held on March 26, in Frankfurt am Main, is one of the leading gatherings focusing on the future of digital money such as CBDCs, stablecoins, and tokenized money. If you are curious about how the digital euro is and impacts payments, banking, and Europe’s financial infrastructure, this is the event for you (being held both in person and virtually). Thanks to our new collaboration, you can attend the conference virtually at no cost, or use our discount code to attend the in-person conference. Read on for more!

GM from the USA. While dominating the international arena in many areas, US crypto markets are no less of a menace. Indeed, in 2025, the US dollar remains the world’s largest fiat on-ramp, with over $2.4 trillion in total volume. But while crypto’s place in the US may look significant, for what purposes and in what capacity it is used for is still very much up in the air. To find out where this leads, our American team member, Kendall Brown, took a peek at crypto in the US, from mining operations, institutionalization, ETPs, and stablecoins to regulations and politics, lawsuits and prediction markets (and Web3 events!). Read on to see what she found...

We’re thrilld to announce that Thrilld Labs is once again a partner of Bitcoin 2026, taking place in Las Vegas from April 27-29 at The Venetian Resort. The event is one of the world’s largest gatherings of the Bitcoin industry, uniting developers, miners, founders, institutions, and everyday Bitcoiners. Thanks to our partnership, we’re giving away 3 PRO (!) tickets! You can also use our 10% discount code (ThrilldLabs10). Read on for more information.

We’re thrilld to announce a networking partnership with WAIB Summit Monaco, taking place on June 9th to 10th, 2026, at One Monte-Carlo, Place Du Casino, Monaco. The event showcases how tech, AI, and Web3 can be used with real businesses, finance, and creative industries. Thanks to the partnership, we can offer 2 tickets for a giveaway! Or use our discount code (THRILLD50). Read on for more information.

Security in Web3 is not solely a tech challenge. And despite AI, it is a human challenge. And it's imperfect. The experience of Thrilld Labs' team members taught us that many damaging mistakes in our Web3 space do not just derive from flawed code or omissions, but from flawed assumptions about how we interact or fail to interact with decentralised systems and with security risks more broadly. As social engineering and AI-driven attacks collide, security has become a question of judgment as much as underlying tech. Read on for our assessment on what’s actually putting users and builders at risk & how to fix it...

We’re thrilld to collaborate once again with Global Blockchain Show, this time taking place in Riyadh in Saudi Arabia on June 29-30, 2026. Thanks to the partnership, we’re thrilld to offer two complimentary tickets to the Thrilld community. To enter the draw, send us an email at info@thrilldlabs.io with “GBS” in the subject line. We will pick the winners through a transparent process. Read on for more info!

We’re thrilld to announce a community partnership with Paris Blockchain Week, happening at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, France on April 15-16. “Where Institutions and Digital Assets Finally Meet,” PBW brings together decision makers to talk adoption, market structure, custody, compliance and the role of blockchain inside larger financial institutions. And, thanks to the collaboration, we can offer several complimentary tickets to Thrilld community members. To enter the drawing, email us via contact form on the website. Read on to find out why PBW is the event to attend!

Meet Aakansha Yadav, who is now Business Development & Research Associate. Aakansha priorly participated in Thrilld Labs’ Traineeship Program in 2025, starting with a basic surface-level knowledge of Web3. Coming from a military background and having lived in many places, Aakansha is currently doing her undergraduate program in Business and International Studies at Ewha’s School of Business and Scranton College in Seoul, South Korea. She said: "what surprised and genuinely impressed me, was how welcoming and open the community has been. Everyone is so open to helping you out if you reach out to them". Read more about Aakansha and what she works on.

We’re thrilld to bring the news of our third consecutive partnership with TEAMZ WEB3/AI SUMMIT 2026, taking place on April 7–8 in Tokyo, Japan. The event will showcase how Web3 and AI are applied across businesses, finance, and creative industries, and blends talks, exhibitions, and networking with cultural performances. The Summit takes place at a quaint Japanese garden, Happo-en. Thanks to our partnership, we’ll be offering two complimentary tickets. Read on for more information.

We’re thrilld to share that Thrilld will be the official networking app of the Northern Ireland Blockchain Summit, taking place on 12 February 2026 at Queen’s University Belfast! The organiser, NI-Blockchain, is the infrastructure layer for growing on-chain future. It exists to connect students, founders, industry and investors into one coordinated, chain-neutral ecosystem, bridging academia with real-world Web3 opportunities. As part of the networking partnership, attendees can use Thrilld to connect with one another, find event info and more! And… you can join as well, since tickets are free of charge. Read on for more info!

GM from the Netherlands. A country known for tulips, canals, and one of the most digitally advanced economies in Europe. It is also Thrilld Labs’ home base. That begs the question: how exactly is the Netherlands approaching crypto and Web3 in 2026? From adoption to regulatory efforts, market participants, taxation, the ecosystem’s events as well as challenges… continue reading to know how crypto really works in the Netherlands.

We’re thrilld to announce a partnership with MoneroTopia, happening at the Huerto Roma Verde in the Roma neighborhood of Mexico City on February 12-15th. Monerotopia comes from its roots in the Monero cryptocurrency community, where the event aims to give a taste of what a Monero-based utopia would feel like. Thanks to the partnership, we can offer 1 free GA ticket to Thrilld community members. To enter the draw, email us via the contact form on the website. Read on for more information about the event, Monero, and the space in Mexico City!

We’re thrilld to partner with Oasis Onchain, happening on January 31 in Nassau, The Bahamas. The event, organized by the Caribbean Blockchain Alliance, is an annual tech summit bringing together builders, founders, investors, and others focused on blockchain, consumer crypto, DeFi, AI, and other tech shaping emerging markets and the Global South. Thanks to our partners for their trust, we can give away two free tickets! Reach out to us via the contact form and to get your alpha ánd a tan.

Looking at 2026, we put together some thoughts from our female professional Web3 community at EcstaSHE by asking: What are your aspirations, and goals for crypto in 2026? And what may be changed for the better in the blockchain industry?

We’re thrilld to collaborate once again with Crypto Expo Europe, taking place in Bucharest, Romania on 1–2 March, 2026. CEE is an annual blockchain and crypto event that takes place across two days. This year explores taps into blockchain and tokenization, big tech, AI, and security in the context of global (and real) adoption in 2026 and later. Thanks to our dear partners, we can also give away 3 tickets! Read on for more info.

We’re thrilld to introduce Mehavarthini Ponsornam, who recently joined Thrilld Labs as a Business Development Trainee! Meha is from India, and is currently double majoring in NanoScience & Engineering and Creative Technology Management at the Underwood International College, Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea. Meha is joining the Thrilld Labs team on the business side of things, yet is also developing her skills in coding. Read on for more info about our Traineeship and Meha's experience.

We’re thrilld to announce a media partnership with WallStreetBets Live (WBS), happening at the end of January, 28-30 in Miami, Florida, USA. “Where Degens Meet Davos,” so the saying goes, the event is for founders, builders, traders, and memers at the Miami Beach Convention Center Grand Ballroom. Thanks to the partnership, we can offer two GA tickets to Thrilld community members. To enter the draw, contact us asap since the event is already soon! Read on.

At Thrilld Labs we partner with 40+ Web3 events globally around the year. In this article, we’ve put together a list of some of the most influential crypto, blockchain, digital assets and Web3 conferences in 2026 (for convenience all put under the umbrella term "Web3"). Useful for budgeting, preventing overlap and planning, find a list of top events to attend in 2026, organized by region ánd chronologically.

We are thrilld to share more about the Thrilld Ambassadorship, which is an initiative for Web3 professionals from around the world who are genuinely keen to contribute to our mission and build better, together. We are currently accepting applications! Read on to find out more and how to apply.

In our latest edition of EcstaSHE Spotlights, we are excited to speak with Jillian Godsil! Jillian’s career spans across journalism, politics, advocacy, and blockchain leadership. She is also the co-founder and Editor-in-Chief of Blockleaders.io, as well as a writer for publications like The Street, CoinDesk, Cointelegraph, and CityAM. What are Jillian's business learnings and why is she so driven? Read on...

We’re thrilld to collaborate with Indonesia Blockchain Week, happening in Jakarta on December 10-11th. Themed "Indonesia 4.0: AI, Blockchain, and Tokenized Solutions for Inclusive Growth,” IDBW highlights how regulation, technology, and capital are coming together to transform the region’s financial landscape.‍ And.. you can join too because we have several professional tickets for grabs. Contact us via the form on the website, or read on for more information, and join the draw!

We’re thrilld to partner with Next Block Expo happening in Warsaw on March 24-25, 2026. It is one of the largest crypto events in Central Eastern Europe, bringing founders, investors, and blockchain experts to Poland to talk the future of Web3. Thanks to our dear partners, we can also give away two free tickets! Simply send us an email by mid-January to enter the draw! Read on for more info, including about the pitch competition and special female initiatives...

Our BD & Research Associate, Aakansha Yadav (herself from India), found that despite the regulatory uncertainty, crypto is one of the country's most dynamic sectors. Indeed, one of the world’s fastest-growing digital economies, India has much established itself as one of the major players in crypto adoption, Web3 innovation, and blockchain development. We say: GM India! Read on to find out what the space in India looks like...

We’re thrilld to announce a media partnership with BlockNaija, happening in Lagos, Nigeria on December 2nd. BlockNaija centers around Bitcoin’s scalable future, zkSYS and merge-mining, with the aim to grow Nigeria’s decentralised economy.

During Q1 2026, EcstaSHE will be powered by Masternode.one, a crypto market maker with its HQ in Amsterdam. Masternode.one will power Thrilld Labs’ female business community, EcstaSHE and will hereby spur female professionals in Web3 through networking avenues, online events, industry research, newsletters, and more. Read on to find out what Masternode.one is doing, why we are excited about their values, and what this all means for EcstaSHE.

We proudly collaborated with Bitcoin Amsterdam, one of Europe's most influential annual Bitcoin events.Thrilld Labs' CEO Alexandra Overgaag attended, allowing us to further engage with the international Bitcoin community. What we left with: new app ideas, reconnecting with investors, partners, and acquaintances (plus meeting some new ones, and some reflections on Bitcoin and the space’s future. Read on to find out how the event went.Read on for more.

Traditional Science is seriously confined by a hierarchy of knowledge and resources, which, paradoxically, hamper the originality, creativity, and innovation of research. Enters decentralised science. Via blockchain tech, barriers to and in science are removed, allowing researchers to bring about their own ideas and conceptualizations about the world via a range of tools, from DAOs to IP-NFTs. Read on for a new (research!) article, written by Team Thrilld...

In a partnership this Fall 2025, Cosmoverse adopted Thrilld as the official event networking platform from Oct. 30 - Nov. 1 in Split, Croatia. In the following case study, we take a look at how Thrilld fared in addressing the event’s networking opportunities, in what ways it succeeded, and also what we can change or learn for future partnerships. 

We’re thrilld to announce an official partnership with Blockchain Conference Brasil, coming to São Paulo on November 28-29. The conference gathers investors, brands, communities, and institutions to drive the crypto economy across Latin America. We offer 2 free tickets. To enter the draw, email us via the contact form, or join our TG ( Thrilld Labs | Official ) and let admins know. Winners will be selected on a first come-first-served basis (upon confirmation of attendance).

Lejla Muratcaus Blahojevic is the Head of Growth Marketing & Partnerships at BeInCrypto, one of the world’s leading crypto news and education platforms. With over a decade of experience in Web3, she has become one of the most influential crypto voices in the Balkan region. EcstaSHE spoke with her. Lejla noted, "Web3 still needs more women who speak up, build confidently, and bring a different kind of perspective. I wish I had known sooner that confidence doesn’t come before action, it comes from it". Read on for more!

In September 2025, ETHSofia took place in Sofia, Bulgaria and used Thrilld as its official networking app. In this case study, we evaluate the impact of Thrilld on the event, sharing insights on what went well, alongside the challenges and solutions to consider for future networking partnerships. One takeaway: we came to the realisation that the app can serve the very purpose of gathering attendees’ questions for on-stage speakers! Read on for more & for some pictures.

At Thrilld Labs, we realise how important market makers are for the functioning of the crypto space, as well as for many Web3 projects and individual buyers and sellers. So let's look into what market makers are and how they operate. This article provides an overview of the two general types of market makers, as well as how they have evolved over time and carry out operations. The article also explains why market makers are vital players when trading in crypto, launching a token, and what to look for (or to avoid!). Read on to learn more about the unknown unknowns of market makers in the crypto space…

Thrilld Labs will pitch at SiGMA Europe held in Rome, Italy on November 6th. Selected as one of five other top start-ups by a panel of expert judges, Thrilld Labs’s CEO, Alexandra Overgaag, will share more about Thrilld Labs' roadmap, fundraising goals, and other new offerings in the works. We welcome investors to get in touch about joining our extended pre-seed. Read on for more...

The Cardano Summit 2025 will convene an international audience of enterprises, entrepreneurs, developers, regulators and Cardano community members. Leaders from Mastercard, Orange Business, Volvo and Women in Tech will be among those headlining at the 2025 Cardano Summit in Berlin this November. Other confirmed speakers include senior figures from the United Nations and Boston Consulting Group, as well as global investor Tim Draper. Read on for more info.

We’re thrilld to announce a media partnership with Bitcoin MENA, taking place in Abu Dhabi on December 8-9. This year comes after Bitcoin MENA’s debut in 2024, uniting Bitcoiners across the globe to talk business, innovation, and digital technologies. Thanks to our partners, we can offer three tickets to Thrilld community members to Bitcoin MENA. To enter the draw, read on!

In this EcstaSHE Spotlight, we're excited to feature Kara Howard, the co-founder of SI<3> and initiator of Si Her DAO. For the past twelve years, she has been developing her skills as an ecosystem builder - creating the likes of education platforms, and partnerships and networks. Kara is a passionate supporter of inclusive teams and communities, and is focused on building accessible platforms and programs to power the next wave of Web3 adoption. Read on for her thoughts on the space...

We're thrilld that Aakansha has joined our Traineeship Program as a Business Development Trainee. Aakansha is currently doing her undergraduate program in Business and International Studies at Ewha’s School of Business and Scranton College in Seoul, South Korea. With her research skills, she has worked on many hands-on projects for organisations. At Thrilld Labs, Aakansha will mainly work on research and business development and she’ll discover what it is like to grow in “the space”. Read through to get the full gist on Aakansha's reasons for joining Web3...

Meet Luciano Ricci, who is now our Quality Assurance and Community Associate. Luciano priorly participated in Thrilld Labs’ Traineeship Program and has been exploring the crypto and Web3 space since 2021. Luciano, who lives in Italy and is half Russian, said: "At first, like many, I came for the hype. But I stayed for the tech, the community, and the potential to change how we interact online". Read on and find out more him and his work at Thrilld...

We’re thrilld to announce an official networking partnership with Cosmoverse 2025, happening in Split, Croatia from Oct. 30 - Nov. 1. Operating since 2021, Cosmoverse is the largest community-run event for the Cosmos ecosystem. Our team will be attending and thanks to our partners, we can also offer two tickets to Thrilld community members. Read on for more!

GM from Morocco! While crypto has been officially banned since 2017, there is now mainly a lack of updated legislation. Meanwhile, adoption in Morocco is growing and crypto and blockchain are being used as practical solutions to problems in banking, payments, or supply chains. Mehdi Sardaoui, a professional in money transfer and digital payment solutions who has worked in Morocco and France, told us: “there’s real momentum building around use cases beyond crypto". Read on for the space in Morocco, its events, adoption, and more!

Public speaking, arguably, is both a craft and a performance. Whether hosting a high-profile event or moderating a niche industry panel, success depends on far more than simply getting through the slides, or though the day.. What does engagement look like, rather? That connection with the audience, adapting to unexpected circumstances, and creating moments that resonate and make people smile and nod. In a recent EcstaSHE live event, we explored how MCs and KOLs turn technological talks into human connections. Interesting? Yes. Read on to find out more.

We’re thrilld to announce a partnership with Global Blockchain Show (GBS) 2025, taking place in Abu Dhabi, on December 10-11. Organised by VAP Group (flagship events include alongside GBS also the Global Games Show and Global AI Show), the conference tips its toes into AI and blockchain, the decentralised economy, real-world applications and much more. Thanks to our partner, we can offer 2 complimentary tickets to the event. Read on for more info.

In this EcstaSHE Spotlight, we feature the one and only Dr. Lisa Cameron, an authority in Web3 who is also a past member of the UK Parliament and who has led initiatives such as the House of Commons’ first Cryptocurrency & Digital Assets All Party Parliamentary Group. Currently, Dr. Cameron is leading the Digital Assets Global Forum and the UKUS Crypto Alliance. Read on for her insights on the law + Web3 space as well as female empowerment....

We’re thrilld to collaborate with the one and only Bitcoin Amsterdam, happening on Nov 13-14 at the SugarFactory in the capital of the Netherlands, one of Thrilld Labs' homebases. Thanks to the partnership, we can offer several free tickets to Thrilld community members. Read on for more info!

We're thrilld to collaborate with ETH Bishkek 2025, which shall take place on 24-26 October 2025 in the largest IT space in the country, located in its very capital. In commemoration of Ethereum's 10th anniversary, the gathering brings together builders, devs and Web3 enthusiasts in Central Asia on all things Ethereum. And.. they can use Thrilld to find eachtother! Read on for more info...

We’re thrilld to share that Ifeoma Blessing has joined Thrilld Labs’ Traineeship Q3 Program this August as a Digital Content Writer Trainee. Born and based in Nigeria, Ifeoma recently completed her BSc. in Medical Laboratory Science, and is currently a Web3 writer and enthusiast. At Thrilld Labs, Ifeoma will work on creating content and researching into Web3. Read on for Ifeoma’s motivations for joining Web3 and her thoughts on the space!

Thrilld Labs announces a partnership with Radom, a Web3-native, non-custodial crypto payment platform. Learn how Radom provides payment gateways to businesses worldwide via crypto subscriptions, invoicing, automated payments, and more. Now featured on Thrilld! Read on for why we partnered with them & why we love their products since 2023(!) already!

Thrilld Labs was the official networking app at WAIB Summit in Monaco this June 2025 and was also one of the selected projects to pitch at the Startup Competition. Thrilld Labs' CEO, Alexandra Overgaag, shared more about the roadmap and fundraising goals as well as the other new offerings the team is working on. We welcome investors to get in touch about joining our extended pre-seed. Read on for more.

We’re thrilld to announce an official networking partnership with Web3Lagos Conference, the largest Web3 event in Lagos, Nigeria taking place on August 28-30. After the 2024 edition, this time its visitors can expect +1300 fellow attendees, 95 speakers, and much more. And.. you can join! Thanks to our partner, we can offer two free tickets to Thrilld community members. Read on for more info!

In our Super-Synergy Series, the wonderful people behind Web3 are shown. The goal? To highlight the good work of our partners and collaborators in the space. Why, then? Because we believe in synergies, but ONLY in those that are both suitable and special. Hence, 'super' synergies.. In this edition, we are thrilld to share the work of Alexandros Dolgov, the founder of Alex on Chain, educator, author, and all-around Web3 polymath. Read on for more about Alex...

As a global Web3 company, and one that actively works with international events, communities, and partners, we are very curious to know more about the Web3 ecosystem and emerging crypto spaces in different countries. So... GM from Kazakhstan, a country some of our team members originate from! This time, we turn to Central Asia and question ourselves: what is the crypto industry in Kazakhstan like? How about regulation? Is mining still hot in 2025? And how about this Solana Economic Zone? Read on for answers in this epic piece written by Thrilld's Kendall Brown...

We’re thrilld to announce a networking partnership with Blockchain Beach, an Italian event dedicated to blockchain, cryptocurrencies, emerging technologies, and digital art, taking place this September 18–20, on the shores of Pescara, Abruzzo, Italy. Good news: this university-based event is free, so make sure to check out the article for tickets and info about epic side events and beach parties...

We’re thrilld to partner up with Colossus Digital, a blockchain tech provider connecting custody and validation infrastructures in our industry. As part of the partnership, Colossus Digital will be showcased in the Thrilld app, where anyone on Thrilld can connect with them to discuss business, staking, and more. Read on for why we partnered with them. 

We’re thrilld to introduce Mahalinoro Razafimanjato, who has joined us as a Software Engineering Trainee. Born in Madagascar and based in Daegu, South Korea, Mahalinoro holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering from Kyungpook National University. She is interested in emerging technologies and is researching the integration of blockchain, trust management systems, and the Internet of Vehicles. She is also skilled in web development and data analysis. Read on for more! 

We’re thrilld to share that Boston Blockchain Week, happening this September 9-13 in Quincy, Massachusetts, will be using Thrilld for its event and attendees! Thanks to the partnership, we can offer four complimentary tickets (includes access to BBW, as well as the ETH, Solana and DeSci Boston events)! To enter the draw, please contact us by mid-August at the latest. Read on for more. 

The Web3 ecosystem is evolving rapidly, and, as always, so is the discussion on how we fund it (and not fund it). High time for an updated 2025 discussion (based on our talk with REAL VCs and other funding experts) on the current status of grants, crowdfunding as well as REAL tips from real VCs on how to approach them and how to successfully land funding today. Read on.

We’re thrilld to announce that we are partnering once again with the Blockchain Futurist Conference, this time happening November 5–6 at the thrilling Hard Rock Guitar Hotel & Casino in Miami! This U.S. debut edition (powered by Canada’s longest-running Web3 event, with whom we readily collaborated several times) will bring blockchain energy to the beach club scene.... Read on for more info on the event & the four tickets that we are giving away thanks to our partners!

At Thrilld Labs, we are working with people from around the world. Rejoice Edokpayi (based out of Nigeria) has been contributing to Thrilld Labs as a graphics designer since mid-2024 and its high time we proudly share about him and his work. He shared: "[...] what motivated me in joining Thrilld Labs was its Web3 integration. I believe the future is Web3 and being a part of the team in building the future is so exciting". Read on for more about Rejoice and his work!

We’re thrilld to share that Thrilld Labs is joining the Grow3dge Accelerator, a program by SI<3> designed to help Web3 teams like ours scale and build real-world impact. Led by the strong team at SI<3>, Grow3dge brings together project founders and over 20 educators from organizations like Uniswap, Serotonin, Ledger, Stellar, and more for a 10-week program. Read on. 

We’re thrilld to collab with CONF3RENCE, taking place from September 3-4 this year at the Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund, Germany. CONF3RENCE connects emerging technologies with the traditional economy through the common point of Web3 and AI. Thanks to the partnership, we can offer two free tickets to Thrilld community members. To enter the draw, contact us by mid-August. Read on for more info...

We’re thrilld to partner up with Bitcoin Asia 2025, taking place this August 28-29 in Hong Kong. For two days, Bitcoin Asia jumps into the Bitcoin industry: from finance and technology to policy and beyond, gathering both industry professionals and beginners. Thanks to the partnership, we can offer three PRO tickets to Thrilld community members. To enter the draw, contact us asap via the contact form. Read on for more info on the event as well as the booming crypto location... Hong Kong. 

In our new EcstaSHE Spotlight Series, we’re thrilld to highlight another builder in Web3, Malak Albaw, an independent Web3 consultant, researcher and journalist. She helps founders pitch to investors, secure funding, and build strategic partnerships, especially in GCC markets like the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Read on for what more she is building with Alba Ventures and beyond. 

We’re thrilld to announce a community networking partnership with the Virginia Blockchain Council. VBC is a registered 501(c)(6) non-profit and non-partisan organization which aims to build a confident and well-informed blockchain and digital asset constituency in the state of Virginia and the Thrilld app can now be used to by VBC community members for networking as well as other matters. Read on for more about the Council and their mission. 

We’re thrilld to announce a media partnership with BTCHEL, the leading Bitcoin conference in the Nordics, happening August 15–16 in Helsinki, Finland. BTCHEL is a Bitcoin-only conference bringing together early developers, miners, founders, and innovators. And, thanks to the partnership and our partners, we can offer two tickets to Thrilld community members to BTCHEL. To enter the drawing, drop us a message via the contact form by end of July tops. 

Are you interested in finding a job in Web3, alongside +200K (!) others globally? We put together a guide with the first steps for finding that job you want in Web3. By building knowledge, leveraging your network, and obtaining new skills while hustling ánd being rock solid determined, you will build that foundation for growth. Read on to uncover how precisely you pull this off. 

Thrilld Labs was the official networking app at the Nordic Blockchain Conference in June 2025 and was also one of the five selected projects to pitch at the Startup Competition. Thrilld Labs' CEO, Alexandra Overgaag, shared more about the roadmap and fundraising goals as well as the other new offerings the team is working on. We welcome investors to get in touch about joining our extended pre-seed. Read in more detail how it went.

We’re thrilld to announce our networking partnership with ETHSofia 2025, which is Bulgaria's flagship Web3 conference and hackathon, happening September 23–25 in the heart of Sofia! Thanks to the partnership and ETHSofia using Thrilld for its event networking, we’re giving away three complimentary tickets. Email us by early August via the contact form to enter the draw. 

We’re thrilld to introduce Luciano Ricci, who has joined us as a Quality Assurance Trainee. Born and based in Italy, he has been actively exploring the crypto and Web3 space since 2021. He is a user and game tester with a background in digital marketing and has priorly provided UX consulting and in-depth product testing for international (crypto) companies. At Thrilld Labs, he will also be visible on the community side as he brings a lot of social skills, too. Read on for more! 

We proudly collaborated with Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas, the world’s largest and most influential annual Bitcoin event, which experienced a turnout of over 35,000 attendees, 5,000 attending companies, and 400 speakers. Thrilld Labs' CTO Jesse Wachtel attended the event, allowing us to further engage with the international Bitcoin community, network, and get to know more about the builders and other folks building the future of sound money. Read on for more.

We’re thrilld to announce a partnership with Web3 Summit Athens, happening this June 21-22 at the Benaki Museum in Athens, Greece. As part of the collab, we can offer you free entry: use code PARTNERFREE for a free Bronze Pass, including access to the EXPO area. Read on for more info about the Summit, Athens, and the collaboration.

We’re thrilld to announce our media partnership with ETHMilan 2025, one of Italy’s key Ethereum events, taking place June 24, 2025 at the Science & Technology Museum in Milan. With over 100 speakers and a great lineup of sponsors, this event, against Italy’s energy and cultural backdrop, brings you: workshops, hacking, networking with top builders and more. We are now hosting a two-ticket giveaway thanks to our dear partner. Email us by mid-June to enter the draw, and read on for more information about this marvelous Milanese event..

We’re thrilld to announce an official networking partnership with the Nordic Blockchain Conference (organized by the Nordic Blockchain Association), coming to Stockholm, Sweden, this June 18-19. As part of the networking partnership, attendees can use Thrilld, for instance to connect with one another, before, during, and after the event. We can offer two complimentary tickets to Thrilld community members to the Conference. Read on and enter the draw!

We’re thrilld to announce an official networking partnership with Kenya Blockchain and Crypto Conference (KBCC), happening this June 12-13 in Nairobi, Kenya at the ASK Dome. The event is all about empowering these voices and hearing from the local community, but also offering a comparative and constructive lens to further the sustainable growth of these startups. Thanks to the partnership, we’re giving away two complimentary tickets. Email us by early June via the contact form to enter the draw. 

We’re thrilld to bring you in on our continuous quest on the nature of crypto in different countries. In this episode of ‘GM From’, we are featuring the space in Nigeria thanks to our guest author, Ifeoma Blessing. Nigeria is beautified with multi-ethnic groups and over 250 native languages, and the crypto space itself is equally multifaceted, and it has grown from a vague topic to a popular opinion in Nigeria. Read on for all things crypto in Nigeria, including regulation, the youth's involvement and the future of Web3.

Meet Jesse Wachtel, our CTO, a self-taught developer who began building decentralized applications back in 2020, while working as a truck driver! He leads our development team, has deep blockchain knowledge, and builds the core technology powering both the networking app and the upcoming ticketing and event management dApp. Beyond Thrilld, he has built various decentralised ventures. Read on and find out more about his trajectory towards becoming a full-stack Web3 dev...

ETHCluj is all about education, growth, and collaboration across the Ethereum and Web3 space and brings together students, devs, and everyone else for three days of workshops, keynotes, and learning (and fun). The city of Cluj-Napoca is a city in northwestern Romania (the second largest city) and is the unofficial capital of the Transylvania region. Thrilld community members can be lucky enough to get their hands on two tickets! To enter the draw, drop us a DM by mid-June tops and read on for more info about the conference.

In our third edition of the EcstaSHE Spotlights, we once again shine the spotlight on a female builder in Web3. This time around, we spoke with Fiona Delaney. A true builder, Fiona is deeply involved with developing open-source commons, including open data, open standards and open software. Read on for your take on Web3 and her business experience.

This paper explores how foundational networking theories may apply to Web3 as a decentralized and trust-based ecosystem. By examining these theories in the context of business and technology, we argue that network effects not only shape the growth trajectories of projects and protocols but also influence the success of individuals active in this space. In other words, the success of projects, professionals, and collaborations in Web3 hinges on leveraging the power of relationships and networks. Furthermore, we highlight how strategic positioning within these networks can amplify opportunities and drive value creation.

Thrilld is proud to partner with Proof of Talk 2025, the “Davos of Web3” taking place this June 10–11 at the Louvre Palace in Paris. As part of our community partnership, Thrilld Labs will be giving away five tickets and a 35 % discount for the general community. Read on for more info about how to enter the draw (Proof of Talk is the data processor in this instance). 

We’re thrilld to announce a community partnership with BananaConf Tallinn, happening this May 20-21 in Tallinn, Estonia. For two days, and at the heart of Estonia, sessions this year explore crypto adoption in the Nordics & Baltics, thrilling Web3 projects, opportunities in AI, and more. Thanks to the partnership, we can offer two tickets to Thrilld community members to BananaConf Tallinn. To enter the draw, contact us asap. Winners are selected through a transparent process. Read on for more!

In our Super-Synergy Series, the wonderful people behind Web3 are shown. The goal? To highlight the good work of our partners and collaborators in the space. Why, then? Because we believe in synergies, but ONLY in those that are both suitable and special. Hence, 'super' synergies.. In the second edition, we are thrilld to share the work of Merlijn van der Vleuten, a Positioning & Messaging Strategist for Web3 projects.

We are thrilld to share that Blockchain Ireland Summit will be using Thrilld as the official networking app in Dublin this May 26-27. Thanks to the partnership, attendees can leverage Thrilld to connect and chat before, during, and after the event. Attendees can moreover view and create agendas, explore side events and find event info. Thanks to our partner, we can offer two complimentary tickets. Check the article for more information!

We’re thrilld to tell you all that the Dutch Blockchain Week 2025 (consisting of a key Web3 flagship event as well as other nationwide activities in the Netherlands) is back on May 19-25 and Thrilld Labs is partnering once again. As part of our community collaboration, we’re offering a 15% discount on tickets (code THRILLD) and giving away two complimentary tickets! Want to win? Read on!

With greater accessibility, adoption and education, we are curious as to how the crypto space is developing in other countries. In this latest edition, we turn to all things Web3 in Sweden. Despite growing adoption, the expert we consulted suggested that Sweden is giving crypto the cold shoulder, “[...] well, only 7% of the population here owns crypto, and a whopping 80% have sworn they’ll never touch it. We have had a rock-solid financial system for decades. But I feel we have to live a little". Read on for more...

We’re thrilld to partner with ETH Bratislava 2025! This thrilling Ethereum-focused event is back for its second edition in May, bringing together devs, enthusiasts, startups, and others from Central and Eastern Europe. As a community partner, Thrilld Labs is thrilld to offer a giveaway of two complimentary tickets. Read on to explore ETH Bratislava and our collab...

We’re thrilld to announce our partnership with Bitcoin 2025 – the world’s biggest Bitcoin conference happening this May in Las Vegas! Our team will be attending, and so can you, as we’re giving away one festival pass. Join us alongside 30K others (including Ross Ulbricht, Michael Saylor, Adam Back, and David Sacks) to experience all things financial freedom, sound money, and... fun. Read on...

According to Sultan, Web3 feels like exploring a new galaxy, full of unknown stars, with the promise of discovering alien life in every cluster... In this AMA, we meet Sultan Takibay, who is a Software Engineering Trainee at Thrilld Labs. Born in Kazakhstan, he is a student at Pusan National University (South Korea) working towards finalizing his degree in Computer Science. He also loves chess. Read on for his take on dev work and on Web3!

‍We’re thrilld to share that the WAIB Summit will be using Thrilld for attendee networking. This two-day summit will take place from June 27-28 in Monte Carlo in Monaco and focuses on the intersection of Web3, AI, and Bitcoin. Thanks to our dear partners, you can join as we can give away 10 (!) pro tickets. Read on for more information.

We are thrilld to announce a community networking partnership with the Startups and Web3 Working Group of Blockchain Ireland, which will use Thrilld for networking amongst its members and during its events. Blockchain Ireland is an industry network that works to promote and share information on blockchain, crypto and Web3 in Ireland. Read on for more info do keep an eye out for the Blockchain Ireland Summit in May.

We are thrilld to partner with Blockchain Week Rome, which will take place on May 9-10 at the Palazzo dei Congressi, EUR, Rome! We’re looking forward to attending, and so may you! Thanks to the partnership, we can offer several tickets to Thrilld community members. To enter the draw, email us at info@thrilldlabs.io. We will pick the winners very soon through a transparent process. Read on for more info. 

We are thrilled to collaborate with the Cryptoverse Summit, which will be held this May 7th in Mauritius. The aim is to position the island as the key entry point for global crypto businesses into the Indian Ocean region, emphasizing its regulatory framework ánd innovation-friendly environment. Thanks to the partnership, we can offer five complimentary online tickets to Thrilld community members to the Cryptoverse Summit. To enter the draw, send us an email at info@thrilldlabs.io. We will pick the winner by May 1st through a transparent process. Read on!

In our Super-Synergy Series, we showcase the wonderful people behind Web3. The goal? To highlight the achievements and contributions of our partners and collaborators in the space. Why? Because we believe in synergies, but ONLY in those that are both suitable and special. Hence, 'super', so you will. In this edition, we are thrilld to share the work and ideas of Henrik Beyer, author and creator of the Human Web Newsletter and the “Proof of Good framework”. Read on...

We’re thrilled to announce a partnership with the one and only NFC Summit, which will be held in Lisbon, Portugal, from June 4 to 6. As part of the partnership, we can offer two tickets to the Summit. To enter the draw, email us at info@thrilldlabs.io. We will pick the winner by mid-April through a transparent process. Want to be sure to attend? Use code NFC25THRLCM for a 50% discount for 20 spots (based on first-come, first-serve). Read on for all details!

We are thrilld to share that NapulETH will be using Thrilld as the official networking app in Naples, Italy this July 17-19. NapulETH is one of the biggest blockchain events in Italy and connects global Web3 innovators to explore DeFi potential and, indeed, the very future of the digital economy. The NapulETH team said: "By integrating Thrilld as our official networking app, we’re ensuring that every attendee has the best chance to build impactful relationships and make the most out of NapulETH Open Village 2025." Thanks to the partnership, we can offer two complimentary tickets to Thrilld community members to the event! Read on for more.

At Thrilld Labs, we believe the future of Web3 is all about collaboration, innovation, and building business-forward change. That’s why EcstaSHE is here to connect, support, and amplify women's voices in the space. We had the pleasure of interviewing Assel Altayeva (born in Kazakhstan and based in South Korea) to learn more about her work and her thoughts on the Web3 space.

As a global Web3 company and one that actively works with international communities, partners, and events, we want to know more about the emerging crypto spaces in different countries. Well, GM from Kyrgyzstan! Tucked away in the heart of Central Asia, over 80% of Kyrgyzstan is covered by the Tian Shan mountain range. Great news: crypto adoption in Kyrgyzstan has been steadily increasing, grassroots movements like Web3 Kyrgyzstan are growing, mining is hot, and a regulatory framework is in development. Read on for more...