European Blockchain Week 2025

Converging technologies for a human-centric, sustainable, and resilient future.

23.–30. 11. 2025

Slovenia & Austria & Italy

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About

European Blockchain Week 2025 will unite global innovators, policymakers, industry leaders, and visionaries to explore how converging technologies—from Web 4.0 and blockchain to AI, quantum computing, virtual worlds, and humanoid robotics – are reshaping the economy and society for a human-centric, sustainable, and resilient future.

Over five dynamic days, EBCW 2025 will showcase pioneering projects, foster cross-border collaboration, and connect Europe’s innovation ecosystem with leading partners from Asia and beyond.

Why attend EBCW 2025?

Hear from top-level experts and decision-makers shaping Europe’s digital and industrial future.
Experience cutting-edge technology in action through live huamnoid robots demos, company visits, and real-world case studies.
Explore collaborative opportunities in Industry 5.0, CityVerse, Industrial Metaverse, and sustainable tourism tech.
Network with high-impact innovators, investors, and policymakers in a week-long program of conferences, summits, and B2B matchmaking.

Program

DAY 1

Monday, 24 November 2025

Game Changer Ljubljana 3.0

Why attend: Get inspired by pioneering thinkers, expand your network, and set the tone for a week of innovation.

DAY 1

Saturday, 22 November 2025

Visit to Nova Gorica - European Capital of Culture 2025

Guided visit of Nova Gorica and Gorizia region. Presentation of cross-border innovation and cultural cooperation projects.

DAY 2

Sunday, 23 November 2025

Visit to Bled, Postojna Cave and Ljubljana

Visit to Lake Bledand Postojna Cave. Sightseeing tour of Ljubljana and networking dinner.

DAY 3

Monday, 24 November 2025

Participation at Game Changer Conference, Ljubljana

Attendance at the Game Changer Conference 2025. Meetings with Slovenian startups, innovation ecosystems and industry representatives.

DAY 4

Tuesday, 25 November 2025

Solana X Euro–Asian Business Summit

A unique bridge between European and Asian innovation ecosystems. Hear from Solana X Foundation leaders, meet delegations from China, Malaysia, Indonesia, Taiwan, and Vietnam, and witness the signing of a strategic Letter of Intent with the Industry 5.0 Institute. Evening reception provides a relaxed networking atmosphere to connect with peers and prepare for the main summit.

Why attend: Gain access to high-growth Asian markets, discover Solana X’s strategic vision, and forge valuable cross-border partnerships.

Solana X Euro–Asian Business Summit

13.00 – 15.00 Visiting Noordung center (3D AI avatar, XR & space technlogies)

15:00 – 15:15 Opening keynote speeches

15.15 – 16.00 Presentation of the Asian delegation
Speakers from China, Malaysia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Vietnam

16.00 – 16.30 Introduction of Solana X Fundation future plans

16.30 – 17.00 Introductory speeches by representatives from Asia and Slovenia

17.00 – 17.15 Signing of the Letter of Intent (LOI) on future collaboration between Industry 5.0 Institute and Solana X Foundation

17.15 – 18.00 Asian show & Slovenian food

DAY 1

Tuesday, 25 November 2025

Solana X Euro–Asian Summit & EBCW Participant Reception

Why attend: Gain access to high-growth Asian markets, discover Solana X’s strategic vision, and forge valuable cross-border partnerships.

Solana X Euro–Asian Summit

10:00 – 10:15 Opening keynote speeches

10.15 – 11.00 Presentation of the Asian delegation
Speakers from China, Malaysia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Vietnam

11.00 – 11.30 Introduction of Solana X Fundation future plans

11.30 – 12.00 Introductory speeches by representatives from Asia and Slovenia

12.00 – 12.15 Signing of the Letter of Intent (LOI) on future collaboration between Industry 5.0 Institute and Solana X Foundation

12.15 – 13.00 Asian show & Slovenian food

13.00 – 15.00 Visiting Noordung center (3D AI avatar, XR & space technlogies)

EBCW Reception

19.00 – 19.30 Welcome addresses from organizers and partners
19.30 – 21.00 Welocoming drink & Networking

DAY 5

Wednesday, 26 November 2025

European Industry 5.0 Summit 2025

(Flagship Event)

Key Themes & Tracks:

Web 4.0 & Emerging Tech: AI, EU Stablecoin Initiative, Quantum Computing
Humanoid Robotics: Applications in industry, tourism, healthcare, and services with insights from EU, Japan, China, and USA
Blockchain for Europe: ORA, EBSI, DOME projects
Virtual Worlds: Industrial Metaverse, CityVerse digital twins

Why attend: Stay ahead of digital and industrial trends, learn from global experts, and connect with decision-makers shaping Europe’s innovation agenda.

Wednesday, 26 November 2025

Plenary Hall A

08:00 – 09:00 | Registration

09:00 – 09:15 | Welcome speeches

09:15 – 9:45 | Keynote Speech

Industry 5.0 – The next European leap

9:45 – 10:30 | Plenary Roundtable

EU Industry 5.0 actions for the next decade

10:30 – 11:00 | Keynote Speech

Potentials of Web 4.0 and Virtual worlds

11:00 – 11:45 | Plenary Roundtable

Virtual worlds for society and industry 5.0

11:45 – 12:00 | Coffee Break and Networking

12:00 – 12:15 | Keynote Speech

The rise of the Humanoid Robots

12:15 – 13:00 | Plenary Roundtable

Humanoid robots in Industry 5.0 mode

13:00 – 14:00 | Networking Lunch and Exhibition Tours

14:00 – 14:45 | Plenary Roundtable

I5.0 Education

14:45 – 15.30 | Showcasing CoP 5.0 good practices

15:30 – 16:15 | Plenary Roundtable

Industry 5.0 – What’s there for companies?

16:15 – 17:00 Plenary Roundtable

I5.0 Tomorrowland

Hall B

8:00 – 9:45 45 | Workshop

HighTech Lab – AI & I5.0 construction

9:45 – 10:30 | Roundtable

Social Innovation in 5th industrial revolution

10:30 – 11:00 | Roundtable

Financing I5.0 transformation

11.00 – 11.45 | Roundtable

EU and Slovenian Crypto regulation in global perspective

11:45 – 12:00 | Coffee Break and Networking

12:00 – 12:45 | Plenary roundtable

Industry 5.0 powered by European cloud & blockchain infrastructure and services

13:00 – 14:00 | Networking Lunch and Exhibition Tours

14:00 – 14.45 | Workshop

Steps towards I5.0 companies

14:45 – 15.30 | Workshop

Humanoid robots in action

15:30 – 17:00 | Workshop

8ra and Lab8ra pilots and presentations

DAY 5

Wednesday, 26 November 2025

European Industry 5.0 Summit 2025

(Flagship Event)

Key Themes & Tracks:

Web 4.0 & Emerging Tech: AI, EU Stablecoin Initiative, Quantum Computing
Humanoid Robotics: Applications in industry, tourism, healthcare, and services with insights from EU, Japan, China, and USA
Blockchain for Europe: ORA, EBSI, DOME projects
Virtual Worlds: Industrial Metaverse, CityVerse digital twins

Why attend: Stay ahead of digital and industrial trends, learn from global experts, and connect with decision-makers shaping Europe’s innovation agenda.

08:30 – 09:30 | Registration & Networking Coffee
Delegate check-in, badge collection, welcome coffee & networking in exhibition area.

09:30 – 09:45 | Welcome Address (Main Plenary Hall A)
Host introduction – Overview of EBCW 2025 & Industry 5.0 relevance
Greetings from local and EU representatives

09:45 – 10:15 | Opening Keynote (Main Plenary Hall A)
“Industry 5.0 and Digital Transformation – The Next European Leap”
Delivered by a high-level policymaker and global thought leader in Industry 5.0.

10:15 – 11:00 | Plenary Panel Discussion (Main Plenary Hall A)
“EU Industrial & Innovation Strategies for the Next Decade”
Focus on: Digital sovereignty, Sustainable re-industrialisation, Integrating Industry 5.0 into EU Green Deal objectives

11:00 – 11:15 | Coffee & Networking Break

11:15 – 12:45 | Parallel Sessions – Morning Tracks

Hall A – Web 4.0 & Emerging Tech
Artificial Intelligence in European Industry 5.0
EU Stablecoin Initiative – Building Trusted Digital Economies
Quantum Computing – Accelerating Industrial Innovation

Hall B – Humanoid Robots
Humanoid Robots in Industry: Automation Meets Human-Centric Design
Humanoid Robots in Tourism, Health & Service Sectors

Hall C – Virtual Worlds
Industrial Metaverse: From Concept to Deployment
CityVerse – Digital Twins for Smarter Cities

12:45 – 14:00 | Networking Lunch & Exhibition Visits

14:00 – 15:30 | Parallel Sessions – Afternoon Tracks

Hall A – Web4.0 implications
European Clound Infrastructure and Services – 8RA, SIChain EIPS
Cross-border DLT Applications – EBSI, DOME, EUChain, Lab8ra

Hall B – Humanoid Robots Global Insights and Expo
Industry 5.0 and humanoid robots
Market Leaders’ Showcase – EU, Japan, China, USA Innovations

Hall C – Advanced Virtual Worlds
Industrial Metaverse (Omniverse, Siemans,..)
Digital twins of Cities (CityVerse, ..)

15:30 – 15:45 | Coffee Break & Networking

15:45 – 17:00 | Closing Plenary & Joint Session (Main Plenary Hall A)

“Shaping the Future of Industry 5.0 – Collaborative Roadmap 2030”
Cross-sector panel with representatives from all tracks
Audience Q&A and interactive input via live polls

19.00 – 21.00 Closing Session and Reflection
Location: Ljubljana Castle (TBC)
Summary of key insights and outcomes from EBCW 2025
Signing of Ljubljana Declaration on Industry 5.0
Informal brunch and networking
Official closing of the event

DAY 6

Thursday, 27 November 2025

European Industry 5.0 Summit 2025

Company Visits

Discover Slovenia’s innovation ecosystem first-hand with visits to leading companies in blockchain, AI, and Industry 5.0, including BTC, Suncontract, Industry 5.0 Institute, Hashnet, Vandri, Telemach, Josef Stefan Institute, Technology Park Ljubljana, and more. Afternoon sessions focus on B2B matchmaking, turning conversations into concrete collaborations.

Why attend: See technology in action, meet the teams driving innovation, and develop strategic partnerships.

Program:
9.00 – 13.00 Visits to AI, blockchain, XR and Industry 5.0 companies and institutions

BTC, Suncontract, Vandri, I5 institute in Slovenske Konjice, Technology park Ljubljana, Telemach, Josef Stefan Institute, Aquafil Slovenia, Chamber of Commerce, SBC

14.00 – 18.00 Afternoon: B2B matchmaking and networking meetings in Technology park Ljubljana

Location: Technology park Ljubljan

DAY 7

Friday, 28 November 2025

Visit to UNIDO Office, Vienna, Austria

Visit to the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). Discussion on cooperation opportunities in sustainable industry and innovation

DAY 8

Saturday, 29 November 2025

Euro-Asian Solana X Meetup, Vienna, Austria

Participation in the Euro-Asian Solana X networking event. Meetings with investors, blockchain experts and project partners.

DAY 7

Friday, 28 November 2025

Sustainable Tourism & Technology Day

Experience Slovenia’s iconic destinations – Bled, Goriška Brda, Postojna Cave & Castle – through the lens of sustainable and smart tourism. Witness XR and AI demonstrations, explore green tourism solutions, and participate in thematic networking.
The Closing Session at Ljubljana Castle will summarise the week’s insights, feature the signing of the Ljubljana Declaration on Industry 5.0, and provide final networking opportunities.

Why attend: Combine cultural exploration with business insight, discover real-world sustainability innovations, and leave with actionable ideas for future projects.

Program:
08.00 – 21.00 Visitng top Slovenian tourist destinations

Visits to destinations: Bled, Goriška Brda (Alis Marinič), Postojna cawe and castle using innovative and sustainable tourism technologies
Demonstration of XR and AI tools
Presentations on green and smart tourism solutions
Thematic networking opportunities

partners & sponsors

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

We invite organizations to support the European Industry 5.0 Summit by becoming a sponsor. Your sponsorship will help facilitate discussions at the forefront of industrial transformation, digital innovation, blockchain technology, AI, and sustainable development.

Our sponsorship packages offer unique opportunities for visibility and engagement with industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers. Detailed information about the sponsorship offerings, including benefits and pricing, is available in the full Sponsorship Proposal document.

Exhibition Package:

Includes: 1 Power Outlet, 1 Table, 2 Chairs
Pricing: One-day €300 | Two-day €500

If you are interested in shaping the green and digital future together with us — as a contributor, co-organizer, sponsor, or visitor — please contact us by email: info@i5-institute.com.