EDCON 2025 – Osaka

About the event
EDCON (Community Ethereum Development Conference) is a nonprofit global conference dedicated to advancing the Ethereum ecosystem through community engagement, technical dialogue, and open innovation. Following its 2024 edition in Tokyo, EDCON 2025 returns to Japan—this time in Osaka—during the World Expo 2025. The event brings together developers, researchers, founders, and policymakers to explore the future of decentralization, scalability, and Web3 applications. Co-hosted by linktime, UETH, Osaka Prefecture, and Osaka Innovation Hub, EDCON 2025 offers a uniquely immersive experience bridging Eastern and Western Ethereum communities.

Why attend?

• Business Matching: Pre-arranged meetings and curated introductions with Ethereum projects, investors, and ecosystem leaders
• Networking Zones: Community lounges, side events, and informal meetups hosted by global Web3 organizations
• Sessions & Pitch Contest: Keynotes, panels, and workshops on topics like cross-L2 interoperability, DeFi, cryptography, and AI integration
• Startup Showcase: Super Demo stage featuring high-potential Web3 startups selected via WaveHack builder sprint
• Developer Programs: Hands-on workshops, hackathons, and technical deep dives led by Ethereum core contributors
• Community Culture: Interactive installations, local collaborations, and creative programming aligned with Osaka’s cultural energy

Fee
Paid admission – early bird and tiered ticket options available (e.g., General, Developer, Student, VIP)

Registration
Online ticket sales available via the official website.

EDCON 2025 Tickets: Early Bird Pricing for Developers, Students, VIP & GA

Organizer
linktime, UETH, Osaka Prefecture, and Osaka Innovation Hub (OIH)

Event page
EDCON 2025 official site

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