ISTANBUL, TÜRKIYE – May – The Dealflow Den, the flagship investment matchmaking event of Istanbul Blockchain Week (IBW), is set to return for its second in-person edition at Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel on June 26-27, 2025.
Organized by IBW and EAK Ventures, The Dealflow Den serves as the ultimate platform for high-potential startups to connect with top-tier investors, securing visibility, valuable feedback, and potential funding opportunities.
What to expect in The Dealflow Den?
The Dealflow Den provides a curated deal flow for most of the promising early-stage projects, ranging from early-stage to seed rounds, aiming to connect the most exciting work emerging in Web3 and AI with the world’s early-stage venture capital firms.
Founders will have the chance to pitch, network, and engage in engaging sessions with seasoned investors, analysts, and GPs.
This year’s edition will feature an exclusive lineup of leading venture capital firms, including TON Ventures, Polychain, Huan Ventures, Animoca Brands, Sigma Fund, Illuminati Capital, UF Ventures, LDP Ventures, Newtribe Capital, Big Brain Holdings, HadronFC, Outlier Ventures, Coinswitch Ventures, and Tykhe Ventures
The event will begin on June 26th, 2025, with the kick-start of VC Panels and Roundtables, where investors and thought leaders will discuss the market narratives, investment opportunities, and the future of blockchain innovation. The Dealflow Den will feature an exclusive pitch session on June 27th where selected startups will pitch to leading VCs. Founders will also gain access to intimate networking opportunities, including 1:1 meetings and VC After Hours.
The event is expected to attract over 20 top Web3 investors actively seeking high-quality deals and curated early-stage projects spanning diverse crypto verticals. The jury panel will include venture capital firms, financial market operators, syndicates, analysts, and two top blockchain ecosystems.
The Dealflow Den: A Proven Success
Last year’s event featured 16 groundbreaking projects presenting their ideas to a panel of 11 top VCs, ranging from quantum-resistant Layer 1 solutions to trading infrastructure innovation, including HTX Ventures, TON Ventures, Coinswitch Ventures, Variant Fund, Tykhe Ventures, AITECH, and Ape Terminal
The event solidified its reputation as the go-to destination for Web3 investments.
“I am very excited for this year’s event because The Dealflow Den is where the next generation of Web3 founders introduces themselves to the investors who are shaping the world of blockchain,” said Erhan Korhaliller, Founder of Istanbul Blockchain Week. “It is our mission to encourage and nurture new development in the industry, as well as provide a platform for investment opportunities.”
To learn more and get the Dealflow Den ticket, visit: https://lu.ma/5yrmfg7v
About Istanbul Blockchain Week
Istanbul Blockchain Week is an annual event bringing together blockchain enthusiasts, industry experts, and thought leaders from across the globe. Following its remarkable success over the past 3 editions, which witnessed an impressive turnout of over 15,000 attendees and featured 180+ local and international speakers such as Changpeng Zhao, Yat Siu, David Chaum, and Sebastian Borget, IBW will return to Turkey’s prominent crypto hub on June 26th and 27th, 2025.
As a dynamic platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and exploration of the latest advancements in blockchain technology, Istanbul Blockchain Week creates an environment conducive to collaboration and innovation. The event offers attendees a diverse program featuring keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and exhibitions that delve into various aspects of web3. Istanbul Blockchain Week presents a unique opportunity for individuals to immerse themselves in the blockchain world and connect with like-minded visionaries actively shaping the future. To learn more and get IBW tickets, visit istanbulblockchainweek.com
