NEARCON 2026, scheduled for February 23-24 in San Francisco, promises to be a pivotal event at the intersection of blockchain and artificial intelligence. With the theme “The Internet Wants to Think,” the conference will explore how these technologies can synergize. NEAR positions itself as the execution layer for AI-native applications, focusing on seamless transactions, compute operations, and coordination through a decentralized protocol.
Anticipating thousands of attendees, the event will feature numerous speakers and exhibitors, offering a platform for AI startups, cloud providers, and enterprise partners to showcase their innovations. Participants will have opportunities to engage in hands-on workshops, coding labs, and technical deep dives, while startups can pitch and recruit talent.
Key highlights include live demos of AI agents on blockchain, updates on interoperability standards, and insights into governance and tokenomics. The event also promises networking opportunities through community events and after-parties. NEARCON 2026 is set to be a significant gathering for those interested in the future of decentralized intelligence.
