From the Blockchain Association of Costa Rica , we are pleased to invite our entire community to the event that will shape the future of our industry: TicoBlockchain 2026 – Blockchain & Fintech Day .

This year, the event takes on a historic dimension as it marks the inaugural gathering of Costa Rica Tech Week . Furthermore, we celebrate our second consecutive year of strategic collaboration with the Costa Rica Fintech Association , solidifying the strongest financial innovation ecosystem in the region.

International Keynote Speaker: Chuy Cepeda (Mexico)

We will have the star participation of Jesús “Chuy” Cepeda , PhD in Artificial Intelligence and Co-founder & CSO of Sovra – The Identity Stack .

In his keynote address, “Provenance: Why the Next Big Infrastructure Isn’t AI, It’s Verifiable Trust ,” Chuy (a speaker at WEF Davos and TED ) will explain why, in the age of AI, trust must be a protocol, not just a product. This is a must-see session to understand how cryptography and digital identity enable institutional scalability.

An ecosystem supported by leaders

TicoBlockchain 2026 is the result of an unprecedented collaboration between global companies, local startups, and strategic partners:

• Diamond Sponsor: VISA
• Gold Sponsors: Wink, Nimiq, Olanzo
• Silver Sponsors: Lulubit, iitos
• Startup sponsors: World, Onvo, Tilo Pay, CofiBlocks

Strategic Allies:

• Official Ticketing Agency: Hallos (Our native blockchain-based ticketing system, ensuring transparency and technology in every ticket).
• PR & Disclosure: NordComms (Key public relations partner to amplify the impact of the event).

We also deeply appreciate the support of the local communities that drive technological development and adoption: Ethereum Costa Rica, ReFi Costa Rica, ZEEK and Tech Rebel .

Thematic Areas 2026

In this 6th edition, we focus on practical solutions:

• Identity and Trust: The vital link between AI and blockchain.
• New Rails: Payment infrastructure and stablecoins for the real economy.
• RWA & Agro: Tokenization of real assets for economic development.
• Regenerative Finance (ReFi): Technology at the service of environmental and social impact.

We have opportunities for members of our community to join as speakers at TicoBlockchain 2026. If you have a topic for a talk or workshop, you can propose it here: https://forms.gle/zwvagEmaV6riD6UT7

Secure your spot

networking space where local talent meets global vision. Don’t miss the event that kicks off the most technologically advanced week of the year in Costa Rica.

📍 Location: Barceló San José Hotel, Costa Rica.

📅 Date: May 14, 2026.

🎟️ Get your tickets at: ticoblockchain.cr

Let’s Lead the Frontier of the Digital Economy!