Unprecedented Rain Hits Dubai Ahead of Annual Web3 Conference Token2049
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The annual Web3 conference, Token2049, set to commence tomorrow, could face disruptions due to unprecedented torrential rains in normally arid Dubai. The city is grappling with significant flooding, causing chaos and airport shutdowns. Despite the challenges, the event plans to proceed, anticipating a return to typical desert weather. The conference, to be held for the first time in Dubai, will include various topics from the Web3 and crypto sphere, with over 10,000 attendees expected.
Tomorrow, April 18, sees the commencement of Token2049, the renowned annual Web3 conference. However, unexpected torrential rain might pose challenges as the desert city has been hit by a deluge of rain in recent days. The city, which is usually dry and gets around 4 inches (about 9.5cm) of rainfall annually, had nearly 6 inches (about 15cm) of rain within a 24-hour timeframe between Monday and Tuesday, causing disarray in typically arid city. Footage of the unusual scenario shows flooded streets, submerged vehicles and airport runways turned into waterways. Stories of redirected flights and conference delegates stuck in hotels have also been circulating.
According to Roya News, due to the flooding, the city's international airport, which is regarded as the world's second busiest with 87 million passengers, issued an unprecedented notification this morning advising travelers to abstain from coming.
Despite the hassle for the attendees, the event will proceed as planned. The expectation is that normal weather patterns, clear skies and average 30c temperatures, will soon return and help the city recover.
Ezra Reguerra, a reporter for Cointelegraph, is currently in Dubai to cover the conference, and has shared some astounding footage of the post-storm city.
Token2049, to be held between April 18 and 19, 2024 at the Madinat Jumeirah Hotel, is seen as one of the foremost global events in the Web3 and crypto space. This year marks the event's premiere in Dubai. The conference sold out ahead of time and anticipates an audience of around 10,000 over the two days. Participants include founders, executives, and decision-makers from over 4,000 firms and a hundred nations.
The program will cover several topics- from decentralized AI to Web3 gaming, DeFi, and blockchain scalability. True to Dubai's style, the conference will feature exhibitions, live DJ entertainment, and top-tier hospitality. Token2049 officially kick-started on April 15 with a week of meetups, workshops, and soirees. Later in the year, the second Token2049 event is slated for Singapore in September.
Published At
4/17/2024 3:11:04 PM
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