TLDR:
- TON ($1.30 · Live ) is canceling the Dubai event scheduled for May 1-2, citing security concerns over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
- TOKEN2049 has postponed its Dubai conference to April 2027 due to regional uncertainty and travel disruptions.
- TON Gateway ticket holders will receive a full refund within 14 days of cancellation.
- TOKEN2049 attendees can keep tickets for 2027 or transfer to the Singapore conference this year
TON cancels the Dubai event which has raised security concerns in the United Arab Emirates following the escalation of tensions in the Middle East that was planned for May. Organizers confirmed the cancellation as regional attacks caused travel disruption and uncertainty for attendees of the international crypto conference.
TON cancels Dubai event due to security concerns
TON cancels the Dubai event It is scheduled for May 1 and 2, 2026. The organizers pointed to the security risks associated with the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.
The Open Network decided on a about X. The organization stated that the security situation in the region necessitated the cancellation of the conference.
“Unfortunately, due to the conflict in the Middle East and the security situation in the UAE region, we have decided to cancel Gateway Dubai,” the statement said.
Gateway Dubai is designed to bring together developers and builders working in the TON ecosystem. The goal of the event was to encourage collaboration between projects and teams.
Dubai remains a major destination for blockchain conferences and technology investors. However, recent military developments have changed the security outlook of the region.
In the wake of US and Israeli attacks against Iran, retaliatory missile and drone strikes have targeted the United Arab Emirates.
Reports indicate that the UAE has received the lion’s share of the strikes during the exchange. Analysts attribute these attacks to the country’s close cooperation with its Western partners.
Travel disruptions soon followed in a number of Middle Eastern cities. Airlines adjusted schedules, while many travelers reconsidered regional travel.
TON organizers have acknowledged that many participants have already planned their trip. They said the decision to cancel was taken after reviewing the evolving situation.
Despite the cancellation, the TON team said it may organize another Gateway event later this year using a different format.
Participants who purchased conference tickets will receive a refund within fourteen days.
TOKEN2049 has postponed the Dubai conference until 2027
Regional tensions also affected another major crypto gathering in Dubai. TOKEN2049 has announced that its Dubai conference will not be held this year.
The organizers confirmed the update via a message in X. This event was planned for April 29 and 30.
Unfortunately, due to the conflict in the Middle East and the security situation in the UAE region, we have decided to cancel Gateway Dubai, which was originally scheduled for May 1 and 2, 2026. It was a tough call, but the safety and well-being of our community always comes first.
If…
– TON 
(@ton_blockchain) March 12, 2026
“In collaboration with our partners and stakeholders, and in light of the ongoing uncertainty in the region, TOKEN2049 Dubai will be postponed,” the announcement said.
The conference will now be held on April 21 and 22, 2027. Organizers said the change would give time for regional stability to improve.
TOKEN2049 usually attracts global blockchain founders, investors and technology leaders. The Dubai event was expected to feature several well-known speakers.
Scheduled attendees include Polymarket founder Shane Coplan. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino and Circle co-founder Jeremy Allaire also made the list.
Attendees who have purchased tickets have several options after the postponement. They can keep their tickets for the 2027 conference.
Participants can also transfer their tickets to the TOKEN2049 Singapore event scheduled for later this year.
Tickets for the Dubai conference are priced from $699 for early access. The standard equipment goes for $1,499, while premium packages cost $5,999.
Organizers encouraged participants with travel reservations to contact airlines and hotels to change reservations.
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