Crecimiento is making Argentina the Crypto Capital of the World.
Founders, builders and regulators are working together to support a new generation of crypto talent and products that will bring economic prosperity to the country.

Join us from March 5th to March 28th to shape the future together.

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Summary

What

A 4-week Pop-Up City in Buenos Aires, Argentina

When

Monday, August 5th - Sunday, September 1st

Why

Create a ‘moment in time’ to catalyze crypto-enabled solutions to address economic challenges and fuel innovation in Argentina

Who

200-400 founders & startup teams, builders, mentors, experts, leaders, believers, government, regulators

About Aleph

Aleph’s first edition took place in August and was a huge success, with more than 3000 citizens meeting to learn, connect and innovate.

Now, in 2025, we’re ready to revolutionize the ecosystem.
That’s why we’re kicking it off with power: Aleph March '25, the new edition of our Pop-Up City.

When

Wednesday 5^th to Friday 28^th March 2025
‍4 weeks

Where

Aleph Hub, in the heart of Buenos Aires.

What

A 4 week pop up city with top experts on startups, AI & Crypto, Hackathons and more.

Who

More than 5000 builders including students, founders and regulators.

About Crecimiento

Aleph is Crecimiento’s Pop-Up City. Crecimiento is a movement that came from a simple idea: now is Argentina’s moment to drive significant crypto adoption in Argentina and transform the economy.

Learn more here

Aleph Calendar

Aleph’s agenda will feature leading experts and regulators from all over the world to discuss DeFi, AI, Regulation, Startup building and much more. If you want to build meaningful stuff in crypto and finance, this is the place to be.
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Additionally, we will host a Interoperability Bootcamp, a 2-day hackathon and a Startup Demo Day for Argentinian and global builders to shine.
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But Aleph March '25 is just the canva, the real magic comes with Buenos Aires’ thriving community creating its own events, talks, workshops and experiences.

Speakers

Juan Benet

Protocol Labs

Host Your Own Event

Community members are invited to plan their own gatherings around the pop-up, such as barbecues, happy hours, celebrations, soccer matches, and more. We strongly encourage adding your Luma events to the Crecimiento Calendar to showcase everything happening this December!

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Citizens

Juan Benet

Protocol Labs

Vitalik Buterin

Online

Sebastian Serrano

Ripio

Lavande

Optimism Foundation

Arnaud Schenk

Aztec

gonna.eth

Optimism Collective

Santiago Palladino

Aztec

Mariano Conti

Mariano Cortesi

cLabs

Angela Ocando

Uniswap Foundation

Santi Siri

Proof of Humanity & La Frontera

Sam Richards

Ethereum Foundation & PrivacyScaling

Yemel Jardi

Decentraland Foundation

Matta

Red Guild & SEAL

Martin Volpe

Celo

Marcelo Cavazzoli

Lemon

Hanna Schiuma

Lend2D

Particle

Wonderland

Rodrigo Benzaquen

Boulder Tech

Emiliano Velazquez

Diego Fernández

QuarkID

Pablo Carranza Velez

The Graph

Facundo Spagnuolo

Mimic

Matías Caricato

Mountain Protocol

Manuel Beaudroit

Belo

Gabriel Anderson

Graph Paper Capital

James Tunnigley

Architect Systems

Milton Berman

WakeUp Labs

Cat McGee

Aztec

Alfonso Campenni

ZKsync

Sebastian Aldasoro

Sonata

Milagros Santamaría

Crecimiento

Teófilo Beato

Crecimiento

Agustín Pesce

Banco de Inversión y Comercio Exterior

Carmen Álvarez Rivero

Senadora Argentina

Martín Yeza

Diputado Argentino

Roberto E. Silva

Presidente - Comisión Nacional de Valores

Skylar Weaver

Ethereum Foundation

Kun Peng

Stanford

Mercedes Llano

Diputada Nacional

Francesca Petrazzini

Crecimiento

Juan Pablo Fridenberg

Lemon

Lucas De Nardo

Prex

Rocío Díaz

Pomelo

Daniel Vítolo

Inspector General de Justicia

Alberto Mendoza

Unidad de Información Financiera

Alejandro Rothamel

Ripio

Josefina de Álzaga

Belo

Crypto Fede

Mode

Carlos Peralta

Bitso

Nicolás Zaballa

Gobierno de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires

How to join?

Entrance is free, but subject to application.
Accepted citizens will receive Quark ID verifiable credentials that they can use to access the hub.

Why join?

Premium access to Aleph Hub
Exclusive content & talks on various topics
Close contact with local and international builders and founders
Opportunity to organize talks, workshops, and other knowledge-sharing sessions
Access to our social events (asado, after offices, parties, football games, etc)
And much more!

Hackathon and
Interoperability Bootcamp

Citizens that want to participate in the Hackathon or the Bootcamp will have to apply separately.

Hackathon

A hybrid 3-day event (online and in-person at Concepción Hub in Buenos Aires, Argentina) that brings together developers, designers, PMs, founders, cryptographers, and students who want to collaborate and create innovative blockchain solutions.

Start: Saturday 22^nd
Ends: Sunday 23^rd

Interop Summit

Join our Interoperability Bootcamp.
Get hands-on experience with cross-chain messaging, bridge protocols, and multi-chain smart contracts.

Date: Thurday 13^th

Goals

New Startups

Build and launch new products & startups.

Product Adoption & Growth

Grow adoption of existing startups, and deliver financial prosperity.

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MORE THAN MUSIC FESTIVALS

intentional festivals

These festivals transcend the realm of music, offering an opportunity for profound transformation. They beckon us to open our hearts and minds, to let go, and to merge with our surroundings. Their purpose is to ignite a spark within us, inspiring a life filled with meaning, connection, and unbridled joy.

AN OPTION FOR EVERY WANDERER

HOLISTIC EXPERIENCES

Discover other events, gatherings, and retreats that resonate with our core ethos. Engage with visionary talent and teachers who invite us to dive into a new paradigm of living.

Goals

New Startups

Build and launch new products & startups.

Product Adoption & Growth

Grow adoption of existing startups, and deliver financial prosperity.

Goals

New Startups

Build and launch new products & startups

Product Adoption & Growth

Grow adoption of existing startups, and deliver financial prosperity

Movement

Establish clear strategy for longer-term co-working, co-living and culture of entrepreneurship

Talent / Users / Culture

Up-skill, train, educate and inspire the next generation of Argentina innovation leaders

Business Environment

Work with the government, legislators and regulators to improve the regulatory environment for startups

Goals

New Startups

Build and launch new products & startups.

Product Adoption & Growth

Grow adoption of existing startups, and deliver financial prosperity.

Movement

Establish clear strategy for longer-term co-working, co-living and culture of entrepreneurship.

Talent / Users / Culture

Up-skill, train, educate and inspire the next generation of Argentina innovation leaders.

Business Environment

Work with the government, legislators and regulators to improve the regulatory environment for startups

Impact

Community & culture deepening

Active involvement of and benefit to local communities in the development and benefits of the tech and crypto sectors, e.g. social impact initiatives.

Regulatory & legal framework enhancements

Data points to inform pro-business regulatory changes, make amendments to give legal recognition for the use of crypto and blockchain.

Education & talent development

Skilled workforce more proficient in blockchain, world-class educational institutions and training programs in tech, active R&D in groundbreaking research in crypto.

Global recognition and influence

Promote international partnerships, media presence to spotlight success stories, and attract major international tech conferences.

Financial prosperity

Identify how to improve access to capital for entrepreneurs and startups, including via DeFi platforms and VC.

Innovation & technological advancement

Scope the establishment of incubators, accelerator programs and co-working spaces which foster innovation, new technological infrastructure, plus an increase in patents and IP generated within the city.

Economic growth and job creation

Creation of high-quality jobs, retain local talent, attract investment into startups / crypto projects.

Side events

Citizens are encouraged to organize side events around the pop up, including asados, after offices, parties, football games and more. We highly recommend creating Luma events and adding them to the Crecimiento Calendar for every event taking place in December.

Giving a talk

Citizens are also encouraged to create their own content inside the pop up. The hub has 2 main conference rooms: the auditorium and the amphitheater. All participants will be able to organize talks, workshops and other knowledge-sharing sessions in both events, subject to availability. Please note that the pop up organizers reserve the right to use the space even if booked if necessary.

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