Smartcon event
Overview
SmartCon is Chainlink's annual conference on smart contracts and blockchain infrastructure. It began as a virtual summit in 2020 and has grown into an in-person event bringing together developers, financial institutions and policymakers around the convergence of traditional finance and onchain systems. The 2025 edition, themed "From Crypto to Capitol Hill," was held November 4-5 at the Metropolitan Pavilion in Manhattan — its first return to New York City since 2022 — with speakers from Swift, JPMorgan, Mastercard, Aave and Optimism, among others. Chainlink uses the event to publish product announcements and releases alongside the programme.
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Frequently asked questions
What is SmartCon?
It is Chainlink's annual conference on smart contracts and web3, covering blockchain infrastructure and the integration of traditional finance with onchain markets.
When did SmartCon start?
It debuted as a virtual smart contract summit in 2020 and has run annually since.
Where was SmartCon 2025 held and what was the theme?
At the Metropolitan Pavilion in Manhattan on November 4-5, 2025 — the event's first return to New York City since 2022 — under the theme "From Crypto to Capitol Hill," with speakers from institutions including Swift, JPMorgan and Mastercard.
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