TON cancels Dubai event over safety concerns in UAE amid Middle East conflict
TON has cancelled its Gateway Dubai conference scheduled for May due to safety concerns arising from the escalating Middle East conflict.Summary
The TON blockchain ecosystem conference, Gateway Dubai, originally scheduled for May 1 and 2, 2026, has been cancelled by the organization due to safety conditions in the UAE amid the escalating Middle East conflict. TON stated that the safety and well-being of their community was the priority. This decision follows strikes between Iran, the U.S., and Israel, which resulted in Iran attacking the UAE with missiles and drones. Dubai, a major hub for crypto entrepreneurs, has reportedly borne a significant impact from the strikes, leading to severe travel disruptions. Event planners are now exploring alternative formats for a Gateway event later this year, while another major crypto event, Token2049, is still scheduled to proceed in Dubai next month.
(Source：The Block)