After a short winter break, the DFINITY Foundation is back with a monthly ICP Global R&D Watch & Network—and kick off 2026 together with builders, founders, Web3 enthusiasts, and curious minds to reconnect, look ahead, and start the year with fresh momentum.
We will stream the DFINITY Global R&D Meeting on the big screen, giving you exclusive access to the latest developments in the ICP ecosystem.
Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere with drinks, snacks, and delicious food!
What is the Global R&D Meeting?
The DFINITY Foundation invites you to the Global R&D Meeting, held every 4 weeks on Wednesdays. This is an excellent opportunity to hear about R&D updates, watch demos, and explore how to get involved in the Internet Computer Protocol ecosystem.
🔔 New Year Special — Guest Talk
🎤 Special Guest Talk (18:30 – 18:55)
To kick off 2026, we’re hosting a short infrastructure-focused talk, “ICP Infrastructure Outlook 2026″ by Louise Velayo, Co-Founder of Aviate Labs.
This talk connects directly to the themes discussed during the Global R&D stream and sets the tone for the year ahead.
What to Expect
- 🎥 Live stream: DFINITY Global R&D Meeting (latest ICP updates & demos)
- 🌐 Network with developers, builders, Web3 experts, and blockchain enthusiasts
- 🥗 Food, snacks & drinks in a friendly, after-work vibe
Agenda
🕔 5:00 – 5:30 PM: Arrival & Welcome Networking
Grab a drink, settle in, meet the crew.
🎥 5:30 – 6:30 PM: DFINITY Global R&D (Live Stream)
Latest ICP updates & demos.
🎤 6:30 – 6:50 PM: Special Talk, ICP Infrastructure Outlook 2026 By Louise (Co-Founder, Aviate Labs)
🍻 7:00 PM onwards: Community Happy Hour
Co-hosted with ETHGlobal, ETHBelgium, and Bitget, Register separately.
Event Partners:
This event is proudly brought to you by Aviate Labs, Allusion, and ICP Belgium.
About ICP Belgium
ICP Belgium is a community hub dedicated to supporting developers, enthusiasts, and professionals passionate about the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) and Web3. Our mission is to foster collaboration, innovation, and growth within the blockchain ecosystem in Belgium.
What is ICP?
The Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) is a groundbreaking blockchain technology developed by the DFINITY Foundation that transforms the internet into a global, decentralized compute platform. By enabling smart contracts (canisters) to run at web speed and scale without centralized servers, ICP allows developers to create a wide range of applications directly on the blockchain. Learn more on the official Internet Computer website.
🗓 Wednesday, January 28, 2026
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM CET
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