Sofia to Host Landmark Real World Crypto Symposium in 2025

Sofia, Bulgaria – In a landmark decision, Sofia has been chosen as the next host city for the prestigious Real World Crypto Symposium (RWC) in 2025.

The event, slated from March 26 to 28, 2025, will bring together over 1,000 representatives from the world’s leading technological entities, including giants like Google, Amazon, Meta, and Apple.

Hosted by the esteemed INSAIT Institute at Sofia University, “St. Kliment Ohridski,” the symposium promises to tackle pressing issues in the realm of online security.

The announcement was made during the ongoing RWC’24 in Toronto, Canada, by the press centre of the Ministry of Education and Science (MES), signalling Bulgaria’s emergence as a pivotal hub for technological advancement on both regional and global scales.

Following the footsteps of prominent cities like Toronto, Tokyo, Amsterdam, New York, and Palo Alto, Sofia’s selection as the backdrop for discussions among leading technology firms and research institutions specializing in cybersecurity and cryptography underscores its growing significance in the tech landscape.

At the core of the symposium, participants will engage in discussions on cutting-edge research topics in cryptography and information security, including data privacy, authentication, and other critical aspects affecting billions of users of popular online services worldwide.

INSAIT, the Institute for Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Technology in Sofia, stands as a beacon of innovation in Eastern Europe.

Established in collaboration with renowned Swiss institutions ETN Zurich and EPFL, INSAIT offers state-of-the-art research facilities comparable to leading Western counterparts.

Led and advised by eminent scientists from premier American, European, and Israeli universities and research labs, INSAIT is committed to scientific excellence, groundbreaking research, and nurturing the next generation of technology leaders.

Commenting on the selection of Sofia as the host city for RWC’25, MES statements highlighted the pivotal role played by the INSAIT institute in Bulgaria’s technological landscape.

This recognition not only underscores the institute’s contribution but also solidifies Bulgaria’s position as a key player in the global tech arena.

With participation from industry giants like Google, Amazon, Meta, and Apple, RWC’25 promises to be a platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and innovation.

The symposium will provide a unique opportunity for stakeholders from diverse sectors of business and academia worldwide to come together and address the most pressing challenges in online security.

As preparations begin for RWC’25, anticipation is high for the groundbreaking discussions and insights that will emerge from this gathering of some of the brightest minds in the field of cybersecurity and cryptography.

Stay tuned as Sofia gears up to host one of the most significant events in the global tech calendar in 2025.