YouHodler at Devconnect ARG: Strengthening Global Web3 Connections in the Heart of Buenos Aires

Recently, the YouHodler team joined thousands of builders, innovators, and Web3 leaders in Buenos Aires for Devconnect ARG, the first Ethereum World’s Fair. Over 15,000 attendees converged to explore real Ethereum applications, hands-on demos, and collaborative community hubs. For our team, the experience offered a powerful blend of inspiration, connection, and firsthand insights into the fast-growing Latin American crypto ecosystem. 

A Week of Innovation, Collaboration, and Community

Across Devconnect ARG and the surrounding ecosystem events, we immersed ourselves in what makes the Ethereum community (and the blockchain world, as a whole) unique: experimentation, transparency, and relentless curiosity. From brunch meetups to builder sessions to late-evening conversations about DeFi usability, the week was filled with meaningful exchanges and new connections.

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Instead of just panels and passive listening, the event focused on providing a hands-on experience to all participants, and attendees were encouraged to touch and try real products shaping the future of Web3. These interactive booths and sessions served as a map of our industry’s frontier and a reminder of how quickly the space continues to evolve. During this week-long event, our team joined various community activities, connecting with innovators pushing the boundaries of Web3 fintech.

Spotlight: CVA LATAM Chapter Side Event

A key highlight of the trip was YouHodler’s participation in a side event hosted by the Crypto Valley Association’s (CVA) LATAM Chapter, where discussions centered around innovation, ecosystem growth, and LATAM’s rising role in the global Web3 landscape.

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Speakers included:

• Ilya Volkov, CEO of YouHodler and CVA board member
• Patricio Zavala, Chapter Chair, CVA LATAM
• Claudio Cossio, Chapter Chair, CVA LATAM

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Together, they explored the region’s accelerating crypto adoption, the importance of regulatory clarity, and opportunities to connect LATAM’s talent, creativity, and market potential with the expertise and global networks of the Crypto Valley.

Adding to the celebration, this event coincided with Ilya’s birthday! What a fitting moment, given his commitment to bridging global blockchain communities.

Expanding Connections Across the Web3 Ecosystem

Beyond Devconnect, as we develop our very own YouHodler Branch on Argentine soil, we also held in-person meetings with our partners in Argentina, including traditional banks, service providers, and Web3 companies from around the world, exchanging insights on fintech, business innovation, and cross-industry collaboration. As we continue to expand YouHodler’s footprint across Argentina and the wider Latin American market, these conversations were invaluable. They offered deeper visibility into regional needs, helped identify opportunities for local engagement, and strengthened our long-term commitment to building meaningful solutions in the region.

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We’re excited about what’s ahead. Stay tuned!

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