Hong Kong, 22nd January 2026 – SlowMist, a globally recognized blockchain security firm, has been announced as a Primary Exhibition Sponsor for the Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026. The event will take place from April 20 to 23, 2026, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, bringing together the world’s leading minds in Web3 and cryptocurrency to discuss cutting-edge trends, security challenges, and regulatory developments.
SlowMist is a threat intelligence firm specializing in blockchain ecosystem security, established in January 2018 by a team with over ten years of network security experience. Since its founding, the company has grown into a global force with a singular mission: to make the blockchain ecosystem as secure as possible for everyone. This commitment has positioned SlowMist as one of the most trusted names in blockchain security, with a client roster that reads like a who’s who of the crypto industry.
A Trusted Partner for Major Crypto Platforms
SlowMist has worked with various well-known projects and platforms including HashKey Exchange, OSL, MEEX, BGE, BTCBOX, Bitget, BHEX.SG, OKX, Binance, HTX, Amber Group, and Crypto.com. The firm’s comprehensive security solutions cover everything from security audits and threat intelligence to defense deployment, security consulting, and incident response. Their services extend beyond traditional auditing to include red teaming exercises that assess vulnerabilities across enterprise personnel, business systems, supply chains, and physical security infrastructure.
SlowMist has also developed a suite of specialized security products including MistTrack (a crypto tracking and compliance platform), AML (Anti-Money Laundering) software, Vulpush for vulnerability monitoring, SlowMist Hacked (a comprehensive crypto hack archive), and FireWall.x (a smart contract firewall). These tools provide comprehensive Web3 threat intelligence and dynamic security monitoring services, helping the industry stay one step ahead of evolving cyber threats.
The firm’s expertise has proven critical in some of the industry’s most high-profile security incidents. Notably, SlowMist played a key role in tracking down the attacker behind the $611 million Poly Network exploit in 2021, obtaining the hacker’s ID information and ultimately contributing to the return of stolen funds. This kind of real-world impact has solidified SlowMist’s reputation as more than just an auditing firm—they’re active defenders of the blockchain ecosystem.
About the Hong Kong Web3 Festival
The Hong Kong Web3 Festival, co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group and organized by W3ME, has established itself as Asia’s premiere crypto gathering since its launch in April 2023. The Festival convenes the world’s smartest minds in the Web3 and crypto space to discuss the latest trends, policies, and technological breakthroughs shaping the industry’s future.
The previous three editions have demonstrated remarkable scale and influence. The Festival has brought together over 350 exhibitors and more than 1,200 speakers for in-depth discussions on topics ranging from DeFi innovation to regulatory compliance. These gatherings have attracted a cumulative total of 100,000 visitors from across the globe, with over 400 diverse side events taking place alongside the main conference programming.
Why SlowMist’s Involvement Matters
SlowMist’s participation as a Primary Exhibition Sponsor carries particular significance given the current state of blockchain security. As the industry has grown, so too have the sophistication and frequency of attacks. From smart contract exploits to phishing operations orchestrated by state-sponsored hacker groups like North Korea’s Lazarus Group, the threat landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace.
With SlowMist’s deep expertise in threat intelligence and their track record of working with Hong Kong-based platforms like HashKey Exchange and OSL, their presence at the Festival will provide attendees with crucial insights into protecting digital assets and building secure blockchain applications. The firm has also been actively involved in Hong Kong’s regulatory ecosystem, providing compliance-focused security auditing for tokenized financial products and supporting participants in the Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s sandbox program for stablecoin issuers.
Hong Kong’s Strategic Position
The Hong Kong Web3 Festival leverages Hong Kong’s unique position as a global financial center and innovation powerhouse, bridging the vast market potential of Mainland China with worldwide Web3 advancements. This positioning enables the event to bring together the best resources from across the globe, offering attendees first-hand Web3 updates and networking opportunities with leading projects, investors, and security experts.
For an industry where security can make or break user trust, having SlowMist as a Primary Exhibition Sponsor ensures that security considerations remain at the forefront of discussions about blockchain innovation and adoption.
Get all the details: https://www.web3festival.org/hongkong2026/#/en
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