The Technology Express proudly hosted the Web3 & Digital Assets Markets Awards 2025 on April 26 at Sofitel, The Palm, an evening dedicated to celebrating the pioneers, disruptors, and institutions shaping the future of blockchain, tokenization, and digital finance across the Middle East and beyond.

Presented by Wasaya Investments, powered by iFund Factoring, and driven by The Elite Cars, a subsidiary of Elite Group Holding, the ceremony brought together a distinguished gathering of Web3 professionals, technology leaders, and government officials to honor outstanding achievements and innovations across the digital assets ecosystem.

Award Categories and Winners:

• Web3 Thought Leader of the Year – Bijan Alizadehfard, Co-Founder and General Partner of Cypher Capital
• Woman Leader of the Year – Ola Doudin
• Innovator in Digital Asset to Watch – Amira Soliman, Co-Founder & CEO, Time Guardian | ATHAR
• Digital Assets Trading Visionary of the Year – Lalit Matta, CEO of Ya Markets
• Blockchain Influencer of the Year – Professor Crypto
• Accelerator of the Year – RAK Digital Assets Oasis
• Web3 Freezone of the Year – RAK Digital Assets Oasis
• Advisory Firm of the Year – Ghaf Capital Partners
• Investment Fund of the Year – Cypher Capital
• Blockchain Infrastructure Provider of the Year – Fuze
• Rising Trading Platform of the Year – XT.com
• Ecosystem Enabler of the Year – Crypto Oasis
• Digital Asset Platform of the Year – BitOasis
• Excellence in Web3 Compliance – Crystal Intelligence
• Tokenization Leader of the Year – Tokinvest

Each award reflected the remarkable growth and momentum of the Web3 and digital assets landscape, highlighting the visionaries and disruptors leading advancements in tokenization, infrastructure, ecosystem development, compliance, and trading innovation.

In addition to the awards, guests were treated to a captivating live violin performance by Maria, an electrifying set by Zarooni Sound Society, and a mind-bending act by Wadie Rida, a renowned magician and mind reader. The evening featured fine dining, curated cocktails, and high-level networking in a vibrant, future-forward atmosphere.

As the region continues to rise as a global hub for digital finance and Web3 innovation, The Technology Express remains committed to spotlighting excellence and fostering community among the industry’s most dynamic leaders and disruptors.