SIP-31: The Sandbox Side Event at Korea Blockchain Week

TL;DR

What	Korea Blockchain Week (KBW) is an annual global blockchain and Web3 festival held in Seoul, South Korea, since 2018. It has been a gathering ground for the top global blockchain and web3 leaders and unifying diverse communities. Every year, KBW curates multiple prestigious main events, including the flagship conference 'IMPACT.' This provides participants and attendees exclusive opportunities to exchange industry insights and indulge in an immersive blend of music, art and culture, making KBW a unique and enriching experience for all involved. The Sandbox will have great opportunities to meet stakeholders and potential partners in KBW side event
Why	Despite a strong presence in the global Web3 space, The Sandbox seeks to strengthen its footprint in Asia. Korea Blockchain Week is a high-impact opportunity to engage creators, investors, and users from the region and drive ecosystem expansion.
How	Offline program themed Content Experience, Major IP based Exp Display, Key News Announcement, Panel Talk, Networking and etc
When	1 day from September 23th or 24th 16:00 PM - 20:00 PM (exact date, time TBD)
Who	Co-host with another partner or by The Sandbox Korea

Council recommendation

Positive

SIP Details

Event Details

South Korea, Seoul Target Audience: Creator, Content player(Gamer), Investor, Media, KOL, Partner, Community and Web3 people Number of Participants: Apx. 800 Date & Duration: 1 day from September 23th or 24th 16:00 PM - 20:00 PM (exact date, time TBD) Format & Structure: Big announcement (The Sandbox achievements, Future plan), AMA section, Fireside chat Technologies/Tools Used:

• The Sandbox Client – Platform & Gaming content demonstration and walkthrough
• Game Maker – Showcasing community-built experiences
• VoxEdit – Highlighting asset creation and monetization opportunities

Goals & Objectives for Event

The primary goal of this event is to expand The Sandbox DAO’s reach within the web3 ecosystem by connecting with new community members in South Korea and cultivating relationships with prospective partners at KBW 2025.

Specific Objectives:

Creator / Players	Provide hands-on exposure to Game Maker and VoxEdit through live demos and showcases. Introduce The Sandbox platform to creators, gamers, and communities unfamiliar with the ecosystem.
Investor /Partner	Network with investors, media, and KOLs to explore collaborations in the Asian Web3 market.
Community	Share major updates, DAO initiatives, and future development goals through a keynote and panel talk.

Success Metrics for Event

• Registrations: 1k people pre-registered
• Attendance: over 800 people
• Engagement: 100+ Creator, KOL and Web3 people engaged
• Social media reach: over 100k impressions

Benefit to The Sandbox Ecosystem

• To expand The Sandbox ecosystem, reach out to new web3 people and potential partners who visit KBW 2025

Budget requested

Total cost: 50k USD

Item	Description	Cost (USD)
Venue	Renting Club or Cafe in Gangnam, Audio & Video system, Display, event staff	25K
Catering	Drink, Finger Food Buffet	10k
Branding	Venue Decoration, Giveaway (TBD_wireless battery charger, umbrella, sports towel)	10k
Marketing	Invitation letter and page creation, Banner Creation	5k

Implementation Plan

Milestones (per event)	Deliverables	Expected completion date	Unlock Payment
SIP Acceptance		July 23rd 2025	50% to secure venue, vendors, and kickoff event prep
#1 Kick off	Signed contracts with event partner, venue booking confirmation, event branding assets shared in DAO forum	Early August 2025	50% for ongoing setup, marketing, F&B, merch order etc.
#2 Event activation	Pe-registration Number, Event Launch, 800 Attendees, media/social live	1 day from September 23th or 24th 16:00 PM - 20:00 PM (exact date, time TBD)
#3 Report	Metrics submitted, video recap shared	End September 2025

Team Attending

• Sebastien Borget
• The Sandbox Korea Team