The decision came after attendees reported being blocked by police at the venue for 90 minutes before receiving an apology email at 12:00 PM. The disruption occurred as the blockchain project began a 4 city tour and promoted a new Shanghai office. Binance founder Changpeng Zhao questioned if Solana understood local policies, citing a previous incident in Shenzhen less than a year ago where an event was cleared by police.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Solana Postpones Shanghai Event After Registrations Quadruple
Crypto5 days ago
An unforeseen surge in demand for attendance led the Solana Foundation to halt its 'Solana Accelerate China 2026' gathering in Shanghai on October 16 to avoid violating government venue limits. An organizer stated that registrations quadrupled overnight, far exceeding the cap registered with local authorities, and that the event was postponed to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
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