PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands, July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- KuCoin, a leading global crypto platform built on trust, today officially unveiled the Celestia Stage, a brand-new immersive destination at Tomorrowland Belgium 2026. More than a stage announcement, the launch marks a new chapter in the multi-year strategic partnership between KuCoin and Tomorrowland—bringing together two global brands united by a shared belief that the future is shaped through curiosity, trust and meaningful human connection.
As Tomorrowland's Official Exclusive Crypto Exchange and Crypto Payments Partner, KuCoin's collaboration extends far beyond traditional sponsorship. Rather than simply placing a brand within the festival, both partners set out to create an experience that reflects their common philosophy: inspiring people to explore the unknown with confidence, embrace transformation and build connections through shared experiences.
A Story That Begins with Trust
At Tomorrowland, every stage begins with a story.
Inspired by the legend of Celestia within the Tomorrowland universe, the new stage is imagined as a mythical guardian in the form of a celestial butterfly—a timeless symbol of transformation, growth and new beginnings. Guiding visitors not by instruction, but through curiosity and trust, Celestia invites the People of Tomorrow to discover new perspectives and embrace the future together.
That philosophy closely reflects KuCoin's own vision.
Rather than positioning itself simply as a digital asset platform, KuCoin strives to become a trusted guide into the future of digital finance—making innovation more approachable, intuitive and human. The Celestia Stage therefore represents far more than a branded venue. It is a shared story where music, culture, technology and imagination come together to demonstrate that trust is the foundation upon which exploration, innovation and community are built.
Designed around the graceful form of a butterfly in flight, the stage blends organic landscapes, crystalline structures and flowing digital elements into a living environment where nature and technology exist in harmony. Throughout the festival, the story continues beyond the stage through the KuCoin Guardians, whose presence embodies guidance, curiosity and discovery across the Tomorrowland experience.
Two Communities, One Shared Vision
For nearly two decades, Tomorrowland has united millions of people from around the world through music, creativity and shared experiences.
KuCoin shares that same community-first philosophy. Today, the platform serves more than 40 million users across over 200 countries and regions, building trusted infrastructure that empowers people everywhere to participate confidently in the evolving digital economy.
Together, Tomorrowland and KuCoin believe that the future is not defined by technology alone, but by the communities who embrace it together. By bringing together culture, innovation and trust, the Celestia Stage creates a destination where people from every corner of the world can discover, connect and imagine what's possible together.
"Tomorrowland has always inspired people to discover something beyond themselves through music, creativity and imagination," said BC Wong, CEO of KuCoin. "That philosophy closely reflects our own vision. At KuCoin, we believe trust is what empowers people to embrace the future with confidence. Celestia is much more than a stage. It is a shared symbol of transformation, curiosity and connection. Together with Tomorrowland, we hope to create an experience where innovation feels approachable, communities feel connected, and every visitor is inspired to explore what comes next."
The Journey Begins This Summer
Throughout Tomorrowland Belgium 2026, the Celestia Stage will come to life through a carefully curated electronic music program, immersive artistic experiences and interactive storytelling inspired by the legend of Celestia. Festival-goers will also encounter the KuCoin Guardians across the festival grounds, extending the spirit of guidance and discovery beyond the stage itself.
Additional details—including the full artist lineup, immersive stage experiences and exclusive community activations—will be unveiled in the coming weeks as Tomorrowland and KuCoin continue to bring the world of Celestia to life.
The story of Celestia is only beginning. Together, Tomorrowland and KuCoin invite the People of Tomorrow to discover the next chapter—guided by curiosity, united by shared experiences, and inspired by trust.
About KuCoin
Founded in 2017, KuCoin is a leading global crypto platform built on trust and security, serving over 40 million users across 200+ countries and regions. Known for its reliability and user-first approach, the platform combines advanced technology, deep liquidity, and strong security safeguards to deliver a seamless trading experience. KuCoin provides access to 1,500+ digital assets through a broad product suite and remains committed to building transparent, compliant, and user-centric digital asset infrastructure for the future of finance, backed by SOC 2 Type II, ISO/IEC 27001:2022, and ISO/IEC 27701:2019 Certifications. In recent years, we have built a strong global compliance foundation, marked by key milestones including AUSTRAC registration in Australia, a MiCA license in Europe, and regulatory progress in other markets.
Learn more at www.kucoin.com.
About Tomorrowland
Founded 20 years ago by Belgian brothers Manu and Michiel Beers, Tomorrowland remains a family-owned business driven by a creative and passionate team. Over the years, Tomorrowland has evolved into a global entertainment brand.
The WEAREONE.world group consists of several business units, including Festival & Events, Music, Experiences, Leisure, Products and Fiction. Today, more than 350 team members create magic from the company's headquarters in Antwerp, Belgium, as well as local offices in Brazil, France, Ibiza and Thailand.
Known for bringing people together through music, creativity and storytelling, Tomorrowland has become one of the world's most recognized and influential festival brands, inspiring millions through unforgettable experiences and a shared vision of connection.
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KuCoin and Tomorrowland Unveil the Celestia Stage, Bringing a Shared Vision of Trust, Discovery and Transformation to Tomorrowland Belgium 2026
MANILA, Philippines, July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As the Philippine tourism and accommodation sectors enter a sophisticated new operational phase, The Hospitality Asia Event Series has officially announced the dates for the 9th Hospitality Philippines Conference #HPC2026. Taking place on September 9–10, 2026 at Marriott Manila, the premier two-day leadership assembly will gather the nation's foremost asset owners, operators, developers, and tech visionaries under the timely country theme: "What Comes After Growth: Hospitality's Next Test in the Philippines."
Aligned with the overarching 2026 Hospitality Asia regional mandate, "Leading Hospitality Forward: Investing in Design, Driving Results," #HPC2026 steps away from broad macro-generalities to focus heavily on grounded execution. Following consecutive years of aggressive footprint expansion, the conference arrives at a critical juncture where the sector must balance bold brand ambitions against tighter regional underwriting, changing destination dynamics, and an increasingly sophisticated domestic and international traveler base.
An Expanded Multi-Summit Structure Across Two Days
To address the highly interconnected realities of modern asset management, the 2026 program expands into four concurrent, uniquely curated summits spanning two full days of high-level discourse:
Day 1: Capital Allocation and Structural Identity
Hotel Investment Summit Philippines #HISP: This summit draws developers, institutional funds, and international operators into frank dialogue about where capital still sees true potential and where confidence is thinning. With risk appetite returning under sharper, more stringent terms, discussions will dissect emerging growth corridors outside Metro Manila, managing urban land constraints, and navigating infrastructure realities where strong investor conviction serves as the primary differentiator.
Hotel Design Summit Philippines #HDSP: Moving decisively past imported luxury templates, this track explores the rise of deeply rooted, authentic design systems. Architects, creative studios, and property owners will debate how space can celebrate local cultural narratives and drive domestic pride while remaining globally competitive. The session focuses heavily on tropical resilience, layered storytelling, and structuring environments built to withstand climate volatility while boosting long-term asset value.
Day 2: Commercial Performance and Archipelagic Tech
Hotel Revenue Summit Philippines #HRSP: Designed for modern commercial leaders and pricing specialists, this summit addresses the total orchestration of revenue in a highly fragmented market. With regional middle-market travel surging, traditional assumptions around fixed demand cycles and rate elasticity no longer apply. Panelists will analyze how to harmonize sales, marketing, and distribution pipelines to turn real-time consumer intent into immediate bottom-line advantages.
Travel Byte Summit #TBSP: Making its highly anticipated addition to the schedule, this summit tackles the unique geographic canvas of the Philippines. By uniting technology leaders, maritime and aviation logistics operators, and government agencies, the track explores how seamless digital integration can bridge fragmentation across the country's 7,000 islands, driving frictionless guest experiences, smarter transportation hubs, and robust travel-tech ecosystems.
The Definitive Room for Practical Answers
The 9th edition is expected to host 100+ expert speakers and 500+ pre-qualified delegates representing 300+ leading companies from across the Asia-Pacific region. Beyond the core panel tracks, the conference features an interactive Exhibition Showcase highlighting next-generation hospitality software, sustainable materials, and design solutions, alongside the signature Match & Meet curated networking blocks to facilitate direct project-and-capital deal-making on the floor.
For industry stakeholders looking to safeguard their margins, scale their portfolios accurately, and build resilient products, #HPC2026 provides the essential localized playbook to successfully navigate the next real estate cycle.
For the full event agenda, speaker listings, or to register as a delegate or sponsor, please visit the official website at https://hospitality-philippines.com/
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About Hospitality Asia
The Hospitality Asia Event Series is a leading platform for senior leaders across the region's hospitality and tourism sectors. It is known for bringing together key decision-makers and industry innovators while creating strong opportunities for networking, knowledge exchange, and strategic collaboration.
The series features seven flagship events across Asia, including the Hospitality Indonesia Conference (HIC), the Hospitality Vietnam Conference (HVC), the Hospitality Thailand Conference (HTC), the Hospitality South Korea Conference (HSKC), the Hospitality Malaysia Conference (HMC), the Hospitality Philippines Conference (HPC) and the Hospitality Japan Conference (HJC). These events attract a high-level and diverse audience from across the region.
Hospitality Asia is distinguished by its balanced engagement of both C-level executives and senior professionals such as Vice Presidents, General Managers and Directors who manage contracts, negotiations and daily operations. Supported by regional advisors who provide real-time market insights, the content focuses on practical strategies that enable participants to drive business growth.
The series is guided by four summits that represent the main drivers of industry success. These include the Hotel Investment Summit Asia #HISA, the Hotel Design Summit Asia #HDSA, the Hotel Revenue Summit Asia #HRSA and the Travel Byte Summit Asia #TBSA. Each summit is delivered with a localized approach to ensure relevance and meaningful engagement with the region's most important opportunities.
To learn more about Hospitality Asia, please visit our website at www.hospitality-asia.com.
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9th Hospitality Philippines Conference #HPC2026 Set to Address Critical Tourism Infrastructure and Asset Lifecycles in Manila
