The Night of 5A: Animoca, Alibaba, Arcane, Arkstream, ABCDE, and Particle Network
- Date
- 2023-09-14
- Location
- Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
- Host
- Particle Network Events
About this event
If you work in or around Web3, venture, or the broader startup ecosystem, this is the kind of night where the room matters as much as the program. The Night of 5A brings together communities connected to Animoca, Alibaba, Arcane, Arkstream, ABCDE, and Particle Network for an in-person evening in Singapore built around conversation, connection, and real-world momentum. This is not a formal conference with distance between speakers and attendees. It is a high-signal meetup designed for people who want to trade ideas, meet sharp operators, and spend time with others actively shaping what comes next. About the Event The Night of 5A is a community-driven networking meetup taking place in Singapore on Thursday, September 14 at 8:00 PM GMT+8. The event centers on bringing together people from overlapping circles across technology, Web3, investing, product, infrastructure, and ecosystem building in a format that feels social, open, and easy to navigate. The title signals the communities and networks in the room, but the value of the evening comes from what happens between introductions: side conversations, unexpected overlaps, and the chance to meet people you would otherwise only know online or through second-degree connections. If you value access to thoughtful builders, investors, and ecosystem participants, this event is built for exactly that. Expect a relaxed but intentional environment. The goal is not to overwhelm attendees with a packed schedule, but to create a setting where strong conversations can happen naturally and where meeting the right few people can make the entire night worthwhile. What to Expect You can expect an evening that leans into networking, community, and social interaction rather than a rigid stage-heavy format. That usually means a flow that gives people time to arrive, settle in, and connect organically rather than rushing from one segment to the next. The night is likely to feel most valuable if you come ready to introduce yourself clearly, share what you are building or exploring, and be curious about what others are working on. In rooms like this, the best outcomes often come from short conversations that quickly open into future meetings, collaborations, or warm introductions. Here is the kind of experience attendees should prepare for: A strong concentration of ecosystem participants across startups, investment, community, and emerging technology Open-format networking with space for one-on-one and small-group conversations A social setting that makes it easier to meet new people without the pressure of a formal agenda Cross-community interaction among attendees with different backgrounds, priorities, and perspectives Organic discovery of projects, opportunities, and people you may not have encountered otherwise Because the event takes place in the evening, it is especially well suited to more candid and relaxed conversations. People tend to stay longer in discussions, move between groups more naturally, and speak more openly about what they are seeing in the market and where they want to focus next. Why Attend The biggest reason to attend is simple: high-quality rooms create disproportionate opportunities. A single evening with the right mix of founders, operators, investors, developers, and ecosystem leaders can lead to partnerships, hiring conversations, strategic feedback, customer introductions, or future collaboration. If you are building, investing, or exploring your next move, being in the room helps you get a more accurate read on the market than you can get from posts, threads, or announcements alone. You hear what people are prioritizing, where interest is growing, and how different parts of the ecosystem are thinking right now. This event is also valuable because it sits at the intersection of several communities rather than only one. That kind of overlap matters. It means you are more likely to meet people outside your usual circle while still staying within a relevant professional context. You should attend if you want to: Expand your network with people who are active, informed, and connected Meet peers and potential collaborators across product, investment, infrastructure, and community roles Get a better sense of current conversations happening across adjacent parts of the ecosystem Create follow-up opportunities for partnerships, fundraising, hiring, BD, or knowledge-sharing Spend time in a room that rewards curiosity and initiative For many attendees, the real takeaway will not be a single headline moment. It will be a set of useful new relationships and a clearer sense of who is building what, where the energy is, and which conversations are worth continuing after the event. Practical Details Location: In person in Singapore, Singapore. As an in-person meetup, the value comes from showing up ready to engage, so plan to attend with enough time and energy for actual conversation rather than treating it as a quick stop. Date and time: Thursday, September 14 at 8:00 PM GMT+8. Since this is an evening event, it makes sense to arrive on time if you want to catch the first wave of introductions and settle into the room before conversations are fully formed. A few practical ways to get more from the night: Come with a clear one-line introduction about what you do and what you are looking for Be specific when describing your project, role, or interests Leave room in your schedule so you do not have to rush out early Follow up quickly with the people you meet while the context is still fresh If you are deciding whether this is worth your time, the best lens is this: if you benefit from being around ambitious people across community, startups, and emerging technology, The Night of 5A is exactly the kind of evening that can compound in value after the event ends.
Who should attend
This night is for people who get real value from being in the room, not just following the conversation afterward. - You are a **founder, builder, or operator** who wants to meet peers, potential partners, and ecosystem players across overlapping tech and Web3 communities. - You work in **venture, investing, business development, or ecosystem growth** and want a sharper sense of who is active, what people are building, and where strong relationships can start. - You are part of a **community, protocol, platform, or infrastructure team** and want to connect with others who understand how networks grow in practice. - You are looking for **high-quality networking without a stiff conference format**, and you do your best relationship-building through direct conversation. - You are in Singapore for the week, based locally, or passing through and want to spend an evening with a crowd that is relevant, engaged, and likely to lead to useful follow-ups. - You are comfortable introducing yourself, asking smart questions, and making the most of a room filled with people from adjacent parts of the ecosystem. If that sounds like how you like to meet people and spot opportunities, you will likely feel at home here.