

The Future of E-Commerce in Istanbul with WORLDEF 2025

Byte Blog • April 30, 2025
WORLDEF 2025 will be held in Istanbul on May 15-16 at the Dr. Kadir Topbaş Show and Art Center. This year's WORLDEF meeting brings together leading stakeholders in e-commerce and e-export and is held to introduce current trends in these areas to Turkey.
In this period when e-commerce is growing rapidly and becoming the center of trade, WORLDEF, which brings together e-commerce professionals and entrepreneurs from around the world, will be held in Istanbul in 2025. The dynamics of e-commerce are changing every day, and events like WORLDEF offer great opportunities for those who want to follow global innovations in this field and create a successful digital strategy.
What is WORLDEF, Turkey's Leading E-commerce Event?
WORLDEF is an organization founded in 2016 that serves professionals worldwide in the fields of e-commerce and e-export. Its founding purpose is to support the growth of companies through international trade, accelerate digital transformation processes, and create awareness in the field of e-export. This organization has gained an important place in the world of e-commerce with the e-commerce events it organizes every year.
Over the years, it has organized various events in the world of e-commerce and digital marketing, bringing together participants from all over the world and becoming a pioneer in the sector in Turkey. Previous events of WORLDEF include e-commerce events held in cities such as Istanbul, Dubai, and London. These events not only introduced participants to global e-commerce strategies but also provided in-depth training on topics such as digital marketing, logistics, and e-export, allowing professionals in the sector to increase their knowledge. E-export and logistics events, in particular, are among the most popular topics in these events.
The Center of Digital Commerce with WORLDEF Istanbul 2025
WORLDEF 2025 will be held in Istanbul on May 15-16 at the Dr. Kadir Topbaş Show and Art Center. This year's WORLDEF meeting brings together leading stakeholders in e-commerce and e-export and is held to introduce current trends in these areas to Turkey.
The event will discuss how digital transformation and steps such as establishing an e-commerce site should be carried out quickly. Participants will be provided with comprehensive insights on marketing strategies, e-export support, logistics solutions, and digital transformation, and various visions will be introduced by leading figures in the sector.
Global Trends and Innovation at WOLDEF 2025
The global e-commerce market is expected to reach $4.8 trillion by 2025. This growth will further increase the importance of cross-border trade, while digital infrastructure solutions, especially e-export portals, will enable companies to operate more effectively in international markets. WORLDEF 2025 is guiding participants by offering comprehensive roadmaps and innovative ideas to show them how to turn this growth into an opportunity.
In addition, workshops will be held at the event on digital marketing, logistics events, and e-commerce consultancy. Participants will gain in-depth information on e-commerce software and e-commerce integrations. E-commerce software helps companies increase their success in digital commerce, while e-commerce integration makes companies' marketing, sales, and logistics processes more efficient.
Shopify Officially in Turkey for the First Time with WORLDEF
Shopify, the world's largest e-commerce platform, will officially take part in a large-scale event in the Turkish market for the first time through WORLDEF 2025, Türkiye's most comprehensive e-commerce event. Offering infrastructure to hundreds of thousands of brands globally, Shopify continues to be the choice of entrepreneurs worldwide with its user-friendly interface, strong integration options, and scalable structure.
This year, Shopify’s presence at the event that brought together big names on the WORLDEF stage is a strong indicator that the e-commerce vision in Türkiye has been brought to global standards. In addition, the fact that Shopify will be present in Turkey at such an event also signals to us that Shopify will take clear steps towards the Turkish market.
As one of Turkey’s leading Shopify agencies, we, the Byte team, are happy to be a part of this meeting. This great meeting, which will take place in Yenikapı, Istanbul, on May 15-16, offers an unmissable opportunity for everyone who wants to shape the future of digital commerce.
WORLDEF 2025 Participation and Registration
Early registration has started for those who want to participate in WORLDEF 2025. With this opportunity, you can access the most up-to-date information on topics such as setting up an e-commerce site and e-commerce consultancy, and meet professionals in the sector.
WORLDEF 2025 will be a remarkable organization among Istanbul e-commerce events.
The event holds an important place not only in Türkiye but also in the global e-commerce world. Participants will share their experiences in e-export and gain in-depth knowledge in important areas such as digital marketing and logistics. Every e-commerce professional who wants to catch up with new trends in e-commerce sites and digital infrastructure solutions will find important opportunities in this event.