Hosted by Japan's largest Web3 media CoinPost, WebX 2025 will be grandly held at the Prince Park Tower Tokyo from August 25 to 26. As one of the most influential Web3 conferences in Asia, WebX 2025 is expected to attract over 1,000 companies, more than 150 exhibitors, and over 150 Side Events, gathering top experts and innovators from the global blockchain, crypto assets, and cutting-edge technology fields. This conference provides a platform for Web3 practitioners, investors, and businesses to engage deeply with global industry leaders, helping Web3 projects integrate into the global market and seize industry opportunities in stablecoins, RWA tokenization, and more.

Star-studded Guest Lineup

• Arthur Hayes (Maelstrom CEO): Co-founder of BitMEX, will share investment opportunities in stablecoins and DeFi.
• Yoshitaka Kitao (Chairman and CEO of SBI Holdings): The leader of Asia's fintech giant SBI Group, whose Coincheck is one of Japan's largest digital asset exchanges, will discuss Web3 financial innovation and Sino-Japanese cooperation.
• Aya Miyaguchi (Chair of the Ethereum Foundation): Will share the latest developments in the Ethereum ecosystem, which is of significant reference value to the developer community.
• Mike Novogratz (CEO of Galaxy Digital): A leading figure in global crypto investment, will share strategies for RWA tokenization and global asset allocation, suitable for investor attention.
• Audrey Tang (Co-founder of Plurality, Taiwan's first Digital Minister): A well-known digital governance expert in the Chinese-speaking world, will share the application of Web3 in compliance and digital identity.
• Haseeb Qureshi (Managing Partner of Dragonfly): The head of the leading global crypto venture capital firm Dragonfly will provide investment insights for Web3 entrepreneurs.
• Yat Siu (Co-founder of Animoca Brands): Known for popular NFT projects like The Sandbox, will discuss the future of GameFi and the metaverse.
• Lin Han (CEO of Gate Group): As a compliant exchange in Japan, Gate.io will focus on sharing global trends in the Web3 trading ecosystem.
• Hayden Adams (Founder and CEO of Uniswap Labs): The founder of the well-known DeFi project Uniswap will share the latest developments in decentralized finance.

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In addition, representatives from the Japanese political sphere, such as Hiraga Masaki (Minister for Digital Affairs), Yuriko Koike (Governor of Tokyo), and Katsuyuki Katayama (Senator), will elaborate on Japan's support for Web3 from a policy perspective, providing guidance for global crypto projects entering the Japanese market.

Conference Highlights Preview

WebX 2025 spans two days and features five major stages: BitLending Stage, UPCX Stage, Bitcoin.jp Stage, UXLINK Pitch stage, and Fireside Chat Stage. The agenda closely follows current hot topics in cryptocurrency, including stablecoins, RWA, the integration of AI and Web3, and the development of the BTC ecosystem.

Here are some highlights from the agenda; for more details and updates, please check the full conference schedule:

August 25 (Day 1): Policy, Technology, and Market Insights

• Opening Ceremony and Main Forum (BitLending Stage, 09:00-12:15)
• Market Insights: Opening speech by BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes, sharing trends in the crypto market and investment strategies, analyzing global opportunities in DeFi and stablecoins, which are of great interest to investors.
• SBI Group Keynote Speech: Yoshitaka Kitao, Chairman of SBI Holdings, will discuss how Web3 is reshaping the Asian financial ecosystem, combined with prospects for Sino-Japanese financial cooperation.
• Special Dialogue: Media and Financial Revolution: Yoshitaka Kitao will discuss the future integration of information and currency with renowned Japanese entrepreneur Takafumi Horie and CoinPost CEO Takahito Kagami, providing cross-border perspectives for investors.
• Stablecoins and Regulation (BitLending Stage, 12:20-13:05)
• The theme "Fragmentation, Regulation, and Interoperability in the Global Stablecoin Race" led by Nischint Sanghavi, Head of Digital Currency at VISA Asia Pacific, Yam Ki Chan, Vice President of Circle Asia Pacific, and Emily Parker, Senior Strategic Advisor at Coincheck, will explore how stablecoins connect traditional finance and Web3, suitable for businesses focusing on global payment trends.
• DeFi Ecosystem and Privacy (BitLending Stage, 17:35-18:15)
• Andrea Baglioni, Head of Capital at the Solana Foundation, and Charles Lu, Co-founder of Espresso Systems, will share the latest advancements in DeFi regarding scalability, privacy, and growth, providing technical insights for DeFi developers.
• Web3 Finance and Security (UPCX Stage, 11:05-12:30)
• Institutional Adoption of Web3: Nobutake Suzuki, President of MUFG Innovation Partners, Eugene Cheung, Chief Business Officer of OSL Group, and Stephen Richardson, Chief Strategy Officer of Fireblocks, will discuss how finance, security, and regulation drive the institutionalization of Web3.
• Cybercrime and Law Enforcement Cooperation: Audrey Tang, a pioneer in digital governance in Taiwan, Sungyong Kang, a financial crime expert from Interpol, and Chengyi Ong, Head of Public Policy at Chainalysis Asia Pacific, will share how to combat financial crime in Web3.
• Bitcoin as a Store of Value (Bitcoin.jp Stage, 10:20-11:00)
• Kenji Tateiwa, Founder of Agile Energy X, and Yoshinori Tatsumi, Director of Digital Goods at Mitsui & Co., will discuss the rise of Bitcoin as a global store of value, suitable for investors interested in Bitcoin.

August 26 (Day 2): RWA Tokenization and AI-Driven Future

• Financial Innovation Dialogue (UPCX Stage, 09:05-09:45)
• Oki Matsumoto, Chairman of Monex Group, and Mike Novogratz, CEO of Galaxy Digital, will engage in a special dialogue discussing how RWA tokenization can unlock trillions in liquidity, attracting investors focused on global asset allocation.
• Frontiers of RWA Tokenization (UPCX Stage, 09:50-12:05)
• Tokenization of Real Assets: Shuhei Ochiai, General Manager of Toyota Blockchain Lab, and Norbert Gehrke, representative of the Tokyo Fintech Association, will share the technology and application prospects of RWA tokenization.
• Institutional Blueprint: Arthur Breitman, Co-founder of Tezos, Niki Ariyasinghe, Head of Business Development at Chainlink Asia Pacific, and Kaya Kanamori, Chief Fintech Strategist at Sony Bank, will discuss the institutional pathways for RWA tokenization, suitable for businesses focusing on financial innovation.
• GameFi and Community Governance (UPCX Stage, 17:50-18:30)
• Yat Siu, Co-founder of Animoca Brands, and Sebastien Borget, Co-founder of The Sandbox, will share experiences in token economics and community governance within the GameFi ecosystem, resonating with the enthusiasm for NFTs and blockchain games.
• AI + Crypto (BitLending Stage, 17:35-18:15)
• Laurence Moroney, AI Director at Arm, Shaw Walters, Founder of Eliza Labs, and Michael, CEO of 0G Labs, will discuss how AI and Web3 can build a decentralized intelligent future, providing cutting-edge insights for technology developers.
• Bitcoin Ecosystem and Investment (BitLending Stage, 15:15-16:00)
• Lin Han, CEO of Gate Group, Yuzo Kano, CEO of bitFlyer, and Joe, Head of Business Development at Backpack, will discuss "Is Bitcoin a Bubble? The Crossroads of Tradition and Innovation," providing investors with strategies for crypto asset allocation.
• Uniswap and DeFi (Bitcoin.jp Stage, 09:55-10:15)
• Hayden Adams, Founder of Uniswap Labs, will engage in a fireside chat, sharing global trends and technological breakthroughs in DeFi.
• Closing Ceremony (BitLending Stage, 18:20-18:35)
• Yuriko Koike, Governor of Tokyo, will deliver the closing speech, looking ahead to the future direction of Japan's Web3 policies, providing guidance for projects entering the Japanese market.

Concurrent Event: WebX Fintech EXPO powered by SBI Group (Osaka Opening)

On August 22, the "WebX Fintech EXPO powered by SBI Group", jointly planned and operated by Japan's largest financial group SBI Group and Japan's largest Web3 media CoinPost, will be grandly held near the Osaka Expo site. This event focuses on the next generation of financial markets, providing an excellent opportunity for fintech companies to participate early.

Fintech EXPO Official Website: https://2025.webx-asia.com/osaka/

About WebX

WebX, hosted by Japan's largest Web3 media CoinPost, is one of the largest Web3 events in Asia, dedicated to connecting the global Web3 ecosystem and promoting the integration of technology and business.

2025 marks the third year of WebX, supporting global Web3 innovators in co-creating the future.

How to Participate in WebX and Exclusive Benefits

WebX 2025 offers various ticket types, including Booth Pass ($69 and up), Business Pass ($149 and up), and VIP tickets, catering to different participation needs. Ticket purchasers can enjoy rights such as access to the main forum, exhibition area, business negotiations, and exclusive VIP events.

Whether seeking business opportunities, insights into industry trends, or expanding global connections, WebX 2025 and WebX Fintech EXPO will be unmissable events.

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