July 25Registration: 8:00 AM / Program: 9:30 AM (Global Stage) / Finish: 6:00 PM
July 26Registration: 8:00 AM / Program: 9:00 AM (Global Stage) / Finish: 6:00 PM
All Stages
Global Stage
Japan Stage
Spotlight Stage
Pitch Stage
All Days
July 25
July 26
7/25
9:30AM - 9:35AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX
CoinPost's inaugural conference will showcase Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for two days of insights and intel from policymakers, founders, builders, and investors.
7/25
9:35AM - 9:45AM
(10min)
Opening Remarks From Chairman of the LDP Policy Research Council
Hear from the official leading the Liberal Democratic Party's Web3 efforts.
7/25
9:45AM - 9:50AM
(5min)
🎥 Video Address From Prime Minister Fumio Kishida
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida delivers a video address about innovation in Japan and the government's recent Web3 push.
7/25
10:00AM - 10:15AM
(15min)
Influencer Marketing Re-Imagined With Data and AI
7/25
10:00AM - 10:30AM
(30min)
The Web3 Marketing and Wallet Solutions the Household Names Use
7/25
10:10AM - 10:15AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX
CoinPost's inaugural conference will showcase Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for two days of insights and intel from policymakers, founders, builders, and investors.
7/25
10:10AM - 10:30AM
(20min)
First Web3, Now AI: How Nations Can Keep Up With Emerging Tech
As crypto hibernates, AI has emerged from a winter of its own to become the latest technology to transfix industry and government leaders alike. Rep. Akihisa Shiozaki knows all too well that Japan must master both technologies to cement itself as the world's leading innovator. Hear him speak with Salesforce's Marc Mathieu about the future of Web3 and AI in Japan and beyond.
7/25
10:15AM - 10:35AM
(20min)
The Blockchain Games: Breaking Down the Boundaries of the Games
Blockchain can break down the barriers between games, which have existed independently like islands until now. Each game's economy will be connected with other games' economies, and the real-life economy as well. WEMIX PLAY, the no. 1 global blockchain game platform, can make this inter-game play and inter-game economy a reality.
7/25
10:20AM - 10:35AM
(15min)
NFTs in a Decarbonized Society: The Role of capture.x
7/25
10:30AM - 10:50AM
(20min)
Fireside With Yuga Labs and Ministry of Economy, Trade & Industry
Yuga Labs' CEO speaks with the deputy director of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's Web3.0 Policy Office.
7/25
10:30AM - 11:00AM
(30min)
Japan as a Web3 Hub? Public and Private Sector Perspectives
MODERATOR
Noriyuki Hirosue
bitbank
CEO
Masaaki Taira
Liberal Democratic Party
Head, Project Team on Web3, LDP
Shimpei Ago
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
Director-General for Startup Policy
Mamoru Yanase
Financial Services Agency of Japan
Deputy Director-General, Strategy Development and Management Bureau
7/25
10:35AM - 11:05AM
(30min)
Are Web3 Games Fun Yet?
To date, Web3 games have been... lackluster. But be patient, gamers, the developers behind these titles are making headway, not only in your ability to own and control in-game assets, but also on the core feature of any successful game: is it fun?
7/25
10:40AM - 10:55AM
(15min)
Pitch: Kyuzan
7/25
10:50AM - 11:00AM
(10min)
Where Japan Stands in the Global Race to Regulate Crypto
Several jurisdictions are jockeying to become Asia's preeminent crypto hub. Japan, Hong Kong, and Singapore all see opportunity as U.S. regulators push crypto overseas. Emily Parker, CoinDesk's APAC specialist, offers a deep dive on how Japan is courting the industry.
7/25
11:00AM - 11:15AM
(15min)
7/25
11:00AM - 11:30AM
(30min)
Not Just Gary: How Global Regulators Are Tackling CeFi
Gary Gensler's SEC has been dominating the headlines with its steady offensive against crypto's biggest names. But the U.S. is not the only game in town. Join this panel of experts as they assess the global regulatory landscape for exchanges, onramps, and stablecoin issuers – from MiCA in Europe to the licensing race in Asia.
7/25
11:00AM - 11:30AM
(30min)
Will Japan Really Change Crypto Taxes? Investors Weigh In
7/25
11:05AM - 11:20AM
(15min)
How Account Abstraction Breaks Down Web3's Barriers to Entry
On-chain onboarding is a tall task for new users. Seed phrases are daunting. Initial gas fees can be a burden. There's certainly room for improvement. That's why many builders see account abstraction as a massive level-up for exposing new users (and crypto veterans alike) to the benefits of on-chain experiences. Jake Stolarski, co-founder of the new L1 Nero, makes the case for why account abstraction is critical to crypto's future.
7/25
11:20AM - 11:35AM
(15min)
Secure Web3 Business Infrastructure With Peace of Mind
7/25
11:20AM - 11:45AM
(25min)
Gm?? What's Working in Web3 Fan Engagement
From sports to music, experiments with Web3 fan engagement are becoming more common. Some efforts have flourished while others have fallen flat. What's the common denominator for crypto-powered community building that actually works?
7/25
11:30AM - 11:45AM
(15min)
Outlook for Web3 Investment in a Regulated Era
A talk by HashKey Capital CEO Deng Chao.
7/25
11:30AM - 12:00PM
(30min)
Top Analysts on Where the Crypto Market Is Headed
7/25
11:40AM - 11:55AM
(15min)
Pitch: bitbank
7/25
11:45AM - 12:00PM
(15min)
Quantstamp on Web3 Security: The Epic Battle Against Evil
Since 2017, Quantstamp has audited many of the most critical projects in Web3, and encountered many interesting stories from the people that built these projects while trying to protect them. In Web3, truth is stranger than fiction, and the trials and tribulations of these projects behind the scenes could fill many novels. In this talk, Richard will cover these exciting stories and the epic battle against evil through a series of anime pictures and captions.
7/25
11:45AM - 12:10PM
(25min)
Clock Ticking: Can Regulators Finally Get DeFi Right?
With the passage of MiCA, European regulators punted on the hard stuff. CeFi players they could adequately keep in check, but on-chain finance presented a set of challenges that haven't been addressed yet. As conversations about DeFi regulation advance the world over, this panel of prominent crypto thinkers offers a path forward.
7/25
12:00PM - 12:15PM
(15min)
7/25
12:10PM - 12:25PM
(15min)
Mocaverse: How Animoca Is Using NFTs to Build Community
Animoca Brands is a global leader in building the digital asset ecosystem, and has launched its native PFP collection Mocaverse. The project aims to be the leading Web3 membership pass in culture and entertainment, while facilitating user growth and cross pollination in the Animoca ecosystem and beyond. This session will shed light on how the company approaches NFT community-building.
7/25
12:15PM - 1:15PM
(60min)
Does the World Even Need Bitcoin or Web3?
7/25
12:20PM - 12:35PM
(15min)
What Is GameTrade.market?
7/25
12:30PM - 12:50PM
(20min)
🎥 Fireside With Immutable's Robbie Ferguson
Immutable helped pioneer Web3 gaming with the card battler 'Gods Unchained' in 2018 and hasn't looked back. Today it continues to produce its own titles, but also contributes to the Immutable Platform, which lets other studios release blockchain-powered games. Co-founder and president Robbie Ferguson dials in live to discuss the latest trends its seeing from its partnership with Polygon Labs; why Asia is an ideal NFT hub; and the future of Web3 gaming with the noted analyst and consultant Dr. Serkan Toto.
7/25
12:40PM - 12:55PM
(15min)
Pitch: SMBC Nikko Securities
7/25
12:50PM - 1:15PM
(25min)
After Elon: Why We Need DeSoc More Than Ever
People are fleeing Twitter and the question is obvious: Can Web3 social seize its moment?
7/25
12:55PM - 1:10PM
(15min)
The Changing Macro Landscape: Old and New
The digital asset universe is rapidly expanding. Leading macroeconomic thinker Dan Tapiero, founder of 1Roundtable Partners and 10T Holdings, offers his assessment of where opportunity lies for savvy investors.
7/25
1:00PM - 1:15PM
(15min)
The Current Status and Importance of Crypto in Web3 Business
7/25
1:10PM - 1:30PM
(20min)
Look Inside the Liquidity Machine
Market makers keep the crypto world spinning. But despite being a core piece of market infrastructure, their role is often misunderstood. Watch these experts discuss opportunities and controversies emerging from crypto's global liquidity layer.
7/25
1:15PM - 1:40PM
(25min)
Whales, Sharks, Minnows: Does Retail Stand a Chance in Today's DeFi?
Sophisticated traders rule the roost in today's DeFi landscape. Is that a feature or a bug? Leaders from an array of DeFi protocols discuss where the sectors sits in 2023, and if another "DeFi Summer" is on the horizon.
7/25
1:15PM - 1:45PM
(30min)
The View From Japan: Latest Trends in Web3
7/25
1:30PM - 1:50PM
(20min)
Roger Ver Fireside: Web3 in Japan, Then and Now
Roger Ver has a habit of being early to things. He first bought bitcoin in 2011 and became its first major evangelist, dishing out sats to everyone he met. He famously intervened when the first crypto exchange Mt. Gox was collapsing in 2013. Hear Ver reflect on how far the space has come in a tumultuous decade-plus.
7/25
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
Mass Adoption of Web3 Experiences Leveraging NFTag
7/25
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
What Axelar's Interchain Token Standard Unlocks for Builders
The Interchain Token Service by Axelar is an easy-to-use token deployment suite, allowing projects to take their token interchain in just a few clicks. Learn how ITS fits into the global interop landscape and how Sushi is taking advantage of it to make an interoperable blockchain future possible.
7/25
1:50PM - 2:10PM
(20min)
Future of Money: Can CBDCs and Stablecoins Co-Exist?
State-issued vs. decentralized digital money could be the major clash of the coming decade. As regulators tighten the reins follow crypto's disastrous 2022, this panel of experts will tackle whether stablecoins will be allowed to exist in a world of where governments use CBDCs to steer the health of their national economies.
MODERATOR
Emily Parker
CoinDesk
Executive Director of Global Content
Ian Taylor
Crypto UK & KPMG
Board Advisor & Head of Digital & Crypto Assets
Masaki Bessho
Bank of Japan
Head of FinTech Center
Raagulan Pathy
Circle
VP of Asia Pacific
Paul Wong
Stellar Development Foundation
Director of Product, CBDCs and Institutions
7/25
1:55PM - 2:25PM
(30min)
ZK Fixes This: Solving Scaling, Privacy and More
It's the next frontier for blockchains: using so-called moon-math to preserve both privacy and the freedom to transact. These panelists are building services on the bleeding edge of blockchain tech that could change the way individuals and enterprises store, share and transmit their data.
7/25
2:00PM - 2:15PM
(15min)
How to Use Cryptocurrency for Real Business: The Case of Golf Courses
7/25
2:00PM - 3:00PM
(60min)
Achieving Sustainable Play-to-Earn: New Blockchain Game Announcement
Press Release
7/25
2:10PM - 2:35PM
(25min)
Tokenize All the Things: Why RWAs Are the Missing Link for Crypto Finance
Crypto's total market cap is merely a crumb when compared to the whole pie of traditional financial assets. Bringing some of those real-world assets on chain would bring efficiencies to TradFi, crypto adherents argue. Is that why everyone is talking about RWAs these days, or is something else at play?
7/25
2:20PM - 2:35PM
(15min)
7/25
2:40PM - 2:55PM
(15min)
Revolutionize Your Business Ecosystem With the Power of Blockchain: Efficiency, Transparency and Security
7/25
2:40PM - 3:00PM
(20min)
Why Hacks Keep Happening: What Auditors Can and Can't Do
DeFi hacks seem to happen on the daily. As users get rekt, builders get blamed. What's an auditor to do? With new technologies creating fresh attack vectors, hear the latest about the never-ending battle between hackers and security pros.
7/25
2:50PM - 3:05PM
(15min)
🎥 Fireside With Binance's Richard Teng
Binance has a new second in command: Richard Teng is seen by some as the heir apparent to CZ's crypto empire. What's his vision for the largest crypto exchange in the world?
7/25
3:00PM - 3:15PM
(15min)
Pitch: MixMarvel
7/25
3:00PM - 3:20PM
(20min)
Stay Safe: Wallet Security From the Attacker Perspective
Multi-party computation (MPC) algorithms enable a new generation of Web3 wallets. This session will review commonly ignored threats related to MPC wallet implementations, so users of these products can stay safe while degen-ing.
7/25
3:00PM - 3:30PM
(30min)
7/25
3:05PM - 3:15PM
(10min)
Signs of Life? NFT Market Data in 2023
The reports of NFTs' death have been greatly exaggerated. While trading volumes are far from the lofty highs of 2021, NFTs have proven resilient despite stiff market headwinds. Nansen's Ingrid Sia takes a deep dive into the data to showcase emerging trends from the world of non-fungibles.
7/25
3:15PM - 3:45PM
(30min)
Why NFTs Really Are About the Frens You Made Along the Way
There's been speculation, fraud, and certainly over-promising within the NFT market. But at the end of the day, NFTs are about community. Artists are finding new paying audiences. Entrepreneurs are finding ways to incentivize more participation in their products. Brands are finding an engaged customer base. All with NFTs.
7/25
3:20PM - 3:35PM
(15min)
The Operating Protocol for dApps
7/25
3:20PM - 3:40PM
(20min)
Ordinals: Getting Started With Bitcoin NFTs
Join this immersive introduction to the exciting world of Bitcoin NFTs. Learn how to navigate the rapidly growing Ordinals ecosystem, including how to inscribe and trade on marketplaces with the Xverse wallet, empowering you to kickstart your journey into on-chain Bitcoin collectibles with confidence.
7/25
3:30PM - 3:45PM
(15min)
Announcement by Astar Network
7/25
3:40PM - 3:55PM
(15min)
How Opside's Custom zkRollup App-Chains Are Revolutionizing Scaling
7/25
3:40PM - 4:00PM
(20min)
How Ordinals and L2s Are Putting Bitcoin Back to Work
Bitcoin is back in the zeitgeist – largely for new experiments with building on the world's first blockchain. Ordinals, the inscription protocol akin to NFTs, kicked off a major wave of development earlier this year; now BRC-20s and scaling solutions are in the conversation as well.
7/25
3:45PM - 4:15PM
(30min)
Don't Ragequit: Web3 Gaming Is Just Getting Started
It's a common complaint: GameFi just isn't that fun. What will it take to bring Web3 gaming to the masses? Will it be the introduction of top-flight IP? More performant base layers? Better storytelling? This panel takes the pulse of the Web3 gaming world to discuss what's showing early promise.
7/25
4:00PM - 4:15PM
(15min)
Pitch: GASHO2.0
7/25
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
Why Entertainment Giants Are Entering the Metaverse
7/25
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
SUNTORY's Spirited Venture: Good Measure for Web3's Next Round
SUNTORY is raising the bar for Web3 with Good Measure, a Web3 startup looking to craft a global community that is diverse but nevertheless shares values. In this session, discover how SUNTORY is globally stirring up the digital space, using blockchain technology to connect people, build an ecosystem, and turn Japan's untapped potential into a round of innovation that aims to avoid the digital hangover of a Web2-centric approach.
7/25
4:15PM - 4:35PM
(20min)
STEPN and Square Enix: How Blockchains Level Up AR Gaming
STEPN's virtual shoes got people walking IRL. Hear the engage-to-earn pioneer chat with gaming giant Square Enix about what will drive the next wave of augmented-reality excitement.
7/25
4:20PM - 4:35PM
(15min)
Unleashing the Power of Web3.0: Exploring Revolutionary Solutions With ChainUp
7/25
4:30PM - 5:00PM
(30min)
How Web3, AI, and the Metaverse Will Revolutionize Global Infrastructure
7/25
4:30PM - 5:00PM
(30min)
How to Invest Like a Goldman Sachs Trader
7/25
4:40PM - 4:55PM
(15min)
The Largest Film Festival In Asia Meets Web3: Maximizing The Value Of Creators
7/25
4:50PM - 5:10PM
(20min)
Ripple's David Schwartz on Why XRP Ledger Is Ready-Made for RWAs
The Ripple Labs CTO looks to the future of the XRP Ledger, weighing the pros and cons of tokenized carbon credits, real estate, financial services, and the role of CBDCs.
7/25
5:00PM - 5:15PM
(15min)
🎥 Video Address From Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura
7/25
5:00PM - 5:15PM
(15min)
Web3 Accessibility Redefined
7/25
5:10PM - 5:25PM
(15min)
RWAs: How TRON Is Approaching Crypto's Most Coveted Prize
Major blockchain projects are rushing to tokenize real-world assets, a staggeringly large market opportunity that few have successfully tapped into yet. In this keynote, founder Justin Sun explains why this is TRON's "RWA Summer."
7/25
5:15PM - 5:45PM
(30min)
Here's What's Wrong With Web3 in Japan
7/25
5:20PM - 5:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Hyperledger Foundation
7/25
5:25PM - 5:40PM
(15min)
Fireside With Tron's Justin Sun
Tron founder Justin Sun sits down with Itai Elizur of MarketAcross.
7/25
5:30PM - 6:00PM
(30min)
What Employers Want: Best Crypto Career Skills
MODERATOR
Jumpei Miwa
Fintech Association of Japan
Director
Hosho Karasawa
Accenture
Managing Director, Lead of web3
Hiroki Akahoshi
Deloitte Tohmatsu Consulting LLC
Smart Finance/Blockchain/Partner
Kuniyoshi Mabuchi
PwC Consulting / Japan Blockchain Week
Partner / Director
Kenji Hoki
KPMG Japan
Head of Web3.0 Promotion Support Division / Director, Financial Services
7/25
5:40PM - 5:55PM
(15min)
How AI Transforms Web2 and Web3
7/25
5:40PM - 6:00PM
(20min)
🎥 Fireside With FTX Japan's Seth Melamed
While the bankruptcy process continues to plague other parts of SBF's collapsed crypto empire, FTX Japan was able to rapidly pay out its customers. How did the local outpost survive crypto's most catastrophic implosion in years? Seth Melamed, the COO of FTX Japan, joins CoinPost's Bradley Loewen to explain why it's a positive story of regulation in action.
7/25
6:00PM - 6:05PM
(5min)
See You Tomorrow at WebX
Thanks for joining Day 1 of WebX. Tell us what your favorite thing was by tweeting with the hashtag #WebX or tagging us at @WebX_Asia.
7/25
6:00PM - 6:30PM
(30min)
Fireside: Exploring the Future of Enterprise Web3
In this fireside, representatives from Hitachi and Fujitsu, founding members of Hyperledger Foundation, come together to introduce uses case of enterprise blockchain in Japan that will be part of Web3, and explore the potential of various open source projects and their transformative impact on business landscapes in Japan and beyond.
7/26
9:00AM - 9:05AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX Day 2
Day 2 will conclude CoinPost's inaugural conference on Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for insights from founders, builders, investors, and even a robot. 👀
7/26
9:05AM - 9:20AM
(15min)
LINE's Web3 Mass Adoption Strategy
Web2 giant LINE has a diverse and growing portfolio of Web3 services. Hear from LINE's longtime blockchain champion Woosuk Kim about how the companies aims to bring millions of new users on-chain.
7/26
9:15AM - 9:20AM
(5min)
Greeting by Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry
7/26
9:20AM - 9:40AM
(20min)
All the Ways AI and Blockchain Will Converge
Everyone's talking about AI! And it's either "AI will revolutionize everything" or "AI will destroy the world." Could the ethos behind Web3 help push the positive angle forward and hinder the negative sentiment of this powerful technology? Hear from this panel of people building with both technologies in mind.
7/26
9:30AM - 10:00AM
(30min)
7/26
9:40AM - 9:45AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX Day 2
CoinPost's inaugural conference will showcase Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for two days of insights and intel from policymakers, founders, builders, and investors.
7/26
9:40AM - 9:55AM
(15min)
How Chiliz Is Changing the Game for Sports Fans and Brands
Discover how Web3 will change the game for sports brands and fans with Alexandre Dreyfus, founder and CEO of Chiliz, the company that is reshaping fan engagement across the global sports industry through Fan Tokens and the Socios.com app. Find out how Chiliz plans to step on the gas with its recently launched Layer 1 and how you can be a part of it.
7/26
9:40AM - 9:55AM
(15min)
From Shills to News - How We’ve Built The Biggest Crypto Newswire In The Market
7/26
9:45AM - 10:15AM
(30min)
Wallets, Payments, and More: What's Driving Mass Adoption in Asia
It's crypto's perennial question: How to unlock mass adoption? From payments to financial services and wallet design, these builders will share their insights on Asia's thriving crypto ecosystem.
7/26
9:55AM - 10:10AM
(15min)
Tokenization 2.0: Navigating the Next Wave of Disruption in Financial Markets and Asset Ownership
A talk by Fireblocks Head of APAC Stephen Richardson.
7/26
10:00AM - 10:15AM
(15min)
Food and Web3
7/26
10:00AM - 10:30AM
(30min)
What Stablecoin Legalization Means for Japan's Crypto and Finance Industries
法定通貨に価格が連動しつつブロックチェーンの特性を活用した資産であるステーブルコインが、2023年6月に施行された改正資金決済法にて、”電子決済手段”として日本国内で発行、流通を行えるよう整備されました。
本セッションでは「世界初のSC法制！ほんとにできる？」、「SCは〇〇Payを淘汰できるのか！？」、「SC発行の未来予想」という３つのトピックをテーマに、今回の法整備に第一線で携わられた登壇者達と共に、ステーブルコインを理解するためのポイントについてひも解きます。
7/26
10:10AM - 10:30AM
(20min)
🎥 Fireside With Uniswap's Hayden Adams
7/26
10:15AM - 10:30AM
(15min)
Asia: The Next Web3 Giant?
In this keynote, Shardeum Head of Operations Shahzad Nathani explains why the center of gravity in the crypto world has shifted to Asia.
7/26
10:20AM - 10:35AM
(15min)
Phygital and Web3 Retail
7/26
10:30AM - 11:00AM
(30min)
What is the Key to Mass Adoption of Web3?
7/26
10:40AM - 10:55AM
(15min)
7/26
10:45AM - 11:05AM
(20min)
LayerZero: The De Facto Standard for Cross-Chain Messaging
Blockchain interoperability enables omnichain applications to leverage the unique strengths of different blockchains, unlocking innovative functionality. LayerZero, with its guiding principles and intentional product design, has emerged as the de facto cross-chain messaging protocol for applications seeking to transmit data seamlessly between multiple chains.
7/26
11:00AM - 11:15AM
(15min)
Web3 & AI: Empowering Your Business
7/26
11:00AM - 11:15AM
(15min)
Where Linea by ConsenSys Fits in the L2 Landscape
The newly launched Linea, a zkEVM rollup from Ethereum venture studio ConsenSys, joins a growing roster of scaling networks. As L2s surge in popularity, ConsenSys Product Marketing Lead Cathy Livne explains how Linea, with its zero-knowledge technology, will stand out.
7/26
11:00AM - 11:30AM
(30min)
7/26
11:05AM - 11:35AM
(30min)
No More Bridges: Is the Interop Age Finally Upon Us?
Interoperability promises to unlock a seamless and secure Web3 user experience. But how we get there isn't a settled question. This panel is working on technologies that could power a bridge-free future.
7/26
11:15AM - 11:50AM
(35min)
Staying Warm: L1s Getting Creative in Winter
The heady days of Alt L1 Szn are long in the rearview, but that hasn't stopped projects from shipping meaningful updates. These communities are still here. While the tourists are away, hear how various base-layer builders are prepping for the next wave of mainstream adoption.
7/26
11:20AM - 11:35AM
(15min)
7/26
11:30AM - 12:00PM
(30min)
Japan's National Web3 Strategy: What Do the Next 5 Years Hold?
7/26
11:35AM - 11:45AM
(10min)
Enterprise Use Cases, Not Enterprise Blockchains: Private Applications on Public Chains
EY's blockchain lead has been in the space long enough to remember the "blockchain, not bitcoin" era, when corporations were terrified to be associated with public blockchains like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Today, we see the enterprise building applications on the tech they were once so skeptical of. Paul Brody explains how that shift happened and what's next.
7/26
11:40AM - 11:55AM
(15min)
Pitch: NUNW
7/26
11:45AM - 12:15PM
(30min)
Enterprise Is Back: Corporations That Finally Get Web3
Enterprises have been exploring blockchain for years now. But finally, we're seeing a handful of companies that really get it. From the technology to the culture, these corporations are really vibing with Web3.
7/26
11:50AM - 12:10PM
(20min)
Not Just Theatre: How EOS Got Rid of Block.One
The EOS coin offering was one the largest ever, raising over $4 billion in 2018. Yet today, the EOS ecosystem has turned on original developer Block.One, and thrown its weight behind a new foundation to steward its future. We'll discuss this fascinating, and high-stakes, example of governance in action with EOS Network Foundation head Yves La Rose, and tease out insights that other decentralized networks might glean from the episode.
7/26
12:00PM - 12:15PM
(15min)
Challenges and Solutions for Private Key Management in Web3 Business
7/26
12:20PM - 12:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Horizon
7/26
12:30PM - 1:30PM
(60min)
7/26
12:40PM - 12:55PM
(15min)
Participatory Social Contribution Content Development Utilizing “Electric Power Assets”
7/26
12:40PM - 1:10PM
(30min)
Battle-Tested in a Bear: Funding Future Winners
It's brutal out there: crypto venture funding has dropped for five straight quarters. But our seasoned investor panel is going to tell us what they did to survive this winter so far, and whether they see green shoots coming to break the deep freeze.
7/26
12:45PM - 1:10PM
(25min)
Rest of the World: How VCs Are Deploying Capital Outside the US
As Gary has shown us, the US isn't the only game in town. From regulatory regimes to user behavior, there is an abundance of investable projects in markets around the globe. Our panel of global venture capitalists will take you through their strategies for putting money to work.
7/26
1:00PM - 1:20PM
(20min)
Kabosu (Doge) Time!
7/26
1:10PM - 1:40PM
(30min)
From DeFi to Infra: VCs Investing in the Fun (and Not So Fun) Stuff
In the midst of a crypto venture funding deep freeze, there are still deals to be done. We ask our global panel of investors what trends they're seeing, and where they're deploying capital: is it yet more dev tools and middleware plays? Or are there fun, "degen" apps that might spark the next big swing in retail adoption? We'll find out.
7/26
1:10PM - 1:40PM
(30min)
ReFi and DeSci: Can Degens Save the Planet?
Regenerative finance (ReFi) is all about converting our greedy impulses into positive change. The goal is a noble one: fighting the degradation of Earth's natural resources. While crypto often gets a bad rap for its climate costs, this panel will explore the latest ways that Web3 can be used to save the planet.
7/26
1:30PM - 2:00PM
(30min)
How Web3 Connects Fans With IP
7/26
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
Pitch: JPYC
7/26
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
Simplifying Crypto With Universal Smart Contracts
Crypto has paradoxically created complex, isolated networks. ZetaChain's universal smart contracts simplify how you manage, interact, and develop with all crypto, including Bitcoin – in one place.
7/26
1:55PM - 2:10PM
(15min)
Creating a Robot Personality for a New Era of Ethical AI
SingularityNET is a decentralized marketplace for artificial intelligence. Combining two of the hottest technologies – AI and blockchain – the company is highlighting its work through Desi, a robot musician and poet tutored by a cutting-edge artist. This robot rocks!
7/26
1:55PM - 2:15PM
(20min)
Myth Busters: The Crypto Edition
2022 was a tumultuous year for cryptocurrency that caused chaos, yet the cryptocurrency ecosystem has proven to be remarkably resilient. But bad news always leads, and when crypto scandals rise to the fore, so too do long-held myths about digital currency. Now, as the industry looks to rebuild trust, it’s especially important to set the record straight. While there are certainly risks and valid concerns, blockchain technology has enormous potential to democratize finance, increase economic transparency, reduce costs of doing business, and spur innovation. In this session, Hayato Shigekawa, Advisory Solutions Architect from Chainalysis dispels some misconceptions and tackles myths related to cryptocurrency’s safety, legitimacy, viability, and scalability.
7/26
2:00PM - 2:15PM
(15min)
Another self, a new world fascinated by digital humans
7/26
2:00PM - 2:30PM
(30min)
The Bleeding Edge: Life-Changing Technologies in 2023
7/26
2:10PM - 2:30PM
(20min)
The Secret to DAO Governance and Growth
MakerDAO's founder speaks on the Endgame Governance Overhaul and looks at the ways it enables greater participation through gamification, user-friendly AI tools, and parallelized growth.
7/26
2:20PM - 2:35PM
(15min)
7/26
2:30PM - 2:45PM
(15min)
Global Digital Asset Regulation: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Dante Disparte, Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Global Policy at stablecoin issuer Circle, surveys the evolving regulatory landscape and offers a candid assessment of what's working and what's not. Which country is finding the sweet spot when it comes to common-sense regulation that fosters innovation while protecting customers and investors? Watch this keynote to find out.
7/26
2:40PM - 2:55PM
(15min)
Meet & Greeting & Our thoughts & Japan
7/26
2:45PM - 3:00PM
(15min)
7/26
2:45PM - 3:15PM
(30min)
How to Build Successfully in Japan
There's new interest from the crypto ecosystem in the Japanese market as government leaders in the country move to bolster the technology within its borders. But there are still unique challenges that have stymied even the biggest brands, from Gemini to Coinbase. Hear from ecosystem builders and operators with a deep knowledge of Japan on what works and what doesn't.
7/26
2:45PM - 3:15PM
(30min)
Japan's Biggest Banks on the Era of Digital Finance
MODERATOR
Masakazu Masujima
Mori Hamada & Matsumoto
Partner
Tatsuya Saito
MUFG Bank / Progmat
VP of Product / CEO
Hiromitsu Shimoirisa
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc.
Deputy General Manager
Kazuhiko Tajimi
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc.
Digital Innovation Department/Social Solution Team/Assistant General Manager
7/26
3:00PM - 3:15PM
(15min)
Paima Enables Autonomous Worlds Through NFT Games
7/26
3:00PM - 3:30PM
(30min)
Beyond Speculation: What's Fueling Web3 Mass Adoption
"Number go up" is a favorite meme in crypto. But our fascination with price obscures what's really novel about crypto: the ethos, technology, and real-world impact of distributed systems. Hear from these Web3 pros about building – and investing – in things that matter.
7/26
3:15PM - 3:30PM
(15min)
Keynote by Sui
A talk by Evan Cheng, the co-founder and CEO of Mysten Labs.
7/26
3:15PM - 3:45PM
(30min)
The Tech and Regulations Behind Security Token Offerings
MODERATOR
Go Masuda
Japan Security Token Association
Chairman
Eiji Kobayashi
Securitize Japan K.K.
Country Head
Haruo Narimoto
TMI Associates
Partner
Kimio Mikazuki
Osaka Digital Exchange Co., Ltd.
Representative Director & President
Kaoru Numata
Nomura Holdings, Inc.
Senior Managing Director, Digital Company
7/26
3:20PM - 3:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Algorand
7/26
3:30PM - 3:45PM
(15min)
Keynote by CyberConnect
7/26
3:40PM - 3:55PM
(15min)
Pitch: NEAR Foundation
7/26
3:45PM - 4:00PM
(15min)
Navigating the Web 3.0 Revolution With the Web3 Foundation
Over the past three years, the Web3 Foundation has been engaged in legal collaboration with the SEC, and now is initiating roundtable discussions with global regulators, beginning in Japan, to foster regulatory clarity and understanding in the evolving Web 3.0 landscape. CEO Bertrand Perez offers insights for fellow builders on how to engage with global policymakers.
7/26
3:45PM - 4:15PM
(30min)
7/26
4:00PM - 4:15PM
(15min)
7/26
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
In the Clouds: Why Web2 Keeps Building Web3 Infrastructure
Web2 is interested in Web3 in a variety of ways. One of the areas where Web2 businesses continue to see success is by providing infrastructure to the new and burgeoning blockchain sector. Hear from this panel of Web2 giants about their work in this area.
7/26
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
How to Launch a Web3 Business
7/26
4:20PM - 4:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Slash
7/26
4:30PM - 5:00PM
(30min)
Are Sustainable Tokenomics Even Possible in Blockchain Gaming?
7/26
4:30PM - 7:30PM
(180min)
PROJECT XENO Fan Meetup
7/26
4:40PM - 4:55PM
(15min)
Investment Overview into Crypto Startups
7/26
4:45PM - 5:15PM
(30min)
Why Big Brands Are Bullish on NFTs
The next big thing will start out looking like a toy, says a16z's Chris Dixon. That seems true for NFTs. They started out as fun collectibles for crypto-natives, but have since become the main portal for big brands exploring Web3. Our panel is working at the forefront of how brands that are household names get into Web3.
7/26
5:00PM - 5:15PM
(15min)
Road to building a fantasy Metaverse
7/26
5:00PM - 5:30PM
(30min)
The Potential of DAOs to Build Community in Japan
7/26
5:15PM - 5:30PM
(15min)
Web3 Cinema Announcement
7/26
5:30PM - 5:35PM
(5min)
Goodbye WebX
Thanks for joining us for two full days of insightful and inspiring content at WebX. Tell us what you thought by tweeting with the hashtag #WebX or tagging us at @WebX_Asia.
7/26
5:30PM - 5:35PM
(5min)
Goodbye Day 2
Thanks for joining us on Day 2 of WebX. Tell us what your favorite thing was by tweeting with the hashtag #WebX or tagging us at @WebX_Asia.
7/26
5:35PM - 5:40PM
(5min)
Closing Remarks
7/25
9:30AM - 9:35AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX
CoinPost's inaugural conference will showcase Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for two days of insights and intel from policymakers, founders, builders, and investors.
7/25
9:35AM - 9:45AM
(10min)
Opening Remarks From Chairman of the LDP Policy Research Council
Hear from the official leading the Liberal Democratic Party's Web3 efforts.
7/25
9:45AM - 9:50AM
(5min)
🎥 Video Address From Prime Minister Fumio Kishida
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida delivers a video address about innovation in Japan and the government's recent Web3 push.
7/25
10:00AM - 10:15AM
(15min)
Influencer Marketing Re-Imagined With Data and AI
7/25
10:00AM - 10:30AM
(30min)
The Web3 Marketing and Wallet Solutions the Household Names Use
7/25
10:10AM - 10:15AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX
CoinPost's inaugural conference will showcase Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for two days of insights and intel from policymakers, founders, builders, and investors.
7/25
10:10AM - 10:30AM
(20min)
First Web3, Now AI: How Nations Can Keep Up With Emerging Tech
As crypto hibernates, AI has emerged from a winter of its own to become the latest technology to transfix industry and government leaders alike. Rep. Akihisa Shiozaki knows all too well that Japan must master both technologies to cement itself as the world's leading innovator. Hear him speak with Salesforce's Marc Mathieu about the future of Web3 and AI in Japan and beyond.
7/25
10:15AM - 10:35AM
(20min)
The Blockchain Games: Breaking Down the Boundaries of the Games
Blockchain can break down the barriers between games, which have existed independently like islands until now. Each game's economy will be connected with other games' economies, and the real-life economy as well. WEMIX PLAY, the no. 1 global blockchain game platform, can make this inter-game play and inter-game economy a reality.
7/25
10:20AM - 10:35AM
(15min)
NFTs in a Decarbonized Society: The Role of capture.x
7/25
10:30AM - 10:50AM
(20min)
Fireside With Yuga Labs and Ministry of Economy, Trade & Industry
Yuga Labs' CEO speaks with the deputy director of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's Web3.0 Policy Office.
7/25
10:30AM - 11:00AM
(30min)
Japan as a Web3 Hub? Public and Private Sector Perspectives
MODERATOR
Noriyuki Hirosue
bitbank
CEO
Masaaki Taira
Liberal Democratic Party
Head, Project Team on Web3, LDP
Shimpei Ago
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
Director-General for Startup Policy
Mamoru Yanase
Financial Services Agency of Japan
Deputy Director-General, Strategy Development and Management Bureau
7/25
10:35AM - 11:05AM
(30min)
Are Web3 Games Fun Yet?
To date, Web3 games have been... lackluster. But be patient, gamers, the developers behind these titles are making headway, not only in your ability to own and control in-game assets, but also on the core feature of any successful game: is it fun?
7/25
10:40AM - 10:55AM
(15min)
Pitch: Kyuzan
7/25
10:50AM - 11:00AM
(10min)
Where Japan Stands in the Global Race to Regulate Crypto
Several jurisdictions are jockeying to become Asia's preeminent crypto hub. Japan, Hong Kong, and Singapore all see opportunity as U.S. regulators push crypto overseas. Emily Parker, CoinDesk's APAC specialist, offers a deep dive on how Japan is courting the industry.
7/25
11:00AM - 11:15AM
(15min)
7/25
11:00AM - 11:30AM
(30min)
Not Just Gary: How Global Regulators Are Tackling CeFi
Gary Gensler's SEC has been dominating the headlines with its steady offensive against crypto's biggest names. But the U.S. is not the only game in town. Join this panel of experts as they assess the global regulatory landscape for exchanges, onramps, and stablecoin issuers – from MiCA in Europe to the licensing race in Asia.
7/25
11:00AM - 11:30AM
(30min)
Will Japan Really Change Crypto Taxes? Investors Weigh In
7/25
11:05AM - 11:20AM
(15min)
How Account Abstraction Breaks Down Web3's Barriers to Entry
On-chain onboarding is a tall task for new users. Seed phrases are daunting. Initial gas fees can be a burden. There's certainly room for improvement. That's why many builders see account abstraction as a massive level-up for exposing new users (and crypto veterans alike) to the benefits of on-chain experiences. Jake Stolarski, co-founder of the new L1 Nero, makes the case for why account abstraction is critical to crypto's future.
7/25
11:20AM - 11:35AM
(15min)
Secure Web3 Business Infrastructure With Peace of Mind
7/25
11:20AM - 11:45AM
(25min)
Gm?? What's Working in Web3 Fan Engagement
From sports to music, experiments with Web3 fan engagement are becoming more common. Some efforts have flourished while others have fallen flat. What's the common denominator for crypto-powered community building that actually works?
7/25
11:30AM - 11:45AM
(15min)
Outlook for Web3 Investment in a Regulated Era
A talk by HashKey Capital CEO Deng Chao.
7/25
11:30AM - 12:00PM
(30min)
Top Analysts on Where the Crypto Market Is Headed
7/25
11:40AM - 11:55AM
(15min)
Pitch: bitbank
7/25
11:45AM - 12:00PM
(15min)
Quantstamp on Web3 Security: The Epic Battle Against Evil
Since 2017, Quantstamp has audited many of the most critical projects in Web3, and encountered many interesting stories from the people that built these projects while trying to protect them. In Web3, truth is stranger than fiction, and the trials and tribulations of these projects behind the scenes could fill many novels. In this talk, Richard will cover these exciting stories and the epic battle against evil through a series of anime pictures and captions.
7/25
11:45AM - 12:10PM
(25min)
Clock Ticking: Can Regulators Finally Get DeFi Right?
With the passage of MiCA, European regulators punted on the hard stuff. CeFi players they could adequately keep in check, but on-chain finance presented a set of challenges that haven't been addressed yet. As conversations about DeFi regulation advance the world over, this panel of prominent crypto thinkers offers a path forward.
7/25
12:00PM - 12:15PM
(15min)
7/25
12:10PM - 12:25PM
(15min)
Mocaverse: How Animoca Is Using NFTs to Build Community
Animoca Brands is a global leader in building the digital asset ecosystem, and has launched its native PFP collection Mocaverse. The project aims to be the leading Web3 membership pass in culture and entertainment, while facilitating user growth and cross pollination in the Animoca ecosystem and beyond. This session will shed light on how the company approaches NFT community-building.
7/25
12:15PM - 1:15PM
(60min)
Does the World Even Need Bitcoin or Web3?
7/25
12:20PM - 12:35PM
(15min)
What Is GameTrade.market?
7/25
12:30PM - 12:50PM
(20min)
🎥 Fireside With Immutable's Robbie Ferguson
Immutable helped pioneer Web3 gaming with the card battler 'Gods Unchained' in 2018 and hasn't looked back. Today it continues to produce its own titles, but also contributes to the Immutable Platform, which lets other studios release blockchain-powered games. Co-founder and president Robbie Ferguson dials in live to discuss the latest trends its seeing from its partnership with Polygon Labs; why Asia is an ideal NFT hub; and the future of Web3 gaming with the noted analyst and consultant Dr. Serkan Toto.
7/25
12:40PM - 12:55PM
(15min)
Pitch: SMBC Nikko Securities
7/25
12:50PM - 1:15PM
(25min)
After Elon: Why We Need DeSoc More Than Ever
People are fleeing Twitter and the question is obvious: Can Web3 social seize its moment?
7/25
12:55PM - 1:10PM
(15min)
The Changing Macro Landscape: Old and New
The digital asset universe is rapidly expanding. Leading macroeconomic thinker Dan Tapiero, founder of 1Roundtable Partners and 10T Holdings, offers his assessment of where opportunity lies for savvy investors.
7/25
1:00PM - 1:15PM
(15min)
The Current Status and Importance of Crypto in Web3 Business
7/25
1:10PM - 1:30PM
(20min)
Look Inside the Liquidity Machine
Market makers keep the crypto world spinning. But despite being a core piece of market infrastructure, their role is often misunderstood. Watch these experts discuss opportunities and controversies emerging from crypto's global liquidity layer.
7/25
1:15PM - 1:40PM
(25min)
Whales, Sharks, Minnows: Does Retail Stand a Chance in Today's DeFi?
Sophisticated traders rule the roost in today's DeFi landscape. Is that a feature or a bug? Leaders from an array of DeFi protocols discuss where the sectors sits in 2023, and if another "DeFi Summer" is on the horizon.
7/25
1:15PM - 1:45PM
(30min)
The View From Japan: Latest Trends in Web3
7/25
1:30PM - 1:50PM
(20min)
Roger Ver Fireside: Web3 in Japan, Then and Now
Roger Ver has a habit of being early to things. He first bought bitcoin in 2011 and became its first major evangelist, dishing out sats to everyone he met. He famously intervened when the first crypto exchange Mt. Gox was collapsing in 2013. Hear Ver reflect on how far the space has come in a tumultuous decade-plus.
7/25
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
Mass Adoption of Web3 Experiences Leveraging NFTag
7/25
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
What Axelar's Interchain Token Standard Unlocks for Builders
The Interchain Token Service by Axelar is an easy-to-use token deployment suite, allowing projects to take their token interchain in just a few clicks. Learn how ITS fits into the global interop landscape and how Sushi is taking advantage of it to make an interoperable blockchain future possible.
7/25
1:50PM - 2:10PM
(20min)
Future of Money: Can CBDCs and Stablecoins Co-Exist?
State-issued vs. decentralized digital money could be the major clash of the coming decade. As regulators tighten the reins follow crypto's disastrous 2022, this panel of experts will tackle whether stablecoins will be allowed to exist in a world of where governments use CBDCs to steer the health of their national economies.
MODERATOR
Emily Parker
CoinDesk
Executive Director of Global Content
Ian Taylor
Crypto UK & KPMG
Board Advisor & Head of Digital & Crypto Assets
Masaki Bessho
Bank of Japan
Head of FinTech Center
Raagulan Pathy
Circle
VP of Asia Pacific
Paul Wong
Stellar Development Foundation
Director of Product, CBDCs and Institutions
7/25
1:55PM - 2:25PM
(30min)
ZK Fixes This: Solving Scaling, Privacy and More
It's the next frontier for blockchains: using so-called moon-math to preserve both privacy and the freedom to transact. These panelists are building services on the bleeding edge of blockchain tech that could change the way individuals and enterprises store, share and transmit their data.
7/25
2:00PM - 2:15PM
(15min)
How to Use Cryptocurrency for Real Business: The Case of Golf Courses
7/25
2:00PM - 3:00PM
(60min)
Achieving Sustainable Play-to-Earn: New Blockchain Game Announcement
Press Release
7/25
2:10PM - 2:35PM
(25min)
Tokenize All the Things: Why RWAs Are the Missing Link for Crypto Finance
Crypto's total market cap is merely a crumb when compared to the whole pie of traditional financial assets. Bringing some of those real-world assets on chain would bring efficiencies to TradFi, crypto adherents argue. Is that why everyone is talking about RWAs these days, or is something else at play?
7/25
2:20PM - 2:35PM
(15min)
7/25
2:40PM - 2:55PM
(15min)
Revolutionize Your Business Ecosystem With the Power of Blockchain: Efficiency, Transparency and Security
7/25
2:40PM - 3:00PM
(20min)
Why Hacks Keep Happening: What Auditors Can and Can't Do
DeFi hacks seem to happen on the daily. As users get rekt, builders get blamed. What's an auditor to do? With new technologies creating fresh attack vectors, hear the latest about the never-ending battle between hackers and security pros.
7/25
2:50PM - 3:05PM
(15min)
🎥 Fireside With Binance's Richard Teng
Binance has a new second in command: Richard Teng is seen by some as the heir apparent to CZ's crypto empire. What's his vision for the largest crypto exchange in the world?
7/25
3:00PM - 3:15PM
(15min)
Pitch: MixMarvel
7/25
3:00PM - 3:20PM
(20min)
Stay Safe: Wallet Security From the Attacker Perspective
Multi-party computation (MPC) algorithms enable a new generation of Web3 wallets. This session will review commonly ignored threats related to MPC wallet implementations, so users of these products can stay safe while degen-ing.
7/25
3:00PM - 3:30PM
(30min)
7/25
3:05PM - 3:15PM
(10min)
Signs of Life? NFT Market Data in 2023
The reports of NFTs' death have been greatly exaggerated. While trading volumes are far from the lofty highs of 2021, NFTs have proven resilient despite stiff market headwinds. Nansen's Ingrid Sia takes a deep dive into the data to showcase emerging trends from the world of non-fungibles.
7/25
3:15PM - 3:45PM
(30min)
Why NFTs Really Are About the Frens You Made Along the Way
There's been speculation, fraud, and certainly over-promising within the NFT market. But at the end of the day, NFTs are about community. Artists are finding new paying audiences. Entrepreneurs are finding ways to incentivize more participation in their products. Brands are finding an engaged customer base. All with NFTs.
7/25
3:20PM - 3:35PM
(15min)
The Operating Protocol for dApps
7/25
3:20PM - 3:40PM
(20min)
Ordinals: Getting Started With Bitcoin NFTs
Join this immersive introduction to the exciting world of Bitcoin NFTs. Learn how to navigate the rapidly growing Ordinals ecosystem, including how to inscribe and trade on marketplaces with the Xverse wallet, empowering you to kickstart your journey into on-chain Bitcoin collectibles with confidence.
7/25
3:30PM - 3:45PM
(15min)
Announcement by Astar Network
7/25
3:40PM - 3:55PM
(15min)
How Opside's Custom zkRollup App-Chains Are Revolutionizing Scaling
7/25
3:40PM - 4:00PM
(20min)
How Ordinals and L2s Are Putting Bitcoin Back to Work
Bitcoin is back in the zeitgeist – largely for new experiments with building on the world's first blockchain. Ordinals, the inscription protocol akin to NFTs, kicked off a major wave of development earlier this year; now BRC-20s and scaling solutions are in the conversation as well.
7/25
3:45PM - 4:15PM
(30min)
Don't Ragequit: Web3 Gaming Is Just Getting Started
It's a common complaint: GameFi just isn't that fun. What will it take to bring Web3 gaming to the masses? Will it be the introduction of top-flight IP? More performant base layers? Better storytelling? This panel takes the pulse of the Web3 gaming world to discuss what's showing early promise.
7/25
4:00PM - 4:15PM
(15min)
Pitch: GASHO2.0
7/25
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
Why Entertainment Giants Are Entering the Metaverse
7/25
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
SUNTORY's Spirited Venture: Good Measure for Web3's Next Round
SUNTORY is raising the bar for Web3 with Good Measure, a Web3 startup looking to craft a global community that is diverse but nevertheless shares values. In this session, discover how SUNTORY is globally stirring up the digital space, using blockchain technology to connect people, build an ecosystem, and turn Japan's untapped potential into a round of innovation that aims to avoid the digital hangover of a Web2-centric approach.
7/25
4:15PM - 4:35PM
(20min)
STEPN and Square Enix: How Blockchains Level Up AR Gaming
STEPN's virtual shoes got people walking IRL. Hear the engage-to-earn pioneer chat with gaming giant Square Enix about what will drive the next wave of augmented-reality excitement.
7/25
4:20PM - 4:35PM
(15min)
Unleashing the Power of Web3.0: Exploring Revolutionary Solutions With ChainUp
7/25
4:30PM - 5:00PM
(30min)
How Web3, AI, and the Metaverse Will Revolutionize Global Infrastructure
7/25
4:30PM - 5:00PM
(30min)
How to Invest Like a Goldman Sachs Trader
7/25
4:40PM - 4:55PM
(15min)
The Largest Film Festival In Asia Meets Web3: Maximizing The Value Of Creators
7/25
4:50PM - 5:10PM
(20min)
Ripple's David Schwartz on Why XRP Ledger Is Ready-Made for RWAs
The Ripple Labs CTO looks to the future of the XRP Ledger, weighing the pros and cons of tokenized carbon credits, real estate, financial services, and the role of CBDCs.
7/25
5:00PM - 5:15PM
(15min)
🎥 Video Address From Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura
7/25
5:00PM - 5:15PM
(15min)
Web3 Accessibility Redefined
7/25
5:10PM - 5:25PM
(15min)
RWAs: How TRON Is Approaching Crypto's Most Coveted Prize
Major blockchain projects are rushing to tokenize real-world assets, a staggeringly large market opportunity that few have successfully tapped into yet. In this keynote, founder Justin Sun explains why this is TRON's "RWA Summer."
7/25
5:15PM - 5:45PM
(30min)
Here's What's Wrong With Web3 in Japan
7/25
5:20PM - 5:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Hyperledger Foundation
7/25
5:25PM - 5:40PM
(15min)
Fireside With Tron's Justin Sun
Tron founder Justin Sun sits down with Itai Elizur of MarketAcross.
7/25
5:30PM - 6:00PM
(30min)
What Employers Want: Best Crypto Career Skills
MODERATOR
Jumpei Miwa
Fintech Association of Japan
Director
Hosho Karasawa
Accenture
Managing Director, Lead of web3
Hiroki Akahoshi
Deloitte Tohmatsu Consulting LLC
Smart Finance/Blockchain/Partner
Kuniyoshi Mabuchi
PwC Consulting / Japan Blockchain Week
Partner / Director
Kenji Hoki
KPMG Japan
Head of Web3.0 Promotion Support Division / Director, Financial Services
7/25
5:40PM - 5:55PM
(15min)
How AI Transforms Web2 and Web3
7/25
5:40PM - 6:00PM
(20min)
🎥 Fireside With FTX Japan's Seth Melamed
While the bankruptcy process continues to plague other parts of SBF's collapsed crypto empire, FTX Japan was able to rapidly pay out its customers. How did the local outpost survive crypto's most catastrophic implosion in years? Seth Melamed, the COO of FTX Japan, joins CoinPost's Bradley Loewen to explain why it's a positive story of regulation in action.
7/25
6:00PM - 6:05PM
(5min)
See You Tomorrow at WebX
Thanks for joining Day 1 of WebX. Tell us what your favorite thing was by tweeting with the hashtag #WebX or tagging us at @WebX_Asia.
7/25
6:00PM - 6:30PM
(30min)
Fireside: Exploring the Future of Enterprise Web3
In this fireside, representatives from Hitachi and Fujitsu, founding members of Hyperledger Foundation, come together to introduce uses case of enterprise blockchain in Japan that will be part of Web3, and explore the potential of various open source projects and their transformative impact on business landscapes in Japan and beyond.
7/26
9:00AM - 9:05AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX Day 2
Day 2 will conclude CoinPost's inaugural conference on Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for insights from founders, builders, investors, and even a robot. 👀
7/26
9:05AM - 9:20AM
(15min)
LINE's Web3 Mass Adoption Strategy
Web2 giant LINE has a diverse and growing portfolio of Web3 services. Hear from LINE's longtime blockchain champion Woosuk Kim about how the companies aims to bring millions of new users on-chain.
7/26
9:15AM - 9:20AM
(5min)
Greeting by Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry
7/26
9:20AM - 9:40AM
(20min)
All the Ways AI and Blockchain Will Converge
Everyone's talking about AI! And it's either "AI will revolutionize everything" or "AI will destroy the world." Could the ethos behind Web3 help push the positive angle forward and hinder the negative sentiment of this powerful technology? Hear from this panel of people building with both technologies in mind.
7/26
9:30AM - 10:00AM
(30min)
7/26
9:40AM - 9:45AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX Day 2
CoinPost's inaugural conference will showcase Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for two days of insights and intel from policymakers, founders, builders, and investors.
7/26
9:40AM - 9:55AM
(15min)
How Chiliz Is Changing the Game for Sports Fans and Brands
Discover how Web3 will change the game for sports brands and fans with Alexandre Dreyfus, founder and CEO of Chiliz, the company that is reshaping fan engagement across the global sports industry through Fan Tokens and the Socios.com app. Find out how Chiliz plans to step on the gas with its recently launched Layer 1 and how you can be a part of it.
7/26
9:40AM - 9:55AM
(15min)
From Shills to News - How We’ve Built The Biggest Crypto Newswire In The Market
7/26
9:45AM - 10:15AM
(30min)
Wallets, Payments, and More: What's Driving Mass Adoption in Asia
It's crypto's perennial question: How to unlock mass adoption? From payments to financial services and wallet design, these builders will share their insights on Asia's thriving crypto ecosystem.
7/26
9:55AM - 10:10AM
(15min)
Tokenization 2.0: Navigating the Next Wave of Disruption in Financial Markets and Asset Ownership
A talk by Fireblocks Head of APAC Stephen Richardson.
7/26
10:00AM - 10:15AM
(15min)
Food and Web3
7/26
10:00AM - 10:30AM
(30min)
What Stablecoin Legalization Means for Japan's Crypto and Finance Industries
法定通貨に価格が連動しつつブロックチェーンの特性を活用した資産であるステーブルコインが、2023年6月に施行された改正資金決済法にて、”電子決済手段”として日本国内で発行、流通を行えるよう整備されました。
本セッションでは「世界初のSC法制！ほんとにできる？」、「SCは〇〇Payを淘汰できるのか！？」、「SC発行の未来予想」という３つのトピックをテーマに、今回の法整備に第一線で携わられた登壇者達と共に、ステーブルコインを理解するためのポイントについてひも解きます。
7/26
10:10AM - 10:30AM
(20min)
🎥 Fireside With Uniswap's Hayden Adams
7/26
10:15AM - 10:30AM
(15min)
Asia: The Next Web3 Giant?
In this keynote, Shardeum Head of Operations Shahzad Nathani explains why the center of gravity in the crypto world has shifted to Asia.
7/26
10:20AM - 10:35AM
(15min)
Phygital and Web3 Retail
7/26
10:30AM - 11:00AM
(30min)
What is the Key to Mass Adoption of Web3?
7/26
10:40AM - 10:55AM
(15min)
7/26
10:45AM - 11:05AM
(20min)
LayerZero: The De Facto Standard for Cross-Chain Messaging
Blockchain interoperability enables omnichain applications to leverage the unique strengths of different blockchains, unlocking innovative functionality. LayerZero, with its guiding principles and intentional product design, has emerged as the de facto cross-chain messaging protocol for applications seeking to transmit data seamlessly between multiple chains.
7/26
11:00AM - 11:15AM
(15min)
Web3 & AI: Empowering Your Business
7/26
11:00AM - 11:15AM
(15min)
Where Linea by ConsenSys Fits in the L2 Landscape
The newly launched Linea, a zkEVM rollup from Ethereum venture studio ConsenSys, joins a growing roster of scaling networks. As L2s surge in popularity, ConsenSys Product Marketing Lead Cathy Livne explains how Linea, with its zero-knowledge technology, will stand out.
7/26
11:00AM - 11:30AM
(30min)
7/26
11:05AM - 11:35AM
(30min)
No More Bridges: Is the Interop Age Finally Upon Us?
Interoperability promises to unlock a seamless and secure Web3 user experience. But how we get there isn't a settled question. This panel is working on technologies that could power a bridge-free future.
7/26
11:15AM - 11:50AM
(35min)
Staying Warm: L1s Getting Creative in Winter
The heady days of Alt L1 Szn are long in the rearview, but that hasn't stopped projects from shipping meaningful updates. These communities are still here. While the tourists are away, hear how various base-layer builders are prepping for the next wave of mainstream adoption.
7/26
11:20AM - 11:35AM
(15min)
7/26
11:30AM - 12:00PM
(30min)
Japan's National Web3 Strategy: What Do the Next 5 Years Hold?
7/26
11:35AM - 11:45AM
(10min)
Enterprise Use Cases, Not Enterprise Blockchains: Private Applications on Public Chains
EY's blockchain lead has been in the space long enough to remember the "blockchain, not bitcoin" era, when corporations were terrified to be associated with public blockchains like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Today, we see the enterprise building applications on the tech they were once so skeptical of. Paul Brody explains how that shift happened and what's next.
7/26
11:40AM - 11:55AM
(15min)
Pitch: NUNW
7/26
11:45AM - 12:15PM
(30min)
Enterprise Is Back: Corporations That Finally Get Web3
Enterprises have been exploring blockchain for years now. But finally, we're seeing a handful of companies that really get it. From the technology to the culture, these corporations are really vibing with Web3.
7/26
11:50AM - 12:10PM
(20min)
Not Just Theatre: How EOS Got Rid of Block.One
The EOS coin offering was one the largest ever, raising over $4 billion in 2018. Yet today, the EOS ecosystem has turned on original developer Block.One, and thrown its weight behind a new foundation to steward its future. We'll discuss this fascinating, and high-stakes, example of governance in action with EOS Network Foundation head Yves La Rose, and tease out insights that other decentralized networks might glean from the episode.
7/26
12:00PM - 12:15PM
(15min)
Challenges and Solutions for Private Key Management in Web3 Business
7/26
12:20PM - 12:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Horizon
7/26
12:30PM - 1:30PM
(60min)
7/26
12:40PM - 12:55PM
(15min)
Participatory Social Contribution Content Development Utilizing “Electric Power Assets”
7/26
12:40PM - 1:10PM
(30min)
Battle-Tested in a Bear: Funding Future Winners
It's brutal out there: crypto venture funding has dropped for five straight quarters. But our seasoned investor panel is going to tell us what they did to survive this winter so far, and whether they see green shoots coming to break the deep freeze.
7/26
12:45PM - 1:10PM
(25min)
Rest of the World: How VCs Are Deploying Capital Outside the US
As Gary has shown us, the US isn't the only game in town. From regulatory regimes to user behavior, there is an abundance of investable projects in markets around the globe. Our panel of global venture capitalists will take you through their strategies for putting money to work.
7/26
1:00PM - 1:20PM
(20min)
Kabosu (Doge) Time!
7/26
1:10PM - 1:40PM
(30min)
From DeFi to Infra: VCs Investing in the Fun (and Not So Fun) Stuff
In the midst of a crypto venture funding deep freeze, there are still deals to be done. We ask our global panel of investors what trends they're seeing, and where they're deploying capital: is it yet more dev tools and middleware plays? Or are there fun, "degen" apps that might spark the next big swing in retail adoption? We'll find out.
7/26
1:10PM - 1:40PM
(30min)
ReFi and DeSci: Can Degens Save the Planet?
Regenerative finance (ReFi) is all about converting our greedy impulses into positive change. The goal is a noble one: fighting the degradation of Earth's natural resources. While crypto often gets a bad rap for its climate costs, this panel will explore the latest ways that Web3 can be used to save the planet.
7/26
1:30PM - 2:00PM
(30min)
How Web3 Connects Fans With IP
7/26
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
Pitch: JPYC
7/26
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
Simplifying Crypto With Universal Smart Contracts
Crypto has paradoxically created complex, isolated networks. ZetaChain's universal smart contracts simplify how you manage, interact, and develop with all crypto, including Bitcoin – in one place.
7/26
1:55PM - 2:10PM
(15min)
Creating a Robot Personality for a New Era of Ethical AI
SingularityNET is a decentralized marketplace for artificial intelligence. Combining two of the hottest technologies – AI and blockchain – the company is highlighting its work through Desi, a robot musician and poet tutored by a cutting-edge artist. This robot rocks!
7/26
1:55PM - 2:15PM
(20min)
Myth Busters: The Crypto Edition
2022 was a tumultuous year for cryptocurrency that caused chaos, yet the cryptocurrency ecosystem has proven to be remarkably resilient. But bad news always leads, and when crypto scandals rise to the fore, so too do long-held myths about digital currency. Now, as the industry looks to rebuild trust, it’s especially important to set the record straight. While there are certainly risks and valid concerns, blockchain technology has enormous potential to democratize finance, increase economic transparency, reduce costs of doing business, and spur innovation. In this session, Hayato Shigekawa, Advisory Solutions Architect from Chainalysis dispels some misconceptions and tackles myths related to cryptocurrency’s safety, legitimacy, viability, and scalability.
7/26
2:00PM - 2:15PM
(15min)
Another self, a new world fascinated by digital humans
7/26
2:00PM - 2:30PM
(30min)
The Bleeding Edge: Life-Changing Technologies in 2023
7/26
2:10PM - 2:30PM
(20min)
The Secret to DAO Governance and Growth
MakerDAO's founder speaks on the Endgame Governance Overhaul and looks at the ways it enables greater participation through gamification, user-friendly AI tools, and parallelized growth.
7/26
2:20PM - 2:35PM
(15min)
7/26
2:30PM - 2:45PM
(15min)
Global Digital Asset Regulation: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Dante Disparte, Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Global Policy at stablecoin issuer Circle, surveys the evolving regulatory landscape and offers a candid assessment of what's working and what's not. Which country is finding the sweet spot when it comes to common-sense regulation that fosters innovation while protecting customers and investors? Watch this keynote to find out.
7/26
2:40PM - 2:55PM
(15min)
Meet & Greeting & Our thoughts & Japan
7/26
2:45PM - 3:00PM
(15min)
7/26
2:45PM - 3:15PM
(30min)
How to Build Successfully in Japan
There's new interest from the crypto ecosystem in the Japanese market as government leaders in the country move to bolster the technology within its borders. But there are still unique challenges that have stymied even the biggest brands, from Gemini to Coinbase. Hear from ecosystem builders and operators with a deep knowledge of Japan on what works and what doesn't.
7/26
2:45PM - 3:15PM
(30min)
Japan's Biggest Banks on the Era of Digital Finance
MODERATOR
Masakazu Masujima
Mori Hamada & Matsumoto
Partner
Tatsuya Saito
MUFG Bank / Progmat
VP of Product / CEO
Hiromitsu Shimoirisa
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc.
Deputy General Manager
Kazuhiko Tajimi
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc.
Digital Innovation Department/Social Solution Team/Assistant General Manager
7/26
3:00PM - 3:15PM
(15min)
Paima Enables Autonomous Worlds Through NFT Games
7/26
3:00PM - 3:30PM
(30min)
Beyond Speculation: What's Fueling Web3 Mass Adoption
"Number go up" is a favorite meme in crypto. But our fascination with price obscures what's really novel about crypto: the ethos, technology, and real-world impact of distributed systems. Hear from these Web3 pros about building – and investing – in things that matter.
7/26
3:15PM - 3:30PM
(15min)
Keynote by Sui
A talk by Evan Cheng, the co-founder and CEO of Mysten Labs.
7/26
3:15PM - 3:45PM
(30min)
The Tech and Regulations Behind Security Token Offerings
MODERATOR
Go Masuda
Japan Security Token Association
Chairman
Eiji Kobayashi
Securitize Japan K.K.
Country Head
Haruo Narimoto
TMI Associates
Partner
Kimio Mikazuki
Osaka Digital Exchange Co., Ltd.
Representative Director & President
Kaoru Numata
Nomura Holdings, Inc.
Senior Managing Director, Digital Company
7/26
3:20PM - 3:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Algorand
7/26
3:30PM - 3:45PM
(15min)
Keynote by CyberConnect
7/26
3:40PM - 3:55PM
(15min)
Pitch: NEAR Foundation
7/26
3:45PM - 4:00PM
(15min)
Navigating the Web 3.0 Revolution With the Web3 Foundation
Over the past three years, the Web3 Foundation has been engaged in legal collaboration with the SEC, and now is initiating roundtable discussions with global regulators, beginning in Japan, to foster regulatory clarity and understanding in the evolving Web 3.0 landscape. CEO Bertrand Perez offers insights for fellow builders on how to engage with global policymakers.
7/26
3:45PM - 4:15PM
(30min)
7/26
4:00PM - 4:15PM
(15min)
7/26
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
In the Clouds: Why Web2 Keeps Building Web3 Infrastructure
Web2 is interested in Web3 in a variety of ways. One of the areas where Web2 businesses continue to see success is by providing infrastructure to the new and burgeoning blockchain sector. Hear from this panel of Web2 giants about their work in this area.
7/26
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
How to Launch a Web3 Business
7/26
4:20PM - 4:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Slash
7/26
4:30PM - 5:00PM
(30min)
Are Sustainable Tokenomics Even Possible in Blockchain Gaming?
7/26
4:30PM - 7:30PM
(180min)
PROJECT XENO Fan Meetup
7/26
4:40PM - 4:55PM
(15min)
Investment Overview into Crypto Startups
7/26
4:45PM - 5:15PM
(30min)
Why Big Brands Are Bullish on NFTs
The next big thing will start out looking like a toy, says a16z's Chris Dixon. That seems true for NFTs. They started out as fun collectibles for crypto-natives, but have since become the main portal for big brands exploring Web3. Our panel is working at the forefront of how brands that are household names get into Web3.
7/26
5:00PM - 5:15PM
(15min)
Road to building a fantasy Metaverse
7/26
5:00PM - 5:30PM
(30min)
The Potential of DAOs to Build Community in Japan
7/26
5:15PM - 5:30PM
(15min)
Web3 Cinema Announcement
7/26
5:30PM - 5:35PM
(5min)
Goodbye WebX
Thanks for joining us for two full days of insightful and inspiring content at WebX. Tell us what you thought by tweeting with the hashtag #WebX or tagging us at @WebX_Asia.
7/26
5:30PM - 5:35PM
(5min)
Goodbye Day 2
Thanks for joining us on Day 2 of WebX. Tell us what your favorite thing was by tweeting with the hashtag #WebX or tagging us at @WebX_Asia.
7/26
5:35PM - 5:40PM
(5min)
Closing Remarks
7/25
10:00AM - 10:15AM
(15min)
Influencer Marketing Re-Imagined With Data and AI
7/25
10:20AM - 10:35AM
(15min)
NFTs in a Decarbonized Society: The Role of capture.x
7/25
10:40AM - 10:55AM
(15min)
Pitch: Kyuzan
7/25
11:00AM - 11:15AM
(15min)
7/25
11:20AM - 11:35AM
(15min)
Secure Web3 Business Infrastructure With Peace of Mind
7/25
11:40AM - 11:55AM
(15min)
Pitch: bitbank
7/25
12:00PM - 12:15PM
(15min)
7/25
12:20PM - 12:35PM
(15min)
What Is GameTrade.market?
7/25
12:40PM - 12:55PM
(15min)
Pitch: SMBC Nikko Securities
7/25
1:00PM - 1:15PM
(15min)
The Current Status and Importance of Crypto in Web3 Business
7/25
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
Mass Adoption of Web3 Experiences Leveraging NFTag
7/25
2:00PM - 2:15PM
(15min)
How to Use Cryptocurrency for Real Business: The Case of Golf Courses
7/25
2:20PM - 2:35PM
(15min)
7/25
2:40PM - 2:55PM
(15min)
Revolutionize Your Business Ecosystem With the Power of Blockchain: Efficiency, Transparency and Security
7/25
3:00PM - 3:15PM
(15min)
Pitch: MixMarvel
7/25
3:20PM - 3:35PM
(15min)
The Operating Protocol for dApps
7/25
3:40PM - 3:55PM
(15min)
How Opside's Custom zkRollup App-Chains Are Revolutionizing Scaling
7/25
4:00PM - 4:15PM
(15min)
Pitch: GASHO2.0
7/25
4:20PM - 4:35PM
(15min)
Unleashing the Power of Web3.0: Exploring Revolutionary Solutions With ChainUp
7/25
4:40PM - 4:55PM
(15min)
The Largest Film Festival In Asia Meets Web3: Maximizing The Value Of Creators
7/25
5:00PM - 5:15PM
(15min)
Web3 Accessibility Redefined
7/25
5:20PM - 5:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Hyperledger Foundation
7/25
5:40PM - 5:55PM
(15min)
How AI Transforms Web2 and Web3
7/26
9:40AM - 9:55AM
(15min)
From Shills to News - How We’ve Built The Biggest Crypto Newswire In The Market
7/26
10:00AM - 10:15AM
(15min)
Food and Web3
7/26
10:20AM - 10:35AM
(15min)
Phygital and Web3 Retail
7/26
10:40AM - 10:55AM
(15min)
7/26
11:00AM - 11:15AM
(15min)
Web3 & AI: Empowering Your Business
7/26
11:20AM - 11:35AM
(15min)
7/26
11:40AM - 11:55AM
(15min)
Pitch: NUNW
7/26
12:00PM - 12:15PM
(15min)
Challenges and Solutions for Private Key Management in Web3 Business
7/26
12:20PM - 12:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Horizon
7/26
12:40PM - 12:55PM
(15min)
Participatory Social Contribution Content Development Utilizing “Electric Power Assets”
7/26
1:00PM - 1:20PM
(20min)
Kabosu (Doge) Time!
7/26
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
Pitch: JPYC
7/26
2:00PM - 2:15PM
(15min)
Another self, a new world fascinated by digital humans
7/26
2:20PM - 2:35PM
(15min)
7/26
2:40PM - 2:55PM
(15min)
Meet & Greeting & Our thoughts & Japan
7/26
3:00PM - 3:15PM
(15min)
Paima Enables Autonomous Worlds Through NFT Games
7/26
3:20PM - 3:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Algorand
7/26
3:40PM - 3:55PM
(15min)
Pitch: NEAR Foundation
7/26
4:00PM - 4:15PM
(15min)
7/26
4:20PM - 4:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Slash
7/26
4:40PM - 4:55PM
(15min)
Investment Overview into Crypto Startups
7/26
5:00PM - 5:15PM
(15min)
Road to building a fantasy Metaverse
7/25
10:00AM - 10:15AM
(15min)
Influencer Marketing Re-Imagined With Data and AI
7/25
10:20AM - 10:35AM
(15min)
NFTs in a Decarbonized Society: The Role of capture.x
7/25
10:40AM - 10:55AM
(15min)
Pitch: Kyuzan
7/25
11:00AM - 11:15AM
(15min)
7/25
11:20AM - 11:35AM
(15min)
Secure Web3 Business Infrastructure With Peace of Mind
7/25
11:40AM - 11:55AM
(15min)
Pitch: bitbank
7/25
12:00PM - 12:15PM
(15min)
7/25
12:20PM - 12:35PM
(15min)
What Is GameTrade.market?
7/25
12:40PM - 12:55PM
(15min)
Pitch: SMBC Nikko Securities
7/25
1:00PM - 1:15PM
(15min)
The Current Status and Importance of Crypto in Web3 Business
7/25
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
Mass Adoption of Web3 Experiences Leveraging NFTag
7/25
2:00PM - 2:15PM
(15min)
How to Use Cryptocurrency for Real Business: The Case of Golf Courses
7/25
2:20PM - 2:35PM
(15min)
7/25
2:40PM - 2:55PM
(15min)
Revolutionize Your Business Ecosystem With the Power of Blockchain: Efficiency, Transparency and Security
7/25
3:00PM - 3:15PM
(15min)
Pitch: MixMarvel
7/25
3:20PM - 3:35PM
(15min)
The Operating Protocol for dApps
7/25
3:40PM - 3:55PM
(15min)
How Opside's Custom zkRollup App-Chains Are Revolutionizing Scaling
7/25
4:00PM - 4:15PM
(15min)
Pitch: GASHO2.0
7/25
4:20PM - 4:35PM
(15min)
Unleashing the Power of Web3.0: Exploring Revolutionary Solutions With ChainUp
7/25
4:40PM - 4:55PM
(15min)
The Largest Film Festival In Asia Meets Web3: Maximizing The Value Of Creators
7/25
5:00PM - 5:15PM
(15min)
Web3 Accessibility Redefined
7/25
5:20PM - 5:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Hyperledger Foundation
7/25
5:40PM - 5:55PM
(15min)
How AI Transforms Web2 and Web3
7/26
9:40AM - 9:55AM
(15min)
From Shills to News - How We’ve Built The Biggest Crypto Newswire In The Market
7/26
10:00AM - 10:15AM
(15min)
Food and Web3
7/26
10:20AM - 10:35AM
(15min)
Phygital and Web3 Retail
7/26
10:40AM - 10:55AM
(15min)
7/26
11:00AM - 11:15AM
(15min)
Web3 & AI: Empowering Your Business
7/26
11:20AM - 11:35AM
(15min)
7/26
11:40AM - 11:55AM
(15min)
Pitch: NUNW
7/26
12:00PM - 12:15PM
(15min)
Challenges and Solutions for Private Key Management in Web3 Business
7/26
12:20PM - 12:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Horizon
7/26
12:40PM - 12:55PM
(15min)
Participatory Social Contribution Content Development Utilizing “Electric Power Assets”
7/26
1:00PM - 1:20PM
(20min)
Kabosu (Doge) Time!
7/26
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
Pitch: JPYC
7/26
2:00PM - 2:15PM
(15min)
Another self, a new world fascinated by digital humans
7/26
2:20PM - 2:35PM
(15min)
7/26
2:40PM - 2:55PM
(15min)
Meet & Greeting & Our thoughts & Japan
7/26
3:00PM - 3:15PM
(15min)
Paima Enables Autonomous Worlds Through NFT Games
7/26
3:20PM - 3:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Algorand
7/26
3:40PM - 3:55PM
(15min)
Pitch: NEAR Foundation
7/26
4:00PM - 4:15PM
(15min)
7/26
4:20PM - 4:35PM
(15min)
Pitch: Slash
7/26
4:40PM - 4:55PM
(15min)
Investment Overview into Crypto Startups
7/26
5:00PM - 5:15PM
(15min)
Road to building a fantasy Metaverse
7/25
10:10AM - 10:15AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX
CoinPost's inaugural conference will showcase Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for two days of insights and intel from policymakers, founders, builders, and investors.
7/25
10:15AM - 10:35AM
(20min)
The Blockchain Games: Breaking Down the Boundaries of the Games
Blockchain can break down the barriers between games, which have existed independently like islands until now. Each game's economy will be connected with other games' economies, and the real-life economy as well. WEMIX PLAY, the no. 1 global blockchain game platform, can make this inter-game play and inter-game economy a reality.
7/25
10:35AM - 11:05AM
(30min)
Are Web3 Games Fun Yet?
To date, Web3 games have been... lackluster. But be patient, gamers, the developers behind these titles are making headway, not only in your ability to own and control in-game assets, but also on the core feature of any successful game: is it fun?
7/25
11:05AM - 11:20AM
(15min)
How Account Abstraction Breaks Down Web3's Barriers to Entry
On-chain onboarding is a tall task for new users. Seed phrases are daunting. Initial gas fees can be a burden. There's certainly room for improvement. That's why many builders see account abstraction as a massive level-up for exposing new users (and crypto veterans alike) to the benefits of on-chain experiences. Jake Stolarski, co-founder of the new L1 Nero, makes the case for why account abstraction is critical to crypto's future.
7/25
11:20AM - 11:45AM
(25min)
Gm?? What's Working in Web3 Fan Engagement
From sports to music, experiments with Web3 fan engagement are becoming more common. Some efforts have flourished while others have fallen flat. What's the common denominator for crypto-powered community building that actually works?
7/25
11:45AM - 12:00PM
(15min)
Quantstamp on Web3 Security: The Epic Battle Against Evil
Since 2017, Quantstamp has audited many of the most critical projects in Web3, and encountered many interesting stories from the people that built these projects while trying to protect them. In Web3, truth is stranger than fiction, and the trials and tribulations of these projects behind the scenes could fill many novels. In this talk, Richard will cover these exciting stories and the epic battle against evil through a series of anime pictures and captions.
7/25
12:30PM - 12:50PM
(20min)
🎥 Fireside With Immutable's Robbie Ferguson
Immutable helped pioneer Web3 gaming with the card battler 'Gods Unchained' in 2018 and hasn't looked back. Today it continues to produce its own titles, but also contributes to the Immutable Platform, which lets other studios release blockchain-powered games. Co-founder and president Robbie Ferguson dials in live to discuss the latest trends its seeing from its partnership with Polygon Labs; why Asia is an ideal NFT hub; and the future of Web3 gaming with the noted analyst and consultant Dr. Serkan Toto.
7/25
12:50PM - 1:15PM
(25min)
After Elon: Why We Need DeSoc More Than Ever
People are fleeing Twitter and the question is obvious: Can Web3 social seize its moment?
7/25
1:15PM - 1:40PM
(25min)
Whales, Sharks, Minnows: Does Retail Stand a Chance in Today's DeFi?
Sophisticated traders rule the roost in today's DeFi landscape. Is that a feature or a bug? Leaders from an array of DeFi protocols discuss where the sectors sits in 2023, and if another "DeFi Summer" is on the horizon.
7/25
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
What Axelar's Interchain Token Standard Unlocks for Builders
The Interchain Token Service by Axelar is an easy-to-use token deployment suite, allowing projects to take their token interchain in just a few clicks. Learn how ITS fits into the global interop landscape and how Sushi is taking advantage of it to make an interoperable blockchain future possible.
7/25
1:55PM - 2:25PM
(30min)
ZK Fixes This: Solving Scaling, Privacy and More
It's the next frontier for blockchains: using so-called moon-math to preserve both privacy and the freedom to transact. These panelists are building services on the bleeding edge of blockchain tech that could change the way individuals and enterprises store, share and transmit their data.
7/25
2:40PM - 3:00PM
(20min)
Why Hacks Keep Happening: What Auditors Can and Can't Do
DeFi hacks seem to happen on the daily. As users get rekt, builders get blamed. What's an auditor to do? With new technologies creating fresh attack vectors, hear the latest about the never-ending battle between hackers and security pros.
7/25
3:00PM - 3:20PM
(20min)
Stay Safe: Wallet Security From the Attacker Perspective
Multi-party computation (MPC) algorithms enable a new generation of Web3 wallets. This session will review commonly ignored threats related to MPC wallet implementations, so users of these products can stay safe while degen-ing.
7/25
3:20PM - 3:40PM
(20min)
Ordinals: Getting Started With Bitcoin NFTs
Join this immersive introduction to the exciting world of Bitcoin NFTs. Learn how to navigate the rapidly growing Ordinals ecosystem, including how to inscribe and trade on marketplaces with the Xverse wallet, empowering you to kickstart your journey into on-chain Bitcoin collectibles with confidence.
7/25
3:40PM - 4:00PM
(20min)
How Ordinals and L2s Are Putting Bitcoin Back to Work
Bitcoin is back in the zeitgeist – largely for new experiments with building on the world's first blockchain. Ordinals, the inscription protocol akin to NFTs, kicked off a major wave of development earlier this year; now BRC-20s and scaling solutions are in the conversation as well.
7/25
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
SUNTORY's Spirited Venture: Good Measure for Web3's Next Round
SUNTORY is raising the bar for Web3 with Good Measure, a Web3 startup looking to craft a global community that is diverse but nevertheless shares values. In this session, discover how SUNTORY is globally stirring up the digital space, using blockchain technology to connect people, build an ecosystem, and turn Japan's untapped potential into a round of innovation that aims to avoid the digital hangover of a Web2-centric approach.
7/25
4:30PM - 5:00PM
(30min)
How to Invest Like a Goldman Sachs Trader
7/25
5:30PM - 6:00PM
(30min)
What Employers Want: Best Crypto Career Skills
MODERATOR
Jumpei Miwa
Fintech Association of Japan
Director
Hosho Karasawa
Accenture
Managing Director, Lead of web3
Hiroki Akahoshi
Deloitte Tohmatsu Consulting LLC
Smart Finance/Blockchain/Partner
Kuniyoshi Mabuchi
PwC Consulting / Japan Blockchain Week
Partner / Director
Kenji Hoki
KPMG Japan
Head of Web3.0 Promotion Support Division / Director, Financial Services
7/25
6:00PM - 6:30PM
(30min)
Fireside: Exploring the Future of Enterprise Web3
In this fireside, representatives from Hitachi and Fujitsu, founding members of Hyperledger Foundation, come together to introduce uses case of enterprise blockchain in Japan that will be part of Web3, and explore the potential of various open source projects and their transformative impact on business landscapes in Japan and beyond.
7/26
9:40AM - 9:45AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX Day 2
CoinPost's inaugural conference will showcase Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for two days of insights and intel from policymakers, founders, builders, and investors.
7/26
9:45AM - 10:15AM
(30min)
Wallets, Payments, and More: What's Driving Mass Adoption in Asia
It's crypto's perennial question: How to unlock mass adoption? From payments to financial services and wallet design, these builders will share their insights on Asia's thriving crypto ecosystem.
7/26
10:15AM - 10:30AM
(15min)
Asia: The Next Web3 Giant?
In this keynote, Shardeum Head of Operations Shahzad Nathani explains why the center of gravity in the crypto world has shifted to Asia.
7/26
11:00AM - 11:15AM
(15min)
Where Linea by ConsenSys Fits in the L2 Landscape
The newly launched Linea, a zkEVM rollup from Ethereum venture studio ConsenSys, joins a growing roster of scaling networks. As L2s surge in popularity, ConsenSys Product Marketing Lead Cathy Livne explains how Linea, with its zero-knowledge technology, will stand out.
7/26
11:15AM - 11:50AM
(35min)
Staying Warm: L1s Getting Creative in Winter
The heady days of Alt L1 Szn are long in the rearview, but that hasn't stopped projects from shipping meaningful updates. These communities are still here. While the tourists are away, hear how various base-layer builders are prepping for the next wave of mainstream adoption.
7/26
11:50AM - 12:10PM
(20min)
Not Just Theatre: How EOS Got Rid of Block.One
The EOS coin offering was one the largest ever, raising over $4 billion in 2018. Yet today, the EOS ecosystem has turned on original developer Block.One, and thrown its weight behind a new foundation to steward its future. We'll discuss this fascinating, and high-stakes, example of governance in action with EOS Network Foundation head Yves La Rose, and tease out insights that other decentralized networks might glean from the episode.
7/26
12:40PM - 1:10PM
(30min)
Battle-Tested in a Bear: Funding Future Winners
It's brutal out there: crypto venture funding has dropped for five straight quarters. But our seasoned investor panel is going to tell us what they did to survive this winter so far, and whether they see green shoots coming to break the deep freeze.
7/26
1:10PM - 1:40PM
(30min)
ReFi and DeSci: Can Degens Save the Planet?
Regenerative finance (ReFi) is all about converting our greedy impulses into positive change. The goal is a noble one: fighting the degradation of Earth's natural resources. While crypto often gets a bad rap for its climate costs, this panel will explore the latest ways that Web3 can be used to save the planet.
7/26
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
Simplifying Crypto With Universal Smart Contracts
Crypto has paradoxically created complex, isolated networks. ZetaChain's universal smart contracts simplify how you manage, interact, and develop with all crypto, including Bitcoin – in one place.
7/26
1:55PM - 2:15PM
(20min)
Myth Busters: The Crypto Edition
2022 was a tumultuous year for cryptocurrency that caused chaos, yet the cryptocurrency ecosystem has proven to be remarkably resilient. But bad news always leads, and when crypto scandals rise to the fore, so too do long-held myths about digital currency. Now, as the industry looks to rebuild trust, it’s especially important to set the record straight. While there are certainly risks and valid concerns, blockchain technology has enormous potential to democratize finance, increase economic transparency, reduce costs of doing business, and spur innovation. In this session, Hayato Shigekawa, Advisory Solutions Architect from Chainalysis dispels some misconceptions and tackles myths related to cryptocurrency’s safety, legitimacy, viability, and scalability.
7/26
2:45PM - 3:00PM
(15min)
7/26
3:00PM - 3:30PM
(30min)
Beyond Speculation: What's Fueling Web3 Mass Adoption
"Number go up" is a favorite meme in crypto. But our fascination with price obscures what's really novel about crypto: the ethos, technology, and real-world impact of distributed systems. Hear from these Web3 pros about building – and investing – in things that matter.
7/26
3:30PM - 3:45PM
(15min)
Keynote by CyberConnect
7/26
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
How to Launch a Web3 Business
7/26
4:30PM - 5:00PM
(30min)
Are Sustainable Tokenomics Even Possible in Blockchain Gaming?
7/26
5:00PM - 5:30PM
(30min)
The Potential of DAOs to Build Community in Japan
7/26
5:30PM - 5:35PM
(5min)
Goodbye Day 2
Thanks for joining us on Day 2 of WebX. Tell us what your favorite thing was by tweeting with the hashtag #WebX or tagging us at @WebX_Asia.
7/25
10:10AM - 10:15AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX
CoinPost's inaugural conference will showcase Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for two days of insights and intel from policymakers, founders, builders, and investors.
7/25
10:15AM - 10:35AM
(20min)
The Blockchain Games: Breaking Down the Boundaries of the Games
Blockchain can break down the barriers between games, which have existed independently like islands until now. Each game's economy will be connected with other games' economies, and the real-life economy as well. WEMIX PLAY, the no. 1 global blockchain game platform, can make this inter-game play and inter-game economy a reality.
7/25
10:35AM - 11:05AM
(30min)
Are Web3 Games Fun Yet?
To date, Web3 games have been... lackluster. But be patient, gamers, the developers behind these titles are making headway, not only in your ability to own and control in-game assets, but also on the core feature of any successful game: is it fun?
7/25
11:05AM - 11:20AM
(15min)
How Account Abstraction Breaks Down Web3's Barriers to Entry
On-chain onboarding is a tall task for new users. Seed phrases are daunting. Initial gas fees can be a burden. There's certainly room for improvement. That's why many builders see account abstraction as a massive level-up for exposing new users (and crypto veterans alike) to the benefits of on-chain experiences. Jake Stolarski, co-founder of the new L1 Nero, makes the case for why account abstraction is critical to crypto's future.
7/25
11:20AM - 11:45AM
(25min)
Gm?? What's Working in Web3 Fan Engagement
From sports to music, experiments with Web3 fan engagement are becoming more common. Some efforts have flourished while others have fallen flat. What's the common denominator for crypto-powered community building that actually works?
7/25
11:45AM - 12:00PM
(15min)
Quantstamp on Web3 Security: The Epic Battle Against Evil
Since 2017, Quantstamp has audited many of the most critical projects in Web3, and encountered many interesting stories from the people that built these projects while trying to protect them. In Web3, truth is stranger than fiction, and the trials and tribulations of these projects behind the scenes could fill many novels. In this talk, Richard will cover these exciting stories and the epic battle against evil through a series of anime pictures and captions.
7/25
12:30PM - 12:50PM
(20min)
🎥 Fireside With Immutable's Robbie Ferguson
Immutable helped pioneer Web3 gaming with the card battler 'Gods Unchained' in 2018 and hasn't looked back. Today it continues to produce its own titles, but also contributes to the Immutable Platform, which lets other studios release blockchain-powered games. Co-founder and president Robbie Ferguson dials in live to discuss the latest trends its seeing from its partnership with Polygon Labs; why Asia is an ideal NFT hub; and the future of Web3 gaming with the noted analyst and consultant Dr. Serkan Toto.
7/25
12:50PM - 1:15PM
(25min)
After Elon: Why We Need DeSoc More Than Ever
People are fleeing Twitter and the question is obvious: Can Web3 social seize its moment?
7/25
1:15PM - 1:40PM
(25min)
Whales, Sharks, Minnows: Does Retail Stand a Chance in Today's DeFi?
Sophisticated traders rule the roost in today's DeFi landscape. Is that a feature or a bug? Leaders from an array of DeFi protocols discuss where the sectors sits in 2023, and if another "DeFi Summer" is on the horizon.
7/25
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
What Axelar's Interchain Token Standard Unlocks for Builders
The Interchain Token Service by Axelar is an easy-to-use token deployment suite, allowing projects to take their token interchain in just a few clicks. Learn how ITS fits into the global interop landscape and how Sushi is taking advantage of it to make an interoperable blockchain future possible.
7/25
1:55PM - 2:25PM
(30min)
ZK Fixes This: Solving Scaling, Privacy and More
It's the next frontier for blockchains: using so-called moon-math to preserve both privacy and the freedom to transact. These panelists are building services on the bleeding edge of blockchain tech that could change the way individuals and enterprises store, share and transmit their data.
7/25
2:40PM - 3:00PM
(20min)
Why Hacks Keep Happening: What Auditors Can and Can't Do
DeFi hacks seem to happen on the daily. As users get rekt, builders get blamed. What's an auditor to do? With new technologies creating fresh attack vectors, hear the latest about the never-ending battle between hackers and security pros.
7/25
3:00PM - 3:20PM
(20min)
Stay Safe: Wallet Security From the Attacker Perspective
Multi-party computation (MPC) algorithms enable a new generation of Web3 wallets. This session will review commonly ignored threats related to MPC wallet implementations, so users of these products can stay safe while degen-ing.
7/25
3:20PM - 3:40PM
(20min)
Ordinals: Getting Started With Bitcoin NFTs
Join this immersive introduction to the exciting world of Bitcoin NFTs. Learn how to navigate the rapidly growing Ordinals ecosystem, including how to inscribe and trade on marketplaces with the Xverse wallet, empowering you to kickstart your journey into on-chain Bitcoin collectibles with confidence.
7/25
3:40PM - 4:00PM
(20min)
How Ordinals and L2s Are Putting Bitcoin Back to Work
Bitcoin is back in the zeitgeist – largely for new experiments with building on the world's first blockchain. Ordinals, the inscription protocol akin to NFTs, kicked off a major wave of development earlier this year; now BRC-20s and scaling solutions are in the conversation as well.
7/25
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
SUNTORY's Spirited Venture: Good Measure for Web3's Next Round
SUNTORY is raising the bar for Web3 with Good Measure, a Web3 startup looking to craft a global community that is diverse but nevertheless shares values. In this session, discover how SUNTORY is globally stirring up the digital space, using blockchain technology to connect people, build an ecosystem, and turn Japan's untapped potential into a round of innovation that aims to avoid the digital hangover of a Web2-centric approach.
7/25
4:30PM - 5:00PM
(30min)
How to Invest Like a Goldman Sachs Trader
7/25
5:30PM - 6:00PM
(30min)
What Employers Want: Best Crypto Career Skills
MODERATOR
Jumpei Miwa
Fintech Association of Japan
Director
Hosho Karasawa
Accenture
Managing Director, Lead of web3
Hiroki Akahoshi
Deloitte Tohmatsu Consulting LLC
Smart Finance/Blockchain/Partner
Kuniyoshi Mabuchi
PwC Consulting / Japan Blockchain Week
Partner / Director
Kenji Hoki
KPMG Japan
Head of Web3.0 Promotion Support Division / Director, Financial Services
7/25
6:00PM - 6:30PM
(30min)
Fireside: Exploring the Future of Enterprise Web3
In this fireside, representatives from Hitachi and Fujitsu, founding members of Hyperledger Foundation, come together to introduce uses case of enterprise blockchain in Japan that will be part of Web3, and explore the potential of various open source projects and their transformative impact on business landscapes in Japan and beyond.
7/26
9:40AM - 9:45AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX Day 2
CoinPost's inaugural conference will showcase Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for two days of insights and intel from policymakers, founders, builders, and investors.
7/26
9:45AM - 10:15AM
(30min)
Wallets, Payments, and More: What's Driving Mass Adoption in Asia
It's crypto's perennial question: How to unlock mass adoption? From payments to financial services and wallet design, these builders will share their insights on Asia's thriving crypto ecosystem.
7/26
10:15AM - 10:30AM
(15min)
Asia: The Next Web3 Giant?
In this keynote, Shardeum Head of Operations Shahzad Nathani explains why the center of gravity in the crypto world has shifted to Asia.
7/26
11:00AM - 11:15AM
(15min)
Where Linea by ConsenSys Fits in the L2 Landscape
The newly launched Linea, a zkEVM rollup from Ethereum venture studio ConsenSys, joins a growing roster of scaling networks. As L2s surge in popularity, ConsenSys Product Marketing Lead Cathy Livne explains how Linea, with its zero-knowledge technology, will stand out.
7/26
11:15AM - 11:50AM
(35min)
Staying Warm: L1s Getting Creative in Winter
The heady days of Alt L1 Szn are long in the rearview, but that hasn't stopped projects from shipping meaningful updates. These communities are still here. While the tourists are away, hear how various base-layer builders are prepping for the next wave of mainstream adoption.
7/26
11:50AM - 12:10PM
(20min)
Not Just Theatre: How EOS Got Rid of Block.One
The EOS coin offering was one the largest ever, raising over $4 billion in 2018. Yet today, the EOS ecosystem has turned on original developer Block.One, and thrown its weight behind a new foundation to steward its future. We'll discuss this fascinating, and high-stakes, example of governance in action with EOS Network Foundation head Yves La Rose, and tease out insights that other decentralized networks might glean from the episode.
7/26
12:40PM - 1:10PM
(30min)
Battle-Tested in a Bear: Funding Future Winners
It's brutal out there: crypto venture funding has dropped for five straight quarters. But our seasoned investor panel is going to tell us what they did to survive this winter so far, and whether they see green shoots coming to break the deep freeze.
7/26
1:10PM - 1:40PM
(30min)
ReFi and DeSci: Can Degens Save the Planet?
Regenerative finance (ReFi) is all about converting our greedy impulses into positive change. The goal is a noble one: fighting the degradation of Earth's natural resources. While crypto often gets a bad rap for its climate costs, this panel will explore the latest ways that Web3 can be used to save the planet.
7/26
1:40PM - 1:55PM
(15min)
Simplifying Crypto With Universal Smart Contracts
Crypto has paradoxically created complex, isolated networks. ZetaChain's universal smart contracts simplify how you manage, interact, and develop with all crypto, including Bitcoin – in one place.
7/26
1:55PM - 2:15PM
(20min)
Myth Busters: The Crypto Edition
2022 was a tumultuous year for cryptocurrency that caused chaos, yet the cryptocurrency ecosystem has proven to be remarkably resilient. But bad news always leads, and when crypto scandals rise to the fore, so too do long-held myths about digital currency. Now, as the industry looks to rebuild trust, it’s especially important to set the record straight. While there are certainly risks and valid concerns, blockchain technology has enormous potential to democratize finance, increase economic transparency, reduce costs of doing business, and spur innovation. In this session, Hayato Shigekawa, Advisory Solutions Architect from Chainalysis dispels some misconceptions and tackles myths related to cryptocurrency’s safety, legitimacy, viability, and scalability.
7/26
2:45PM - 3:00PM
(15min)
7/26
3:00PM - 3:30PM
(30min)
Beyond Speculation: What's Fueling Web3 Mass Adoption
"Number go up" is a favorite meme in crypto. But our fascination with price obscures what's really novel about crypto: the ethos, technology, and real-world impact of distributed systems. Hear from these Web3 pros about building – and investing – in things that matter.
7/26
3:30PM - 3:45PM
(15min)
Keynote by CyberConnect
7/26
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
How to Launch a Web3 Business
7/26
4:30PM - 5:00PM
(30min)
Are Sustainable Tokenomics Even Possible in Blockchain Gaming?
7/26
5:00PM - 5:30PM
(30min)
The Potential of DAOs to Build Community in Japan
7/26
5:30PM - 5:35PM
(5min)
Goodbye Day 2
Thanks for joining us on Day 2 of WebX. Tell us what your favorite thing was by tweeting with the hashtag #WebX or tagging us at @WebX_Asia.
7/25
9:30AM - 9:35AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX
CoinPost's inaugural conference will showcase Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for two days of insights and intel from policymakers, founders, builders, and investors.
7/25
9:35AM - 9:45AM
(10min)
Opening Remarks From Chairman of the LDP Policy Research Council
Hear from the official leading the Liberal Democratic Party's Web3 efforts.
7/25
9:45AM - 9:50AM
(5min)
🎥 Video Address From Prime Minister Fumio Kishida
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida delivers a video address about innovation in Japan and the government's recent Web3 push.
7/25
10:10AM - 10:30AM
(20min)
First Web3, Now AI: How Nations Can Keep Up With Emerging Tech
As crypto hibernates, AI has emerged from a winter of its own to become the latest technology to transfix industry and government leaders alike. Rep. Akihisa Shiozaki knows all too well that Japan must master both technologies to cement itself as the world's leading innovator. Hear him speak with Salesforce's Marc Mathieu about the future of Web3 and AI in Japan and beyond.
7/25
10:30AM - 10:50AM
(20min)
Fireside With Yuga Labs and Ministry of Economy, Trade & Industry
Yuga Labs' CEO speaks with the deputy director of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's Web3.0 Policy Office.
7/25
10:50AM - 11:00AM
(10min)
Where Japan Stands in the Global Race to Regulate Crypto
Several jurisdictions are jockeying to become Asia's preeminent crypto hub. Japan, Hong Kong, and Singapore all see opportunity as U.S. regulators push crypto overseas. Emily Parker, CoinDesk's APAC specialist, offers a deep dive on how Japan is courting the industry.
7/25
11:00AM - 11:30AM
(30min)
Not Just Gary: How Global Regulators Are Tackling CeFi
Gary Gensler's SEC has been dominating the headlines with its steady offensive against crypto's biggest names. But the U.S. is not the only game in town. Join this panel of experts as they assess the global regulatory landscape for exchanges, onramps, and stablecoin issuers – from MiCA in Europe to the licensing race in Asia.
7/25
11:30AM - 11:45AM
(15min)
Outlook for Web3 Investment in a Regulated Era
A talk by HashKey Capital CEO Deng Chao.
7/25
11:45AM - 12:10PM
(25min)
Clock Ticking: Can Regulators Finally Get DeFi Right?
With the passage of MiCA, European regulators punted on the hard stuff. CeFi players they could adequately keep in check, but on-chain finance presented a set of challenges that haven't been addressed yet. As conversations about DeFi regulation advance the world over, this panel of prominent crypto thinkers offers a path forward.
7/25
12:10PM - 12:25PM
(15min)
Mocaverse: How Animoca Is Using NFTs to Build Community
Animoca Brands is a global leader in building the digital asset ecosystem, and has launched its native PFP collection Mocaverse. The project aims to be the leading Web3 membership pass in culture and entertainment, while facilitating user growth and cross pollination in the Animoca ecosystem and beyond. This session will shed light on how the company approaches NFT community-building.
7/25
12:55PM - 1:10PM
(15min)
The Changing Macro Landscape: Old and New
The digital asset universe is rapidly expanding. Leading macroeconomic thinker Dan Tapiero, founder of 1Roundtable Partners and 10T Holdings, offers his assessment of where opportunity lies for savvy investors.
7/25
1:10PM - 1:30PM
(20min)
Look Inside the Liquidity Machine
Market makers keep the crypto world spinning. But despite being a core piece of market infrastructure, their role is often misunderstood. Watch these experts discuss opportunities and controversies emerging from crypto's global liquidity layer.
7/25
1:30PM - 1:50PM
(20min)
Roger Ver Fireside: Web3 in Japan, Then and Now
Roger Ver has a habit of being early to things. He first bought bitcoin in 2011 and became its first major evangelist, dishing out sats to everyone he met. He famously intervened when the first crypto exchange Mt. Gox was collapsing in 2013. Hear Ver reflect on how far the space has come in a tumultuous decade-plus.
7/25
1:50PM - 2:10PM
(20min)
Future of Money: Can CBDCs and Stablecoins Co-Exist?
State-issued vs. decentralized digital money could be the major clash of the coming decade. As regulators tighten the reins follow crypto's disastrous 2022, this panel of experts will tackle whether stablecoins will be allowed to exist in a world of where governments use CBDCs to steer the health of their national economies.
MODERATOR
Emily Parker
CoinDesk
Executive Director of Global Content
Ian Taylor
Crypto UK & KPMG
Board Advisor & Head of Digital & Crypto Assets
Masaki Bessho
Bank of Japan
Head of FinTech Center
Raagulan Pathy
Circle
VP of Asia Pacific
Paul Wong
Stellar Development Foundation
Director of Product, CBDCs and Institutions
7/25
2:10PM - 2:35PM
(25min)
Tokenize All the Things: Why RWAs Are the Missing Link for Crypto Finance
Crypto's total market cap is merely a crumb when compared to the whole pie of traditional financial assets. Bringing some of those real-world assets on chain would bring efficiencies to TradFi, crypto adherents argue. Is that why everyone is talking about RWAs these days, or is something else at play?
7/25
2:50PM - 3:05PM
(15min)
🎥 Fireside With Binance's Richard Teng
Binance has a new second in command: Richard Teng is seen by some as the heir apparent to CZ's crypto empire. What's his vision for the largest crypto exchange in the world?
7/25
3:05PM - 3:15PM
(10min)
Signs of Life? NFT Market Data in 2023
The reports of NFTs' death have been greatly exaggerated. While trading volumes are far from the lofty highs of 2021, NFTs have proven resilient despite stiff market headwinds. Nansen's Ingrid Sia takes a deep dive into the data to showcase emerging trends from the world of non-fungibles.
7/25
3:15PM - 3:45PM
(30min)
Why NFTs Really Are About the Frens You Made Along the Way
There's been speculation, fraud, and certainly over-promising within the NFT market. But at the end of the day, NFTs are about community. Artists are finding new paying audiences. Entrepreneurs are finding ways to incentivize more participation in their products. Brands are finding an engaged customer base. All with NFTs.
7/25
3:45PM - 4:15PM
(30min)
Don't Ragequit: Web3 Gaming Is Just Getting Started
It's a common complaint: GameFi just isn't that fun. What will it take to bring Web3 gaming to the masses? Will it be the introduction of top-flight IP? More performant base layers? Better storytelling? This panel takes the pulse of the Web3 gaming world to discuss what's showing early promise.
7/25
4:15PM - 4:35PM
(20min)
STEPN and Square Enix: How Blockchains Level Up AR Gaming
STEPN's virtual shoes got people walking IRL. Hear the engage-to-earn pioneer chat with gaming giant Square Enix about what will drive the next wave of augmented-reality excitement.
7/25
4:50PM - 5:10PM
(20min)
Ripple's David Schwartz on Why XRP Ledger Is Ready-Made for RWAs
The Ripple Labs CTO looks to the future of the XRP Ledger, weighing the pros and cons of tokenized carbon credits, real estate, financial services, and the role of CBDCs.
7/25
5:10PM - 5:25PM
(15min)
RWAs: How TRON Is Approaching Crypto's Most Coveted Prize
Major blockchain projects are rushing to tokenize real-world assets, a staggeringly large market opportunity that few have successfully tapped into yet. In this keynote, founder Justin Sun explains why this is TRON's "RWA Summer."
7/25
5:25PM - 5:40PM
(15min)
Fireside With Tron's Justin Sun
Tron founder Justin Sun sits down with Itai Elizur of MarketAcross.
7/25
5:40PM - 6:00PM
(20min)
🎥 Fireside With FTX Japan's Seth Melamed
While the bankruptcy process continues to plague other parts of SBF's collapsed crypto empire, FTX Japan was able to rapidly pay out its customers. How did the local outpost survive crypto's most catastrophic implosion in years? Seth Melamed, the COO of FTX Japan, joins CoinPost's Bradley Loewen to explain why it's a positive story of regulation in action.
7/25
6:00PM - 6:05PM
(5min)
See You Tomorrow at WebX
Thanks for joining Day 1 of WebX. Tell us what your favorite thing was by tweeting with the hashtag #WebX or tagging us at @WebX_Asia.
7/26
9:00AM - 9:05AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX Day 2
Day 2 will conclude CoinPost's inaugural conference on Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for insights from founders, builders, investors, and even a robot. 👀
7/26
9:05AM - 9:20AM
(15min)
LINE's Web3 Mass Adoption Strategy
Web2 giant LINE has a diverse and growing portfolio of Web3 services. Hear from LINE's longtime blockchain champion Woosuk Kim about how the companies aims to bring millions of new users on-chain.
7/26
9:20AM - 9:40AM
(20min)
All the Ways AI and Blockchain Will Converge
Everyone's talking about AI! And it's either "AI will revolutionize everything" or "AI will destroy the world." Could the ethos behind Web3 help push the positive angle forward and hinder the negative sentiment of this powerful technology? Hear from this panel of people building with both technologies in mind.
7/26
9:40AM - 9:55AM
(15min)
How Chiliz Is Changing the Game for Sports Fans and Brands
Discover how Web3 will change the game for sports brands and fans with Alexandre Dreyfus, founder and CEO of Chiliz, the company that is reshaping fan engagement across the global sports industry through Fan Tokens and the Socios.com app. Find out how Chiliz plans to step on the gas with its recently launched Layer 1 and how you can be a part of it.
7/26
9:55AM - 10:10AM
(15min)
Tokenization 2.0: Navigating the Next Wave of Disruption in Financial Markets and Asset Ownership
A talk by Fireblocks Head of APAC Stephen Richardson.
7/26
10:10AM - 10:30AM
(20min)
🎥 Fireside With Uniswap's Hayden Adams
7/26
10:45AM - 11:05AM
(20min)
LayerZero: The De Facto Standard for Cross-Chain Messaging
Blockchain interoperability enables omnichain applications to leverage the unique strengths of different blockchains, unlocking innovative functionality. LayerZero, with its guiding principles and intentional product design, has emerged as the de facto cross-chain messaging protocol for applications seeking to transmit data seamlessly between multiple chains.
7/26
11:05AM - 11:35AM
(30min)
No More Bridges: Is the Interop Age Finally Upon Us?
Interoperability promises to unlock a seamless and secure Web3 user experience. But how we get there isn't a settled question. This panel is working on technologies that could power a bridge-free future.
7/26
11:35AM - 11:45AM
(10min)
Enterprise Use Cases, Not Enterprise Blockchains: Private Applications on Public Chains
EY's blockchain lead has been in the space long enough to remember the "blockchain, not bitcoin" era, when corporations were terrified to be associated with public blockchains like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Today, we see the enterprise building applications on the tech they were once so skeptical of. Paul Brody explains how that shift happened and what's next.
7/26
11:45AM - 12:15PM
(30min)
Enterprise Is Back: Corporations That Finally Get Web3
Enterprises have been exploring blockchain for years now. But finally, we're seeing a handful of companies that really get it. From the technology to the culture, these corporations are really vibing with Web3.
7/26
12:45PM - 1:10PM
(25min)
Rest of the World: How VCs Are Deploying Capital Outside the US
As Gary has shown us, the US isn't the only game in town. From regulatory regimes to user behavior, there is an abundance of investable projects in markets around the globe. Our panel of global venture capitalists will take you through their strategies for putting money to work.
7/26
1:10PM - 1:40PM
(30min)
From DeFi to Infra: VCs Investing in the Fun (and Not So Fun) Stuff
In the midst of a crypto venture funding deep freeze, there are still deals to be done. We ask our global panel of investors what trends they're seeing, and where they're deploying capital: is it yet more dev tools and middleware plays? Or are there fun, "degen" apps that might spark the next big swing in retail adoption? We'll find out.
7/26
1:55PM - 2:10PM
(15min)
Creating a Robot Personality for a New Era of Ethical AI
SingularityNET is a decentralized marketplace for artificial intelligence. Combining two of the hottest technologies – AI and blockchain – the company is highlighting its work through Desi, a robot musician and poet tutored by a cutting-edge artist. This robot rocks!
7/26
2:10PM - 2:30PM
(20min)
The Secret to DAO Governance and Growth
MakerDAO's founder speaks on the Endgame Governance Overhaul and looks at the ways it enables greater participation through gamification, user-friendly AI tools, and parallelized growth.
7/26
2:30PM - 2:45PM
(15min)
Global Digital Asset Regulation: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Dante Disparte, Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Global Policy at stablecoin issuer Circle, surveys the evolving regulatory landscape and offers a candid assessment of what's working and what's not. Which country is finding the sweet spot when it comes to common-sense regulation that fosters innovation while protecting customers and investors? Watch this keynote to find out.
7/26
2:45PM - 3:15PM
(30min)
How to Build Successfully in Japan
There's new interest from the crypto ecosystem in the Japanese market as government leaders in the country move to bolster the technology within its borders. But there are still unique challenges that have stymied even the biggest brands, from Gemini to Coinbase. Hear from ecosystem builders and operators with a deep knowledge of Japan on what works and what doesn't.
7/26
3:15PM - 3:30PM
(15min)
Keynote by Sui
A talk by Evan Cheng, the co-founder and CEO of Mysten Labs.
7/26
3:45PM - 4:00PM
(15min)
Navigating the Web 3.0 Revolution With the Web3 Foundation
Over the past three years, the Web3 Foundation has been engaged in legal collaboration with the SEC, and now is initiating roundtable discussions with global regulators, beginning in Japan, to foster regulatory clarity and understanding in the evolving Web 3.0 landscape. CEO Bertrand Perez offers insights for fellow builders on how to engage with global policymakers.
7/26
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
In the Clouds: Why Web2 Keeps Building Web3 Infrastructure
Web2 is interested in Web3 in a variety of ways. One of the areas where Web2 businesses continue to see success is by providing infrastructure to the new and burgeoning blockchain sector. Hear from this panel of Web2 giants about their work in this area.
7/26
4:45PM - 5:15PM
(30min)
Why Big Brands Are Bullish on NFTs
The next big thing will start out looking like a toy, says a16z's Chris Dixon. That seems true for NFTs. They started out as fun collectibles for crypto-natives, but have since become the main portal for big brands exploring Web3. Our panel is working at the forefront of how brands that are household names get into Web3.
7/26
5:15PM - 5:30PM
(15min)
Web3 Cinema Announcement
7/26
5:30PM - 5:35PM
(5min)
Goodbye WebX
Thanks for joining us for two full days of insightful and inspiring content at WebX. Tell us what you thought by tweeting with the hashtag #WebX or tagging us at @WebX_Asia.
7/26
5:35PM - 5:40PM
(5min)
Closing Remarks
7/25
9:30AM - 9:35AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX
CoinPost's inaugural conference will showcase Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for two days of insights and intel from policymakers, founders, builders, and investors.
7/25
9:35AM - 9:45AM
(10min)
Opening Remarks From Chairman of the LDP Policy Research Council
Hear from the official leading the Liberal Democratic Party's Web3 efforts.
7/25
9:45AM - 9:50AM
(5min)
🎥 Video Address From Prime Minister Fumio Kishida
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida delivers a video address about innovation in Japan and the government's recent Web3 push.
7/25
10:10AM - 10:30AM
(20min)
First Web3, Now AI: How Nations Can Keep Up With Emerging Tech
As crypto hibernates, AI has emerged from a winter of its own to become the latest technology to transfix industry and government leaders alike. Rep. Akihisa Shiozaki knows all too well that Japan must master both technologies to cement itself as the world's leading innovator. Hear him speak with Salesforce's Marc Mathieu about the future of Web3 and AI in Japan and beyond.
7/25
10:30AM - 10:50AM
(20min)
Fireside With Yuga Labs and Ministry of Economy, Trade & Industry
Yuga Labs' CEO speaks with the deputy director of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's Web3.0 Policy Office.
7/25
10:50AM - 11:00AM
(10min)
Where Japan Stands in the Global Race to Regulate Crypto
Several jurisdictions are jockeying to become Asia's preeminent crypto hub. Japan, Hong Kong, and Singapore all see opportunity as U.S. regulators push crypto overseas. Emily Parker, CoinDesk's APAC specialist, offers a deep dive on how Japan is courting the industry.
7/25
11:00AM - 11:30AM
(30min)
Not Just Gary: How Global Regulators Are Tackling CeFi
Gary Gensler's SEC has been dominating the headlines with its steady offensive against crypto's biggest names. But the U.S. is not the only game in town. Join this panel of experts as they assess the global regulatory landscape for exchanges, onramps, and stablecoin issuers – from MiCA in Europe to the licensing race in Asia.
7/25
11:30AM - 11:45AM
(15min)
Outlook for Web3 Investment in a Regulated Era
A talk by HashKey Capital CEO Deng Chao.
7/25
11:45AM - 12:10PM
(25min)
Clock Ticking: Can Regulators Finally Get DeFi Right?
With the passage of MiCA, European regulators punted on the hard stuff. CeFi players they could adequately keep in check, but on-chain finance presented a set of challenges that haven't been addressed yet. As conversations about DeFi regulation advance the world over, this panel of prominent crypto thinkers offers a path forward.
7/25
12:10PM - 12:25PM
(15min)
Mocaverse: How Animoca Is Using NFTs to Build Community
Animoca Brands is a global leader in building the digital asset ecosystem, and has launched its native PFP collection Mocaverse. The project aims to be the leading Web3 membership pass in culture and entertainment, while facilitating user growth and cross pollination in the Animoca ecosystem and beyond. This session will shed light on how the company approaches NFT community-building.
7/25
12:55PM - 1:10PM
(15min)
The Changing Macro Landscape: Old and New
The digital asset universe is rapidly expanding. Leading macroeconomic thinker Dan Tapiero, founder of 1Roundtable Partners and 10T Holdings, offers his assessment of where opportunity lies for savvy investors.
7/25
1:10PM - 1:30PM
(20min)
Look Inside the Liquidity Machine
Market makers keep the crypto world spinning. But despite being a core piece of market infrastructure, their role is often misunderstood. Watch these experts discuss opportunities and controversies emerging from crypto's global liquidity layer.
7/25
1:30PM - 1:50PM
(20min)
Roger Ver Fireside: Web3 in Japan, Then and Now
Roger Ver has a habit of being early to things. He first bought bitcoin in 2011 and became its first major evangelist, dishing out sats to everyone he met. He famously intervened when the first crypto exchange Mt. Gox was collapsing in 2013. Hear Ver reflect on how far the space has come in a tumultuous decade-plus.
7/25
1:50PM - 2:10PM
(20min)
Future of Money: Can CBDCs and Stablecoins Co-Exist?
State-issued vs. decentralized digital money could be the major clash of the coming decade. As regulators tighten the reins follow crypto's disastrous 2022, this panel of experts will tackle whether stablecoins will be allowed to exist in a world of where governments use CBDCs to steer the health of their national economies.
MODERATOR
Emily Parker
CoinDesk
Executive Director of Global Content
Ian Taylor
Crypto UK & KPMG
Board Advisor & Head of Digital & Crypto Assets
Masaki Bessho
Bank of Japan
Head of FinTech Center
Raagulan Pathy
Circle
VP of Asia Pacific
Paul Wong
Stellar Development Foundation
Director of Product, CBDCs and Institutions
7/25
2:10PM - 2:35PM
(25min)
Tokenize All the Things: Why RWAs Are the Missing Link for Crypto Finance
Crypto's total market cap is merely a crumb when compared to the whole pie of traditional financial assets. Bringing some of those real-world assets on chain would bring efficiencies to TradFi, crypto adherents argue. Is that why everyone is talking about RWAs these days, or is something else at play?
7/25
2:50PM - 3:05PM
(15min)
🎥 Fireside With Binance's Richard Teng
Binance has a new second in command: Richard Teng is seen by some as the heir apparent to CZ's crypto empire. What's his vision for the largest crypto exchange in the world?
7/25
3:05PM - 3:15PM
(10min)
Signs of Life? NFT Market Data in 2023
The reports of NFTs' death have been greatly exaggerated. While trading volumes are far from the lofty highs of 2021, NFTs have proven resilient despite stiff market headwinds. Nansen's Ingrid Sia takes a deep dive into the data to showcase emerging trends from the world of non-fungibles.
7/25
3:15PM - 3:45PM
(30min)
Why NFTs Really Are About the Frens You Made Along the Way
There's been speculation, fraud, and certainly over-promising within the NFT market. But at the end of the day, NFTs are about community. Artists are finding new paying audiences. Entrepreneurs are finding ways to incentivize more participation in their products. Brands are finding an engaged customer base. All with NFTs.
7/25
3:45PM - 4:15PM
(30min)
Don't Ragequit: Web3 Gaming Is Just Getting Started
It's a common complaint: GameFi just isn't that fun. What will it take to bring Web3 gaming to the masses? Will it be the introduction of top-flight IP? More performant base layers? Better storytelling? This panel takes the pulse of the Web3 gaming world to discuss what's showing early promise.
7/25
4:15PM - 4:35PM
(20min)
STEPN and Square Enix: How Blockchains Level Up AR Gaming
STEPN's virtual shoes got people walking IRL. Hear the engage-to-earn pioneer chat with gaming giant Square Enix about what will drive the next wave of augmented-reality excitement.
7/25
4:50PM - 5:10PM
(20min)
Ripple's David Schwartz on Why XRP Ledger Is Ready-Made for RWAs
The Ripple Labs CTO looks to the future of the XRP Ledger, weighing the pros and cons of tokenized carbon credits, real estate, financial services, and the role of CBDCs.
7/25
5:10PM - 5:25PM
(15min)
RWAs: How TRON Is Approaching Crypto's Most Coveted Prize
Major blockchain projects are rushing to tokenize real-world assets, a staggeringly large market opportunity that few have successfully tapped into yet. In this keynote, founder Justin Sun explains why this is TRON's "RWA Summer."
7/25
5:25PM - 5:40PM
(15min)
Fireside With Tron's Justin Sun
Tron founder Justin Sun sits down with Itai Elizur of MarketAcross.
7/25
5:40PM - 6:00PM
(20min)
🎥 Fireside With FTX Japan's Seth Melamed
While the bankruptcy process continues to plague other parts of SBF's collapsed crypto empire, FTX Japan was able to rapidly pay out its customers. How did the local outpost survive crypto's most catastrophic implosion in years? Seth Melamed, the COO of FTX Japan, joins CoinPost's Bradley Loewen to explain why it's a positive story of regulation in action.
7/25
6:00PM - 6:05PM
(5min)
See You Tomorrow at WebX
Thanks for joining Day 1 of WebX. Tell us what your favorite thing was by tweeting with the hashtag #WebX or tagging us at @WebX_Asia.
7/26
9:00AM - 9:05AM
(5min)
Welcome to WebX Day 2
Day 2 will conclude CoinPost's inaugural conference on Japan's growing role in the global Web3 ecosystem. Join us for insights from founders, builders, investors, and even a robot. 👀
7/26
9:05AM - 9:20AM
(15min)
LINE's Web3 Mass Adoption Strategy
Web2 giant LINE has a diverse and growing portfolio of Web3 services. Hear from LINE's longtime blockchain champion Woosuk Kim about how the companies aims to bring millions of new users on-chain.
7/26
9:20AM - 9:40AM
(20min)
All the Ways AI and Blockchain Will Converge
Everyone's talking about AI! And it's either "AI will revolutionize everything" or "AI will destroy the world." Could the ethos behind Web3 help push the positive angle forward and hinder the negative sentiment of this powerful technology? Hear from this panel of people building with both technologies in mind.
7/26
9:40AM - 9:55AM
(15min)
How Chiliz Is Changing the Game for Sports Fans and Brands
Discover how Web3 will change the game for sports brands and fans with Alexandre Dreyfus, founder and CEO of Chiliz, the company that is reshaping fan engagement across the global sports industry through Fan Tokens and the Socios.com app. Find out how Chiliz plans to step on the gas with its recently launched Layer 1 and how you can be a part of it.
7/26
9:55AM - 10:10AM
(15min)
Tokenization 2.0: Navigating the Next Wave of Disruption in Financial Markets and Asset Ownership
A talk by Fireblocks Head of APAC Stephen Richardson.
7/26
10:10AM - 10:30AM
(20min)
🎥 Fireside With Uniswap's Hayden Adams
7/26
10:45AM - 11:05AM
(20min)
LayerZero: The De Facto Standard for Cross-Chain Messaging
Blockchain interoperability enables omnichain applications to leverage the unique strengths of different blockchains, unlocking innovative functionality. LayerZero, with its guiding principles and intentional product design, has emerged as the de facto cross-chain messaging protocol for applications seeking to transmit data seamlessly between multiple chains.
7/26
11:05AM - 11:35AM
(30min)
No More Bridges: Is the Interop Age Finally Upon Us?
Interoperability promises to unlock a seamless and secure Web3 user experience. But how we get there isn't a settled question. This panel is working on technologies that could power a bridge-free future.
7/26
11:35AM - 11:45AM
(10min)
Enterprise Use Cases, Not Enterprise Blockchains: Private Applications on Public Chains
EY's blockchain lead has been in the space long enough to remember the "blockchain, not bitcoin" era, when corporations were terrified to be associated with public blockchains like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Today, we see the enterprise building applications on the tech they were once so skeptical of. Paul Brody explains how that shift happened and what's next.
7/26
11:45AM - 12:15PM
(30min)
Enterprise Is Back: Corporations That Finally Get Web3
Enterprises have been exploring blockchain for years now. But finally, we're seeing a handful of companies that really get it. From the technology to the culture, these corporations are really vibing with Web3.
7/26
12:45PM - 1:10PM
(25min)
Rest of the World: How VCs Are Deploying Capital Outside the US
As Gary has shown us, the US isn't the only game in town. From regulatory regimes to user behavior, there is an abundance of investable projects in markets around the globe. Our panel of global venture capitalists will take you through their strategies for putting money to work.
7/26
1:10PM - 1:40PM
(30min)
From DeFi to Infra: VCs Investing in the Fun (and Not So Fun) Stuff
In the midst of a crypto venture funding deep freeze, there are still deals to be done. We ask our global panel of investors what trends they're seeing, and where they're deploying capital: is it yet more dev tools and middleware plays? Or are there fun, "degen" apps that might spark the next big swing in retail adoption? We'll find out.
7/26
1:55PM - 2:10PM
(15min)
Creating a Robot Personality for a New Era of Ethical AI
SingularityNET is a decentralized marketplace for artificial intelligence. Combining two of the hottest technologies – AI and blockchain – the company is highlighting its work through Desi, a robot musician and poet tutored by a cutting-edge artist. This robot rocks!
7/26
2:10PM - 2:30PM
(20min)
The Secret to DAO Governance and Growth
MakerDAO's founder speaks on the Endgame Governance Overhaul and looks at the ways it enables greater participation through gamification, user-friendly AI tools, and parallelized growth.
7/26
2:30PM - 2:45PM
(15min)
Global Digital Asset Regulation: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Dante Disparte, Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Global Policy at stablecoin issuer Circle, surveys the evolving regulatory landscape and offers a candid assessment of what's working and what's not. Which country is finding the sweet spot when it comes to common-sense regulation that fosters innovation while protecting customers and investors? Watch this keynote to find out.
7/26
2:45PM - 3:15PM
(30min)
How to Build Successfully in Japan
There's new interest from the crypto ecosystem in the Japanese market as government leaders in the country move to bolster the technology within its borders. But there are still unique challenges that have stymied even the biggest brands, from Gemini to Coinbase. Hear from ecosystem builders and operators with a deep knowledge of Japan on what works and what doesn't.
7/26
3:15PM - 3:30PM
(15min)
Keynote by Sui
A talk by Evan Cheng, the co-founder and CEO of Mysten Labs.
7/26
3:45PM - 4:00PM
(15min)
Navigating the Web 3.0 Revolution With the Web3 Foundation
Over the past three years, the Web3 Foundation has been engaged in legal collaboration with the SEC, and now is initiating roundtable discussions with global regulators, beginning in Japan, to foster regulatory clarity and understanding in the evolving Web 3.0 landscape. CEO Bertrand Perez offers insights for fellow builders on how to engage with global policymakers.
7/26
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
In the Clouds: Why Web2 Keeps Building Web3 Infrastructure
Web2 is interested in Web3 in a variety of ways. One of the areas where Web2 businesses continue to see success is by providing infrastructure to the new and burgeoning blockchain sector. Hear from this panel of Web2 giants about their work in this area.
7/26
4:45PM - 5:15PM
(30min)
Why Big Brands Are Bullish on NFTs
The next big thing will start out looking like a toy, says a16z's Chris Dixon. That seems true for NFTs. They started out as fun collectibles for crypto-natives, but have since become the main portal for big brands exploring Web3. Our panel is working at the forefront of how brands that are household names get into Web3.
7/26
5:15PM - 5:30PM
(15min)
Web3 Cinema Announcement
7/26
5:30PM - 5:35PM
(5min)
Goodbye WebX
Thanks for joining us for two full days of insightful and inspiring content at WebX. Tell us what you thought by tweeting with the hashtag #WebX or tagging us at @WebX_Asia.
7/26
5:35PM - 5:40PM
(5min)
Closing Remarks
7/25
10:00AM - 10:30AM
(30min)
The Web3 Marketing and Wallet Solutions the Household Names Use
7/25
10:30AM - 11:00AM
(30min)
Japan as a Web3 Hub? Public and Private Sector Perspectives
MODERATOR
Noriyuki Hirosue
bitbank
CEO
Masaaki Taira
Liberal Democratic Party
Head, Project Team on Web3, LDP
Shimpei Ago
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
Director-General for Startup Policy
Mamoru Yanase
Financial Services Agency of Japan
Deputy Director-General, Strategy Development and Management Bureau
7/25
11:00AM - 11:30AM
(30min)
Will Japan Really Change Crypto Taxes? Investors Weigh In
7/25
11:30AM - 12:00PM
(30min)
Top Analysts on Where the Crypto Market Is Headed
7/25
12:15PM - 1:15PM
(60min)
Does the World Even Need Bitcoin or Web3?
7/25
1:15PM - 1:45PM
(30min)
The View From Japan: Latest Trends in Web3
7/25
2:00PM - 3:00PM
(60min)
Achieving Sustainable Play-to-Earn: New Blockchain Game Announcement
Press Release
7/25
3:00PM - 3:30PM
(30min)
7/25
3:30PM - 3:45PM
(15min)
Announcement by Astar Network
7/25
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
Why Entertainment Giants Are Entering the Metaverse
7/25
4:30PM - 5:00PM
(30min)
How Web3, AI, and the Metaverse Will Revolutionize Global Infrastructure
7/25
5:00PM - 5:15PM
(15min)
🎥 Video Address From Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura
7/25
5:15PM - 5:45PM
(30min)
Here's What's Wrong With Web3 in Japan
7/26
9:15AM - 9:20AM
(5min)
Greeting by Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry
7/26
9:30AM - 10:00AM
(30min)
7/26
10:00AM - 10:30AM
(30min)
What Stablecoin Legalization Means for Japan's Crypto and Finance Industries
法定通貨に価格が連動しつつブロックチェーンの特性を活用した資産であるステーブルコインが、2023年6月に施行された改正資金決済法にて、”電子決済手段”として日本国内で発行、流通を行えるよう整備されました。
本セッションでは「世界初のSC法制！ほんとにできる？」、「SCは〇〇Payを淘汰できるのか！？」、「SC発行の未来予想」という３つのトピックをテーマに、今回の法整備に第一線で携わられた登壇者達と共に、ステーブルコインを理解するためのポイントについてひも解きます。
7/26
10:30AM - 11:00AM
(30min)
What is the Key to Mass Adoption of Web3?
7/26
11:00AM - 11:30AM
(30min)
7/26
11:30AM - 12:00PM
(30min)
Japan's National Web3 Strategy: What Do the Next 5 Years Hold?
7/26
12:30PM - 1:30PM
(60min)
7/26
1:30PM - 2:00PM
(30min)
How Web3 Connects Fans With IP
7/26
2:00PM - 2:30PM
(30min)
The Bleeding Edge: Life-Changing Technologies in 2023
7/26
2:45PM - 3:15PM
(30min)
Japan's Biggest Banks on the Era of Digital Finance
MODERATOR
Masakazu Masujima
Mori Hamada & Matsumoto
Partner
Tatsuya Saito
MUFG Bank / Progmat
VP of Product / CEO
Hiromitsu Shimoirisa
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc.
Deputy General Manager
Kazuhiko Tajimi
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc.
Digital Innovation Department/Social Solution Team/Assistant General Manager
7/26
3:15PM - 3:45PM
(30min)
The Tech and Regulations Behind Security Token Offerings
MODERATOR
Go Masuda
Japan Security Token Association
Chairman
Eiji Kobayashi
Securitize Japan K.K.
Country Head
Haruo Narimoto
TMI Associates
Partner
Kimio Mikazuki
Osaka Digital Exchange Co., Ltd.
Representative Director & President
Kaoru Numata
Nomura Holdings, Inc.
Senior Managing Director, Digital Company
7/26
3:45PM - 4:15PM
(30min)
7/26
4:30PM - 7:30PM
(180min)
PROJECT XENO Fan Meetup
7/25
10:00AM - 10:30AM
(30min)
The Web3 Marketing and Wallet Solutions the Household Names Use
7/25
10:30AM - 11:00AM
(30min)
Japan as a Web3 Hub? Public and Private Sector Perspectives
MODERATOR
Noriyuki Hirosue
bitbank
CEO
Masaaki Taira
Liberal Democratic Party
Head, Project Team on Web3, LDP
Shimpei Ago
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
Director-General for Startup Policy
Mamoru Yanase
Financial Services Agency of Japan
Deputy Director-General, Strategy Development and Management Bureau
7/25
11:00AM - 11:30AM
(30min)
Will Japan Really Change Crypto Taxes? Investors Weigh In
7/25
11:30AM - 12:00PM
(30min)
Top Analysts on Where the Crypto Market Is Headed
7/25
12:15PM - 1:15PM
(60min)
Does the World Even Need Bitcoin or Web3?
7/25
1:15PM - 1:45PM
(30min)
The View From Japan: Latest Trends in Web3
7/25
2:00PM - 3:00PM
(60min)
Achieving Sustainable Play-to-Earn: New Blockchain Game Announcement
Press Release
7/25
3:00PM - 3:30PM
(30min)
7/25
3:30PM - 3:45PM
(15min)
Announcement by Astar Network
7/25
4:00PM - 4:30PM
(30min)
Why Entertainment Giants Are Entering the Metaverse
7/25
4:30PM - 5:00PM
(30min)
How Web3, AI, and the Metaverse Will Revolutionize Global Infrastructure
7/25
5:00PM - 5:15PM
(15min)
🎥 Video Address From Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura
7/25
5:15PM - 5:45PM
(30min)
Here's What's Wrong With Web3 in Japan
7/26
9:15AM - 9:20AM
(5min)
Greeting by Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry
7/26
9:30AM - 10:00AM
(30min)
7/26
10:00AM - 10:30AM
(30min)
What Stablecoin Legalization Means for Japan's Crypto and Finance Industries
法定通貨に価格が連動しつつブロックチェーンの特性を活用した資産であるステーブルコインが、2023年6月に施行された改正資金決済法にて、”電子決済手段”として日本国内で発行、流通を行えるよう整備されました。
本セッションでは「世界初のSC法制！ほんとにできる？」、「SCは〇〇Payを淘汰できるのか！？」、「SC発行の未来予想」という３つのトピックをテーマに、今回の法整備に第一線で携わられた登壇者達と共に、ステーブルコインを理解するためのポイントについてひも解きます。
7/26
10:30AM - 11:00AM
(30min)
What is the Key to Mass Adoption of Web3?
7/26
11:00AM - 11:30AM
(30min)
7/26
11:30AM - 12:00PM
(30min)
Japan's National Web3 Strategy: What Do the Next 5 Years Hold?
7/26
12:30PM - 1:30PM
(60min)
7/26
1:30PM - 2:00PM
(30min)
How Web3 Connects Fans With IP
7/26
2:00PM - 2:30PM
(30min)
The Bleeding Edge: Life-Changing Technologies in 2023
7/26
2:45PM - 3:15PM
(30min)
Japan's Biggest Banks on the Era of Digital Finance
MODERATOR
Masakazu Masujima
Mori Hamada & Matsumoto
Partner
Tatsuya Saito
MUFG Bank / Progmat
VP of Product / CEO
Hiromitsu Shimoirisa
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc.
Deputy General Manager
Kazuhiko Tajimi
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc.
Digital Innovation Department/Social Solution Team/Assistant General Manager
7/26
3:15PM - 3:45PM
(30min)
The Tech and Regulations Behind Security Token Offerings
MODERATOR
Go Masuda
Japan Security Token Association
Chairman
Eiji Kobayashi
Securitize Japan K.K.
Country Head
Haruo Narimoto
TMI Associates
Partner
Kimio Mikazuki
Osaka Digital Exchange Co., Ltd.
Representative Director & President
Kaoru Numata
Nomura Holdings, Inc.
Senior Managing Director, Digital Company
7/26
3:45PM - 4:15PM
(30min)
7/26
4:30PM - 7:30PM
(180min)
PROJECT XENO Fan Meetup