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Paul CHAN Mo-po, Vitalik Buterin among the Top Speakers at Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025

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Hong Kong Web3 Festival today announced the first-round speaker lineup for its upcoming 2025 edition, which will take place from 6 to 9 April, 2025. The event will bring together representatives from a broad range of experts and leaders in the Web3 space, including:

Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

Vitalik Buterin, Co-founder, Ethereum

XIAO Feng, Chairman, Wanxiang Blockchain; Chairman and CEO, HashKey Group

Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong

David Bailey, CEO, Bitcoin Magazine

Genki Oda, Chairman, Japan Virtual and Crypto assets Exchange Association

Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation

Sreeram Kannan, CEO, EigenLabs

Smokey Bera, Co-founder, Berachain

John Patrick Mullin, CEO, Mantra

Alexander Pack, Managing Partner, Hack VC

Lasse Clausen, Founding Partner, 1kx

Keywolf, Partner and CPO, SlowMist

Blue, Partner and CTO, SlowMist

Rita Liu, CEO, RD Technologies

Devon Sin, Alternate Chief Executive, ZA Bank

YU Chen, Chief Advisor, 鲲KUN

Michael, Co-founder, Brevis

Alex Rawitz, Co-founder, DIMO

Bugra Celik, Director of Digital Assets, HSBC

Stanley Huo, Partner & Head of Asia, Hivemind Capital

Terence Kwok, Founder and CEO, Humanity Protocol

Tetsuya Sanada, CEO, BlockSmith & Co.

David Lee, Chairman, Global FinTech Institute

Hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group and organized by W3ME, Hong Kong Web3 Festival is Asia’s premiere crypto gathering that convenes the world’s smartest minds in the Web3 and crypto space. Its previous editions, which took place in April 2023 and 2024, brought together over 250 exhibitors, more than 800 speakers, 80,000 visitors and 300 side events.

The Web3 Festival 2025 has forged a strategic alliance with the region’s trade statutory body, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). Furthermore, the event has revealed an impressive lineup of 2025 sponsors so far, including:

Title: OKX Web3

Platinum: CKB Eco Fund, SlowMist

Gold: Alchemy Pay, Beyond Gaming Labs, OneKey

Primary: Google CloudHotcoin, 鲲KUN

Secondary: CertiK

Tertiary: Fufuture, Keyblock Solutions, MoneyCollect, PingCap

Knowledge: Brevis

Open Stage: Primecoin

The conference will feature keynote speeches, fireside chat, and panel discussions across various forums, including PayFi session hosted by the host together with RD Technologies, DePIN session by Arkreen, Bitcoin session by CKB Eco Fund, Crypto Finance Forum 2025 by MetaEra, Web3 Security and Compliance Session by SlowMist, Web3 Scholars Conference 2025 by DRK Lab, and more.

Taking an area of over 14,000㎡at the iconic HKCEC, which is 1.5 times larger than previous ones, the conference will create an ideal networking and learning environment, with regular conference areas and exhibition spaces embracing professionals, investors, enthusiasts, and leading projects worldwide who will delve into the latest progress, solutions, trends, and policies in Web3 and crypto.

$399 tickets are available for grabs now! Secure a spot at this fabulous gathering to meet industry leaders and professionals: https://www.web3festival.org/hongkong2025/#/en

Sky is a seasoned cryptocurrency expert with a passion for blockchain technology and digital finance. With years of experience in the crypto industry, he has authored insightful articles on market trends, emerging technologies, and investment strategies. His work has been featured in leading crypto publications, helping both beginners and seasoned investors navigate the complex world of digital assets. Sky is dedicated to providing readers with accurate, up-to-date information to make informed decisions in the rapidly evolving crypto space.

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AurumX Joins Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 as Primary Exhibition Sponsor

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Hong Kong, 14th April 2026 — Hong Kong Web3 Festival is pleased to welcome AurumX as a Primary Exhibition Sponsor for its upcoming 2026 edition.

AurumX is building a next-generation, AI-driven institutional-grade global asset financial trading system. Explore more at https://aurumx.pro

Following the sellout success of its previous editions, Hong Kong Web3 Festival has announced its return on 20–23 April at HKCEC. Now in its 4th year, this four-day event will once again bring tens of thousands of Web3 professionals, investors, and enthusiasts across the globe to connect, learn and be inspired.

The four-day event will feature over 20 sessions across four stages, bringing together 200+ speakers, 100+ partners, and thousands of Web3 professionals, investors, and enthusiasts across the globe to explore trending topics in crypto finance, AI + Web3, and RWAs.

The conference will also convene top experts and leading Web3 projects to exchange ideas, share best practices and gain perspectives on today’s evolving Web3 landscape. Confirmed speakers include:

Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of  Hong Kong

Lu Weiding, Deputy to the People’s National Congress, Vice Chairman to All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, Chairman and CEO of Wanxiang Group

Mr Joseph H. L. CHAN, JP, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau, Hong Kong

Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission, Hong Kong

Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group

Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong

Vitalik Buterin, Co-Founder, Ethereum

Michael Faulkender, Professor of Finance, University of Maryland; Former Deputy Secretary, the U.S. Treasury

Yi He, Co-CEO, Binance

Richard Teng, Co-CEO, Binance

Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global

H.E. Justin Sun, Founder, TRON; Advisor, HTX; Advisor, B.AI

Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs

Seiji Yuki, Executive Managing Director, Japan Virtual and Crypto assets Exchange Association & Japan Cryptoasset Business Association

Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation

Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink

Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions

Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock

Cindy Xu, Managing Director, Head of Asia Fintech and China Financial Institutions and Governments, J.P. Morgan

Akhil Devmurari, Fintech Sector Head, APAC, Payments, J.P. Morgan

Brian Mehler, CEO, Stable

Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands

Bugra Celik, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies at Global Macro, HSBC

Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance

Franklin Bi, General Partner, Pantera Capital

John Cahill, COO, Galaxy Digital Asia

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And 200+ industry leaders from traditional finance, tech giants, and Web3 projects.

Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026

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PancakeSwap Announced as Secondary Exhibition Sponsor at Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026

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Hong Kong, 14th April 2026 — Hong Kong Web3 Festival is honored to welcome PancakeSwap as a Secondary Exhibition Sponsor for its upcoming 2026 edition.

PancakeSwap is a leading decentralized exchange. Explore more at: https://pancakeswap.finance/swap

Following the sellout success of its previous editions, Hong Kong Web3 Festival has announced its return on 20–23 April at HKCEC. Now in its 4th year, this four-day event will once again bring tens of thousands of Web3 professionals, investors, and enthusiasts across the globe to connect, learn and be inspired.

The four-day event will feature over 20 sessions across four stages, bringing together 200+ speakers, 100+ partners, and thousands of Web3 professionals, investors, and enthusiasts across the globe to explore trending topics in crypto finance, AI + Web3, and RWAs.

The conference will also convene top experts and leading Web3 projects to exchange ideas, share best practices and gain perspectives on today’s evolving Web3 landscape. Confirmed speakers include:

Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of  Hong Kong

Lu Weiding, Deputy to the People’s National Congress, Vice Chairman to All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, Chairman and CEO of Wanxiang Group

Mr Joseph H. L. CHAN, JP, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau, Hong Kong

Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission, Hong Kong

Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group

Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong

Vitalik Buterin, Co-Founder, Ethereum

Michael Faulkender, Professor of Finance, University of Maryland; Former Deputy Secretary, the U.S. Treasury

Yi He, Co-CEO, Binance

Richard Teng, Co-CEO, Binance

Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global

H.E. Justin Sun, Founder, TRON; Advisor, HTX; Advisor, B.AI

Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs

Seiji Yuki, Executive Managing Director, Japan Virtual and Crypto assets Exchange Association & Japan Cryptoasset Business Association

Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation

Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink

Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions

Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock

Cindy Xu, Managing Director, Head of Asia Fintech and China Financial Institutions and Governments, J.P. Morgan

Akhil Devmurari, Fintech Sector Head, APAC, Payments, J.P. Morgan

Brian Mehler, CEO, Stable

Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands

Bugra Celik, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies at Global Macro, HSBC

Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance

Franklin Bi, General Partner, Pantera Capital

John Cahill, COO, Galaxy Digital Asia

……

And 200+ industry leaders from traditional finance, tech giants, and Web3 projects.

Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026

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Solana Company (Nasdaq: HSDT) Announced as Co-Organizer at Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026

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Hong Kong, 14th April 2026 — Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 is honored to have Solana Company (Nasdaq: HSDT) onboard as a Co-organizer.

Solana Company (Nasdaq: HSDT) is a listed digital asset treasury dedicated to acquiring Solana (SOL), created in partnership with Pantera and Summer Capital. Focused on maximizing SOL per share by leveraging capital markets opportunities and onchain activity, Solana Company offers public market investors optimal exposure to Solana’s secular growth. Learn more: https://solanacompany.co

Following the sellout success of its previous editions, Hong Kong Web3 Festival has announced its return on 20–23 April at HKCEC. Now in its 4th year, this four-day event will once again bring tens of thousands of Web3 professionals, investors, and enthusiasts across the globe to connect, learn and be inspired.

The four-day event will feature over 20 sessions across four stages, bringing together 200+ speakers, 100+ partners, and thousands of Web3 professionals, investors, and enthusiasts across the globe to explore trending topics in crypto finance, AI + Web3, and RWAs.

The conference will also convene top experts and leading Web3 projects to exchange ideas, share best practices and gain perspectives on today’s evolving Web3 landscape. Confirmed speakers include:

Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of  Hong Kong

Lu Weiding, Deputy to the People’s National Congress, Vice Chairman to All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce, Chairman and CEO of Wanxiang Group

Mr Joseph H. L. CHAN, JP, Under Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau, Hong Kong

Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission, Hong Kong

Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group

Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong

Vitalik Buterin, Co-Founder, Ethereum

Michael Faulkender, Professor of Finance, University of Maryland; Former Deputy Secretary, the U.S. Treasury

Yi He, Co-CEO, Binance

Richard Teng, Co-CEO, Binance

Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global

H.E. Justin Sun, Founder, TRON; Advisor, HTX; Advisor, B.AI

Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs

Seiji Yuki, Executive Managing Director, Japan Virtual and Crypto assets Exchange Association & Japan Cryptoasset Business Association

Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation

Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink

Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions

Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock

Cindy Xu, Managing Director, Head of Asia Fintech and China Financial Institutions and Governments, J.P. Morgan

Akhil Devmurari, Fintech Sector Head, APAC, Payments, J.P. Morgan

Brian Mehler, CEO, Stable

Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands

Bugra Celik, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies at Global Macro, HSBC

Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance

Franklin Bi, General Partner, Pantera Capital

John Cahill, COO, Galaxy Digital Asia

……

And 200+ industry leaders from traditional finance, tech giants, and Web3 projects.

Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026

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