Thursday, 16.01.2025

Finance Day

  • Breakfast

    • 10:00 - 10:30

      Networking Breakfast

  • Block 1

    • 10:30 - 10:50

      The Evolving Role of Technology in Democratizing Global Finance

      Technology is transforming global finance, breaking down barriers, and fostering inclusion like never before. Discover how blockchain’s unique potential addresses systemic inequities, empowers underserved populations, and drives transformative change. How can these innovations reshape wealth distribution to create a fairer global financial system?

    • 11:10 - 11:35

      From Vision to Reality: Challenges and Success Stories in Blockchain-Driven Financial Inclusion

      Blockchain is more than a vision; it's a driver of real-world impact in achieving financial inclusion. Gain insights into tangible success stories and the obstacles innovators face in scaling blockchain solutions to underserved communities. What strategies and lessons can help overcome these challenges to create lasting change?

    • 11:55 - 12:25

      Digital Assets: A New Frontier for Borderless Finance

      Digital assets are reshaping global finance, fostering innovation, and enabling 24/7 access to capital. This panel examines the regulatory challenges, funding barriers, and strategic shifts required to support next-generation ventures and fully unlock their transformative potential.

  • Lunch

    • 12:50 - 14:05

      Awesome Lunch

  • Block 2

    • 14:05 - 14:30

      Balancing Innovation and Security: Risks and Regulation in the DeFi Era

      As DeFi reshapes finance, managing risks and establishing effective regulation have become critical priorities. Explore how regulators and innovators can work together to address vulnerabilities while fostering a secure and thriving DeFi ecosystem. What are the best practices for balancing innovation and stability in this fast-evolving market?

    • 14:45 - 15:30

      The Future of Finance: What’s Next for Innovation and Adoption?

      Finance is on the cusp of transformation, driven by breakthroughs in technology and evolving global policies. Hear diverse perspectives on emerging trends, investment opportunities, and the essential steps needed to foster innovation and adoption at scale. How can we build trust, collaboration, and resilience to shape the financial systems of tomorrow?

  • Networking

    • 16:15 - 17:30

      Networking Drinks

  • Evening program

    • 20:30 - 23:00

      Drinks & Dinner

  • Staci Warden
    CEO
    Algorand Foundation
  • Dr. Leemon Baird
    Co-Founder
    Hedera & Hashgraph
  • Belinda Zhou
    Founding Partner
    Sharding Capital
  • Marc Taverner
    CEO
    Xerof
  • Sandro Knöpfel
    Global Business Development Lead
    Cardano Foundation
  • Camilla McFarland
    Strategy & Operations, G-20
    G-20 Group
  • Dario Thürkauf
    PhD Candidate & Assistant
    Universität Basel
  • Mahsa Behzadi
    Senior Program Manager
    Google Switzerland
  • Lia Müller Peña
    Chief Strategy Officer
    BitGPT
  • Benjamin Richter
    Customer Engineer
    Google Cloud
  • Maria Anselmi
    Head of Division Startups and Next gen Innovators
    Innosuisse, the Swiss Innovation Agency
  • Kerem Kolcuoglu
    Digital Finance Advisor
    Government of Bermuda - Ministry of Finance
  • Anne Winston
    Director of Strategy
    Wave Digital Assets
  • Mamadou Kwidjim Toure
    Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Ubuntu Group
    Ubuntu Group
  • Nadine Gisdon
    Head Distribution & Partnerships
    Margarita Finance / Obligate
  • Sebastien Couture
    General Partner
    Interop Ventures
  • Mihai Grigore
    Director of Research, Messari
    Messari
  • Ervin Jagatic
    Product Director
    Infobip / Conversational AI
  • Nick Ducoff
    Head of Institutional Growth
    Solana Foundation
  • Richard Muirhead
    Founder
    Fabric Ventures
  • Alexander Brunner
    President
    Home of Blockchain.swiss
  • Eva Selamlar
    Head Financial Innovation Desk (FIND)
    Swiss Financial Innovation Desk (FIND) / Federal Departement of Finance
  • Dr. Andreas Glarner
    Legal Partner, Rechtsanwalt, LL.M.
    MME
  • Daniela Herrmann
    Co-Founder & Mission Leader Dynex/Moonshots
    Dynex / Dynex Moonshots
  • Chris Fabian
    Co-Founder & Co-Lead
    Giga (UNICEF+ITU)
  • Bernhard Kronfellner
    Partner & AD
    Boston Consulting Group
  • Christian Niedermueller
    Co-Founder of SMAPE Capital
    SMAPE Capital & Black Manta Capital Partners
  • Arno Pernthaler
    Chairman of the Board of Directors
    DEC Institute

Innovation Partner

Strategic Partner

Friday, 17.01.2025

Deep Tech AI

  • Breakfast

    • 10:00 - 10:30

      Networking Breakfast

  • Block 1

    • 10:30 - 10:50

      How Web3 Will Spread to Everything

      The real-world use of blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology is exploding. What will it take for it to truly reach its potential to benefit every aspect of the world? This talk will discuss how it must work with and enable Artificial Intelligence, decentralized identity, decentralized secret recovery, and the tokenization of everything of value in the world.

    • 11:10 - 11:35

      The Future of Trust in a (AI driven) Decentralized World: Navigating Opportunities and Challenges

      As crypto, blockchain, Web3, and AI continue to reshape industries, they are also revolutionizing the concept of trust in digital systems. What are the key challenges in building trust in AI-driven decentralized networks, and how can these technologies help reshape digital economies and systems?

    • 11:55 - 12:25

      Outlook 2025 and beyond: Shaping the Digital Future

      The future of AI, crypto, and blockchain holds immense promise, with the potential to reshape industries and economies over the next decade. What are the key expectations for AI, crypto, and blockchain by 2025, and how will these technologies collectively shape the digital future of industries and society?

  • Lunch

    • 12:50 - 14:05

      Networking Lunch

  • Block 2

    • 14:05 - 14:25

      The Magic of GenAI: Get inspired by the latest tricks & trends

      Embark on a journey through the fascinating world of Generative AI, where innovation meets imagination! We will cover the latest trends and "magical" capabilities of GenAI, providing insights into Google's cutting-edge research and applications. Discover how text, images, and even 3D models are revolutionizing industries and agents are redefining human-AI interaction.

    • 14:40 - 15:05

      Bringing AI, Crypto, and Blockchain to Life: Challenges and Breakthroughs in Real World Applications

      The merger of AI, crypto, and blockchain has vast potential to revolutionize every facet of life, from consumer products to global industry. Yet challenges remain in finding near-term, real world applications. Which breakthroughs are needed for these technologies to finally merge at scale, and how close are we to achieving their full potential?

    • 15:25 - 15:55

      Digital resilience, privacy and rapid innovation

      In an era of rapid technological evolution, from crypto and AI to quantum computing, businesses and societies must navigate global challenges such as climate change, geopolitical instability, and economic uncertainty. What strategies can businesses adopt to remain resilient and adaptable in the face of rapid technological change and global challenges, and how can emerging technologies contribute to building this resilience?

  • Networking

    • 16:00 - 17:30

      Networking Drinks

  • Evening program

    • 19:30 - 23:00

      Drinks & Dinner

  • Staci Warden
    CEO
    Algorand Foundation
  • Dr. Leemon Baird
    Co-Founder
    Hedera & Hashgraph
  • Belinda Zhou
    Founding Partner
    Sharding Capital
  • Marc Taverner
    CEO
    Xerof
  • Sandro Knöpfel
    Global Business Development Lead
    Cardano Foundation
  • Camilla McFarland
    Strategy & Operations, G-20
    G-20 Group
  • Dario Thürkauf
    PhD Candidate & Assistant
    Universität Basel
  • Mahsa Behzadi
    Senior Program Manager
    Google Switzerland
  • Lia Müller Peña
    Chief Strategy Officer
    BitGPT
  • Benjamin Richter
    Customer Engineer
    Google Cloud
  • Maria Anselmi
    Head of Division Startups and Next gen Innovators
    Innosuisse, the Swiss Innovation Agency
  • Kerem Kolcuoglu
    Digital Finance Advisor
    Government of Bermuda - Ministry of Finance
  • Anne Winston
    Director of Strategy
    Wave Digital Assets
  • Mamadou Kwidjim Toure
    Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Ubuntu Group
    Ubuntu Group
  • Nadine Gisdon
    Head Distribution & Partnerships
    Margarita Finance / Obligate
  • Sebastien Couture
    General Partner
    Interop Ventures
  • Mihai Grigore
    Director of Research, Messari
    Messari
  • Ervin Jagatic
    Product Director
    Infobip / Conversational AI
  • Nick Ducoff
    Head of Institutional Growth
    Solana Foundation
  • Richard Muirhead
    Founder
    Fabric Ventures
  • Alexander Brunner
    President
    Home of Blockchain.swiss
  • Eva Selamlar
    Head Financial Innovation Desk (FIND)
    Swiss Financial Innovation Desk (FIND) / Federal Departement of Finance
  • Dr. Andreas Glarner
    Legal Partner, Rechtsanwalt, LL.M.
    MME
  • Daniela Herrmann
    Co-Founder & Mission Leader Dynex/Moonshots
    Dynex / Dynex Moonshots
  • Chris Fabian
    Co-Founder & Co-Lead
    Giga (UNICEF+ITU)
  • Bernhard Kronfellner
    Partner & AD
    Boston Consulting Group
  • Christian Niedermueller
    Co-Founder of SMAPE Capital
    SMAPE Capital & Black Manta Capital Partners
  • Arno Pernthaler
    Chairman of the Board of Directors
    DEC Institute

Innovation Partner

Strategic Partner