Australian Blockchain Week

About The Event

The Decentralised Renaissance

Embarking on a new era of growth and innovation, the blockchain industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace – join us at Blockchain Week 2023 to explore the latest developments and chart a course for the future of blockchain technology, digital currency & Web3.

5 days of exclusive online and in-real-life events including a launch, roundtables, live panels, fireside chats, a Fringe Festival, NFT art galleries, afterparties, workshops, debates, labs and more—in Australia’s biggest national Blockchain Week of the year.

Australian Blockchain Week in the numbers:

• 5+ Days
• 150+ Speakers
• 5+ Countries
• 70+ Events
• 2500+ Registrations
• 100000 Social Impressions

Agenda

Monday, 26th June - Opening & Conference (Sydney)

A dynamic and informative day filled with engaging discussions, valuable networking opportunities, and expert insights into the rapidly-evolving blockchain and digital asset industry. An exploration of finance, regulation, technology, and society, fostering innovative discussions shaping the future of the industry.

Topics include:

• The Evolution of Banking
• Revolutionising Payment Systems
• The Future of Digital Currency Exchanges
• Strategies for Navigating Disruption

Tuesday, 27th June - Web3 Fringe Festival & Industry Day

A day of interactive workshops and experiences, featuring Blockchain Based Gaming, an NFT Creators Lab, and a Hands-On Experiences, offering attendees the opportunity to play, explore, and build with blockchain technology.

Events include:

• Industry Led Events
• Interactive & Experiential Experiences
• Stakeholder Driven Exploratory Labs

Wednesday, 28th June Web3 Innovation & Growth (Brisbane)

Join the world’s largest Web3 classroom at the Blockchain and Digital Asset Conference in Brisbane. Day 3 is dedicated to careers, education, entrepreneurship, innovation, capital raising and startups.

Topics include:

• Education
• Builders
• Protocols
• Careers
• Startups

Thursday, 26th June - International Perspectives (Online)

A day of international perspectives, featuring keynote addresses and panel discussions exploring the regulatory landscapes of Asia, Europe, America, and Australia.

Topics include:

• Global Regulatory Framework
• Exploring US Digital Asset Regulation
• Navigating Consumer Protection
• Defining the Australian Regulatory Perimeter
• Understanding the Tax Implications of Web3
• Meeting global AML/CFT Standards
• An Overview of the European Blockchain Landscape

Friday, 29th June - Exploration, Disruption & The Path Forward (Melbourne)

A deep dive into the big ideas driving the intersection between Blockchain, gaming, music, the metaverse &, AI.

Topics include:

• Big Ideas
• The Vision
• The Great DAO Debate
• The Official Afterparty

Speakers

Blockchain Week features a dynamic mix of pioneering technology, academics, executives & government leaders who are shaping the blockchain and digital assets landscape in Australia:

• Caitlin Long - Avanti Financial Group
• Ryan McCall - Zerocap
• Gracy Chen - Bitget
• Paul Stonham - ASX
• Commissioner Hester M. Peirce - U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
• Sophie Gilder - CBA
• Hannah Beazley MLA - Parliament of Western Australia
• Howard Silby - NAB
• Jonathan Hatch - ASIC
• Dilip Rao - Digital Finance CRC
• Stephanie Bazley - AirTree
• Trevor Power - Commonwealth Treasury
• Michael Bacina - Piper Alderman
• Greg Valles - Valles Accountants
• Caroline Bowler - BTC Markets
• Robbie Ferguson - Immutable
• Dan Chesterman - ASX
• Chloe White - Genesis Block
• Michael Shaulov - Fireblocks
• Sunil Senapati - XDC Network
• Nigel Dobson - ANZ
• Joni Pirovich - Blockchain & Digital Assets
• Karti Mahendran - Deloitte
• Jonathon Miller - Kraken Australia
• Zunilka C. Whitnall - UNICEF
• Schellie-Jayne Price - Stirling and Rose
• Kevin Coutinho - Layer One X
• Anya Nova - Power Ledger
• ... and more!