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Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 is honored to have TRON onboard as a Title Sponsor.

TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps.
Founded in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON blockchain has experienced significant growth since its MainNet launch in May 2018. Today, TRON is one of the largest networks for USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin circulation, with an on-chain supply exceeding $85.4 billion. As of April 2026, the TRON blockchain has recorded over 374 million in total user accounts, more than 13.62billion in total transactions, and over $22billion in total value locked (TVL), based on TRONSCAN. Recognized as the global settlement layer for stablecoin transactions and everyday purchases with proven success, TRON is “Moving Trillions, Empowering Billions.” Read more at: https://trondao.org/
Hong Kong Web3 Festival (“Web3 Festival”), co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group, is Asia’s premiere crypto conference since 2023. The previous editions brought together over 350 exhibitors and more than 1,200 speakers for in-depth discussions, attracted a cumulative total of 100,000 visitors, and saw over 400 diverse side events. It has solidified its status as a leading crypto event, influencing Hong Kong’s Web3 landscape.
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.
Web3 Festival 2026 has set the agenda for Web3 growth and innovation, focusing mainly on traditional finance and 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.
Featured speakers include:
Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of  Hong Kong
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
Michael Faulkender, Professor of Finance, University of Maryland
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
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
Henrique Centieiro, CIO, Maverick Capital
John Cahill, COO, Galaxy Digital Asia
Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 is honored to have Kaspa Ecosystem Foundation onboard as Speaker & VIP Lounge Sponsor.

Kaspa Ecosystem Foundation is dedicated to fostering the development, adoption, and sustainability for the Kaspa ecosystem. Kaspa utilizes the GHOSTDAG protocol, a generalization of Nakamoto Consensus, and is the fastest Proof-of-Work network that will soon enable native programmability. Read more at: https://kaspafoundation.org
Hong Kong Web3 Festival (“Web3 Festival”), co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group, is Asia’s premiere crypto conference since 2023. The previous editions brought together over 350 exhibitors and more than 1,200 speakers for in-depth discussions, attracted a cumulative total of 100,000 visitors, and saw over 400 diverse side events. It has solidified its status as a leading crypto event, influencing Hong Kong’s Web3 landscape.
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.
Web3 Festival 2026 has set the agenda for Web3 growth and innovation, focusing mainly on traditional finance and 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.
Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 is proud to welcome BytePlus as a Gold Sponsor.

BytePlus is an enterprise AI platform that helps developers build AI agents at scale. As the enterprise services arm of ByteDance, BytePlus delivers cutting-edge models, multimodal intelligence, and AI computing optimized infrastructure in a modular stack. BytePlus powers vertical-specific use cases across discovery, interaction, and conversion. More: https://www.byteplus.com/en
Hong Kong Web3 Festival (“Web3 Festival”), co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group, is Asia’s premiere crypto conference since 2023. The previous editions brought together over 350 exhibitors and more than 1,200 speakers for in-depth discussions, attracted a cumulative total of 100,000 visitors, and saw over 400 diverse side events. It has solidified its status as a leading crypto event, influencing Hong Kong’s Web3 landscape.
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.
Web3 Festival 2026 has set the agenda for Web3 growth and innovation, focusing mainly on traditional finance and 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.
Featured speakers include:
Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission
Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group
Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong
Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global
Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs
Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation
Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink
Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions
Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock
Phil Kang, CEO, ZR Financial Group
Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands
Bugra Celik, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies at Global Macro, HSBC
Robert Lui, Deloitte China Hong Kong Digital Asset Leader; Member of Task Force on Promoting Web3 Development
DIAO Zhihai, Head of International Business of Wealth Management, CICC
Gavin Wang, Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer, SNZ Holding & SNZ Capital
David Lee, Chairman, Global FinTech Institute
Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance
Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 is proud to welcome SignalPlus as a Title Sponsor.

SignalPlus is a venture-backed technology company building institutional-grade infrastructure for financial and digital asset derivatives markets. Founded in 2021 by leading Wall Street and technology veterans, the platform delivers a comprehensive suite of pricing, analytics, execution algorithms, and volatility hedging tools — purpose-built for professional trading desks, market makers, and financial institutions that demand precision at scale.
Powered by an industry-grade quantitative engine covering the full derivatives spectrum — from vanilla options to exotics — SignalPlus provides the foundational trading layer that allows institutions to launch, scale, and optimize complex trading operations from day one.
Trusted by a global network of top-tier financial institutions and leading investors, their vision is to bridge traditional capital markets with 24/7 trading environments, revolutionizing the industry through a frontier suite of automated, scalable, and agentic-driven trading infrastructure. More: https://www.signalplus.com/
Hong Kong Web3 Festival (“Web3 Festival”), co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group, is Asia’s premiere crypto conference since 2023. The previous editions brought together over 350 exhibitors and more than 1,200 speakers for in-depth discussions, attracted a cumulative total of 100,000 visitors, and saw over 400 diverse side events. It has solidified its status as a leading crypto event, influencing Hong Kong’s Web3 landscape.
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.
Web3 Festival 2026 has set the agenda for Web3 growth and innovation, focusing mainly on traditional finance and 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.
Featured speakers include:
Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission
Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group
Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong
Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global
Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs
 
Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation
Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink
Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions
Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock
Phil Kang, CEO, ZR Financial Group
Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands
Bugra Celik, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies at Global Macro, HSBC
Robert Lui, Deloitte China Hong Kong Digital Asset Leader; Member of Task Force on Promoting Web3 Development
DIAO Zhihai, Head of International Business of Wealth Management, CICC
Gavin Wang, Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer, SNZ Holding & SNZ Capital
David Lee, Chairman, Global FinTech Institute
Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance

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

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 is honored to welcome MEET48 as a Diamond Sponsor.

MEET48 is building a platform dedicated to virtual idols and Al-Web5 entertainment. Learn more: https://meet48.com
Hong Kong Web3 Festival (“Web3 Festival”), co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group, is Asia’s premiere crypto conference since 2023. The previous editions brought together over 350 exhibitors and more than 1,200 speakers for in-depth discussions, attracted a cumulative total of 100,000 visitors, and saw over 400 diverse side events. It has solidified its status as a leading crypto event, influencing Hong Kong’s Web3 landscape.
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.
Web3 Festival 2026 has set the agenda for Web3 growth and innovation, focusing mainly on traditional finance and 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.
Featured speakers include:
Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission
Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group
Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong
Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global
Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs
Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation
Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink
Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions
Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock
Phil Kang, CEO, ZR Financial Group
Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands
Bugra Celik, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies at Global Macro, HSBC
Robert Lui, Deloitte China Hong Kong Digital Asset Leader; Member of Task Force on Promoting Web3 Development
DIAO Zhihai, Head of International Business of Wealth Management, CICC
Gavin Wang, Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer, SNZ Holding & SNZ Capital
David Lee, Chairman, Global FinTech Institute
Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance.
Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026

Cyberscope, the Web3 security subsidiary of TAC InfoSec Ltd. (NSE: TAC), said it has entered into a strategic partnership with MarketAcross, a global Web3 PR and marketing agency, as the company looks to connect security validation more directly with how blockchain projects communicate and establish credibility in the market.
The collaboration is focused on connecting technical assurance with public-facing positioning, helping blockchain projects bring stronger security credibility into how they communicate, launch, and grow. With scrutiny increasing across the market, security maturity and compliance readiness now carry more weight in how projects are evaluated.
MarketAcross works with blockchain companies on media relations, content strategy, and global campaign execution. Through this partnership, Cyberscope will get support for projects with smart contract audits, protocol risk assessments, and KYC validation, which can be integrated alongside broader PR and marketing initiatives.
The partnership introduces a model where security validation becomes part of how projects present themselves to users, investors, and ecosystem stakeholders, rather than remaining confined to technical documentation or backend processes.
For Cyberscope, the collaboration reflects a broader effort to extend its role beyond technical security delivery and into the trust layer of Web3 ecosystems. By working alongside a communications partner, the company is positioning its audit and compliance capabilities as inputs into how projects are evaluated, discovered, and adopted.
From a commercial perspective, this approach could support a more consistent flow of security engagements linked to campaign cycles, token launches, and ecosystem announcements. As projects compete for visibility in an increasingly crowded market, independently validated security is becoming an important differentiator in driving user confidence and investor interest.
The move builds on Cyberscope’s ongoing efforts to align with key players across the blockchain ecosystem. The company is already active within the TON ecosystem, a fast-growing Layer 1 blockchain network, and has previously announced a collaboration with Circle, the issuer of USDC, focused on supporting secure and compliant digital asset infrastructure.
“Visibility in Web3 is increasingly tied to credibility,” said Saransh Rawat, CTO at TAC Security and President of Cyberscope. “ And so, security validation is becoming an integral part of how projects build trust in the market. Our partnership with MarketAcross is aimed at bridging that gap between technical assurance and how projects communicate with their stakeholders.”
The partnership comes as the digital asset industry faces growing scrutiny from regulators and institutional participants, both of which are placing greater emphasis on transparency, auditability, and risk management. As a result, security providers are playing a more visible role in shaping how projects are perceived externally, not just how they operate internally.
Cyberscope continues to expand its footprint across global blockchain ecosystems, with capabilities spanning smart contract auditing, protocol assurance, and compliance. TAC InfoSec has also filed an F-1 registration statement in the U.S. in connection with a proposed public listing, reflecting broader efforts to scale its cybersecurity and Web3 security businesses globally.
About Cyberscope Web3 Security, Inc.
Cyberscope, a TAC Security Company, is a leading provider of Web3 security, smart contract auditing, and compliance solutions, serving a global client base across decentralized finance, blockchain, and digital asset ecosystems. Founded in 2023, the company has completed over 2,700 smart contract audits and 500+ KYC verifications, securing more than $2 billion in digital assets for over 3,000 clients. Cyberscope combines automated and manual analysis to deliver high-quality security assessments and is recognized across major Web3 platforms for its speed, reliability, and technical depth.
About TAC Security (TAC InfoSec Limited) – NSE: TAC
TAC Security is a publicly listed global cybersecurity company specializing in vulnerability management. Serving 10,000+ clients across 100+ countries, the company is among the world’s largest vulnerability management providers by client count. Its flagship platform, ESOF (Enterprise Security in One Framework), enables cyber risk quantification, vulnerability assessment, and AI-driven security analysis. TAC Security holds certifications including CREST, PCI ASV, and ISO standards, and partners with global technology companies such as Google, Microsoft, and Meta.
For more details, please contact: 
Group Corporate Communications | TAC Security | media@tacsecurity.com

Cyberscope Web3-Sicherheitspartner mit Lunar Strategy, um Sicherheit im Kern der Web3-Wachstumsumsetzung zu positionieren.
Cyberscope, die Web3-Sicherheitstochtergesellschaft von TAC InfoSec Ltd. (NSE: TAC), hat eine strategische Partnerschaft mit Lunar Strategy geschlossen, da das Unternehmen die Sicherheitsvalidierung enger mit der Skalierung und Markteinführung von Blockchain-Projekten in Einklang bringen möchte.
Die Zusammenarbeit positioniert Cyberscope, um sich mit Projekten zu engagieren, die mit Lunar Strategy arbeiten, insbesondere während der Vorbereitung auf Phasen mit hohem Wachstum, einschließlich Kampagnen zur Nutzerakquise, Token-Launches und der Expansion des Ökosystems. An diesen Wendepunkten wird die Sicherheit zunehmend zusammen mit der Produktbereitschaft und der Marktstrategie bewertet, anstatt als eigenständige technische Übung.

GOPAW, a newly launched pet lifestyle platform designed exclusively for Hong Kong pet owners, has officially launched to address a long-standing local frustration: scattered, fragmented pet information across the internet.
What is GOPAW
For too long, Hong Kong pet owners have struggled to find reliable, consolidated information. Useful tips, recommendations, and community discussions are spread across different websites, forums, and social media pages, making it time-consuming and stressful to plan for pets or connect with other owners.
GOPAW was created to solve this by building a focused, feeling-oriented platform dedicated solely to pet owners — a single space where everything pet-related lives in one place, and users can truly relate, share, and support one another.
Core Features
The platform integrates five carefully designed core modules to cover every aspect of modern pet life:
Hong Kong Pet Location Database
Featuring over 1000 pet-friendly spots across the city, including shopping malls, restaurants, veterinary clinics, grooming salons, pet hotels, and parks. Users can easily search, filter, and navigate to suitable locations with just a few taps.
Pet Social & Events Community
A warm and engaged space for pet parents to share daily moments and photos, exchange care experiences, and join or organise both online and offline pet gatherings, group walks, and themed activities.
Pet Health Manager
Customisable health profiles allow owners to record weight, vaccination schedules, medications, and check-up history. Smart reminders help ensure pets receive consistent, responsible care.
Neighborhood Pet Parent Connection
Location-based matching helps users find nearby pet owners based on pet type, personality, and habits, making it easier to arrange playdates and share daily experiences.
Pet Playmate Matching
A unique swipe-to-match feature allows users to connect their pets with potential playmates. By swiping, owners can find compatible pets based on breed, age, and temperament, fostering socialisation for their furry friends and building connections with fellow pet parents.
GOPAW supports Hong Kong’s ongoing efforts to build a more pet-friendly, harmonious city. By promoting responsible pet ownership, consolidating pet-friendly venue information, and encouraging respectful pet interactions, the platform complements government initiatives that enhance animal welfare and improve public spaces for pets and people alike. It also supports the healthy development of a considerate, well-informed pet community.
GOPAW’s web version is now open for public access, with the full mobile app coming soon to major app stores for Android and Iphone users.
“Hong Kong pet owners have long lacked a dedicated, consolidated space where they can discuss, share, and connect around their beloved pets,” said Globbie, founder of GOPAW. “Our vision is to ‘Make Every Moment of Companionship Better’. GOPAW is not just a tool — it is a heartfelt community built for pet owners, by people who understand pets.”
Future Vision
Looking ahead, GOPAW will continue to expand its list of pet-friendly partners (aiming to grow beyond 1000 spots), refine user experience, and introduce more community-focused features. The platform plans to deepen collaborations with local pet businesses, welfare organisations, and community groups to build a complete, supportive pet lifestyle ecosystem in Hong Kong.
The GOPAW web version is now available, and users are welcome to explore the new era of simplified, connected pet parenting. For updates, partnerships, or more details, please visit the official website or follow GOPAW on social media.

🌐 https://gopaw.io/
📸 Instagram: @GoPaw.official
📘 Facebook: GOPAW Official
🐦 X: @GoPawOfficial
About GOPAW
GOPAW is a one-stop pet lifestyle platform built exclusively for Hong Kong pet owners. By consolidating fragmented information, building a feeling-oriented community, and integrating location guides, social interaction, health management, neighborhood connections, and pet playmate matching, GOPAW creates a unified, supportive space for every pet parent in the city.

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 is proud to announce Bitfire Group as a Diamond Sponsor.

Under a high-standard regulatory framework, Bitfire Group has established a globalized Web3 ecosystem centered in Hong Kong with an expanding international footprint. Its core business pillars include Bitfire Premium, a world-leading private banking-grade digital wealth steward, and BitTrade, a licensed digital asset exchange in Japan.
Dedicated to the advancement of digital financial infrastructure, Bitfire Group provides one-stop, private banking-grade, and full-lifecycle digital asset wealth management services to high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), family offices, and institutional clients. The Group is committed to becoming a preeminent global leader in the digital asset industry. More information: https://bitfire.com/
Hong Kong Web3 Festival (“Web3 Festival”), co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group, is Asia’s premiere crypto conference since 2023. The previous editions brought together over 350 exhibitors and more than 1,200 speakers for in-depth discussions, attracted a cumulative total of 100,000 visitors, and saw over 400 diverse side events. It has solidified its status as a leading crypto event, influencing Hong Kong’s Web3 landscape.
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.
Web3 Festival 2026 has set the agenda for Web3 growth and innovation, focusing mainly on traditional finance and 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.
Featured speakers include:
Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission
Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group
Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong
Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global
Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs
Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation
Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink
Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions
Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock
Phil Kang, CEO, ZR Financial Group
Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands
Bugra Celik, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies at Global Macro, HSBC
Robert Lui, Deloitte China Hong Kong Digital Asset Leader; Member of Task Force on Promoting Web3 Development
DIAO Zhihai, Head of International Business of Wealth Management, CICC
Gavin Wang, Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer, SNZ Holding & SNZ Capital
David Lee, Chairman, Global FinTech Institute
Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance
Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026

Das Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 ist stolz darauf, die ZA Bank als Diamantsponsor anzukündigen.


Die ZA Bank ist Hongkongs №1 Digitalbank. Weitere Informationen: https://bank.za.group
Das Hong Kong Web3 Festival („Web3 Festival“), co-ausgerichtet von den Wanxiang Blockchain Labs und der HashKey Group, ist seit 2023 die führende Krypto-Konferenz in Asien. Die vorherigen Ausgaben vereinten über 350 Aussteller und mehr als 1.200 Referenten für vertiefende Diskussionen, zogen insgesamt 100.000 Besucher an und boten über 400 vielfältige Nebenveranstaltungen. Es hat seinen Status als führende Krypto-Veranstaltung gefestigt und beeinflusst die Web3-Landschaft von Hongkong.

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 is honored to welcome AltLayer as a Gold Sponsor.

AltLayer builds infrastructure and autonomous agents for interacting with on-chain systems. Explore blockchain data, automate workflows, and build intelligent applications on decentralized networks: https://altlayer.io
Hong Kong Web3 Festival (“Web3 Festival”), co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group, is Asia’s premiere crypto conference since 2023. The previous editions brought together over 350 exhibitors and more than 1,200 speakers for in-depth discussions, attracted a cumulative total of 100,000 visitors, and saw over 400 diverse side events. It has solidified its status as a leading crypto event, influencing Hong Kong’s Web3 landscape.
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.
Web3 Festival 2026 has set the agenda for Web3 growth and innovation, focusing mainly on traditional finance and 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.
Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026

Früher Zugang jetzt verfügbar für fortgeschrittene Händler – Melden Sie sich für die QuantPilot-Warteliste an: quantpilot.com
3Commas, ein Anbieter von Krypto-Handelsautomatisierung, hat QuantPilot eingeführt, eine KI-gesteuerte Plattform, die darauf ausgelegt ist, die Entwicklung und Ausführung quantitativer Handelsstrategien zu optimieren. Das Unternehmen hat eine Warteliste für den frühen Zugang unter quantpilot.com eröffnet, die sich an erfahrene Händler und Marktteilnehmer richtet, die fortschrittliche Werkzeuge ohne Programmieranforderungen suchen.

Der Start spiegelt einen breiteren Wandel in den Krypto-Märkten hin zu Automatisierung und datengestützter Entscheidungsfindung wider, wo Einzelhändler zunehmend Fähigkeiten suchen, die traditionell Hedgefonds und eigenen Handelsfirmen vorbehalten sind.

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 is honored to welcome Conflux as a Secondary Exhibition Sponsor.

Conflux builds the L1 infrastructure for seamless payments, global remittances, and decentralized finance. More: https://confluxnetwork.org/zh
Hong Kong Web3 Festival (“Web3 Festival”), co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group, is Asia’s premiere crypto conference since 2023. The previous editions brought together over 350 exhibitors and more than 1,200 speakers for in-depth discussions, attracted a cumulative total of 100,000 visitors, and saw over 400 diverse side events. It has solidified its status as a leading crypto event, influencing Hong Kong’s Web3 landscape.
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.
Web3 Festival 2026 has set the agenda for Web3 growth and innovation, focusing mainly on traditional finance and 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.
Featured speakers include:
Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission
Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group
Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong
Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global
Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs
Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation
Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink
Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions
Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock
Phil Kang, CEO, ZR Financial Group
Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands
Bugra Celik, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies at Global Macro, HSBC
Robert Lui, Deloitte China Hong Kong Digital Asset Leader; Member of Task Force on Promoting Web3 Development
DIAO Zhihai, Head of International Business of Wealth Management, CICC
Gavin Wang, Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer, SNZ Holding & SNZ Capital
David Lee, Chairman, Global FinTech Institute
Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance
Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026
 

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 is honored to welcome WEEX Labs as a Primary Exhibition Sponsor.

WEEX Labs is an independent research and insights initiative focused on developments in blockchain technology, digital infrastructure, market structure, and data-driven technologies relevant to the digital asset ecosystem. Its work examines industry trends, technological developments, and emerging use cases in areas such as blockchain innovation, automation tools, and AI-related analytical methods.
WEEX Labs aims to contribute objective and accessible research materials, commentary, and high-level industry observations for general informational and educational purposes. Its publications are intended to support discussion and understanding of innovation in the Web3 ecosystem and should not be understood as investment advice, trading advice, legal advice, or a recommendation regarding any asset, service, platform, or strategy. More: https://weex.com
Hong Kong Web3 Festival (“Web3 Festival”), co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group, is Asia’s premiere crypto conference since 2023. The previous editions brought together over 350 exhibitors and more than 1,200 speakers for in-depth discussions, attracted a cumulative total of 100,000 visitors, and saw over 400 diverse side events. It has solidified its status as a leading crypto event, influencing Hong Kong’s Web3 landscape.
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.
Web3 Festival 2026 has set the agenda for Web3 growth and innovation, focusing mainly on traditional finance and 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.
Featured speakers include:
Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission
Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group
Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong
Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global
Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs
Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation
Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink
Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions
Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock
Phil Kang, CEO, ZR Financial Group
Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands
Bugra Celik, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies at Global Macro, HSBC
Robert Lui, Deloitte China Hong Kong Digital Asset Leader; Member of Task Force on Promoting Web3 Development
DIAO Zhihai, Head of International Business of Wealth Management, CICC
Gavin Wang, Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer, SNZ Holding & SNZ Capital
David Lee, Chairman, Global FinTech Institute
Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance
Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026 is honored to welcome Web3 Leader Programme as a Platinum Sponsor.

Co-organised by the Global Fintech Institute, HashKey Group, and Frontier Technology Institute, the programme deepened cross-sector understanding of how regulation, technology, and leadership shape the evolving Web3 ecosystem — fostering collaboration among the next generation of fintech leaders.
Hong Kong Web3 Festival (“Web3 Festival”), co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group, is Asia’s premiere crypto conference since 2023. The previous editions brought together over 350 exhibitors and more than 1,200 speakers for in-depth discussions, attracted a cumulative total of 100,000 visitors, and saw over 400 diverse side events. It has solidified its status as a leading crypto event, influencing Hong Kong’s Web3 landscape.
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.
Web3 Festival 2026 has set the agenda for Web3 growth and innovation, focusing mainly on traditional finance and 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.
Featured speakers include:
Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission
Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group
Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong
Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global
Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs
Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation
Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink
Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions
Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock
Phil Kang, CEO, ZR Financial Group
Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands
Bugra Celik, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies at Global Macro, HSBC
Robert Lui, Deloitte China Hong Kong Digital Asset Leader; Member of Task Force on Promoting Web3 Development
DIAO Zhihai, Head of International Business of Wealth Management, CICC
Gavin Wang, Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer, SNZ Holding & SNZ Capital
David Lee, Chairman, Global FinTech Institute
Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance
Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026

EverForward Trading hat angekündigt, dass Brian Ferdinand, Portfolio-Manager und Trader bei der Firma, ausgewählt wurde, um dem angesehenen Forbes Finance Development Council beizutreten, einer Einladung-only Gemeinschaft von Führungskräften im Finanzbereich, die von Forbes kuratiert wird.
Diese Anerkennung markiert einen entscheidenden Moment sowohl für Ferdinand
als auch für EverForward Trading, was einen fortgesetzten Anstieg des Einflusses innerhalb der globalen Finanzlandschaft signalisiert und den Ruf der Firma für diszipliniertes, prozessorientiertes Trading verstärkt.
Eine hoch selektive Finanzgemeinschaft

Die führende E-Commerce-Plattform in Lateinamerika, MercadoLibre, bereitet Berichten zufolge die Einstellung ihrer auf Belohnungen basierenden Kryptowährung, Mercado Coin, vor. Laut aktuellen Berichten plant das Unternehmen, seine Strategie für digitale Vermögenswerte zu ändern und möglicherweise von anreizbasierten Token zu skalierbareren finanziellen Lösungen überzugehen.
Mercado Coin wurde ursprünglich als Teil des Loyalitätsökosystems von MercadoLibre eingeführt, das es den Nutzern ermöglicht, durch Käufe und Engagement innerhalb der Plattform Token zu verdienen. Allerdings scheinen sich die sich entwickelnden Marktbedingungen und regulatorischen Überlegungen auf die Entscheidung ausgewirkt zu haben, das Programm einzustellen.

In an era where credibility is often diluted by noise, Brian Ferdinand stands out
by operating in two demanding arenas simultaneously: managing capital in live
markets and contributing thought leadership through the Forbes Business
Development Council.
As a portfolio manager at EverForward, Ferdinand’s primary discipline is execution—deploying capital, managing risk, and navigating volatility in real time. Alongside that, he has cultivated a growing presence as a contributor within Forbes’ executive network, where ideas—not capital—are the currency.
From Market Signals to Published Insights
For Ferdinand, writing is not a separate endeavor from trading—it is an extension of it.
Portfolio management requires the ability to process incomplete information, identify asymmetric opportunities, and act decisively under uncertainty. These same principles underpin his contributions to Forbes. His articles consistently focus on risk management, decision-making, and structured thinking in volatile environments—areas where theoretical knowledge alone is insufficient.
What distinguishes his perspective is that it is grounded in active market participation. Unlike purely academic commentary, Ferdinand’s insights are shaped by real-time exposure to the very risks and dynamics he writes about. This lends a level of immediacy and practicality that resonates with professionals navigating similarly complex environments.
The Discipline Behind Writing for Forbes
Publishing through the Forbes Business Development Council is not a casual endeavor. The platform maintains a structured and selective process designed to preserve quality and credibility. Contributors are chosen based on professional achievement and demonstrated expertise, and they are expected to deliver high-level, experience-driven insights.
Ferdinand’s work aligns naturally with these expectations. His writing reflects a framework-driven approach to decision-making under pressure—an essential principle in both trading and leadership. Rather than offering abstract opinions, he presents structured ways of thinking that can be applied across industries.
Readers exploring his contributions will find a consistent emphasis on clarity, discipline, and repeatable processes—qualities that define both effective portfolio management and impactful thought leadership.
Real-Time Credibility in a High-Stakes Environment
What truly differentiates Ferdinand’s voice is the alignment between what he writes and what he executes.
At EverForward, he leads portfolio management and trading strategy with a
focus on disciplined execution, structured risk management, and repeatable
decision frameworks. This operational role ensures that his ideas are not
theoretical—they are continuously tested against real-world outcomes.
This dynamic creates a powerful feedback loop:
Market experience informs written insightWriting sharpens strategic clarityClearer thinking enhances execution
The result is a form of thought
leadership that evolves in tandem with market conditions. His perspectives are
not static—they are refined through constant interaction with uncertainty,
volatility, and performance accountability.
Expanding Reach Beyond Forbes
While Forbes provides a powerful publishing platform, the reach of Ferdinand’s insights often extends further. High-quality contributions are frequently redistributed across major media aggregators such as MSN, exposing his ideas to a broader, global audience.
This amplification allows his perspectives on markets, risk, and decision-making to reach beyond finance professionals. Operators, entrepreneurs, and leaders across industries can apply his structured frameworks to their own high-stakes environments.
In this way, Ferdinand’s work transcends traditional financial commentary, becoming relevant to anyone responsible for making decisions under uncertainty.
Thought Leadership Backed by Execution
Ferdinand represents a more rigorous model of modern thought leadership—one grounded in active participation rather than passive observation.
His dual role underscores a critical principle: platforms like Forbes amplify credibility—they do not create it.
By combining real-world portfolio management at EverForward with structured contributions to the Forbes Business Development Council, he brings a practitioner’s voice to a platform often dominated by theory. This balance enhances both the substance and the relevance of his insights.
The Takeaway
Brian Ferdinand’s trajectory highlights a broader shift in how expertise is communicated in today’s landscape. The most impactful voices are no longer those who simply analyze from a distance, but those who can both execute at a high level and clearly articulate why their approach works.
Through his work in the markets and his writing for Forbes, Ferdinand exemplifies this evolution—translating live decision-making into durable, actionable insight.
Contact Details:
Company: EverForward Trading
Contact Name: EverForward Trading
Email: Info@everforwardtrading.com

Hong Kong Web3 Festival is honored to welcome CF Blockchain as a Secondary Exhibition Sponsor.

CF Blockchain focuses on the authority and professional information and services of fintech, artificial intelligence, digital currency and blockchain industries.
Hong Kong Web3 Festival (“Web3 Festival”), co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group, is Asia’s premiere crypto conference since 2023. The previous editions brought together over 350 exhibitors and more than 1,200 speakers for in-depth discussions, attracted a cumulative total of 100,000 visitors, and saw over 400 diverse side events. It has solidified its status as a leading crypto event, influencing Hong Kong’s Web3 landscape.
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.
Web3 Festival 2026 has set the agenda for Web3 growth and innovation, focusing mainly on traditional finance and 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.
Featured speakers include:
Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
Dr. YIP Chee Hang, Executive Director of Intermediaries, Securities and Futures Commission
Xiao Feng, Chairman of Wanxiang Blockchain, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group
Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong
Lennix Lai, Chief Commercial Officer, OKX Global
Adeniyi Abiodun, Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Mysten Labs
Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation
Joseph Chalom, CEO, Sharplink
Francis B. Zhou, CEO, Quantum Solutions
Abdelhamid Bizid, Managing Director, BlackRock
Phil Kang, CEO, ZR Financial Group
Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Chairman, Animoca Brands
Bugra Celik, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies at Global Macro, HSBC
Robert Lui, Deloitte China Hong Kong Digital Asset Leader; Member of Task Force on Promoting Web3 Development
DIAO Zhihai, Head of International Business of Wealth Management, CICC
Don Ng, Director, Digital Assets, China Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited
Gavin Wang, Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer, SNZ Holding & SNZ Capital
David Lee, Chairman, Global FinTech Institute
Min Lin, Managing Director, Head of Global Business Development at Ondo Finance
Join Hong Kong Web3 Festival on April 20–23 and be part of an epic Web3 journey: https://luma.com/hkweb3festival_2026

Introduction

EverForward Trading has announced a significant achievement as Brian
Ferdinand, Portfolio Manager and Trader at the firm, has been selected to join the prestigious Forbes Finance Council. This invitation-only community, curated by Forbes, brings together some of the most accomplished leaders in the global financial industry. Ferdinand’s inclusion marks an important milestone not only in his professional journey but also in the continued growth and recognition of EverForward Trading.
About the Forbes Finance Council
The Forbes Finance Council is widely regarded as a leading network of senior level finance executives, investors, and industry operators. Members are carefully selected through a rigorous evaluation process that assesses their professional accomplishments, leadership track record, and depth of expertise within the financial sector. Being invited to join this council is a strong endorsement of an individual’s influence and credibility in shaping how capital is managed and deployed across global markets.
This exclusive platform enables members to exchange insights, collaborate on ideas, and contribute to thought leadership that impacts financial decision-making at the highest levels. It serves as a bridge between practical market experience and strategic financial leadership, fostering meaningful discussions on emerging trends, risks, and opportunities.
Brian Ferdinand’s Role and Expertise
Brian Ferdinand’s appointment reflects his growing influence at the intersection of trading, risk management, and strategic decision-making. At EverForward Trading, he is responsible for overseeing portfolios and leading execution strategies that emphasize discipline, consistency, and long-term sustainability.
Rather than focusing on short-term gains, Ferdinand has built his approach around repeatable frameworks that prioritize process integrity. His philosophy is rooted in the belief that success in trading comes from maintaining structured decision-making systems, especially in volatile and unpredictable market conditions.
“Markets have a way of exposing weak assumptions very quickly,” Ferdinand said. “The real challenge—and opportunity—is building decision frameworks that remain effective as conditions evolve.” His perspective highlights the importance of adaptability while maintaining a disciplined core approach, a principle that resonates across both trading desks and executive leadership teams.
Contribution to Thought Leadership
As a member of the Forbes Finance Council, Ferdinand will have the opportunity to collaborate with peers from various sectors, including asset management, banking, fintech, and institutional investing. This diverse network will allow him to share insights derived from real market experience and contribute to broader conversations about financial strategy and leadership.
Ferdinand is also expected to contribute articles and expert opinions through Forbes platforms. His thought leadership will focus on areas such as market structure, behavioral risk, and the application of trading discipline to executive-level decision-making. By translating complex trading concepts into actionable insights, he aims to help business leaders navigate uncertainty more effectively.
Impact on EverForward Trading
For EverForward Trading, Ferdinand’s selection represents a significant milestone. It reinforces the firm’s commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism, transparency, and strategic discipline. The recognition also highlights the firm’s dedication to developing leaders who can contribute meaningfully to the global financial community.
This achievement strengthens EverForward Trading’s position as a forward-thinking firm that values both performance and integrity. It signals to clients and industry peers alike that the company is not only focused on results but also on building sustainable practices that stand the test of time.
Conclusion
Brian Ferdinand’s inclusion in the Forbes Finance Council underscores his expertise and leadership within the financial sector. At the same time, it reflects the broader vision of EverForward Trading to operate with discipline, transparency, and long-term focus. As Ferdinand begins this new chapter, his contributions are expected to influence not only the council but also the wider financial industry, bridging the gap between hands-on trading experience and strategic financial leadership.

Contact Details:

Company: EverForward Trading
Contact Name: EverForward Trading
Email: Info@everforwardtrading.com