Coinfest Asia 2025: Crypto Titans Collide at the Year’s Most Anticipated Blockchain Extravaganza
Crypto's elite descend upon Asia as Coinfest 2025 promises fireworks—both literal and metaphorical.
Who’s really running the show? The usual suspects—plus a few dark horses betting big on Web3’s next act.
From DeFi kingpins to NFT provocateurs, the speaker list reads like a bull market hall of fame. Meanwhile, TradFi dinosaurs lurk in the shadows, clutching their spreadsheets.
Pro tip: Watch the afterparties. That’s where the real deals get cut—away from the PR-friendly keynote platitudes.
Closing thought: If half these projects deliver, we’re moonbound. The other half? Tax write-offs in progress.
Coinfest Asia, the largest crypto festival in the world, returns on August 21–22, 2025, at Nuanu Creative City, Bali. Known for its immersive format and hands-on Web3 showcase, this year's event is set to gather over 10,000 participants from across crypto, finance, tech, and the broader digital ecosystem.
Global Industry Leaders Join the 2025 Speaker Lineup
Coinfest Asia’s first wave of speakers brings together some of the most influential names shaping the future of blockchain, finance, and digital innovation. Confirmed speakers include:
- Ben Zhou, CEO Bybit
- Stephen Lutz, CEO BitMEX
- Rachel Conlin, Chief Marketing Officer Binance
- Mudit Gupta, Chief Information Security Officer Polygon Labs
- Kevin Kwong, CBO 9GAG & Memeland
- Amanda Cassatt, Founder & CEO Serotonin
- Tessa Wijaya, Co-Founder Xendit
- Alex Svanevik, CEO Nansen
- Yat Siu, Co-Founder & Executive Chairman, Animoca Brands
- Kenny Li, Co-Founder, Manta Network
- Wei Zhou, CEO Coins.ph
- William Sutanto, CEO Indodax
- Eowyn Chen, CEO Trust Wallet
- Saad Ahmed, Head of Asia Pacific Gemini
- Ella, Head of APAC Berachain
- Mega Septiandara, Governance Lead dYdX Foundation
- And many more.
The inclusion of leaders from exchanges, wallets, protocols, and institutional platforms signals Coinfest Asia’s role as a serious convening point for infrastructure discussions, regulatory insights, and future market collaboration.
“Coinfest Asia is more than just an event, it's a catalyst. It brings together bold minds and real builders who are shaping the digital economy across Southeast Asia. This kind of collaboration is exactly what we need to unlock the region's true potential,” said Tessa Wijaya, co-founder, Xendit
“Indonesia is a fast-growing market with tech-savvy young people and real problems to solve a mix that makes building decentralized tech there genuinely interesting. Looking forward to heading back to Coinfest Asia to share and learn from what’s getting built,” said Amanda Cassatt, CEO, Serotonin
Beyond the Stage: A Real-World Web3 Experience
Coinfest Asia 2025 offers more than just talks, it will transform Nuanu Creative City, a 44-hectare creative hub in Bali that blends education, art, wellness, entertainment, and nature to inspire changemakers, into an interactive Web3 experience where thousands of developers, traders, investors, and institutions can explore the future of Web3 technologies
This year’s format emphasizes accessibility, real-world interaction, and community-driven exploration. From IRL airdrops to live trading battles and cultural parades, Coinfest Asia aims to break down the barrier between Web3 and everyday life.
Highlights of the 2025 Experience Include:
- Main Stage & Breakout SessionsDeep-dive talks with top voices in Web3, fintech, and emerging tech.
- Live Podcast Recordings & Interactive PanelsReal-time discussions with industry leaders, open for audience engagement.
- Web3 Gaming Zone & Cosplay Competition (with Prizes!)Gamified experiences and a high-energy cosplay contest with exclusive rewards.
- Trading Arena, Product Launches & IRL AirdropsLive trading battles, new product showcases, and on-site reward drops.
- Tokenize Indonesia ShowcaseInsights into RWA adoption and Indonesia’s projected US$88B tokenization market.
- TEDx Tabanan at Coinfest AsiaGlobal thinkers share bold ideas at the intersection of tech and culture.
- Blockchain x AI Innovation ZoneExplore how generative AI meets decentralized blockchain innovation.
Coinfest Asia 2025 will continue revealing new experiences, competitions, and speaker-led initiatives in the lead-up to the event.
A Timely Theme for a Critical Market Moment
This year’s theme, “Full Moon,” reflects Web3’s shift toward a new era—driven by the post-halving momentum, growing institutional interest, and the maturing user base in Southeast Asia.
“Full Moon marks the turning point, where ideas break out of the dark and into the spotlight. It's a celebration of the Web3 movement, from Bitcoin to memecoins, and everything in between,” said Joditha, head of events, Indonesia Crypto Network.
Coinfest Asia 2025 is supported by key sponsors including TRIV, MANTA NETWORK, EMURGO, ZIGChain, iVault, Gate, MEXC Ventures, Indodax, Tokocrypto, Binance, Pintu, CFX, and many more.
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