Discover the Stages & Programming at Consensus
Welcome to the industry’s premier blockchain and crypto event — featuring 6 stages, 6 summits, 200+ sessions, and 500+ speakers. From DeFi and tokenization to AI and stablecoins, you’ll explore the ideas shaping the future of finance, technology, governance, and society. Scroll down to dive into the agenda and learn more about each stage, summit, and what’s in store.
Key Themes
Agenda At a Glance
Stages
Mainstage
Reserved for keynotes and the most significant topics shaping global markets, Mainstage sessions feature marquee names, breaking news, and discussions that influence the entire crypto ecosystem. Expect high-profile announcements, transformative insights, and world-class thought leaders unveiling the next wave of innovation across blockchain, digital assets, and Web3.
Summit Stage
Home to the Open Money Summit on institutional finance, the Crypto Brand Summit on global brands in Web3, and the AI Summit exploring the intersection of AI and crypto. Learn from top experts, discover cutting-edge use cases, and explore what’s next for the industry.
Exploration Stage
Delve into specialized areas of crypto and blockchain, with sessions spotlighting emerging protocols, DeFi advancements, AI integration, and more. The Exploration Stage fosters an open environment where attendees can compare use cases, share ideas, and network between talks — making it perfect for anyone eager to explore Web3’s evolving frontiers.
Builders Stage
Showcasing the spirit of creation, the Builders Stage hosts Protocol Village, Startup Village, the EasyA Hackathon finals, and CoinDesk PitchFest. Gain practical insights from developers, entrepreneurs, and investors while discovering the projects fueling Web3 innovation across various ecosystems. It’s the ideal spot to see what’s being built — and to connect with the people building it.
Spotlight Stage
A platform for high-impact announcements and curated sessions from Consensus partners. Spotlight Stage sessions offer insider perspectives on major industry advancements, product launches, and market insights, making it the perfect venue to hear from thought leaders shaping the future of blockchain and digital assets.
Summits
Open Money Summit
Dive into crucial issues for institutional investors and traditional finance exploring digital assets. From ETFs and tokenization to the DeFi–TradFi dynamic, Open Money Summit sessions provide insights into the regulatory frameworks, best practices, and real-world use cases driving crypto’s mainstream adoption. Network with industry leaders navigating this new financial frontier.
The Crypto Brand Summit
Explore how the world’s biggest brands — alongside cutting-edge startups — are leveraging crypto tools, from stablecoins and decentralized wallets to NFTs and social tokens. Gain insights from industry giants like Visa and Venmo, learn creative growth strategies, and see how crypto-powered communities are reshaping business, culture, and global consumer experiences.
AI Summit
Discover how AI transforms the Web3 landscape — powering advanced trading, NFTs, and decentralized applications — while addressing critical issues like privacy, data integrity, and accountability. Sessions highlight the synergy between AI and decentralized networks, offering insight into how these technologies can work together to build more transparent, secure, and efficient systems.
Protocol Village
Immerse yourself in the architectures and innovations underpinning leading blockchains and up-and-coming ecosystems. Protocol Village programming covers new features, performance upgrades, and developer-focused topics like dApp growth and funding opportunities. It’s a hub for technical exploration and forward-thinking solutions shaping the future of blockchain technology.
Startup Village
A dynamic hub for founders, entrepreneurs, and VCs, Startup Village hosts pitch sessions, networking events, and the Consensus PitchFest Competition. Discover breakthrough ideas, connect with investors, and learn how emerging companies are driving Web3’s evolution. It’s the ultimate destination for anyone eager to see where the industry is headed next.
Bitcoin Mining Summit
Uncover the latest developments in Bitcoin mining, from sustainable energy solutions and hardware breakthroughs to evolving regulations and BTC L2 innovations. This summit offers deep dives into how Bitcoin’s network is secured, where mining fits into the global energy landscape, and how new financial products are expanding BTC’s reach.
Explorations
Regulation & Policy
As digital assets rapidly evolve, so does the regulatory framework shaping their future. Explore the latest policy developments, global compliance challenges, and how decentralization intersects with oversight. Learn how businesses, investors, and lawmakers can strike the right balance between innovation and consumer protection in this fast-moving space.
DePIN
Discover how blockchain-based physical infrastructure networks (DePIN) can transform industries — from energy to telecom — through decentralized, community-driven solutions. Uncover how tokenized incentives reduce costs, improve access, and foster equitable growth while integrating AI for improved scalability. Explore real-world use cases, potential hurdles, and how DePIN could pave the way for sustainable, self-governing ecosystems.
DeFi
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) is revolutionizing finance by leveraging blockchain to create open, transparent platforms for lending, trading, and investing without intermediaries. In 2025, advancements in scalability and cross-chain interoperability are driving DeFi's growth, unlocking new opportunities for global financial inclusion. Yet, evolving risks like smart contract exploits and regulatory shifts demand proactive vigilance.
Stablecoins
Stablecoins sit at the heart of DeFi, remittances, and crypto adoption, offering a stable bridge between traditional finance and digital assets. Investigate current regulatory discussions, reserve management, and new opportunities in yield-bearing stablecoin products. Learn how global players — from Tether and Circle to emerging CBDCs — compete for market share and why these assets are central to building a more inclusive financial system.
Advanced Trading & Exchanges
Get the latest on high-frequency trading, algorithmic strategies, and the rise of decentralized exchanges (DEXs). We’ll tackle liquidity challenges, security considerations, and the shifting regulatory landscape that’s shaping the global crypto market. Examine how cross-chain solutions, decentralized finance, and emerging protocols are driving transparency, efficiency, and accessibility in digital asset trading.
Staking
Explore how staking secures blockchains and propels decentralized finance, with Ethereum leading the way at over a quarter of its supply staked. Dive into evolving models such as restaking, discover the regulatory outlook, and assess how innovative protocols push the boundaries of yield generation. Join the conversation on how staking might drive the next stage of sustainable, profitable crypto ecosystems.
Canada Hub
In 2025, Canada is building to solidify its role as a crypto leader, harnessing its vibrant blockchain community, forward-thinking policies, and pioneers to innovate in cryptocurrencies, tokenized assets, and Web3 applications. With access to renewable energy and cutting-edge infrastructure, Canada is shaping the future of decentralized payments and digital ownership. Sustaining this leadership demands robust measures and agile responses to global regulatory changes.
Tokenization
Discover why BlackRock's CEO calls tokenizing "real world assets" a "game-changer" for capital markets. Explore the growth of RWAs from treasury tokenization through regulatory challenges, and how this innovation is creating more accessible, liquid markets while redefining digital ownership opportunities
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