Global Leaders

Speakers

SmartCon brings together the world’s leading voices in finance, Web3, and government to share firsthand insights on how blockchain and onchain technologies are transforming industries, institutions, and the global economy—sparking critical conversations that chart the course of an onchain future.

Sean Chung
Blockchain Partnerships, APAC Lead, Chainlink Labs
Shaz Jaleel
Head of MENA - BD, Chainlink Labs
Zachary Fallon
Global Co-Chair of the Digital Assets & Web3 Practice, Latham & Watkins

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NOV 4-5, 2025  |  THE METROPOLITAN PAVILION

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Stijn Vander Straeten
CEO, Crypto Finance | Deutsche Börse Group
Stijn Vander Straeten is a distinguished financial executive with over two decades of experience in banking, wealth management, and asset management. As CEO of Crypto Finance AG since November 2023, he leads a proficient team in navigating the realm of digital assets and blockchain technology. Previously serving as CFO, Stijn was instrumental in shaping financial strategies for sustainable growth.

With prior experience as CEO of a pioneering fintech bank in Zug, he spearheaded entrepreneurial initiatives, earning recognition as a visionary leader. Stijn, a Swiss Certified Public Accountant, holds degrees in Finance, Business Administration, and Financial Market Law, leveraging his expertise to drive Crypto Finance AG's innovative advancements in the financial landscape.