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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.

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NOV 4-5, 2025  |  THE METROPOLITAN PAVILION

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Ed Budd
Chief Product Officer, Partior
As a well-known innovator in the fintech space, Ed brings a wealth of experience and knowledge that has consistently turned big ideas into game-changing products.

Before joining Partior, he co-founded Adhara, the start-up revolutionising real-time settlement liquidity management using digital cash blockchain-enabled software.

In his role, Ed focused on steering product development and ecosystem engagement, helping shape solutions that are now transforming how institutions move money across borders and engage post trade with platforms in a rapidly-evolving ecosystem.

Before Adhara, Ed spent 2 decades at Deutsche Bank, where he held leadership roles such as Chief Digital Officer and Head of Product Development for Autobahn Distribution. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including Brummel’s ‘Rising Stars’ and Handelsblatt’s Top 100 Innovators.