TEAMZ Summit 2025 Official Agenda Announced – Highlighted Sessions Discussing the Future of Web3 & AI

The official agenda for TEAMZ Summit 2025, which will be held at Toranomon Hills International Forum from April 16 to 17, 2025, has been released. As one of Japan's largest Web3 & AI conferences, government officials, major companies, startups, investors, developers, and the Web3 community from Japan and abroad will gather to discuss the future of next-generation technologies.

In this article, we will introduce the sessions and speakers that are particularly noteworthy.

April 16, 2025

11:00-12:00 The new economic sphere and future society brought about by Web3 and AI

Industry leaders will discuss the new economic system that will be brought about by the fusion of AI and blockchain. We will also delve deeper into Japan's Web3 policy and corporate initiatives.

Speakers

• Takuya Hirai (Director of Public Relations, Director of Digital Society Promotion, Liberal Democratic Party)
• Yuzo Kano (CEO, bitFlyer)
• Genki Oda (Chairman, Japan Cryptocurrency Exchange Association (JVCEA), Managing Executive Officer, SBI Holdings)
• Yusuke Otsuka (Executive Officer, CBDO, Coincheck, Inc.)
• Jun Watanabe (Chairman, Sony Block Solutions Labs Pte. Ltd.)

13:15-13:45 The cutting edge of Web3 & AI investment – ​​New opportunities and challenges brought about by next-generation technologies

Discuss investment trends in the Web3 & AI field and the characteristics of projects that investors are paying attention to. Learn the perspectives of startups and investors who are driving the next generation of technological innovation.

Speakers

• James Wo (DFG Founder & CEO)
• Ryo Umezawa (VECTOR New Business Development Division and Overseas M&A Division Head)
• Aly Madhavji (BLOCKCHAIN ​​FOUNDERS FUND Management partner)
• Akio Tanaka (INFINITY VENTURES CRYPTO Partner)
• Lloyd Lee (HYPERITHM CEO)

April 17, 2025

10:45-11:15 Major companies' strategies for the Web3 future: Adoption and challenges

What are the strategies of major companies in the Web3 era? Key people from major companies will discuss new business development using blockchain and AI, as well as the challenges of recruiting.

Speakers

• Kanamori Kano (CX Strategy Promotion Officer, Sony Bank Inc.)
• Tatebayashi Shumpei (Web3 Promotion Director, KDDI Corporation)
• Murata Takuyoshi (Web3 Business Development Officer, GREE Holdings Inc.)
• Sasaki Yasuhiro (CIO and Executive Officer, Rakuten Wallet Inc.)
• Masuzawa Akira (TV ASAHI Co-Director of Advanced Content Business (IoTv Center))

13:00-13:45 The Future of Stablecoins in Japan and Global Competitiveness

We will discuss the current state of stablecoin regulations in Japan and its competitiveness in the global market. We will also delve into how financial institutions and stablecoin-related companies are addressing the issue and look into future prospects.

Speakers

• Hideki Ikeda (CTO, Executive Officer, SBI VC TRADE)
• Hisao Tsuzuki (CEO, Osaka Digital Exchange Co., Ltd.)
• Ken Kodama (Group CEO, EMURGO)
• Yosuke Shiraishi (Co-founder, DECIMA Fund / Vice Chairman, JCBA)
• Kentaro Nakamura (CEO, GMO-Z.COM TRUST COMPANY, INC.)
• Gen Adachi (CFO, Netstars Co., Ltd.)

15:00-16:00 The new economic sphere and future society brought about by Web3 and AI

Politicians, businessmen, and investors will take to the stage to discuss the potential of Web3 and AI. They will explore how technological innovation can transform society and contribute to Japan's economic growth.

Speakers

• Kawasaki Hideto (Liberal Democratic Party Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Internal Affairs and Communications)
• Hashimoto Toru (former Governor of Osaka Prefecture and former Mayor of Osaka)
• Horie Takafumi (Businessman)
• Misaki Yuta (Businessman and influencer)
• Kunimitsu Hironao (CEO of Financier Co., Ltd.)

16:00-16:45 Japan's position in the global competition of Web3 and AI and policy support

Discuss Japan's position in the international competition of Web3 and AI. Consider how to improve Japan's competitiveness through government policies and regulations, and corporate initiatives.

Speakers

• Yuichiro Tamaki (Representative of the Democratic Party for the People, Member of the House of Representatives)
• Genki Oda (Representative Director (Chairman) of the Japan Cryptocurrency Exchange Association (JVCEA), Managing Executive Officer of SBI Holdings)
• Yusuke Shitara (Editor in Chief of New Economy)

TEAMZ Summit 2025 is a valuable opportunity to not only learn about the cutting edge of Web3 and AI, but also to interact directly with domestic and international leaders. Why not explore new business opportunities while learning about the latest technologies, regulatory trends, and trends?

Event Outline

• Date: Wednesday, April 16th - Thursday, April 17th, 2025

  Time: 10:00-18:00

  Venue: Toranomon Hills International Forum (Minato-ku, Tokyo)

  Participation: Over 5,000 people (expected participants from Japan and overseas)

  Organizer: TEAMZ Co., Ltd.

By entering the following promo code, you can register for a 10% discount off the price displayed on the official website.

Promo code: IOLITE2025

For registration and detailed information, please visit the official website "TEAMZ Web3・AI Summit 2025".