Consensus 2025, crypto’s flagship event, convenes in Toronto this Wednesday at a crucial juncture for the industry. Held at the Metro Toronto Convention Center, this year’s gathering features a prominent lineup addressing critical questions shaping the future of finance. The event tackles the evolving role of crypto in the national conversation, exploring the potential of stablecoins, tokenization, and Web3 marketing, alongside the crucial topic of future digital asset regulation.
This year’s speaker list is a who’s who of the crypto world. Eric Trump, whose mining startup American Bitcoin is preparing for an IPO, will be a key speaker. Bo Hines, head of the Presidential Council of Advisers for Digital Assets, will shed light on the White House’s legislative strategy for crypto. Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, will offer insights into crypto culture, memecoins, and investment trends.
The event’s diverse program includes an Open Money Summit showcasing leaders in decentralized finance (DeFi), a Brand and Creator Summit focused on the next phase of the internet, and an AI Summit exploring the intersection of AI and blockchain technology. Other prominent speakers include Chris Pavlovski (Rumble), Charles Hoskinson (Cardano), Kevin O’Leary (Shark Tank), Adrienne Harris (NYDFS), Justin Sun, and David Goyer, representing a broad spectrum of the crypto and blockchain industry.
Attendees can participate in in-depth discussions on various topics at the Explorations stage, covering DePIN, crypto policy, staking, advanced trading, and Canada’s Web3 future. Additional features include a Hackathon (organized with EasyA), Pitchfest, a Research Symposium (with IEEE), and a screening of “Vitalik: An Ethereum Story.” Numerous side events and parties will take place throughout Toronto.
CoinDesk.com will provide live coverage, interviews, and updates throughout Consensus 2025, offering a comprehensive look at the latest news, rumors, and insights emerging from this important industry gathering. The full agenda is available online.
