Digital Accord Summit 2025

10:40

Policy & Innovation: The Intersection of Regulation and Digital Assets

Panelists:

• Maurício Magaldi, Input Output
• Caroline Malcolm, Institute for Ethics in AI
• Dea Markova, Fireblocks
• Emelie Moritz, Safello
• Alex Wu, Stellar Development Foundation
• Nicole Dyskant, Taxbit (Moderator)

Hear from industry leaders the latest regulatory trends for Digital Assets and how the policy strategy directly impacts businesses’ lines.

11:45

Demystifying CARF and DAC8 Regulations

Panelists:

• Paul Hondius, OECD Secretariat
• Layla Majed, Société Générale Securities Services
• Dion Seymour, Andersen in the UK
• Erin Fennimore, Taxbit (Moderator)

With global regulations for digital assets rapidly evolving, staying informed on frameworks like the OECD Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) and DAC8 is crucial for ensuring compliance. DAC8, which integrates CARF into EU laws, expands on the Common Reporting Standard (CRS) while presenting key differences and challenges for organizations to address.

This insightful session will cover:

• The essential components of CARF and DAC8, along with their implications for the digital asset ecosystem.  
• Key differences from existing frameworks and how these impact your compliance strategy.
• Best practices for building a regulatory-ready operating model that adapts to this complex environment.  

13:45

CARF and DAC8 Operational Readiness: Preparing for Compliance in 2025

Panelists:

• Barbara Edelmann, Bitpanda
• Dorina Juhasz, Bitvavo
• David Wren, KPMG UK
• Erin Fennimore, Taxbit (Moderator)

With the impending implementation of DAC8 and the OECD Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), organizations in the digital asset ecosystem face a pivotal moment. These regulations are set to transform how businesses manage compliance, reporting, and operational processes, making preparation in 2025 critical to ensuring long-term success.

This session offers an in-depth exploration of:

• The key components of DAC8 and CARF and their implications for digital asset reporting.
• Practical strategies to build operational readiness and meet compliance deadlines.
• Best practices for aligning internal processes with these new regulatory frameworks.

Led by top regulatory and industry experts, this discussion will provide invaluable insights into navigating the complexities of these frameworks while positioning your organization for growth in a compliant and efficient manner.

Be part of the conversation shaping the future of regulatory compliance. Reserve your seat now and take the first step toward mastering DAC8 and CARF in 2025.

15:00

Developing Accounting Frameworks for Digital Assets: Key Insights for Financial Reporting

Panelists:

• Afeez Awowole, Ava Labs
• David Byrd, PhD, EY
• Andrea Perlak, CAG
• Reagan Cook, Taxbit (Moderator)

• The progression and adaptation of accounting standards to address digital assets.
• Proven operational strategies to ensure accurate and effective internal and external financial reporting.
• Essential considerations for maintaining compliance and transparency in a fast-evolving environment.  

15:00

(In private space) Navigating Self-Certifications and KYC: A Closed-Door Roundtable with Taxbit and Sumsub

16:00

Tokenization of RWA – The Digital Economy Delivering Its Promise?

Panelists:

• Pelle Braendgaard, Notabene
• Clara Guerra, National Administration Principality of Liechtensteinische
• Magnus Jones, Nordics Blockchain Association
• Tommaso Astazi, Blockchain for Europe (Moderator)

As real-world asset (RWA) tokenization gains traction, the markets are assessing whether the digital economy is truly delivering on its transformative potential. This panel will explore the current state of RWA tokenization, key regulatory and technological challenges, and the real-world impact on liquidity, accessibility, and market efficiency. Join us for an insightful discussion on how blockchain technology is shaping the future of asset ownership and whether the promises of decentralization and efficiency are being realized.

10:15

Shaping the Future of Digital Asset Policy

Panelists:

• Matthias Bauer-Langgartner, Chainalysis
• Patrick Hansen, Circle
• Peter Kerstens, European Commission
• Elise Soucie Watts, Global Digital Finance 
• Faustine Fleuret, Taxbit (Moderator)

Stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of digital asset policy by attending this essential panel session, which will provide a unique opportunity to explore the latest regulatory developments across key jurisdictions. 

What to expect:

• Emerging Enforcement Priorities: Understand the implications of shifting regulatory priorities for your business.  
• Global Regulatory Insights: Discover key successes and lessons learned from trailblazing initiatives around the globe.
• Opportunities and Challenges: Examine the critical forces shaping the future direction of the digital asset sector.

11:35

Bridging TradFi and Blockchain: Corporate Applications and the Role of Stablecoins

Panelists:

• Madeleine Boys, Global Digital Finance
• Jess Houlgrave, Reown
• Chloe Nightingale, NIGHT3 Consulting
• Caner Sevinc, Gemini
• Michelle O'Connor, Taxbit (Moderator)

Explore the next frontier in finance as we uncover how blockchain is reshaping traditional financial systems. This session will offer an in-depth look at the evolving synergy between TradFi and blockchain technologies.  

Key highlights include:  

• Strategic Blockchain Adoption: How institutions are leveraging blockchain to boost operational efficiency and reduce costs.  
• The Role of Stablecoins: Understanding how these digital assets are revolutionizing payments, enabling seamless cross-border transactions, and driving financial inclusion on a global scale. 
• Real-World Use Cases: Insights into successful examples of blockchain's impact on corporate operations and financial ecosystems.  

13:15

The State of the Art in the Fight Against Financial Crime

Panelists:

• Hugo Hoyland, Asset Reality
• Carmel King, Grant Thornton
• Ari Redbord, TRM Labs
• Nils von Schoenaich-Carolath, tradias
• Max Bernt, Taxbit (Moderator)

Financial crime is evolving as rapidly as technology itself. While on-chain analytics remain a key focus for law enforcement agencies, staying ahead requires a more holistic approach—seamlessly integrating both on- and off-chain strategies for more effective investigations and asset seizures.

This session brings together global industry experts to explore cutting-edge technologies and methodologies that cover the full lifecycle of financial crime investigations—from on-chain analytics and data aggregation to asset seizure, custody, and liquidation.