Cryptocurrency Summit 2023 | The Australian Financial Review | Sydney

The meteoric rise of cryptocurrency is grabbing headlines but also dividing opinions among financial pundits. Some hail it as the future ‘currency of the internet’ and ultimate store of wealth, while others call it worthless and dangerously speculative.

Either way, 2021 was a breakout year for cryptocurrencies, supported by a surge of interest from institutional investors, payment networks, and digital assets companies. Along the way, cryptocurrency is changing the rules, presenting threats to incumbents and posing many questions about the future of financial systems.

Has the market matured enough for crypto assets to be considered mainstream? Should investors have exposure to cryptocurrencies despite their high volatility? Can cryptocurrency survive regulator scrutiny? What is the future of money and central bank-backed digital currency? Where is the industry headed in 2022?

Required social distancing, hygiene protocols and all applicable public health orders will be followed to ensure the safety of all attendees.