IVS Crypto 2024 - Kyoto | IVS | 3 July 2024 | Kyoto Pulse Plaza, 5 Takeda Tobadonocho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-8450, Japan

This event themed “Cross the Boundaries,” follows the success of its 2023 edition, which was Japan’s largest crypto event. This year, it focuses on blockchain technology and Web 3.0 through gaming, entertainment, and AI. Held at the ancient capitial of Japan, Kyoto, the event promises to transcend the “intangible barrier” between Web 3.0 and real life. Together with the Japan Blockchain Week Summit, this event will be the main event of Japan Blockchain Week, featuring an extensive program with numerous Web 3.0 and blockchain pioneers, and is expected to draw over 50,000 participants nationwide.

Contents:
• At this event, programs will integrate Web3.0 into everyday life, with participants experiencing sessions on a wide range of themes such as “Blockchain × AI” and “SocialFi × Entertainment.” Special areas will explore the transition of games, anime, and manga to Web3, with new developments in e-sports using NFTs, and exhibitions that transcend the digital and physical boundaries of art. Additionally, as a hub for new projects and ideas, opportunities will be provided to present projects at global demo days and anime contests that combine AI with Web3.

Networking:
• At this event, various networking opportunities are provided. Particularly at the main venue, “Crypto Village,” theme-based networking events are frequently held, allowing participants to meet new people and collaboratively shape the future of the industry. In areas exclusive to BUSINESS Pass holders, facilities such as the VC Meeting Lounge and the Elevator Pitch Area are available for direct interactions with investors and business professionals, exploring opportunities for funding and partnerships. Additionally, the Executive Lounge offers a relaxed environment for networking exclusively for executives and investors, providing an ideal space for strategic business discussions.

2024 Speakers

Takafumi Watanabe
CFO, Sony Bank

Ray Chan
CEO, Memeland

Akio Takana
Founding Partner, Headline & IVC

Ryo Matsubara
Representative Director, Oasys Pte. Ltd.

Jonathan Huang
Investments Principal, BITKRAFT Ventures

Yat Siu
Co-Founder & Executive Chairman, Animoca Brands Limited

Peter Teng
Growth Lead, Zeus Protocol

Jeff Yin
Founder and CEO, Merlin Chain

Mo Shaikh
CEO & Co-Founder, Aptos Labs

Daniel Wang
CEO & Co-Founder, Aethir

Sebastien Borget
COO/Co-Founder, The Sandbox

JT Law
Partner, IVC

Jeffrey Zirlin
Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer, Sky Mavis

Yoyo Yang
Principal, Bandai Namco Entertainment 021 Fund

Hironao Kunimitsu
CEO & Founder, Thirdverse & Financie & MintTown

Joichi Ito
President, Chiba Institute of Technology

Genki Oda
Executive Managing Officer, SBI Holdings, Inc.

Sara Giusto
Producer, Aww Inc

Jangdeok Ko
CEO, SBINFT

Hironobu Ueno
CEO, double jump.tokyo Inc.

Hideaki Uehara
General Manager, Square Enix

Rytis Joseph Jan
Global Head of Web3 & Strategic Partnerships, Xsolla

Zhen Yu
Mofu Mofu Music Caravan Founder, TOHO CO., LTD

Gabby Dizon
Co-Founder, Yield Guild Games (YGG)

John Park
CEO, A41

Joseph Li
Co-founder, CESS

Geezee Zhang
Head of Gaming Growth, Mantle

Emily Bao
Head of Spot Business Unit, Emily Bao

Nikki Han
CEO, Titan Content

JACL
Head of Gaming Research, Delphi Digital

Soby Saqib
Co-founder, XAI

Ann Chien
Partner, IVC

CJ Fong
Head of Sales (APAC & EMEA), GSR

Shota Tanaka
Group Executive & Division Director, DeNA

Tino Millar
CEO & Founder, Move AI

Gerelmaa Georgina Batchuluun
CEO & Co-Founder, ORDA

Sungmo Park
APAC Lead, Monad Labs

Shuhei Mise
Co-founder, Animechain LLC

Johnson Yeh
Founder & CEO, Ambrus Studio

Jia Shen
CEO, AKA Virtual

Jerry Chi
Head of Japan, Stability AI

Victor Yu
COO, CARV

Tommy Chang
Executive Director, Spartan Capital

Amir Forouzani
CEO, Puffer Finance

Ryan Kim
Co-founder & Partner, Hashed

Tatsu Kondo
Sales Director, Fireblocks

Kosuke Hamasaki
Executive Officer Business Strategy Division, Sanrio

Whiplus Wang
Head, IVS Crypto

2024 Partners

DIAMOND PARTNER:
• Yield Guild Games

PLATINUM PARTNERS:
• Aptos
• Animechain.ai
• Memeland
• AKA Virtual

GOLD PARTNERS:
• Oasys
• Double Jump
• Avalanche
• Alibaba Cloud
• SBI Holdings
• Japan Open Chain
• DOSI World
• Vyvo Smart Chain
• GSR
• Zeus Network
• Shiba Token
• Slash Vision Labs
• Carv
• Fireblocks
• Aethir
• Cess
• A41
• XAI
• Peer

SILVER PARTNERS:
• Well-Link Tech
• Cabinet
• Ballet
• British Virgin Islands Financial Services
• Unikura
• Chain With Web 3.0
• Kanalabs
• HashPort
• Aki Network
• Golfin
• Domi Scan
• Meteorn Run
• Gaiax
• PassPay
• Space Nation
• Streamflow
• Konami
• Moonveil
• Early Works
• JR Kyushu
• Franck Muller Crypto
• Geno Pets
• Blocksmith&Co
• Ambrus Studio
• Bitcastle
• Arrowiz
• TV Asahi
• Coin Musme
• Mavia
• Wagmi Records
• Scallop
• Merlin Chain
• Artifact Systems

COMMUNITY PARTNERS:
• Japan Blockchain Week
• Edcon
• Malaysia Blockchain Week
• Lydian Labs
• Southeast Asia Blockchain Week
• Web3 Tokyo
• OffChain
• Community Science
• Asia Web3 Alliance Japan
• Kudasai JP
• Ginco
• Checkin Caster
• Ninja
• ARC Community
• Thrilld Labs
• Shard Lab
• Shinsekai Technologies
• Stepn
• Boom Now
• Nox Gallery
• Coinfest Asia
• Guild QB
• Centrum Studio
• Stars Inc
• Wavee
• Brizonz
• AI Daoathon
• DeSpread
• ABGA
• KKday
• Asia Blockchain Summit

VC PARTNERS:
• IVC
• Hashed
• Orbit Startups
• Caladan
• MZ Web3 Fund
• Emoote
• Eden Ventures
• Delphi Ventures
• Bitkraft
• Nexus One
• Trive Digital
• Newman Capital
• 021 Fund
• CGV
• Spartan
• Longhash Ventures
• Cyberport
• Hyperithm