AGENDA
Welcome Address - A Tribute to Prof. Dr. Philipp Sandner
09:15 - 10:50
BLOCK 1: REGULATORY FRAMEWORKS IN EUROPE
Keynote: Findings of the Survey on MiCAR and eWpG
Keynote: DLT-TSS to Make Private Markets Less Private
Keynote: Implications and Opportunities of the MiCAR for Financial Institutions
Panel Discussion: US Bitcoin ETF’s, new ATH’s - MiCAR an Underestimated Chance for Europe?
10:55 - 11:50
BLOCK 2: INFRASTRUCTURE FOR TOKENS AND DIGITAL SECURITIES
Keynote: Institutional Adoption of Digital Assets - The Winning Formula for a Custodial Solution
Panel Discussion: Digital Asset Rails - How to build the Future of Financial Markets?
- Chair and Moderator: Marc Anders (Frankfurt School Blockchain Center)
- Sabih Behzad (Deutsche Bank)
- Prashant Malik (HSBC)
- Jens Paulsen (Deloitte)
- Jürgen Hofbauer (Taurus)
- Javier Garcia Nonay (IntellectEU)
11:50 - 12:45
BLOCK 3: BLOCKCHAIN TRANSFORMING FINANCIAL MARKETS
Keynote: The Building Blocks of DLT Market Infrastructure are in Place - What is next?
Panel Discussion: How are Tokenized Securities Driving Changes in Fixed Income and other Markets?
- Chair and Moderator: Coen ter Wal (AFME)
- Christoph Hock (Union Investment)
- Pauline Moisan (AXA Investment)
- Emma Lovett (J.P. Morgan)
- Marat Faritov (Moody’s Ratings)
- Philippe Redaelli (Kaiko)
Book Presentation: Rettungsanker Bitcoin - Wie uns das digitale Gold vor der Inflation schützen kann
12:45 - 13:25
LUNCH BREAK
13:25 - 14:35
BLOCK 4: DIGITAL ASSETS - FROM ISSUING TO SETTLEMENT
Panel Discussion: How to Merge Digital Money (CBDC, Stablecoins) and Tokenized Securities?
- Chair and Moderator: Amadeus Gryger (WEPEX)
- Simon Seiter (Hauck Aufhäuser Lampe Privatbank)
- Thilo Derenbach (Clearstream)
- Lucas Bruggeman (Börse Stuttgart Digital)
- Roberto Pagliari (Commerzbank)
Panel Discussion: From Issuance to Settlement - How are Digital Assets Transforming Financial Markets?
14:40 - 15:35
BLOCK 5: TOKENIZED FUNDS AND ON-CHAIN ASSET MANAGEMENT
Presentation: How does On-Chain Asset Management work in Real Life?
Panel Discussion: Value Chain of Tokenized Funds - Issuance, Trading, Settlement and Custody
- Chair and Moderator: Dr. Carola Rathke (YPOG)
- Alexander Bechtel (DWS)
- Dorette Daume (Cashlink)
- Torsten Hunke (VanEck)
- Dr. Tim Kreutzmann (BVI)
- Marc Mouton (Arendt & Medernach)
15:40 - 18:45
Breakout Sessions 1 + 2
18:30 - 19:00
Closing Note & Networking
Opening Keynote: Blockchain Use Cases and Web3 Adoption - Status Quo & Outlook
9:35 - 10:55
BLOCK 1: WEB3 ADOPTION
Keynote: DePIN as Enabler for the Industry to Adopt Blockchain and DLT
Panel Discussion: Web3 Adoption in Industry
- Chair and Moderator: Moritz Schildt (Bundesblock)
- Peter Busch (Bosch | Fetch.ai Foundation)
- Benjamin Bönisch (ETO GRUPPE)
- Eduard Grün (GFT)
- Daniela Barbosa (Hyperledger Foundation)
- Roman Stammes (ERGO Group)
Panel Discussion: Decoding Web3 - Strategies and Insights
- Chair and Moderator: Wolfgang Männel (Blockchain Founders Capital)
- Alex von Frankenberg (High-Tech Gründerfonds)
- Olaf Hannemann (CV VC)
- Dominic Briggs (Blockwall)
- Heinrich Zetlmayer (Yabeo)
11:00 - 11:40
BLOCK 2: FROM IDEA TO REALITY - BLOCKCHAIN STARTUPS SHARE THEIR PROJECTS AND PLANS
Investing in the Future: Promising Blockchain Startups Compete for Funding and Recognition
- Moderators: Sarah Gottwald (Blockchain Founders Group) & Olaf Hannemann (CV VC)
- Dr. Christian Stoll (CCRI)
- Christoph Scholze (fija Finance)
- Cedric Heidt (Finzen)
- Tim Zölitz (Crypto Risk Metrics)
- Lauriane Mollier (Open Source Economy)
- Ilya Evdokimov (SatsBridge)
11:40 - 12:45
BLOCK 3: BLOCKCHAIN USE CASES AND SOLUTIONS FOR THE FINANCIAL SERVICE INDUSTRY
Keynote: CBDCs and Sovereign Credit Ratings
Keynote: ECB Trials and Beyond - Exploring the Future of Wholesale CBDC
Keynote: Buy vs. Build - Investment-as-a-Service as Modular Plug-and-Play
Keynote: Education for Blockchain - The FSBC’s Web3 Talents Programs
12:45 - 13:25
LUNCH BREAK
15:40 - 18:30
BLOCK 1: INVESTING IN BITCOIN AND CRYPTO ASSETS
Fireside Chat: Bitcoin Spot ETF’s - Challenges, Outlook and Impact on Bitcoin Cycle
- Chair and Moderator: Sven Wagenknecht (BTC-Echo)
- Steve Kurz (Galaxy Digital)
Fireside Chat: Digital Assets and Crypto in the Institutional World: How Far Have We Come?
Panel Discussion: Stablecoin Finance - The Evolution of Financial Markets?
- Chair and Moderator: Dr. Jonas Gross (Digital Euro Association)
- Prof. Dr. Joachim Wuermeling (exBundesbank)
- Alexander Höptner (AllUnity)
- Patrick Hansen (Circle)
- Johannes Wirtz (Bird & Bird)
- Dr. Marc Henniges (d-fine)
Presentation: Navigating MiCAR: Insights for Banks on Digital Asset Trading
Panel Discussion: What are the Implications of Bitcoin Spot ETF’s on the European Markets?
- Chair and Moderator: Maximilian Bruckner (WM Gruppe)
- Achim Karle (Eurex)
- Amy Oldenburg (Morgan Stanley)
- Marc Faubeau (Jacobi Asset Management)
- Dr. Sven Hildebrandt (Boerse Stuttgart Digital)
- Oliver Schäfer (21Shares)
Panel Discussion: Crypto Adoption Beyond ETFs - Exploring Staking, Trading, Banking
15:40 - 18:25
BLOCK 1: ASSET MANAGEMENT, TOKENIZATION & REAL WORLD ASSETS (RWA)
Panel Discussion: Asset Management 2030 - Is the Future of the Fund Industry On-Chain?
- Chair and Moderator: Alireza Siadat (Annerton)
- Nisha Surendran (Citi)
- Martin Eckardt (Ava Labs)
- Frank Dornseifer (BAI)
- Malte Holzberger (UBS)
- Duncan Moir (abrdn)
Book Presentation: Rettungsanker Bitcoin - Wie uns das digitale Gold vor der Inflation schützen kann
Keynote: Catalyst Blockchain Manager - From Concept to Production with your DLT Application
Panel Discussion: RWA Token - Next Wave of Adoption with DLT, MTF and Derivatives?
- Chair and Moderator: Dr. Anika Patz (YPOG)
- Michael Spitz (360X)
- Raphael Hess (Heartstock)
- Tim Janssen (Finexity)
- Dr. Marcus Hennig (d-fine)
Panel Discussion: Unlocking Value on the Balance Sheet - Why Non-Financial Firms will Drive Tokenization
- Chair and Moderator: Abdullah Melik Yildiz (ECOTA)
- Leann Pinto (IPWE)
- Ralf Kubli (Casper Association)
- Frank Nikolaus (Myron)
- Benedikt Faupel (Bitkom)
- Christian Forma (WIBank)
CAC24A On-Site Workshops
Industry Dialogue on ECB Trials for New Technologies for Wholesale Central Bank Money Settlement
- Time: 11.45am - 12.45pm on April 16
- Workshop Overview
- Registration: Register via e-mail to Anne-Sophie Gógl: annesophiegogl@kpmg.com
Get into a dialogue with industry partners about the wholesale settlement activities of the ECB. During the workshop you will get a short introduction to the tendered trials and experiments from the ECB followed by insights from SWIAT, who have successfully applied for the trials and will now participate in the first wave. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to discuss the ECB activities with the participants and ask questions.
Workshop on Bond Tokenization and Rate Reset On Chain
- Time: 10am - 11am and 4.15pm - 5.30pm on April 16
- Registration: https://lu.ma/usxqysci
Tokenization of financial assets on blockchain/DLT are going to be the backbone of the future financial infrastructure. For this transition to be successful, the financial terms must be machine readable and machine executable and the current state of the financial contract must be available on chain. Participate in and experience how a variable interest rate bond is created on chain, and how interest rate resets are effectuated on chain. See how financial logic and corporate actions become reality on chain and eliminate the risk of dumb tokens.
Beyond the Hype: Navigating the Practical Challenges of Implementing DLT in Finance
- Time: 2pm - 4pm on April 16
- Registration: Register vie e-mail to Simon Censkowsky: simon.censkowsky@cashlink.de
Join us for the second edition of this exclusive workshop format discussing the practical challenges of implementing DLT in the financial market infrastructure. The workshop aims at bringing together financial institutions and discuss the current market developments and challenges around implementing DLT within financial institutions with focus on tokenized assets & money. Moderated by Dr. Dirk Sturz, Managing Director of FinPlanet and Michael Duttlinger, CEO & Co-Founder of Cashlink Technologies participants will gain valuable insights into the real-world applications of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) in finance and get the chance to participate in a cross organizational discussion. With limited seats we ask for early inquiry and registration.
CAC24A Side Events
Investing in Bitcoin & Crypto Assets - Für Investoren am 15. April in Frankfurt
- Date & Time: Monday, April 15 starting 3.30pm
- Location: Frankfurt School of Finance and Management, Adickesallee 32-34, 60322 Frankfurt am Main
- Event Overview
- Registration via the following link
Zwei spannende Paneldiskussionen mit Experten und anschließendem Networking
- Panel „Strategien und Risikomanagement für institutionelle Anleger“ – Ein Dialog über Entscheidungswege, Portfoliostrategien und das Navigieren von Risiken für institutionelle Investoren
- Panel „Investieren in Krypto: Chancen und Herausforderungen“ – Überblick über die Investitionsmöglichkeiten, Produktvielfalt und Marktperspektiven im Bereich der Krypto-Assets
- Networking mit Drinks und kleinen Snacks
Navigating the Future of Finance - CAC24A Side Event
Dive into Chainlink's revolutionary blockchain technology. Explore the new frontier in decentralized finance (DeFi) and its impact on capital markets. Discuss the integration of blockchain into traditional finance, unlocking new financial solutions. Conclude with a networking opportunity, providing a chance to connect with industry pioneers and enthusiasts. Featured speakers include Ian Salmon, Dirk Sturz, and Christopher Glissner, who will share their invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of Capital Markets and blockchain technology.
- Date & Time: Monday, April 15 starting 5.45pm
- Location: TechQuartier, Platz der Einheit 2, Frankfurt am Main
- Event Overview
- Registration via the QR Code or here: https://lu.ma/CAC24ASideEvent
Frankfurt Panel Discussion and Networking Session: "Evolving perceptions of crypto assets in the year 2024"
Join us for an engaging evening discussing the evolving perceptions of crypto assets in the year 2024. Our event will take place on April 15th, the night before the Crypto Assets Conference (CAC) Frankfurt begins. It will feature a panel of Dr. Katrin Stieß (Partner at Norton Rose Fulbright), Alexandra Overgaag (Founder and CEO of Thrilld Labs), and Tiana Whitehouse (AWIC Regional Ambassador and Co-Founder and Managing Director of SWOT Team Consulting GmbH), moderated by Isabell Wermerscher (AWIC Regional Ambassador and Chief Brand Officer for CLC & Partners).
- Date & Time: Monday, April 15 starting 4.45pm
- Location: Norton Rose Fulbright, TaunusTurm, Taunustor 1, 60310 Frankfurt
- Event Overview
- Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/8837f268-5a75-4b64-b156-c1abf5976d8d
DATE & VENUE
Frankfurt School Blockchain Center organizes the "Crypto Assets Conference" (CAC24A), held on the Frankfurt School campus on April 16, 2024.
60322 Frankfurt am Main
Germany