The Digital Chamber and The Embassy of Japan: Building the Next Era of Global Digital Financial Infrastructure

​The Embassy of Japan and The Digital Chamber invite you to an exclusive afternoon of dialogue and networking focused on the future of global digital finance.

​As nations race to modernize financial infrastructure, Japan has emerged as a global leader in digital assets, tokenization, stablecoins, and payments innovation. This convening will bring together senior policymakers, diplomats, financial institutions, technology leaders, and Digital Chamber members to explore how governments and industry can work together to build the next generation of financial systems.

​The program will feature discussions on cross-border regulatory alignment, tokenization and institutional adoption, digital asset policy, and the role of allied nations in shaping the future of financial innovation.

​Agenda:

​4-4:30PM: Welcome Reception

​4:30-4:35PM: Welcome Remarks

• ​Monta Nishimura Finance section miniser of Japan to the USA

​4:35-5:00PM: Where the EU, Japan, and the UK Stand Today

• ​Christina Satmarean, Delegation of the European Union to the USA

• ​Takuya Kobori, Financial Services Agency, Japan (JFSA)

• ​Tim Boobier, British Embassy

• ​Moderator: Hideo Amiya, Embassy of Japan

​5:00-5:25PM: Global Approach to Digital Asset Regulation and Interoperability

• ​Dean Sovolos, B2C2

• ​Yoshi Yokokawa, Alpaca

• ​Moderator: Zunera Mazhar, The Digital Chamber

​5:25-5:50PM: Building the Next Era of Global Digital Financial Infrastructure

• ​Andrew McCormick, Chainlink

• ​Rob Krugman, Broadridge

• ​Moderator: Jonathan Schmalfeld, The Digital Chamber

​6:00PM: Networking Happy Hour Begins

​6:50-7:05PM: Fireside Chat with Congressman Huizenga

• ​Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI)

• ​Moderator: Cody Carbone, The Digital Chamber

​7:05-7:25PM: From Tokyo to Washington: A Conversation with Senator Bill Hagerty

• ​Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN)

• ​Moderator: Cody Carbone, The Digital Chamber

​7:25PM: Closing Remarks

• ​Cody Carbone, The Digital Chamber

​Topics include:

• ​Global approaches to digital asset regulation and interoperability

• ​Stablecoins, tokenization, and next-generation payment systems

• ​Institutional adoption and digital finance infrastructure

• ​U.S. and international policy priorities for digital assets and financial innovation

• ​Opportunities for collaboration between government and industry

​Getting There

​The event will take place at the Old Residence of the Embassy of Japan, not at the Embassy Chancery.

​To avoid any confusion, please be sure to go to the Old Residence, which is the historic building with the large front gate and is easy to recognize. There will also be a guest list check at the entrance to help direct attendees.

​Parking: Please note that parking is not available on-site.

​This event is designed for senior leaders across government, financial services, fintech, digital assets, payments, and emerging technologies. Please note that, for security and entry purposes, the Embassy of Japan will utilize attendee contact information for access and screening procedures at the entrance.

​Tickets are non-transferable.

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​This event adheres to the standards set by Congress and federal agencies. All aspects comply with gift rules, ethics regulations, and the policies outlined by the House and Senate Ethics Committees, as well as the Office of Government Ethics, ensuring appropriate participation by public officials and staff.