Ethereum Hong Kong Meetup-Jan
Welcome to the inaugural Ethereum Hong Kong Meetup, the first in a monthly series designed to bring together builders, researchers, investors, and enthusiasts in Hong Kong's growing Web3 ecosystem.
Hosted at the soon-to-launch Hong Kong Ethereum Community Hub - the first in Asia - supported by the Ethereum Foundation's Ethereum Everywhere (EE) team and operated by SNZ & ETHTAO, this series aims to foster meaningful dialogue, collaboration, and learning around key themes in the Ethereum space.
Each month, we will dive deep into a specific topic, featuring insights from Ethereum Foundation researchers and leading ecosystem projects. Our goal is to create a consistent, high-quality forum for knowledge sharing and network building in Hong Kong.
📅 Agenda
14:00-14:30 Registration
14:30-14:40 Opening Remark: Gavin WANG, SNZ Holding, CIO
14:40-15:00 Keynote Speech: Adrian LI, Ethereum Foundation, Ecosystem Development (Asia)
15:00-15:30 Fireside Chat - Programmable Privacy: Balancing Transparency, Compliance and Confidentiality
Moderator: Keith CHEN, SNZ Holding, Co-Founder
Panelists:
Mo JALIL, Ethereum Foundation, APAC Enterprise & Institutional Privacy Lead
Geoff JIANG, Yunfeng Financial Group, Chair of the Web3 Development Committee; Alphatoken, Founder and CEO
Michael DONG, Brevis, Co-Founder
15:30-16:10 Panel Discussion - From Protocol to Practice: Unlocking the Future of Institutions & RWAs
Moderator: Andrew WONG, Blockmosaic, Founder; Global Regulated Asset & Digital Exchange (GRADE) Alliance, Advisor
Panelists:
Aaron SONG, China Asset Management(HK), Vice President, Product and Strategy
Wally YU, Chainlink, Senior Solution Architect
Kathy Qu, HashKey Group, Director, Crypto as a Service (CaaS)
Joyce CUI, Asseto, Partner
16:10-16:50 Panel Discussion - The Next Chapter of Ethereum DeFi: Scaling on L2 & Protocol Innovation
Moderator: Timz,Spark, APAC Growth Lead
Panelists:
Adele HU, Taiko, Head of DeFi & RWA
Bo Hong DENG, Super Return, Founder
Shan Shan SHUI, Morpho, APAC Growth Lead
Gigi YIP, Cap Money, Global Business Director
16:50-18:00 ETH HK Community Hub Visiting & Networking
🚀 Why Join?
Be among the first to experience the HK Ethereum Community Hub community vibe ahead of its official April opening.
Connect with core Ethereum researchers, top project teams, and local builders.
Gain early insights into collaboration and partnership opportunities with the Hub.
About Hong Kong Ethereum Community Hub
Asia's first Ethereum Community Hub, launched by the Ethereum Foundation's Ethereum Everywhere team and run by SNZ & ETHTAO. Based in Hong Kong - a global financial gateway - we connect East and West, Web2 and Web3, through daily co-working, events, workshops, and community gatherings. An open space for builders, researchers, artists, and innovators, and a key node in the global Ethereum Community Hub network.
To connect and catalyze Ethereum's growth in Asia. Leveraging Hong Kong's role as a financial and innovation hub, we bridge Eastern and Western ecosystems and foster dialogue between traditional finance and decentralized protocols. We support real-world blockchain solutions through education, events, and collaboration.
About Ethereum Everywhere
Ethereum Everywhere (EE) is an Ethereum Foundation team dedicated to Ecosystem Development and Amplification, with a mission to empower local communities and events to achieve sustained success and long-term growth. They are developing accessible and comprehensive support systems that enable communities to grow responsibly and sustainably, while building a global network that connects Ethereum community activities worldwide - including meetups, workshops, and permanent community hubs - to advance Ethereum's worldwide adoption and strengthen the ecosystem and community connections.
About SNZ Holding
SNZ is a crypto-native, research-driven investment company with over 200 portfolios. Active since 2014, the SNZ team has not only focused on investment but also been dedicated to community building and incubation. Notably, as one of the earliest backers of Ethereum in Asia, and the strategic partner for multiple Western projects, to expand in Asia. SNZ is an engaging and proactive investor that grows with our portfolios. Learn more at: https://snzholding.com/
About ETHTAO
ETHTAO is initiated by SNZ and key Ethereum ecosystem builders. It is an open community organization, dedicated to promoting Ethereum's values and culture in Asia, connecting community builders, and attracting, nurturing and supporting top-tier talents for Ethereum ecosystem.