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[KBW Impact Private] Stable Summit 2025
[KBW Impact Private] Stable Summit
Join Korea’s premier gathering of global stablecoin and digital finance leaders for an exclusive afternoon of insights and strategic discussions.
About This Event
The Stable Summit brings together international policymakers, financial institutions, and blockchain innovators to explore the future of stablecoins in Korea and Asia. This invitation-only event features high-level discussions on regulatory frameworks, financial stability, and building sustainable digital asset ecosystems.
Key Topics
Regulation & Policy: Choices for non-reserve currency nations
Risk & Stability: Compliance & Financial stability
Innovation & Equity: Fostering a sound & open ecosystem
Detailed Program Schedule
12:00–13:00 | VIP Registration
Shuttle to main venue
13:00–13:15 | VIP Networking
VIP registration, name card collection
Welcome drinks and networking
13:15–13:50 | Opening
Opening Remarks & VIP Introductions
VIP Group Photo
Welcome Speech – Eui-dal Song, CEO, Financial News
Congratulatory Remarks from 4 Members of National Assembly:
Lee-ja Lim – Chair, Planning & Finance Committee
Do-geol Ahn – Member, Planning & Finance Committee
Hyun-jung Kim – Member, Political Affairs Committee
Jae-sub Kim – Member, Political Affairs Committee
13:50–15:00 | Session 1: Stablecoin Regulatory Framework and the Future of Digital Finance
Keynote 1: “Global Stablecoin Regulation Trends and the Future of Finance” – Jessica Renier, Head of Digital Finance, Institute of International Finance
Presentation: “Building a Desirable KRW Stablecoin Ecosystem” – Woon-jae Choi, Vice President, NH NongHyup Bank
Special Panel Discussion
Moderator: Joon-hong Kim, Founder & CEO, FairSquareLab
Panelists: Fernando Vazquez (President, Chainlink), Yuval Rooz (Founder & CEO, Digital Asset)
15:00–15:20 | VIP Tea Time
Afternoon tea & networking
15:20–16:30 | Session 2: KRW Stablecoin, Risks, and Financial Stability
Keynote 2: “KRW Stablecoin Adoption and Financial Stability Measures” – Prof. Jae-won Choi, Seoul National University
Presentation: “Korea’s Stablecoin Regulation Discussions and Issues” – Dr. Se-woon Hwang, Korea Capital Market Institute
Panel Discussion
Moderator: Prof. Suk-jin Hwang, Dongguk University
Panelists: Prof. Jae-won Choi (Seoul National University), Dr. Se-woon Hwang (Korea Capital Market Institute), Kyeong-cheol Ko (Team Head, Bank of Korea), Min-woo Ku (Vice President, Chainalysis)
16:30–18:00 | Session 3: Building and Activating an Open, Sound Ecosystem
Keynote 3: “An Open and Sound Stablecoin Ecosystem (Circle’s Perspective)” – David Katz, Vice President of Strategy & Policy APAC, Circle
Presentation: “Advancing into the Global G2 of Digital Assets“ - Byung-duk Min, Member of National Assembly
Presentation: “The Stablecoin Game” – Tony McLaughlin, Founder & CEO, Ubyx
Panel Discussion
Moderator: Joon-hong Kim, Founder & CEO, FairSquareLab
Panelists: Anthony Apollo (Wyoming Stable Token Commission), Sung-min Cho (Team Head, Bank of Korea), Byung-hee Kim (Shinhan Bank)
18:00 | Closing Ceremony
Closing remarks by emcee
International Guests and Speakers
Bo Hines – Strategic Advisor, Tether
Caroline Pham – Acting Chairman, CFTC
Harry Jung – Deputy Director, White House Council of Advisors for Digital Assets
Jessica Renier – Managing Director, Institute of International Finance
Tony McLaughlin – Founder & CEO, Ubyx
David Katz – VP Strategy & Policy APAC, Circle
Anthony Apollo – Executive Director, Wyoming Stable Token Commission
Fernando Vazquez – President, Chainlink Labs 
Yuval Rooz – Founder & CEO, Digital Asset
National Assembly Members
Rep. Lee-ja Lim – Chair, Planning & Finance Committee
Rep. Do-geol Ahn – Member, Planning & Finance Committee
Rep. Byung-duk Min – Member, Political Affairs Committee
Rep. Hyun-jung Kim – Member, Political Affairs Committee
Rep. Jae-sub Kim – Member, Political Affairs Committee
Domestic Guests and Speakers
Prof. Jae-won Choi – Seoul National University, Financial Services Commission Virtual Assets Committee
Prof. Suk-jin Hwang – Dongguk University, DAXA Advisor
Dr. Se-woon Hwang – Korea Capital Market Institute, Financial Services Commission Innovative Finance Review Committee
Sung-min Cho - Head of Digital Currency Analysis Team, Digital Currency Department, Bank of Korea
Kyeong-cheol Ko – Head of Electronic Finance Team; Head of Payment Risk Management Team, Bank of Korea
Woon-jae Choi – Vice President, NH NongHyup Bank, Deputy Head
Min-woo Ku - Vice President, Chainalysis Korea
Joon-hong Kim – Founder & CEO, FairSquareLab
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 18:00 KST
Venue: Aston House, Walkerhill Hotel & Resort, Seoul
Address: 177, Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
Transportation
Complimentary Shuttle Buses: From Gwangnaru Station (Line 5) and Gangbyeon Station (Line 2) to Walkerhill (every 15 minutes, 06:00–23:30)
KBW Dedicated Shuttles: Between Walkerhill Main Building and Aston House
Parking: Limited near Aston House. Please use the Parking Tower at the Main Building
Hosts & Organizers
Co-hosted by: Korea Federation of Banks, The Financial News, FactBlock
Organized by: Open Blockchain · Decentralized Identifier Association (OBDIA), FairSquareLab
Open Blockchain·DID Association (OBDIA) - Korea's leading blockchain industry association fostering DID standards and regulatory frameworks
As a leading Web3 infrastructure company, we specialize in institutional-grade digital asset custody, security token infrastructure, and MPC wallet solutions. We bridge traditional finance with the blockchain ecosystem through strategic partnerships such as KDAC (with Shinhan Bank investment) and global collaborations with leaders in DeFi, DEX, and NFT innovations.
Sponsored by: Shinhan Bank, NH Nonghyup Bank, Lotte Members, DAOU DATA, Chainalysis
Note
This is a private, invitation-only event. Registration requires pre-approval.
Contact Information
Email: stablesummit.kbw@gmail.com