DAA x GMC Workshop: Bhutan Opportunities In Digital Assets
Bhutan Opportunities in Digital Assets
Jointly Organised by Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) and Digital Assets Association (DAA)
A New Frontier Worth Paying Attention To
Bhutan is quietly positioning itself as a unique frontier in the global digital assets landscape — combining sustainable energy, strong governance, and a long-term approach to innovation. With initiatives such as Gelephu Mindfulness City, the country is opening up to digital infrastructure, blockchain technologies, and new forms of economic participation.
This workshop brings together key stakeholders across government, finance, and industry to provide a clear and practical view of what is actually happening on the ground.
What to Expect
This is not a theoretical discussion. The session will cover Bhutan’s ecosystem development, regulatory direction, and the real opportunities emerging within the country — alongside perspectives from operators already active in Bhutan and financial institutions supporting cross-border activity.
Attendees will gain a grounded understanding of where Bhutan stands today, what is being built, and what it realistically takes to enter and operate within this market.
Featured Speakers include:
Desmond Yong, Director (Financial Services), Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC), Bhutan’s digital assets vision, regulatory approach, and ecosystem opportunities
Yu Dong, Chief Executive Officer, DK Bank, role of financial institutions in enabling digital asset ecosystems and cross-border infrastructure
Pem Tshering / Ngawang, Green Digital Limited, building digital infrastructure in Bhutan and on-the-ground operational insights
Benjamin Gaw, Director, D&N, legal and structuring considerations for entering Bhutan
Daniel Lee, CEO, Cactus Custody, perspectives on opportunities, risks, and market entry strategy
Cecilia Sha, CEO, Abacus Asia Wealth Management, perspectives on capital allocation, wealth structuring, and investment considerations in emerging digital asset markets
Programme
2:00 PM - Registration
2:30 PM - Opening Address by Co-Chair, DAA
2:40 PM - Bhutan Finance/Digital Assets Environment (GMC)
2:55 PM - Building Digital Infrastructure in Bhutan (GDL)
3:10 PM - Financial Infrastructure / Banking Perspective (DK Bank)
3:25 PM - Panel Discussion: Entering Bhutan – Opportunities, Risks, and What It Really Takes
4:15 PM - Networking & Refreshments
5:00 PM - End of Event
Who Should Attend
This session is designed for digital asset founders, infrastructure providers, investors, financial institutions, and ecosystem leaders exploring new markets and strategic expansion opportunities.
If you are evaluating frontier jurisdictions or looking to understand where the next phase of digital asset infrastructure could emerge, this session will give you the clarity to make informed decisions.