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Join Ripple and Web3Salon Supported by JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization) and partnered with FINOLAB, Tokyo for an exclusive side event during WebX Tokyo 2025, bringing together innovators, founders, corporate leaders, and investors shaping the next era of finance. This half-day session brings together leading voices to explore how tokenization and institutional DeFi are reshaping the global financial stack, with a spotlight on Japan’s unique position in the ecosystem.
Whether you’re a builder, founder, investor, or policymaker, this is your chance to explore XRP Ledger (XRPL), understand institutional DeFi use cases, and connect with top fintech startups and stakeholders.
Who Should Attend
- Fintech Startup Founders
- Corporate Professionals in Digital Assets/Finance
- Fintech & Digital Asset VCs
Capacity: 100 participants (Register early to secure your spot)
Agenda
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Doors Open & Registration
Welcome networking over refreshments, badge pickup, and music to set the tone.
3:00 PM – 3:20 PM
Opening Remarks
Hosted by Ripple, Web3Salon & JETRO
- Introduction to JETRO’s upcoming startup support program
- Welcome note from Ripple on the future of tokenization and institutional-grade finance
- Vision framing: “From crypto-native tools to global financial infrastructure”
3:20 PM – 3:35 PM
Ripple Presentation: “Introduction to Ripple and the XRPL Grants Program”
Learn about Ripple’s mission, the products powering institutional DeFi, and how XRPL is enabling global financial innovation.
- Explore XRPL Grants: opportunities, structure, and builder support.
3:35 PM – 4:00 PM
XRPL Technology Workshop for Fintech Startups
Hosted by Tequ
Discover how easy it is to build financial products on XRPL.
- Step-by-step demo: Launching on XRPL
- Tools, SDKs, APIs overview
- Benefits of XRPL: speed, scalability, compliance, and energy efficiency
- Developer support and grants
4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Panel Discussion:
“The Future of Finance: Tokenization & Institutional DeFi in Japan”
Explore Japan’s leadership in RWA tokenization and institutional blockchain infrastructure.
Key Themes:
- Institutional DeFi and its adoption timeline
- Real-world asset (RWA) tokenization for enterprises
- Regulatory and compliance insights (public vs. private chains)
- How Japan is shaping the tokenized finance future
Moderator: Mai, XRPL Japan | Web3Salon
Suggested Panelists: TBA
4:45 PM – 5:00 PM
Fintech Startup Pitch Showcase: “Rebuilding Finance On-Chain”
Watch 2–3 startups pitch cutting-edge blockchain-based fintech solutions.
- 4-minute pitch + 1-minute Q&A
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
Networking & Drinks: “Connect & Collaborate”
Enjoy drinks and meaningful conversations.
- Meet the RippleX team, speakers, and fellow innovators
- Business card exchange area for new connections
🎫 Limited to 100 participants. Reserve your seat now.
Organized by
Asia Web3 Alliance Japan (Web3Salon)
Ripple
Supported by JETRO
Partnered with FINOLAB Tokyo and Singapore Global Network (SGN) – Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB)