KEYTAKEAWAYS
- Binance Japan targets 100+ cryptocurrencies by 2024, boosting local projects globally.
- Japan's IP and gaming strengths merge with Web3, showcasing unique blockchain innovations.
- Tokyo aims to become a Web3 financial hub, backed by government initiatives.
CONTENT
Our tour of WebX 2024’s final day reveals Binance’s big moves in Japan, a fusion of anime and blockchain, and Tokyo’s ambitious plans to become a Web3 powerhouse.
Waking up feeling refreshed, we were more than eager to check out what Day Two of WebX 2024, hosted by CoinPost, had in store for us. Would it be another latest, groundbreaking Web3 technology? With our comfortable shoes on and curiosity piqued, we set out for The Prince Park Tower. Buckle up, because CoinRank is taking you on a whirlwind tour of WebX 2024’s grand finale!
>>> WebX Day One: WebX 2024 | A Tour Through Day One Highlights
MORNING INSIGHTS: BINANCE TAKES CENTER STAGE
Our day kicked off with a double dose of Binance:
Panel Session | Fireside with Richard Teng
(source: CoinPost)
Binance CEO Richard Teng and Binance Japan GM Takeshi Chino discussed the future of crypto. Teng emphasized user focus, regulatory collaboration, and ecosystem building. He noted that 2024 could be pivotal for mainstream crypto adoption, citing recent ETF approvals globally.
(source: CoinRank)
Panel Session | Binance Japan 1 Year Milestone Press Luncheon
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Binance Japan announced plans to increase their supported cryptocurrencies from 53 to over 100 by the end of 2024, with a focus on introducing Japanese projects to the global Binance platform.
(source: CoinRank)
AFTERNOON PANELS: WEB3 ECOSYSTEMS
After a quick coffee break, we dove back into the intellectual deep end:
Panel Session | Bridging The Gap Between Web2 & Web3 with IP
(source: CoinRank)
This panel explored how intellectual property is connecting traditional audiences with the Web3 ecosystem, covering topics from brand building to digital ownership.
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Panel Session | Ecosystem, Regulations & Asia with Bloomberg
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Experts discussed the current state of Web3 in Asia, examining key players, challenges, and the impact of regulations on innovation and investment.
(source: CoinRank)
>>> Additional WebX articles:
- WebX 2024: SBI Chairman Yoshitaka Kitao Outlines Web3 Strategy and Future of Finance
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WebX 2024: Japanese Officials Discuss Web3 and Emerging Tech Policy
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WebX 2024: Sony Unveils Soneium Blockchain Ushering in Web3 Era
EXHIBITION AREA: GAMES AND IP
The exhibition floor showcased the intersection of Web3 with gaming and Japanese IP:
Booth | Capverse
(source: CoinRank)
This Web3 game with its Play-and-Earn model had us seeing stars – literally! Set in an interstellar civilization, it’s all about battling pets (called Sumers), breeding new ones, and trading assets.
Area | IP Area
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Anime fans, rejoice! This section was a feast for the eyes, showcasing Japan’s legendary IP prowess. From ACG WORLDS to Toho Co., Ltd., it was like walking through an otaku’s dream. Who said NFTs can’t be kawaii?
Area | Game Area
(source: CoinRank)
Decked out in retro console style with a cyberpunk twist, this area screamed “Japan is game!” We caught Square Enix’s “SYMBIOGENESIS” in action, dishing out NFTs to lucky visitors.
GOVERNOR KOIKE, “WEB3 IS GOING TO TRANSFORM TOKYO”
As WebX 2024 drew to a close, Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike took the stage.
(source: CoinPost)
Governor Koike was beaming as she praised the event’s success. “By gathering people from all over the world in Tokyo, we’ve planted the seeds of open innovation,” she declared.
“We’re going to ride the blockchain wave all the way to becoming a top-tier international financial city,” she then announced. Turns out, Tokyo’s got a whole playbook – the “Global Financial City Tokyo Vision 2.0” – and Web3 is a star player.
From nurturing fintech startups to supporting the issuance of security tokens, Tokyo’s pulling out all the stops. Governor Koike’s message was clear: Web3 isn’t just coming to Tokyo, it’s going to transform it.
As the curtains fell on WebX 2024, we couldn’t help but feel we’d just gotten a sneak peek at the future. As we filed out of The Prince Park Tower, one thing was certain – next year’s WebX can’t come soon enough!
>>> Related articles:
- ABS 2024 | Web3 Game Con: Bridging Traditional and Crypto Games
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ABS 2024: Taipei Emerges as Asia’s Premier Hub for Web3 and AI Innovation
