LBS Communications proudly supports Alpha Edge Summit:
Strengthening Hong Kong’s position as a leading hub for institutional digital finance
On August 27, 2025, the Alpha Edge Summit brought together over 200 institutional leaders at Cloud 39 in The Henderson, Hong Kong, to explore emerging trends shaping the future of digital finance. The event focused on market sentiment, strategies for Bitcoin treasury management, and the evolving role of tokenized real-world assets. LBS Communications was honored to serve as the main event execution partner of this significant industry gathering.
The summit featured a keynote address by Suresh Iyer, CFO of Aether Holdings, who provided an insightful overview of the institutional adoption of digital assets and the evolving market structure. His keynote set the tone for the day’s discussions around balancing opportunity with risk in digital finance.
A highly engaging fireside chat titled “How Memes Move Markets: Sentiment as Alpha in Web3” was moderated by Patricia Auer from Factor VC and featured Frank Cid, Vice President of Business Development at Aether Holdings. This session examined the influential role of online culture and community sentiment in shaping liquidity, volatility, and price movements within crypto markets.
Three in-depth panel discussions followed:
Bitcoin as a Treasury Asset:
– Moderated by Tamir Abdel-wahab, Co-founder and CEO of Preferences AI, this panel included Stacey Sun (Director of Capital Markets, Aether Holdings), Brian HoonJong Paik (Co-founder & CEO, SmashFi), Tiena Sekharan (HeadDear of Reserve Solutions, Fiscus), and Eddy Travia (Co-founder & CEO, Coinsilium).
– The panelists discussed treasury strategies adopted by corporations, risk management approaches, staking infrastructure, and liquidity optimization in managing Bitcoin reserves.
Maximizing Strategic Value in Digital Treasuries:
– Esther Ng (Head of Global Events, Aether Holdings) moderated a session with Lu Yin (APAC, Solana Foundation), Colin Verhaegen (Head of Sales APAC, Kiln), and Josh Du, CFA (Chief Investment Officer, Animoca Brands).
– This discussion delved into designing treasury policies that leverage decentralized finance protocols and staking to enhance yield while maintaining operational resilience.
From Stablecoins to Real-World Assets (RWAs):
– In the final panel, Esther Jiang (Head of HK, Conflux Network) led conversations with Alexander Feenie (Founder & CEO, STRIDE™), Constance Waing (Co-founder, Pacifica), Kevin Loo (CEO Hong Kong, DigiFT), and Sean Lee (Co-founder, IDA).
-They explored the transition from stablecoin predominance to broader tokenization of real-world assets, challenges around valuation, liquidity, governance, and institutional adoption pathways.
One of the event’s highlights was Connexus Travel’s presentation, showcasing how the company’s 77 years of travel industry expertise is being combined with blockchain and AI innovations. This aligned closely with the summit’s broader theme of integrating legacy industries with cutting-edge digital finance technologies.
In addition to the robust program, the summit encouraged an open and collaborative atmosphere among founders, investors, and institutional decision-makers. The event concluded with a reception overlooking Hong Kong’s skyline, providing space for networking and partnership exploration.
LBS Communications played a key role in coordination and execution throughout the event. By facilitating smooth operations, LBS helped create an effective platform for dialogue and connection, further establishing Hong Kong as a central hub for institutional digital finance.
Key insights from the summit included:
1. Market sentiment is increasingly recognized as an actionable factor in investment decisions, though effective utilization requires strong data governance and frameworks.
2. Corporate interest in Bitcoin treasury holdings is rising, with attention to volatility management, diversification, and liquidity.
3. Tokenization continues to expand beyond stable coins into real-world assets, highlighting new challenges and opportunities regarding custody, valuation, and governance
4. Cross-industry collaboration and partnership remain critical for advancing institutional digital finance ecosystems.
Hong Kong’s digital finance momentum
The Alpha Edge Summit took place against the backdrop of significant growth in Hong Kong’s fintech and digital asset ecosystem. According to the latest industry reports, Hong Kong is fast becoming a regional powerhouse for digital finance innovation. The city hosts over 1,100 fintech companies, spanning blockchain, digital assets, wealth tech, and AI-powered solutions. This is bolstered by a proactive regulatory environment and government-backed initiatives such as the Stablecoin Ordinance enacted in August 2025 and the HKMA’s Fintech 2025 strategy focused on accelerating adoption, data infrastructure, and talent development.
Hong Kong banks are increasingly embracing digital asset custody and distribution services, with transaction volumes for digital asset products soaring. Regulatory sandboxes such as Project Ensemble facilitate tokenization experiments across liquidity management, sustainable finance, and trade finance, creating a fertile ecosystem for institutional innovations. Talent development remains a priority, with new programs grooming fintech-savvy professionals to meet industry demands.
This vibrant ecosystem provides a supportive backdrop for events like the Alpha Edge Summit, which further spur collaboration and industry advancement, helping position Hong Kong as a global hub for digital finance.
LBS Communications’ continued commitment
LBS Communications remains dedicated to supporting the growth of Hong Kong’s capital markets and fintech ecosystem. By delivering expert event management, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement, LBS plays an integral role in driving forward conversations that shape the future of finance. Looking ahead, LBS aims to foster deeper integration between traditional finance and emerging digital assets, supporting innovative initiatives that create sustainable economic growth and international collaboration.
The Alpha Edge Summit 2025 was a significant milestone in this journey — one that demonstrated Hong Kong’s readiness to lead and innovate in institutional digital finance. LBS proudly shares in this achievement and looks forward to future collaborations that build on this momentum.
About Alpha Edge Summit
The Alpha Edge Summit is a key institutional forum during Bitcoin Asia Week in Hong Kong. It brings together investors, corporates, and innovators to discuss digital finance strategies, including market sentiment, treasury management, and tokenization. The 2025 event featured focused keynotes and panels designed for decision-makers.
About Alpha Edge Media
Alpha Edge Media is Aether Holdings’ content platform delivering research, editorial coverage, and executive events. Its goal is to translate complex digital finance topics into actionable insights for institutional audiences, connecting capital and innovation across Asia.
About Aether Holdings, Inc
Aether Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATHR) supports digital asset industry initiatives including Alpha Edge Media. It focuses on connecting institutional investors and market participants with credible data and thought leadership to advance Asia’s digital finance ecosystem.
About CSTS Enterprise and Connexus Travel
CSTS Enterprise supports cross-industry discussions on enterprise adoption of digital finance. Connexus Travel, a longstanding Hong Kong travel management firm, is advancing AI and blockchain integration to modernize industry operations and customer experience.
