The future of digital finance and blockchain innovation in Latin America is unfolding in real time — and the spotlight is on Blockchain.RIO 2025, the region’s most anticipated tech event. Set to take place in August, this year's edition has already confirmed a powerhouse lineup of industry leaders, financial pioneers, and technological visionaries. From global blockchain platforms to major Brazilian banks embracing digital transformation, the stage is set for groundbreaking discussions on Web3, decentralized finance, real-world assets (RWAs), regulation, and the future of secure, scalable innovation.
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Confirmed Industry Leaders Shaping the Future
Among the first names confirmed for Blockchain.RIO 2025 is Courtnay Nery Guimarães Jr., Digital Assets Lead at Bradesco, one of Brazil’s largest financial institutions. With over 30 years of experience in business architecture, system design, and digital strategy, Guimarães has been instrumental in driving Bradesco’s blockchain initiatives. He has trained more than 2,000 professionals across Brazil and globally, positioning the bank as a leader in enterprise-grade blockchain adoption.
Joining him is Serguei Nazarov, co-founder of Chainlink, the leading decentralized oracle network that enables smart contracts to securely interact with real-world data and systems. As a foundational pillar of Web3 infrastructure, Chainlink continues to empower developers to build resilient, data-driven blockchain applications — a theme expected to dominate technical sessions at the event.
Additional confirmed participants include:
- Michael Shalunov – Key figure in blockchain infrastructure development
- André Portilho – Digital Assets Executive at BTG Pactual
- Guilherme Nazar – Vice President, Latin America at Binance
- Senator Carlos Portinho – Advocate for digital policy and crypto regulation
- Rajeev Bamra – Head of Strategic Initiatives at Moody’s Ratings
- Italo Bastos Borsatto – Advisor at the Bank for International Settlements
- Felipe Cabral – Business & Product Leader at Santander
- Alexandre Senra – Federal Prosecutor focused on digital asset compliance
- Felipe Santana – Co-founder of Paradigm Education
- João Paulo Aragão Pereira – AI Expert at Inter&Co
- João Gianvecchio – Digital Assets Manager at Banco BV
This diverse roster reflects the growing convergence between traditional finance and decentralized technologies — a trend accelerating across Latin America.
Core Themes and Stages at Blockchain.RIO 2025
The conference will feature multiple specialized stages, each dedicated to a critical dimension of the blockchain ecosystem. These tracks are designed to cater to developers, regulators, entrepreneurs, investors, and enterprise decision-makers.
Blockchain Insights: The Main Stage
Kicking off the event, this flagship stage will host high-profile panels featuring global thought leaders discussing market trends, scalability challenges, and investment opportunities in the evolving Web3 landscape.
CRI – Center for Regulation and Innovation
Focused on policy development and regulatory frameworks, CRI will explore how innovation can thrive within compliant environments. Expect deep dives into licensing, consumer protection, and cross-border compliance.
RegTech Rocks by Febraban
Hosted by the Brazilian Federation of Banks (Febraban), this stage will examine how regulation and technology can evolve together — particularly in areas like anti-money laundering (AML) protocols and digital identity.
Global Finance by Abecrypto
Highlighting stablecoins and cross-border payments, this track will showcase how blockchain is reshaping international remittances and financial inclusion across Latin America.
Blockchain Forum LATAM
Conducted entirely in Spanish, this stage will spotlight key players from Argentina, Colombia, Mexico, Chile, and beyond — reinforcing regional collaboration.
The Bridge
An English-language stage designed to position Brazil as a gateway between Latin America and global markets. International projects will connect with local innovators here.
Crypto Summit
A comprehensive overview of cryptocurrency trends, from macroeconomic impacts to retail adoption and institutional investment strategies.
Legal Hackers
A dynamic space where lawyers, technologists, and regulators debate the legal implications of DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, and smart contract enforcement.
LFTD – Linux Foundation Decentralized Trust
As part of the Linux Foundation’s open-source mission, this track supports the development of transparent, community-governed technologies critical to Web3’s long-term sustainability.
Launchpad
Showcasing early-stage startups and promising blockchain ventures, Launchpad offers a platform for emerging projects to gain visibility and connect with investors.
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Sebrae Innovation Hub
Organized by Brazil’s micro and small business support agency, this stage targets entrepreneurs looking to innovate within the digital economy.
RWA Summit – Real World Assets on Chain
One of the most talked-about tracks, this summit will explore tokenizing tangible assets like real estate, energy grids, agricultural outputs, and commodities — unlocking liquidity and transparency through blockchain.
Cybersecurity & AI Summit
With rising threats in digital ecosystems, this stage addresses cutting-edge defenses powered by artificial intelligence, zero-knowledge proofs, and secure multi-party computation.
An NFT art exhibition titled NFTalks will also run parallel to the main program, blending culture with technology.
Two Venues. One Vision.
Following the successful format of 2024, Blockchain.RIO 2025 will unfold across two iconic locations in Rio de Janeiro:
- May 5: An exclusive gathering for leaders, investors, and sponsors at Casa Camolese in the Botanical Garden
- May 6–7: The main public event at Exporio Cidade Nova (formerly ExpoMag), featuring exhibitions, immersive tech experiences, workshops, and networking zones
Tickets are available via the official event website, with expectations to draw over 20,000 attendees from around the world.
Why Blockchain.RIO Matters
Founded in 2022, Blockchain.RIO has rapidly become Brazil’s premier Web3 conference — reflecting the country’s rise as a global leader in blockchain adoption. According to Chainalysis’ 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index, Latin America ranks among the top regions for grassroots cryptocurrency usage, accounting for 9.1% of global on-chain activity. Brazil holds the 9th highest user base worldwide and leads Latin America in both innovation and regulatory maturity.
The event isn’t just about technology — it’s about building bridges between sectors. Its mission is to foster knowledge exchange, accelerate business partnerships, and strengthen an ecosystem where finance, governance, education, and technology converge.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is Blockchain.RIO?
A: Blockchain.RIO is Latin America’s leading conference focused on blockchain, Web3, digital finance, and emerging technologies. Since 2022, it has brought together industry leaders, startups, regulators, and technologists to shape the future of decentralized innovation.
Q: When and where is Blockchain.RIO 2025 taking place?
A: The event runs from May 5–7 in Rio de Janeiro. May 5 is a private leaders’ summit at Casa Camolese; May 6–7 are open days at Exporio Cidade Nova.
Q: Who should attend Blockchain.RIO?
A: Developers, fintech executives, investors, policymakers, entrepreneurs, academics, and anyone interested in blockchain’s role in finance, governance, and digital transformation.
Q: Is there an emphasis on real-world asset (RWA) tokenization?
A: Yes — the RWA Summit is a major highlight, exploring how physical assets like property and commodities can be securely tokenized on-chain to improve liquidity and access.
Q: How does Blockchain.RIO support regulatory dialogue?
A: Through dedicated stages like CRI and Legal Hackers, the event fosters collaboration between innovators and regulators to build compliant yet forward-thinking frameworks.
Q: Are international participants welcome?
A: Absolutely. With English-speaking panels on “The Bridge” stage and strong regional representation across LATAM, the event is designed for global engagement.
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Final Thoughts
Blockchain.RIO 2025 isn’t just another tech conference — it’s a catalyst for transformation. With names like Binance, Bradesco, Santander, Chainlink, and key government figures all under one roof, the event symbolizes the maturation of blockchain from niche experimentation to mainstream integration. As Brazil continues to lead Latin America in digital finance innovation, gatherings like this play a crucial role in aligning vision with action — turning ideas into impact.
Whether you're building the next DeFi protocol or reimagining traditional banking with blockchain, Blockchain.RIO offers a rare convergence of insight, influence, and opportunity.
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