AIBC Speakers

Lito Villanueva

Co-Founder

Asia FinTech Alliance

Lito Villanueva is the Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation and Inclusion Officer of RCBC, where he has led one of the most recognised digital transformations in Asian banking, earning over 300 accolades in five years. Under his leadership, RCBC became the first bank in Asia to win six consecutive Euromoney Best Bank for Digital awards, alongside recognition from Gartner, YouTube, the Singapore Fintech Festival, and the ASEAN Fintech Forum. Widely regarded as a leading voice in digital finance and financial inclusion across Southeast Asia, Lito has been named Asia's Trailblazer of the Year, CX Professional of the Year by The Digital Banker, and twice a Circle of Excellence awardee at the Asia CEO Awards. He also serves as Chief Digital Transformation Advisor of the Yuchengco Group of Companies and is widely known in the industry as "Mr. FinTech of the Philippines."

Wei Zhou

CEO

Coins.ph

Wei Zhou is a leading figure in the global cryptocurrency space, serving as the Founder and CEO of Coins.xyz, a globally licensed crypto exchange, and CEO of Coins.ph, the Philippines' leading cryptocurrency exchange with over 18 million users. Wei is also a strategic advisor and key investor in Old Fashion Research (OFR), a multi-strategy blockchain investment fund launched in 2021 by former Binance executives and investment teams. Previously, Wei served as CFO at Binance from 2018 to 2021, where he played a pivotal role in scaling the company into the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange. His extensive leadership experience also includes serving as Vice Chairman of Grindr and CFO at several publicly listed tech companies. Wei began his career at Goldman Sachs and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and East Asian Studies from Harvard University. A sought-after speaker at global crypto and fintech events, Wei has taken the stage at some of the industry's most prestigious conferences, including Solana’s Breakpoint, Stellar’s Meridian, and the Singapore Fintech Festival.

Macky Cruz

APAC Expansion Manager

Tether

Macky has been working in the Philippine Startup and Fintech industry for the past 25 years. Recently he has been working with regional companies to help them expand into Asia and in the Philippines. Macky has been with Tether, the largest issuer of Stablecoins in the world and one of the most valuable companies in the Digital Assets space for more than 2 years and is one of the pioneers of its Global Expansion team, which aims to build Financial Inclusion and Empowerment of communities with Blockchain Technology.

George Wong

Advisor

Blockchain For Good Alliance

Dr Jane Thomason

Emeritus Chair

World Metaverse Council

Dr Jane Thomason is Chief Editor of Metaverse and Web3 at Frontiers in Blockchain and an Industry Associate at University College London. A global thought leader and author, she has received multiple honours, including Web3 Leader of the Year and Co-Founded the Women in Deep Tech Network.

Dom De Leon

Executive Director

DEVCON Philippines

Dom is a dynamic tech leader with more than a decade of experience driving growth across advertising, fintech, and sustainable development. As Executive Director of DEVCON, the Philippines' largest community of geeks with 11 chapters nationwide, he champions an inclusive tech talent ecosystem. Bringing a unique blend of global tech innovation and meaningful local impact, Dom's experience spans founding leadership roles in US and Middle East startups at Talino Fintech Venture Studio, and award-winning advertising work at Dentsu and Havas.

Jared Dillinger

Co-Creator & Host

Let It Fly Entertainment

Founder of Let It Fly and architect of a new culture – blending sports, gaming, streaming, and crypto innovation into one powerhouse brand, shaping the future of athlete-led entertainment.

Chezka Gonzales

Founder

Philippine Blockchain Week

Chezka is an Airbus A320 pilot and Philippine Air Force Reservist. She is the Founder of Philippine Blockchain Week and the Founding Vice President of the Blockchain Council of the Philippines. She is a content creator and global speaker advocating Web3 innovation and Filipino talent worldwide.

Raj Kapoor

Founder

India Blockchain Alliance

Raj Kapoor is the Founder of India Blockchain Alliance, the Chairman of the Global Alliance for Artificial Intelligence and Innovation as well as the Chairman of the India Artificial Alliance, and an Advisory Board Member at over 80 blockchain companies. He is a global Blockchain, Cryptocurrency and FinTech Educator, Certified Bitcoin Professional (CBP), Blockchain Solution Architect, and also the chief Board Advisor for Nappbooks Ltd. He is also the Global CEO of Sagoon Inc, USA and has been recently onboarded to the Velocity Foundation, USA as Advisory Board member.

Nelson Tung Lumbres

Co-Founder

ISLA Camp

With over 15 years of hands-on experience in driving growth and refining core value propositions across diverse sectors including banking, telecommunications, and marketing, I bring a wealth of expertise to the table. My forte lies in crafting innovative strategies that seamlessly adapt to the ever-evolving market dynamics and customer demands. As the co-founder of ISLA Camp, I find myself at the forefront of a groundbreaking industry, fervently leading the charge towards the future of Web3 development in the region. Collaborating closely with a dynamic and skilled cohort of developers, entrepreneurs, and investors, I am dedicated to spearheading transformative projects on the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) platform. I firmly believe in the transformative potential of technology, the strength of collaboration, and the imperative of forward-thinking approaches in shaping the future landscape. Let's connect and embark on a journey to drive innovation, foster growth, and create value together.

Shawn Tan

General Partner

TRIVE Digital

Shawn Tan is a General Partner at TRIVE Ventures, where he focuses on game-changing investments in Web3 and AI. With over a decade of experience across venture investments, strategy, and zero-to-one company building, he also advises TZ APAC and Loyal VC, mentors at Outlier Ventures and Next Challenge Foundation, and is recognised as a Global Expert by Blockchain Founders Fund. Alongside his investment work, Shawn is the founder of Hyperbond Studio, the company behind Call Me Sensei, an AI EdTech platform reimagining language learning. He holds an MBA with Distinction from INSEAD and a BBA in Finance from the National University of Singapore, and gives back to the next generation as an adjunct lecturer at Nanyang Polytechnic covering AI and digital banking.

Myrtle Anne Ramos

CEO

Block Tides and Solstice

Myrtle Anne Ramos is the visionary CEO and Founder of Block Tides, a globally acclaimed PR and marketing firm that has now transformed into a full-service digital and tech solution. She's a recognized leader in the blockchain industry, known for her roles as a KOL of CoinMarketCap, Official Binance Live & Feed Creator, and an Official Member of the Forbes Business Council and Cointelegraph Innovation Circle. With over 12 years of experience, Myrtle has been instrumental in transforming businesses through cutting-edge technology and strategic insights. As a Filipina serial entrepreneur and angel investor, Myrtle's influence extends far and wide. She's the brains behind Block Tides and the former Co-Founder of a gamified metaverse that raised over $5.4 million. Her expertise spans technology, advisory, branding, marketing, public relations, business development, and growth in Blockchain, Web 3, Cryptocurrency and metaverse. Myrtle's commitment to innovation and inclusivity has earned Block Tides numerous accolades, including the Gazet International Award for Best PR & Marketing Agency in 2023 and Best Crypto Media at the AIBC Awards. Myrtle Anne Ramos is a force for positive change in the blockchain industry and as a creative environmental advocate. She believes in the power of art, nature, and community to drive impactful transformation. With a background in tech, PR, and marketing for multimillion-dollar brands, Myrtle knows what it takes to create global influence. Her extensive contributions have been recognized by the US Federal Government, the US Army, the National Security Agency, the FBI, Microsoft, IBM, and the United Nations. Myrtle is a trusted advisor to many Blockchain and Tech companies, shaping the future of these industries.

Jonathan Low

Founder & CEO

Biptap

Jonathan Low, a visionary entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience, is transforming the global financial landscape as Founder and CEO of Biptap. By merging blockchain technology with traditional banking, he addresses challenges in payments, financial accessibility and privacy, creating innovative solutions that empower businesses and individuals.

Amira Alawi

Global Marketing Director

Coins.ph

Gerry Go

CEO & Founder

MagniViral Performance Branding Co

Gerry Go, CEO and founder of MagniViral Performance Branding Co., Web3 marketing strategist, community builder, and content creator making a strong impact across Southeast Asia’s digital asset space. With experience spanning exchanges, gaming, DeFi, NFTs, and both live and online activations, Gerry has helped Web3 brands grow through strategic campaigns, compelling content, and community-led expansion. Through collaborations with Web3 projects, he has contributed to onboarding more than 100,000 users and app downloads in recent campaigns. Known for connecting global innovation with deep local market insight, Gerry brings credibility, creativity, and measurable results to the evolving Web3 landscape.

Max Moris

CEO & Co-Founder

Cicada

Mike Moris is the Co-Founder of Cicada, a Dubai-based market making firm serving 60+ active clients across CEX and DEX markets globally. With 9+ years of experience in liquidity structuring, token economics, and exchange strategy, he has been directly involved in 1,000+ token listings spanning DeFi, infrastructure, and emerging L1/L2 ecosystems, overseeing operations managing $100M+ in AUM supported by a team of 90+ quants, traders, and engineers. A veteran of every major market cycle since 2017, Mike's track record covers the full project lifecycle from pre-TGE tokenomics and exchange listings to post-launch liquidity management and VC fundraising infrastructure. He is also the Co-Founder of PromptRaise, a GEO and LLM visibility platform helping Web3 brands appear in AI-generated responses across ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and beyond.

Giu Comia

KOL & Content Creator

Giu Comia is a Singer , Vlogger & a Web 3 KOL / Content Creator / Speaker based in the Philippines known for specializing in onboarding the masses to the world of Web 3 by partnering with a lot of global web3 brands. Also a member of the Bored Ape Yacht Club , he recently was a key speaker for NFT.NYC, Taipei Blockchain Week & of course now AIBC.

Tryke Gutierrez

CEO

Tier One Entertainment

"Irymarc “Tryke” Gutierrez’s Tier One Entertainment is a gaming and esports talent platform that focuses on streamers and professional teams through its Blacklist International imprint. He believes developing top talent means followers will come, and after only four years of operation, its 420 talents across three countries enjoy a combined Facebook following of 100 million.

Med Amine

CTO & Co-Founder

bond.credit

Med Amine is a technology executive and protocol architect with a background in cryptography and enterprise software, having worked at Sage Intacct, Wallix, Polygon, and Mode Network. As Co-Founder and CTO of bond.credit, he leads the technical vision behind one of the earliest platforms to adopt ERC-8004 for on-chain credit scoring and agent reputation infrastructure in DeFi. His research spans the emerging agentic economy and zk knowledge graphs, focused on building the trust and credit primitives that will underpin the next generation of digital economies.

Nick Hill

CEO

PremierChain

Nick Hill is a seasoned iGaming professional with over 20 years of experience, including serving as Chief Commercial Officer at EveryMatrix. He possesses deep insight into industry needs and emerging trends through his work on automated sportsbooks and advanced content aggregation platforms. As CEO of PremierChain, Nick applies blockchain, DLT, AI, and machine learning to enhance supply chain management, responsible gaming, KYC/B processes, anti-money laundering, and player protection initiatives across the iGaming sector.

Tahir Mahmood

Co-Founder & CTO

OpenBox AI

Tahir Mahmood is a pioneering technologist and Co-Founder of OpenBox AI, with a career spanning four decades at the forefront of enterprise computing. He served as Technical Lead for Operating Systems and Programming Languages at Microsoft and holds over 40 patents spanning AI, telecoms, and IoT — one of the most credentialed builders at the intersection of AI infrastructure, security, and governance. Today, Tahir is focused on solving one of the most critical challenges in enterprise AI adoption: making autonomous AI systems trustworthy, auditable, and provable by design at the moment of execution.

Puneet Singh

Associate Director, Innovation & Technology

PwC India

Puneet Singh is an experienced Transformation Consultant and Associate Director at PwC, specializing in Digital Strategy, Agile Methodologies, Machine Learning, Blockchain, and Web 3.0. With over 6 years at PwC, Puneet has advanced from Cyber Security trainee to leading digital transformation projects across diverse industries, including EdTech, Healthcare, and Insurance. His expertise includes advisory services that guide clients through technology adoption, strategic planning, and the creation of digital platforms. Puneet played a key role in the agile transformation of one of the world's largest consumer credit reporting agencies.

Arpit Mehta

Co-Founder & CPO

Fuze

Arpit Mehta is the Co-Founder and President of Fuze, where he leads product strategy and execution for regulated digital assets infrastructure across MENA, building secure and scalable platforms that enable institutions to adopt digital assets compliantly at scale. Prior to Fuze, Arpit co-founded allround, an edtech platform backed by Stellaris and Athera Venture Partners, serving 65,000+ learners across six countries. Earlier in his career he held senior product leadership roles at Simpl and ClearTax, scaling products to millions of users and thousands of enterprise customers.

Bernard Mendoza

Country Manager

MEXC

Bernard Mendoza is the Country Manager of MEXC Philippines, known for turning KOL communities into high-impact growth engines in Web3. From grassroots building to scaling trading ecosystems, he has driven measurable volume through creator-led strategies and strong community trust. Now leading market expansion, Bernard focuses on empowering KOLs, traders, and communities to win in the evolving crypto space.

Paulo Caperig

Head of Partnerships

Kaia DLT Foundation

Paulo Caperig is Head of Partnerships at Kaia DLT Foundation, where he leads the foundation's stablecoin and payments strategy across Southeast Asia. He has sourced and onboarded regulated stablecoin issuers and fiat infrastructure partners across the region, and architected distribution partnerships reaching tens of millions of users. His work sits at the intersection of regulatory compliance, cross-border payments, and on-chain financial infrastructure.

Jose Mendoza

Country Manager

Bitget

Jose’s Web3 journey continues to evolve as he takes on the role of Country Manager for the Philippines at Bitget. Building on his deep roots in the Bitcoin community and strategic leadership experience at Binance, Jose is now focused on accelerating Web3 adoption and decentralized finance (DeFi) integration in the Philippines. His mission centers on driving financial inclusion and leading educational initiatives that empower individuals and communities to engage with the future of Web3.

Arlone Abello

Founder and CEO

Global Miranda Miner Group

Arlone Abello, known as "Coach Miranda Miner" or the Pambansang Crypto Coach, is the Founder and CEO of Global Miranda Miner Group (GMMG), a Philippine-born firm now operating internationally with a licensed hub in Dubai. He is also the founder of Web3 learning platforms Elite University and FEASTGold, and the IMPACT association, which promotes responsible cryptocurrency education across the Philippines. A professional trader, licensed Financial Advisor, and Certified Technical Analyst recognised by the Society of Technical Analysts, Arlone brings seven years of profitable trading experience across crypto and stock markets in the Philippines and the United States. He was named Best Trading Advisor of 2023 at Traders' Fair and is currently completing studies at London Business School.

Krystelle Galano

Founder

CryptoFemale Philippines

Krystelle Galano is an award-winning Web3 marketing leader, PR strategist, and Founder of CryptoFemale Philippines, currently serving as Marketing SEA Lead at Darkex. With a decade of experience across blockchain, fintech, and digital innovation, she has positioned brands across top-tier global media including Forbes, Bloomberg, Reuters, and NASDAQ. Recognised as one of the Top CMOs in the Philippines, among the Most Influential Women in Crypto by BeInCrypto, and a Top 100 Web3 Leader globally, Krystelle is also a WBAF Chair in the Philippines, Draper University Alumni, and Startup World Cup Global Mentor. She is a passionate advocate for inclusivity and adoption in Web3, actively supporting founders in scaling and market positioning on a global stage.

Christopher Rodil aka Prof Toff

Education Lead

ÂTTN.LIVE

Prof Toff is a passionate Content Creator, Public Speaker, and Education Lead at ÂTTN.LIVE, dedicated to making emerging tech—especially web3—more accessible to Filipinos. Known for his engaging presence on stage, he has served as a panel moderator and speaker at various events, especially AIBC Asia, helping bridge the gap between complex digital topics and everyday understanding. Through creative content and purposeful education, he continues to empower communities and champion a more informed, tech-ready Philippines.

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