On April 26, 2025, the halls of AIM Conference Center in Makati buzzed with energy, ideas, and non-stop action as Crypto Vision Conference 2025 (CVCPH2025) brought the Web3 community together for one unforgettable day.
Organized by Museigen.io — a growth marketing partner in the blockchain and fintech space — the event drew hundreds of attendees, industry leaders, investors, traders, and curious newcomers, all eager to learn, connect, and grow together.
From morning until evening, CVCPH2025 delivered panel discussions, keynotes, live demos, breakout sessions, amazing giveaways, and nonstop networking—proving that the future of crypto in the Philippines is not just coming… it’s already here.
Main Stage Highlights
Opening Remarks
Museigen.io Co-Founder Fermin D. Barrenechea III set the tone with a powerful message: Technology will keep evolving—with or without us. It’s up to us to grow with it. His keynote followed shortly, exploring What’s Next After Play-to-Earn, and shared fresh ideas like Sleep-to-Earn, Learn-to-Earn, and Retail Therapy models.
Fermin D. Barrenechea III, Co-Founder of Museigen.io, gave the opening remarks and keynote
First Panel: The Future of DeFi
Hosted by Patricia Arro (Core Contributor, OpenGuild / Polkadot SEA), this discussion featured Jen Bilango (Country Manager, Coins.ph), Robert Joseph dela Cruz (Head of Digital Assets, UnionBank of the Philippines), and Mench Dizon (Country Lead, YGG Pilipinas). Together, they tackled how blockchain is transforming traditional finance—and why collaboration between TradFi and Web3 is key to building a more inclusive financial future.
First panel was moderated by Patricia Arro. Panelists (L–R): Mench Dizon, Jen Bilango, and Robert dela Cruz
Keynote 2: Cross-Border Payments & Stablecoins
Ralph Idio (Business Development Director, Coins.ph) broke down how stablecoins are revolutionizing remittances. Fast, cheaper, more inclusive?
It’s happening now.Ralph Idio, Business Development Director at Coins.ph, delivered the second keynote
Second Panel: AI – Blessing or Curse?
Moderator Gail Macapagal (Founder, Women in Blockchain Philippines) led a thoughtful conversation with panelists Paul Soliman (CEO/CTO, BayaniChain and Hacktiv Colab Inc.), Eliezer Rabadon (CEO, DvCode Technologies and Technical Lead, ICP Philippines), and Myrtle Ramos (CEO, Block Tides) as they shared honest takes on how AI is influencing our daily lives. From their go-to AI tools to the apps they’d build if given the chance—this discussion hit both the tech side and the human side of innovation.
The second panel was moderated by Gail Macapagal. Panelists (L–R): Myrtle Ramos, Eliezer Rabadon, and Paul Soliman
Keynote 3: Crypto Security 101
Frank Andes & Al Yap (CryptoBilis Philippines) shared real stories and best practices to help attendees protect their wallets and stay safe online.
Al Yap and Frank Andes of CryptoBilis Philippines delivered the third keynote
Keynote 4: Buying a Tesla with Bitcoin
Luis Buenaventura (Head of Crypto at GCash) shared how he used Bitcoin to finance a Tesla—and why borrowing against your BTC beats selling it.
Luis Buenaventura, Head of Crypto at GCash, delivered the fourth keynote
Keynote 5: Regulation + Innovation
Atty. Paolo Ong (Assistant Director, PhiliFinTech Innovation Office, SEC Philippines) helped us understand the legal side of crypto and how compliance and innovation can work together for long-term growth.
Atty. Paolo Ong, Assistant Director of the PhiliFinTech Innovation Office at SEC Philippines, delivered the fifth keynote
Third Panel: Crypto, Web3 & Gaming
Hosted by MJ Aguilar (Executive Coach, Cryptocurrency Trader PH), the final panel featured KC Montero (Co-Founder, Kumu), Aldrin Rabino (Content Creator, Crypto4chun), James Genove (Founder, The Resistance Trader), and Miguel Avila (Southeast Asia Advisor, Impact Web3). They reminded us to play with purpose, stay grounded in who we are, and enjoy the ride—because in the world of Web3 and gaming, the real power comes from within.
The third panel was moderated by MJ Aguilar (center). Panelists (L–R): Aldrin Rabino, James Genove, KC Montero, and Miguel Avila
Interactive Fun & Community Highlights
✅ Assorted giveaways
✅ Attendees received booth passport cards to visit sponsor booths and win prizes
✅ Free-flowing coffee all day
✅ Color-coded wristbands for easy networking
✅ QR feedback forms displayed onsite
✅ Welcome lei for speakers
✅ Booths buzzing with giveaways, demos, and great conversations
Special Thanks to Our Amazing Sponsors
Big shoutout to the brands that powered CVCPH2025:
Your support brought the vision to life!
A glimpse of our sponsors’ booths and some of the awesome freebies they shared
Community Power: Decentralized Hub Sessions
Our Community Partners brought in parallel sessions that made CVCPH2025 even more impactful:
- Gainers Ground Trading Community – “TradeCoded”
- MCMJN Marketing Services – “NFTs & Brand Adoption”
- ICP Manila, Web3 Bulacan, Arweave PH, The Round Table Digital Community Solutions, ANMB
Learning came from every corner, and everyone was welcome.
These parallel sessions, led by our community partners, brought together builders, creators, and communities for deeper conversations and collaboration
Strategic Partners
We couldn’t have done this without our Strategic Partners:
Media Partners:
- Coinpedia
- Trading Beasts
- ICOHolder
- Coin Edition
- NFT Insider
- MAG NFT
- NFT Plazas
- AllConfsBot
- Bitcoin Insider
- Huidu
- The Coin Republic
- Coinstelegram
- The Market Periodical
- Bitcoin Garden
- Bitcoin World
- Crypto Reporter
- The Cryptonomist
- Crypto News
- Blockchain Reporter
- Cryptopress
- Altcoin Observer
- 9 CAT Digital
- BitPinas
- Voice of Crypto
- Icoda
- CryptoNewsZ
- U.Today
- Coingape
- Bitcoin.com
Hosted by:
Leo Salonga and Kent Zapata — the dynamic duo who kept the energy alive from start to finish!
What’s Next?
CVCPH2025 reminded us what’s possible when communities come together to build the future. And guess what? We’re just getting started. Stay tuned for future events by following Museigen.io and our amazing partners!
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