Consensus, the world’s most influential blockchain and cryptocurrency conference, produced by CoinDesk, is coming to Toronto. The event will convene mayors and other city leaders, innovators, investors and entrepreneurs to look toward the future of blockchain and cryptocurrency on a global scale. Attendees can expect major keynote addresses, informative panel discussions, exciting product announcements and interactive workshops. The conference will feature the most innovative technologies in today’s market. In short, it will deliver unmatched insights that will position you ahead of the curve as the blockchain industry evolves.

Originally launched in 2015, Consensus has quickly grown to be one of the most impactful convenings in the crypto world. Yet, it continues to be the most important venue for Dealership industry leaders. This year's choice of Toronto as the host city highlights the region's growing importance in the blockchain ecosystem, promising a dynamic and engaging conference.

Toronto's Growing Blockchain Presence

As a result, Toronto has become one of the most important centers for blockchain technology and innovation. The city is home to an active blockchain community. Thousands of startups, research institutions, tech companies — including non-profits — are actively pursuing blockchain solutions. Its status as a major financial center, hosting prominent banks and investment firms, further solidifies its importance in the digital asset landscape.

Don’t worry—local startups and local thought leaders will be in full force at Consensus 2025. They’ll participate in provocative conversations and share their groundbreaking new work. With speakers from across Canada, this engagement will ensure attendees leave with invaluable insights into the unique opportunities and challenges that lay within the booming Canadian blockchain market. In addition to increasing the availability of local expertise, their presence will promote networking and collaboration with global and regional stakeholders.

Our conference will dig into Canada’s developing digital assets regulatory landscape. Businesses looking to do business within the country need to understand these rules. Consensus 2025 will be the place for experts to discuss the latest developments and provide actionable insights to help you comply. We hope these discussions will continue to bring clarity and encourage responsible innovation in the blockchain space.

Comprehensive Program and Activities

Consensus 2025 features an all-new, more intensive program to accommodate the newbies through the veterans. Influential leaders from the industry will be giving keynote speeches full of strategic visions of how the blockchain base future looks like. Panel discussions will explore more focused subjects, such as decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and enterprise blockchain use cases. These sessions foster an open exchange of ideas, allowing thought leaders to voice their unique perspectives and engage in productive dialogue.

Along with the main stage presentations, Consensus 2025 will offer over 100 product launches and industry focused hands-on workshops. These hands-on, interactive sessions will give attendees the opportunity to test drive some of the hottest new blockchain technologies. Through hands-on experiences, participants leave with tangible knowledge and skills they can bring back to their own projects and organizations.

The event will also feature some of the most advanced technologies on display anywhere, offering a firsthand look at the technologies that are redefining the industry’s future. Exhibitors from across the globe will showcase their solutions, giving attendees the opportunity to discover new tools and platforms to ignite their initiatives. This exposure to emerging technologies is a key draw for many attendees, making Consensus 2025 a valuable event for staying ahead of the curve.

CoinDesk's Role and Influence

CoinDesk, producers of Consensus 2025, is the world’s most trusted crypto and blockchain news and analysis outlet. CoinDesk informs an influential global audience of investors, analysts, and industry professionals. It plays a crucial role in setting the tone and focus of discussions related to blockchain technology and digital assets. The organization's commitment to journalistic integrity and in-depth reporting has earned it a reputation as a trusted source of information in the rapidly evolving crypto space.

Hosting Consensus 2025 is a natural fit with CoinDesk’s mission to advance the understanding, adoption, and integration of this revolutionary technology within the global economy. Through their events, CoinDesk connects the most influential tech pioneers, new innovators, and investors, fostering collaboration essential to driving the industry forward. The conference continues to be a vital space for learning, collaboration, and building diverse creative industry capacity and opportunities.

With CoinDesk’s commitment, you’re guaranteed the best event possible, with carefully curated content and a wide array of unique perspectives. The organization uses its large network and in-depth industry knowledge to bring in the best speakers and the most valuable participants. Our mission to provide the best has driven Consensus’s success. Now, it’s one of the most impactful and largest gatherings of their kind in the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry.