Kirifuda CEO Eiyuki Akagawa to Speak at Blockchain Summit 2026 Autumn Event

Kirifuda CEO Eiyuki Akagawa to Present at Blockchain Summit 2026 Autumn

Kirifuda Co., Ltd., based in Chuo, Tokyo, has announced that its CEO Eiyuki Akagawa will be one of the speakers at the Blockchain Summit 2026 Autumn, organized by the Pacific Meta Group on October 5, 2026.

Founded as a consolidated subsidiary under Pacific Meta in February 2026, Kirifuda aims to leverage the strengths of both companies to drive business development and societal implementation in the blockchain space. During the summit, Akagawa will delve into the subject of integrated financial services, exploring how traditionally separate functions of banking, asset management, and payments might evolve through on-chain transformations.

What to Expect from the Blockchain Summit 2026 Autumn

The Blockchain Summit 2026 Autumn serves as an international platform where a wide range of players, including financial institutions, telecommunications operators, general trading companies, firms affiliated with blockchain technology, and startups, come together. They will discuss the latest trends and business opportunities in blockchain technology, particularly within the financial sector.

Prominent companies leading various industries in Japan, such as Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, KDDI Corporation, and Mitsui & Co., are collaborating as special partners for this event. This collaboration enhances the summit's role as a space for cross-industry dialogue and cooperation toward the societal implementation of next-generation financial infrastructure.

Event Details

- Event Name: Blockchain Summit 2026 Autumn
- Date & Time: October 5, 2026 (Monday), from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (tentative)
- Venue: Otemachi Sankei Plaza
- Format: In-person, free entry with prior approval required
- Organized by: Pacific Meta Group
- Special Collaboration: Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, KDDI Corporation, Mitsui & Co.
- Registration Link: Register Here

Presentation Insights from Eiyuki Akagawa

In his presentation, Akagawa will discuss significant shifts in how financial functions have traditionally operated. Historically, banking, asset management, and payment functions have been offered by different entities. However, advances in blockchain technology and the usage of stablecoins are blurring these boundaries.

Key topics he will cover include:

- The evolving dynamics of financial functions and the implications for involved businesses.
- How on-chain solutions are connecting banking, asset management, and payments.
- Changes in the role of firms providing financial services.
- How companies should perceive and adapt to the changes brought by on-chain finance.

With a rich background that combines research and practical implementation, Akagawa aims to provide insights into how traditional financial services and the roles of various service providers will change as seamless financial actions take place on-chain.

About Eiyuki Akagawa

Eiyuki Akagawa, born in Taipei in 1997, is a graduate of the University of Tokyo, holding a Master's degree in Engineering. He founded Kirifuda during his studies in March 2022. His innovative product advancing NFT rentals earned him the first prize at the ETHGlobal international hackathon. Currently, he is focusing on advancing on-chain finance, integrating his researcher perspective and developer skills into executive management to reshape financial infrastructure within society.

Register Now

If you wish to attend the Blockchain Summit 2026 Autumn, please register using the link below. Participation is free, but pre-approval is required.

- Registration Link: Register Here

About Kirifuda Co., Ltd.

Kirifuda specializes in optimizing the integration of on-chain financial functions into existing business services. They support enterprises by enhancing customer engagement and payment systems through various on-chain experiences and revenue opportunities, leveraging services like stablecoin payments, wallet infrastructure, and NFT applications.

With their comprehensive approach encompassing management strategy, business planning, and systems development, Kirifuda positions itself as a partner through the entire process from conception to post-implementation support.