[Luno Institutional Digital Asset Conference 2025]
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Your Guide to the Event
[Agenda]
Your Guide to the Event
[Agenda]
Your Guide to the Event
When?
25 September 2025 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
When?
25 September 2025 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
When?
25 September 2025 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Where?
Hilton Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Where?
Hilton Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Where?
Hilton Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
8:30 AM
8:30 AM
Welcome
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Reception & Registration
Duration
30 min
Welcome
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Reception & Registration
Duration
30 min
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
Opening
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Welcome Address
Scarlett Chai – Country Manager (Malaysia), Luno
Duration
15 min
Opening
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Welcome Address
Scarlett Chai – Country Manager (Malaysia), Luno
Duration
15 min
9:15 AM
9:15 AM
Opening
9:15 AM – 9:30 AM
Opening Remarks
YB Tuan Gobind Singh Deo – Minister of Digital, Malaysia
Duration
15 min
Opening
9:15 AM – 9:30 AM
Opening Remarks
YB Tuan Gobind Singh Deo – Minister of Digital, Malaysia
Duration
15 min
9:30 AM
9:30 AM
Keynote 1
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Mapping the Rise of Retail Engagement and Institutional Momentum
A session offers a comprehensive overview of global institutional adoption, with a focus on Luno’s pivotal role in advancing Malaysia’s digital asset landscape. It will delve into the shift from retail-driven engagement to institutional adoption, highlight the positioning of digital assets as a versatile, institutional-grade asset class, and showcase Luno’s collaborations across the Malaysian ecosystem to fuel the next wave of growth.
Presenter
James Lanigan – CEO, Luno
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More
Duration
30 min
Keynote 1
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Mapping the Rise of Retail Engagement and Institutional Momentum
A session offers a comprehensive overview of global institutional adoption, with a focus on Luno’s pivotal role in advancing Malaysia’s digital asset landscape. It will delve into the shift from retail-driven engagement to institutional adoption, highlight the positioning of digital assets as a versatile, institutional-grade asset class, and showcase Luno’s collaborations across the Malaysian ecosystem to fuel the next wave of growth.
Presenter
James Lanigan – CEO, Luno
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More
Duration
30 min
Panel 1
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Building a Thriving Digital Assets Ecosystem in Malaysia
This dialogue explores the growth of Malaysia’s digital asset ecosystem from its foundational communities to its current phase as an emerging industry. The exchange will incorporate global perspectives, assess immediate and future challenges and opportunities, and conclude by emphasizing the need for cohesive action among regulators, investors, and innovators to accelerate inclusive progress.
Panellists
Aaron Tang – General Manager, APAC, Luno
Liew Ooi Hann – Founder & CEO, Halogen Capital
Aaron Fu - Director, Venture Investments, DCG
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More
Duration
45 min
Panel 1
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Building a Thriving Digital Assets Ecosystem in Malaysia
This dialogue explores the growth of Malaysia’s digital asset ecosystem from its foundational communities to its current phase as an emerging industry. The exchange will incorporate global perspectives, assess immediate and future challenges and opportunities, and conclude by emphasizing the need for cohesive action among regulators, investors, and innovators to accelerate inclusive progress.
Panellists
Aaron Tang – General Manager, APAC, Luno
Liew Ooi Hann – Founder & CEO, Halogen Capital
Aaron Fu - Director, Venture Investments, DCG
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More
Duration
45 min
10:45 AM
10:45 AM
Break
10:45 am – 11:00 AM
Morning Break
-
Duration
15 min
Break
10:45 am – 11:00 AM
Morning Break
-
Duration
15 min
11:00 AM
11:00 AM
Keynote 2
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Regulating Digital Assets Today, Tomorrow and Beyond
A keynote address that charts the transformation of perspectives on digital assets, providing a clear overview of the Securities Commission Malaysia’s regulatory stance. It also delves into the emerging momentum behind institutional adoption and emphasises the foundational principles and forward-looking initiatives designed to foster responsible innovation within the digital finance ecosystem.
Presenter
Dr Wong Huei Ching – Executive Director, Digital Strategy & Innovation, Securities Commission Malaysia
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More.
Duration
30 min
Keynote 2
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Regulating Digital Assets Today, Tomorrow and Beyond
A keynote address that charts the transformation of perspectives on digital assets, providing a clear overview of the Securities Commission Malaysia’s regulatory stance. It also delves into the emerging momentum behind institutional adoption and emphasises the foundational principles and forward-looking initiatives designed to foster responsible innovation within the digital finance ecosystem.
Presenter
Dr Wong Huei Ching – Executive Director, Digital Strategy & Innovation, Securities Commission Malaysia
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More.
Duration
30 min
Panel 2
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
Policy to Protocols: Aligning Digital Asset Regulation with Innovation and Integrity
This conversation examines Malaysia’s regulatory posture in comparison to its regional counterparts, the ripple effects of U.S. digital asset policies on global markets, and the evolving standards around KYC, AML, and CFT in the crypto space. It also surfaces valuable takeaways that traditional finance can draw from blockchain innovations to enhance compliance, agility, and transparency.
Panellists
Sue Wan Wong – Partner, Wong & Partners
Edmund Yong – Managing Partner, Celebrus Advisory
Syed Musheer Ahmed – Advisor, Stratford Finance, and Managing Director, Finstep Asia
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More.
Duration
45 min
Panel 2
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
Policy to Protocols: Aligning Digital Asset Regulation with Innovation and Integrity
This conversation examines Malaysia’s regulatory posture in comparison to its regional counterparts, the ripple effects of U.S. digital asset policies on global markets, and the evolving standards around KYC, AML, and CFT in the crypto space. It also surfaces valuable takeaways that traditional finance can draw from blockchain innovations to enhance compliance, agility, and transparency.
Panellists
Sue Wan Wong – Partner, Wong & Partners
Edmund Yong – Managing Partner, Celebrus Advisory
Syed Musheer Ahmed – Advisor, Stratford Finance, and Managing Director, Finstep Asia
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More.
Duration
45 min
Breakout 1
11:30 PM-12:00 PM
Navigating Tax and Legal Realities in Malaysia’s Crypto Landscape
An overview of Malaysia’s current tax guidelines for digital assets, including the critical distinction between capital gains and revenue gains. The discussion will highlight areas of clarity and ambiguity within the regulatory landscape, offering insights into how institutions can navigate compliance. The session will also highlight key tax and legal considerations institutions should be aware of when engaging with digital assets in Malaysia.
Panellists
Anil Puri - Partner, International Tax and Transaction Services, EY
Datuk Harjit Singh Sidhu – CEO, HSS Advisory
Moderator
Maxx Narayanan – Senior Compliance Associate, Luno
Duration
30 min
Breakout 1
11:30 PM-12:00 PM
Navigating Tax and Legal Realities in Malaysia’s Crypto Landscape
An overview of Malaysia’s current tax guidelines for digital assets, including the critical distinction between capital gains and revenue gains. The discussion will highlight areas of clarity and ambiguity within the regulatory landscape, offering insights into how institutions can navigate compliance. The session will also highlight key tax and legal considerations institutions should be aware of when engaging with digital assets in Malaysia.
Panellists
Anil Puri - Partner, International Tax and Transaction Services, EY
Datuk Harjit Singh Sidhu – CEO, HSS Advisory
Moderator
Maxx Narayanan – Senior Compliance Associate, Luno
Duration
30 min
Panel 3
12:15 PM – 1:00 PM
Reimagining Compliance in the Digital Assets Era
This conversation delves into institutional approaches to compliance, spotlighting the frameworks, surveillance technologies, and risk models shaping the digital asset space. It also addresses how organisations are building resilient foundations, navigating the intersection of innovation and regulation, and evolving their compliance strategies to enable broader adoption of digital assets.
Panellists
Faradina Ghouse – Group Chief Compliance Officer, AmBank
Johan Hetzel – Global Head of Compliance and Anti-Financial Crime, Luno
Chengyi Ong – Head of Policy, APAC, Chainalysis
Ben Braik-Scivyer – VASP Intelligence Lead, EMEA, TRM Labs
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More.
Duration
45 min
Panel 3
12:15 PM – 1:00 PM
Reimagining Compliance in the Digital Assets Era
This conversation delves into institutional approaches to compliance, spotlighting the frameworks, surveillance technologies, and risk models shaping the digital asset space. It also addresses how organisations are building resilient foundations, navigating the intersection of innovation and regulation, and evolving their compliance strategies to enable broader adoption of digital assets.
Panellists
Faradina Ghouse – Group Chief Compliance Officer, AmBank
Johan Hetzel – Global Head of Compliance and Anti-Financial Crime, Luno
Chengyi Ong – Head of Policy, APAC, Chainalysis
Ben Braik-Scivyer – VASP Intelligence Lead, EMEA, TRM Labs
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More.
Duration
45 min
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Lunch Break
-
Duration
1 hr 15 min
Lunch
1:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Lunch Break
-
Duration
1 hr 15 min
2:15 PM
2:15 PM
Keynote 3
2:15 PM – 2:45 PM
Institutionalising Digital Assets in Tomorrow’s Portfolio Strategy
The session explores the macro forces driving institutional interest in digital assets, their role in portfolio diversification, and insights from the groundbreaking first year of Monochrome's Bitcoin ETF. It will also cover the evolution of institutional-grade products and services, concluding with an outlook on unlocking Malaysia's institutional potential in the digital asset space.
Presenter
Jeff Yew – CEO, Monochrome Asset Management
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More
Duration
30 min
Keynote 3
2:15 PM – 2:45 PM
Institutionalising Digital Assets in Tomorrow’s Portfolio Strategy
The session explores the macro forces driving institutional interest in digital assets, their role in portfolio diversification, and insights from the groundbreaking first year of Monochrome's Bitcoin ETF. It will also cover the evolution of institutional-grade products and services, concluding with an outlook on unlocking Malaysia's institutional potential in the digital asset space.
Presenter
Jeff Yew – CEO, Monochrome Asset Management
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More
Duration
30 min
Panel 4
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
TradFi Meets Crypto: Institutionalising Digital Assets in a Regulated Financial Future
This dialogue addresses the convergence of traditional finance and digital assets, focusing on key barriers to institutional adoption such as regulatory constraints, infrastructure readiness, and risk oversight. It also highlights innovations in institutional-grade products and market architecture, offering strategic insights into the evolving role of digital assets in regulated financial systems.
Presenter
Alvin Vong – Group CEO, EquitiesTracker
Heng Wui Leng - CTO, Cross Light Capital
Ranjit Gill – Director, Head of Product and Market Development, Kenanga
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More
Duration
45 min
Panel 4
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
TradFi Meets Crypto: Institutionalising Digital Assets in a Regulated Financial Future
This dialogue addresses the convergence of traditional finance and digital assets, focusing on key barriers to institutional adoption such as regulatory constraints, infrastructure readiness, and risk oversight. It also highlights innovations in institutional-grade products and market architecture, offering strategic insights into the evolving role of digital assets in regulated financial systems.
Presenter
Alvin Vong – Group CEO, EquitiesTracker
Heng Wui Leng - CTO, Cross Light Capital
Ranjit Gill – Director, Head of Product and Market Development, Kenanga
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More
Duration
45 min
Breakout 2
2:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Digital Assets from the Lens of Financial Planners
Explore how financial advisory firms are currently approaching digital assets, from client education to portfolio integration. Panellists will discuss the growing case for digital assets as a legitimate asset class and examine their potential role in diversified portfolios, including use cases for hedging, growth, and long-term value creation.
Presenter
Stephen Yong - Director, Wealth Vantage Advisory
Duration
30 min
Breakout 2
2:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Digital Assets from the Lens of Financial Planners
Explore how financial advisory firms are currently approaching digital assets, from client education to portfolio integration. Panellists will discuss the growing case for digital assets as a legitimate asset class and examine their potential role in diversified portfolios, including use cases for hedging, growth, and long-term value creation.
Presenter
Stephen Yong - Director, Wealth Vantage Advisory
Duration
30 min
Panel 5
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM
Custody, Capital Formation, and Tokenisation in Malaysia’s Digital Asset Market
A session explores Malaysia’s custody services landscape, market perspectives, and future directions. It highlights the role of Initial Exchange Offerings (IEOs) in capital formation, the impact of tokenisation on emerging asset classes, and Malaysia’s strengths in digital assets. Emphasis will be placed on collaboration and strategic partnerships to support industry growth.
Panellists
Suhanna Husein – CEO, CoKeeps
Nicholas Chong – VP Commercial & Product, pitchIN
Gerard Ang - Head, Financing & Securities Services (Malaysia), Standard Chartered
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More
Duration
45 min
Panel 5
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM
Custody, Capital Formation, and Tokenisation in Malaysia’s Digital Asset Market
A session explores Malaysia’s custody services landscape, market perspectives, and future directions. It highlights the role of Initial Exchange Offerings (IEOs) in capital formation, the impact of tokenisation on emerging asset classes, and Malaysia’s strengths in digital assets. Emphasis will be placed on collaboration and strategic partnerships to support industry growth.
Panellists
Suhanna Husein – CEO, CoKeeps
Nicholas Chong – VP Commercial & Product, pitchIN
Gerard Ang - Head, Financing & Securities Services (Malaysia), Standard Chartered
Moderator
Khoo Hsu Chuang – Founder and Managing Director, Do More
Duration
45 min
Breakout 3
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Accounting for Digital Assets
This dialogue addresses how digital assets should be classified within accounting treatment under the P&L and Balance Sheet, referencing IFRS standards and the challenges of proving ownership. Panellists will explore key tax implications, including capital gains versus income tax treatment, and discuss approaches to measuring the fair value of crypto and how frequently revaluations should occur. The session will also cover practical considerations such as accounting for transactions and gas fees within financial reporting.
Panellists
Liew Chi Min – Partner, PwC
Mak Wai Kit – Partner, Audit & Assurance, Deloitte
Moderator
Maxx Narayanan – Senior Compliance Associate, Luno
Duration
30 min
Breakout 3
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Accounting for Digital Assets
This dialogue addresses how digital assets should be classified within accounting treatment under the P&L and Balance Sheet, referencing IFRS standards and the challenges of proving ownership. Panellists will explore key tax implications, including capital gains versus income tax treatment, and discuss approaches to measuring the fair value of crypto and how frequently revaluations should occur. The session will also cover practical considerations such as accounting for transactions and gas fees within financial reporting.
Panellists
Liew Chi Min – Partner, PwC
Mak Wai Kit – Partner, Audit & Assurance, Deloitte
Moderator
Maxx Narayanan – Senior Compliance Associate, Luno
Duration
30 min
16:15 AM
16:15 AM
Break
4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Afternoon Break
-
Duration
15 min
Break
4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Afternoon Break
-
Duration
15 min
16:30 PM
16:30 PM
Keynote 4
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Advancing Shariah-Compliant Innovation in the Digital Asset Economy
A keynote that examines the integration of Shariah principles within the digital asset ecosystem, the certification processes and market impact of Shariah-compliant offerings, and key institutional factors shaping their growth potential. It also underscores Malaysia’s leadership in advancing global Islamic fintech innovation.
Presenter
Tan Sri Dato Dr Mohd. Daud Bakar – Chairman, Amanie Advisors
Moderator
Fuad Alhabshi – Executive Director & Fund Manager, Halogen Capital
Duration
30 min
Keynote 4
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Advancing Shariah-Compliant Innovation in the Digital Asset Economy
A keynote that examines the integration of Shariah principles within the digital asset ecosystem, the certification processes and market impact of Shariah-compliant offerings, and key institutional factors shaping their growth potential. It also underscores Malaysia’s leadership in advancing global Islamic fintech innovation.
Presenter
Tan Sri Dato Dr Mohd. Daud Bakar – Chairman, Amanie Advisors
Moderator
Fuad Alhabshi – Executive Director & Fund Manager, Halogen Capital
Duration
30 min
Breakout 4
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Digital Assets vs TradFi: What Everyone Gets Wrong About Financial Crime
This session challenges widespread misconceptions about anti-financial crime in the digital asset sector, which can lead to decisions that compromise compliance integrity. Using a data-driven and evidence-based comparison of controls in digital assets and traditional finance, this session will demonstrate why understanding the distinct risks, vulnerabilities, and compliance controls in each sector is not only optional but essential for making sound, well-informed decisions.
Presenter
Razin Nizar – Founder, Pragmax Consulting
Duration
30 min
Breakout 4
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Digital Assets vs TradFi: What Everyone Gets Wrong About Financial Crime
This session challenges widespread misconceptions about anti-financial crime in the digital asset sector, which can lead to decisions that compromise compliance integrity. Using a data-driven and evidence-based comparison of controls in digital assets and traditional finance, this session will demonstrate why understanding the distinct risks, vulnerabilities, and compliance controls in each sector is not only optional but essential for making sound, well-informed decisions.
Presenter
Razin Nizar – Founder, Pragmax Consulting
Duration
30 min
Panel 6
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
Defining Compliance Through a Shariah Lens
The session will delve into the formulation of a Shariah compliance framework for digital assets, articulate core principles around permissible and non-permissible elements, and showcase practical applications through Shariah-compliant products, platforms, and emerging use cases.
Panellists
Suhaida Mahpot – CEO, Amanie Advisors
Mohamad Zulhaikal – Founder & CEO, Sharlife
Moderator
Fuad Alhabshi – Executive Director & Fund Manager, Halogen Capital
Duration
45 min
Panel 6
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
Defining Compliance Through a Shariah Lens
The session will delve into the formulation of a Shariah compliance framework for digital assets, articulate core principles around permissible and non-permissible elements, and showcase practical applications through Shariah-compliant products, platforms, and emerging use cases.
Panellists
Suhaida Mahpot – CEO, Amanie Advisors
Mohamad Zulhaikal – Founder & CEO, Sharlife
Moderator
Fuad Alhabshi – Executive Director & Fund Manager, Halogen Capital
Duration
45 min
Breakout 5
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
The Global Case for Stablecoins in a Digital Financial Future
Examine the current state of stablecoins and their growing role within the digital asset ecosystem. Speakers will explore how global adoption trends highlight stablecoins' potential national benefits, particularly in improving financial efficiency and inclusion. The discussion will also address the importance of regulation, transparency, and risk management in building trust and ensuring long-term stability in this rapidly evolving space.
Panellists
Eddy Christian Ng – Expansion Lead, SEA, Tether
Ethan Chung - CEO, Blox
Milind Sanghavi – Founder and CEO, xWeave
Duration
30 min
Breakout 5
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
The Global Case for Stablecoins in a Digital Financial Future
Examine the current state of stablecoins and their growing role within the digital asset ecosystem. Speakers will explore how global adoption trends highlight stablecoins' potential national benefits, particularly in improving financial efficiency and inclusion. The discussion will also address the importance of regulation, transparency, and risk management in building trust and ensuring long-term stability in this rapidly evolving space.
Panellists
Eddy Christian Ng – Expansion Lead, SEA, Tether
Ethan Chung - CEO, Blox
Milind Sanghavi – Founder and CEO, xWeave
Duration
30 min
17:45 PM
17:45 PM
Closing
5:45 PM – 6:00 PM
Closing & Networking
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Duration
15 min
Closing
5:45 PM – 6:00 PM
Closing & Networking
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Duration
15 min
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