The global Web3 spotlight turns to Singapore, all roads lead to TOKEN2049, the world’s premier crypto conference, set to draw 25,000+ attendees, 300+ speakers, and 500+ exhibitors at Marina Bay Sands from October 1-2, 2025.

Among the most anticipated sessions is the keynote talk by OKX Founder and CEO Star Xu, titled “Everything Onchain, Self-Custody is the Future.” Scheduled for October 1, 12:40 PM – 1:00 PM on the OKX Main Stage, the session will outline a bold thesis: that the next chapter of the internet will be built fully onchain, with users, not just platforms, at the center.

TOKEN2049 serves as a barometer of the crypto industry’s priorities, and this year’s edition brings a sharper focus on decentralized infrastructure, self-custody, and cross-chain interoperability. The presence of OKX, one of the largest crypto exchanges globally, reinforces that narrative.

Founded in 2017, OKX has consistently pushed toward transparency and user sovereignty—evident in its support for self-custody tools, open-source wallet frameworks, and onchain trading solutions. Star Xu’s mainstage spotlight is expected to further shape the conversation on how centralized and decentralized systems can co-exist in a modular, user-aligned future.

With participation from builders, investors, protocols, and public companies from 160+ countries, TOKEN2049 continues to evolve beyond just a conference; becoming a global signal event for where Web3 is headed next.

Whether you’re a developer, fund, founder, or just watching the onchain space unfold, Star Xu’s keynote will be one to look forward to. 

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