DIGITAL ASSETS SUMMIT 2026

Digital Assets Summit 2026: Dates, Tickets, Speakers 

The Digital Assets Summit 2026 (DAS2026) is a big event in Singapore for people who work with online money and crypto assets. This is the second year for the event. It happens on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at SGX Centre 1 (SGX Auditorium) in Singapore's Central Business District. The Digital Assets Association (DAA) runs the event. It goes from 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM SGT, and there is an official afterparty from 5:30 PM. The theme is Programmable Finance: The Next Layer of Global Markets and Systems (per the Official Luma ticketing page, luma.com/76y5n0b7, as of 25 Sep 2026).

Digital Assets Summit 2026 at a Glance: Key Facts & Figures

Theme & Focus: What Is Programmable Finance and Why It Matters

DAS2026's theme is Programmable Finance: The Next Layer of Global Markets and Systems. This tells us the event will look closely at how new money tools are built. Programmable finance means using smart contracts, crypto tokens, and blockchain tools to move money in new, automatic ways between banks and across countries.

In 2026, this is not just a future idea anymore. Real-world asset (RWA) tokenisation — turning real things like bonds into online tokens — has moved from small tests into real, approved use across Asia-Pacific. Singapore's Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has helped lead this change. DAS2026 looks closely at this shift. It covers how banks and money tools are changing, and what these new tools mean for rules, safe storage, and sending money between countries. Readers following these developments can also explore digital asset events covering tokenisation, institutional finance, regulation, and blockchain infrastructure.

This theme also sets DAS2026 apart from crypto events made for everyday buyers. People at the event can expect real talks between government leaders, banks, law firms, and tech companies — the same kind of crowd that came to the first DAS2025 event. Similar institutional discussions are also common at crypto conferences, where financial institutions, technology companies, regulators, and industry professionals gather to discuss developments across the digital-asset sector.

Confirmed Speakers: Who Is Taking the Stage at DAS2026?

Three speakers were named as of 25 September 2026. This was confirmed by the RHTLaw Asia official speaker participation announcement. The top name is Heng Swee Keat, Chairman of Singapore's National Research Foundation and former Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore. He will speak at Fireside Chat 1. His presence shows how much weight this event carries at the government level.

Tickets & How to Register for DAS2026

Agenda Overview: Keynotes, Fireside Chats & Expert Panels

DAS2026 is a full-day event held at one place, the SGX Auditorium. It runs from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM SGT. Then comes the official DAS2026 Afterparty, from 5:30 PM until late (per the Official Luma ticketing page, as of 25 Sep 2026). The day includes keynote talks, fireside chats, and panels with experts. Readers comparing DAS2026 with other upcoming events can use the crypto events calendar to explore conferences, summits, Web3 events, and other blockchain-focused gatherings by date and location.

At least two named sessions are set as of the research date: Fireside Chat 1 (11:20 AM – 11:40 AM, with Heng Swee Keat, hosted by Tan Chong Huat) and Panel 4 – Reintermediation: Redesigning Financial Intermediaries (2:05 PM – 2:40 PM, with Ch'ng Li-Ling of RHTLaw Asia). The full list of talks, panel topics, and times has not been shared yet as of 25 September 2026. The event team will share more soon. Keep checking digitalassetsassociation.org and the official Luma event page for new details. Professionals interested in similar industry programmes can also explore upcoming crypto summits covering blockchain, Web3, digital assets, regulation, and institutional finance.

Who Should Attend? Ideal Personas for DAS2026

DAS2026 is made for top decision-makers who work with banks, government rules, and blockchain tech all at once. Here are the five main types of people who attend, and what each group can get from it.

TradFi and Institutional Finance Professionals

Banks, asset managers, and big money firms who attend will get to talk directly with Singapore's top leaders and other firms already using tokenisation. DAS2026 puts real talk first, not sales pitches.

• Look for: RWA tokenisation case studies, tokenised bond and fund sessions, MAS regulatory updates

Compliance Officers and Legal Professionals

RHTLaw Asia is a confirmed speaker group, and DAS2025 had Drew & Napier LLC too. So the legal and rules track is a strong part of this event. Expect talks on AML/KYC checks, asset licenses, and rules across countries.

• Look for: Panel 4 on reintermediation, regulatory policy sessions, networking with law-enforcement attendees

Fintech Executives and Founders

Top fintech leaders come to this event to match their plans with new rules and needs across Asia-Pacific. DAS2025 had leaders from OKX and MetaComp on stage.

• Look for: Fireside chats with government officials, partnership opportunities with financial institutions, DAA membership networking

Technology Companies and Infrastructure Providers

Blockchain tech firms, safe-storage providers, and crypto asset tech companies can meet banks and firms looking for tools to build tokenisation and settlement systems.

• Look for: Sponsor and partner network, panel discussions on programmable finance infrastructure, post-summit afterparty networking

Media Houses and KOLs

DAS2026 has a special Organiser, Media & Crew ticket group that needs approval first. The event's top-level speakers and focus on real institutions give media strong stories, different from normal crypto news. Apply early, since media spots are limited and need approval.

• Look for: Exclusive briefings, Fireside Chat 1 with Singapore's former Deputy Prime Minister, post-summit networking with DAA committee members

Side Events & Singapore's Token Week: Planning Around DAS2026

DAS2026 on 6 October happens one day before TOKEN2049 Singapore 2026 (7–8 October). This puts it right at the start of Singapore's busiest crypto asset week of the year. Many smaller events are expected to happen across Singapore's CBD during TOKEN2049 Week, per the Official Luma event page and the TOKEN2049 Singapore Week schedule. Visitors planning a wider itinerary can also explore crypto events in Singapore to find other conferences, summits, and blockchain gatherings taking place around the city.

Two other confirmed events happen on 6 October 2026 that DAS2026 guests may also want to check out:

• Digital Asset Yield Summit (DAYS) Singapore 2026 — run by Finrate AG (with Zama) at Raffles Hotel Singapore on 6 October 2026. This is an invite-only event about private money and asset earnings.
• Hyperliquid Forum Singapore 2026 — run by Digital Asset Yield Summit / Finrate AG on 6 October 2026. A full-day event (part of the DAYS Singapore program). You must pay to attend.

To find more Singapore crypto side events during TOKEN2049 Week, follow the tags #DAS2026 and #TOKEN2049 on X. Also check the TOKEN2049 Singapore side-event list and Luma pages for other nearby events. Plan your week early — hotel rooms, event spots, and dinners fill up fast once TOKEN2049 Week starts.

To see more big crypto events across Asia, the CoinGabbar crypto events calendar tracks upcoming conferences, summits, and side events across the region. For readers who also want to follow developments surrounding these events, crypto news provides updates on digital-asset markets, regulation, blockchain projects, and major industry developments.

Venue & Travel Guide: Getting to SGX Centre 1, Singapore

DAS2026 happens at SGX Centre 1 (SGX Auditorium), home base of the Singapore Exchange. It sits at 2 Shenton Way in Singapore's Central Business District. This spot is confirmed by the RHTLaw Asia official speaker participation announcement (as of Sep 2026).

Getting there by MRT: The closest train stops are Tanjong Pagar (East-West Line) and Downtown (Downtown Line). Both are a 5–10 minute walk away. Singapore's train system is fast, cool, and the best pick during busy event hours. Taxis and Grab rides are easy to find all across the CBD.

Accommodation: Hotels near Shenton Way, Marina Bay, and Raffles Place sit closest to the venue. Since DAS2026 falls during TOKEN2049 Singapore Week (6–8 Oct), rooms across Singapore's CBD will fill up fast — book your stay as early as you can.

Visa requirements: Singapore lets people from most Western countries, ASEAN nations, and big economies enter without a visa for 30–90 days. Check the ICA Singapore official website (ica.gov.sg) for your country's rules. Apply early if you need a visa. The DAA does not currently offer help with visa invitation letters — reach out to them directly if you need this.

On the ground: The SGX Centre 1 area has lots of places to eat and is an easy walk to Marina Bay Sands and the waterfront. The Singapore Dollar (SGD) is the money used there, and most credit cards work fine. Singapore is very safe overall. No special DAS2026 app has been announced yet, so networking happens through the Luma sign-up platform.

Media accreditation: Media workers should apply through the official Luma ticketing page or reach the Digital Assets Association directly at digitalassetsassociation.org. Exact rules, deadlines, and KOL Pass details have not been shared yet as of 25 September 2026.

About the Organiser: Digital Assets Association (DAA)

The Digital Assets Association (DAA) is a nonprofit group based in Singapore that started on 1 February 2024 and works across many countries. Its goal is to link blockchain tech with normal banking by helping crypto assets grow in a safe, trusted way. The DAA brings together banks, fintech firms, tech companies, and legal and rule experts, with its main office in Singapore and branches in the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, and Taiwan (confirmed at digitalassetsassociation.org, as of 25 Sep 2026).

The DAA was started by DigiFT — Singapore's first MAS-approved on-chain exchange for real-world assets — along with Onfet and Tranchess (confirmed via the DAA launch announcement). Key committee members include Henry Zhang (Founder & CEO of DigiFT), Chia Hock Lai (CEO of Onfet; Founding President of Singapore FinTech Association and Blockchain Association Singapore), Chang Tze Ching (CEO of Bright Point Digital Assets; former Chief Regulatory Officer, Asia Pacific Exchange), and Steven Hu (Head of Digital Assets, Trade and Working Capital, Standard Chartered).

Trust signs include: hosting a fintech roundtable with US Senate Banking and Judiciary Committee staff in Singapore; being a Community Partner at Singapore FinTech Festival 2024; and running the first DAS2025 event with US SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce and MAS among the speakers. The DAA's list of events includes the yearly Digital Assets Summit, fintech roundtables in many countries, and industry talks across its branch cities.

For people who follow Singapore's crypto asset world, the CoinGabbar crypto news section covers ongoing rule changes and market news across Asia-Pacific. Readers looking for longer-form explanations and educational coverage can also explore crypto blogs covering blockchain technology, digital assets, Web3, regulation, and industry trends.

Glossary

• Digital Assets: Online forms of value or rights that can be made, sent, or stored using blockchain and other digital tools.

• Programmable Finance: Money systems and deals that use software, smart contracts, and online tools to run money tasks on their own.

• RWA (Real-World Assets): Normal assets like bonds, funds, or other money tools, but shown in token form on blockchain systems.

• Tokenisation: Turning an asset or money tool into a token on a blockchain or shared record.

• Stablecoins: Crypto tokens made to stay at a steady value, often tied to a country's normal money or other assets.

• DeFi (Decentralised Finance): Money tools and services built on blockchain that work without normal banks in the middle.

• TradFi (Traditional Finance): The normal money system, made up of banks, exchanges, asset managers, brokers, and other approved money firms.

• Digital Asset Custody: Keeping crypto assets and their private keys safe.

• On-Chain Settlement: Finishing money deals right on the blockchain or shared record system.

• Smart Contracts: Computer programs on a blockchain that run set rules and steps on their own.

• Institutional Finance: Money work done by banks, asset managers, investment firms, exchanges, and other trained money groups.

• RegTech: Tech tools that help money firms and other groups follow rules and manage risk.

• AML/KYC: Steps used to stop money crime and check who a customer really is.

• FX (Foreign Exchange): The market and work tied to trading one country's money for another's.

• Interoperability: The way different blockchain, money, or tech systems can talk and work with each other.

• Tokenised Finance: Money tools or products shown and run using blockchain-based tokens.

• Institutional Adoption: When set-up banks and money firms start using crypto asset tools and products.

Conclusion

Digital Assets Summit 2026 (DAS2026) is set for 6 October 2026 at the SGX Auditorium in Singapore and is run by the Digital Assets Association (DAA). The event focuses on programmable finance. The full day covers topics like tokenisation, stablecoins, payments and FX, money-market systems, safety, following rules, and how big firms are picking up these new tools.

The event brings together people from banks, government rule-makers, tech firms, legal and rule experts, and the wider crypto asset world. The plan so far includes keynote talks, fireside chats, and panels about how these new tools are growing inside big money systems.

The DAA calls itself a nonprofit group that links banks, fintech firms, tech providers, legal experts, and rule-makers, and helps crypto assets and tokenisation grow in a safe, trusted way.

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Disclaimer

This event info is shared for general learning purposes only and comes from public info found on the official Digital Assets Summit and Digital Assets Association websites during the research period. Dates, speakers, agenda items, ticket supply, prices, venues, and other details may be changed, added, or taken away by the event team without warning.

Readers should check the newest info directly with the Digital Assets Association and the official DAS2026 event page before making travel, sign-up, hotel, or other plans.

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