Hedera has recently wrapped up one of its most productive quarters yet, concluding Q4 2025 with significant momentum through a series of events held across ten global cities. In this quarter, the company focused on showcasing the advancements within its ecosystem, emphasizing real-world applications of distributed ledger technology (DLT), and reaffirming its commitment to serving as a fundamental component of the evolving digital economy as it enters 2026.
One of the standout events was MERGE Madrid, which took place from October 7-9, where Hedera co-hosted an Institutional Summit aimed at addressing pressing issues in the blockchain space, including tokenization, institutional DeFi, and digital identity. This event gathered a diverse audience of regulators, financial entities, and innovators from the Web3 sphere. Eric Piscini, CEO of Hashgraph, made notable contributions, including a fireside chat with John Whelan from Banco Santander that contemplated the current state and future of blockchain infrastructure.
In addition to the summit, Piscini participated in a panel that examined the shifting landscape of custody for both traditional and digital assets, with insights from major players in the financial tech sector. The discussions highlighted the balance between institutional custody and the principled approach of self-custody in Web3, igniting conversations around security and user empowerment. Andrew Stakiwicz from Hashgraph joined another panel that discussed the future of payments, stating that efficiency is now a primary focus for the industry.
Following Madrid, Hedera’s presence was felt at the Digital Asset Summit in London from October 13-15, where the emphasis was on institutional adoption over speculation in the cryptocurrency market. Gregg Bell, Chief Business Officer at Hedera Foundation, participated in discussions surrounding the utilities of tokenization, highlighting the transformative potential it has on capital access and integration.
The company’s engagement continued at the Bitkub Summit in Bangkok, held on October 25-26, attracting over 52,000 participants. Hedera seized the opportunity to connect with the Southeast Asian market, offering insights on its technology and use cases while networking with various stakeholders interested in blockchain solutions.
In early November, Hedera took part in Chainlink’s SmartCon in New York City, contributing to discussions that revolved around the intersection of traditional finance and blockchain technology. Senior representatives from Hedera co-hosted a VIP dinner aimed at fostering collaboration around tokenization and enterprise security, while also participating in various panels addressing contemporary digital asset challenges.
Hedera was also active at the Hong Kong Fintech Week in early November, co-sponsoring the Web3 Trust Summit which attracted numerous industry leaders. Key topics included the development of trusted digital identities and regulatory engagement within the blockchain space.
Another significant appearance was at the Singapore Fintech Festival from November 12-14, where Hedera highlighted its capabilities in digital payments and tokenization through multiple speaking engagements and community events, including a reception that fostered networking among industry professionals.
Later in November, during ETHGlobal Buenos Aires, Hedera organized a community meetup focused on empowering builders and developers in the region. The conversations touched on Hedera’s extensive technology offerings and the introduction of the Hedera Ambassador Program aimed at enhancing community engagement.
Finally, in December, Hedera participated in the Blockchain Association Policy Summit in Washington, D.C., where discussions concentrated on shaping U.S. digital asset policy. The summit facilitated both industry and government dialogues, ensuring the future of the U.S. as a leader in the global digital economy remains robust.
Hedera has seen substantial progress in 2025, marked by an active global presence and meaningful engagements that set the foundation for innovation and adoption in the digital asset space. The organization expressed gratitude toward its community and partners, looking ahead to continued endeavors in 2026 and beyond.
