Jsquare and DFG jointly held "Bridge the Block Korea Day", showcasing at the 2025 Korea Blockchain Week.

The event aims to bridge the gap between Korea and the global Web3 community, bringing together industry leaders and policymakers to discuss cutting-edge topics such as AI, DeFi, DePIN, and RWA. (Synopsis: Jsquare's first LP fund, Pioneer Fund, launched with 50 million magnesium, laid out RWA and consumer application wave) (Background supplement: Korea Blockchain Week KBW 2024" Web3 “Fried Chicken and Beer Night” 9/3 party together) *This article is a press release, written and provided by Jsquare, and does not represent the position of the moving area. September 22, 2025 – Jsquare, a research- and technology-driven investment firm, and DFG, a global blockchain investment firm, successfully hosted Bridge the Block Korea Day during Korea Blockchain Week (KBW 2025). The summit was co-hosted by ZAN, O.neul E&M, sponsored by Peanut Trade, Echobit, Nubila, Prismacloud, Tevau, and cooperated with BTSE, RiserVC strategies, and received AKINDO and 0G support in the venture capital roadshow. The all-day event presents a high-quality agenda that includes in-depth dialogues, cutting-edge perspectives and rich creative exchanges. The summit not only demonstrated the vitality of the Korean Web3 ecosystem, but also built an efficient communication platform for global and Korean stakeholders to discuss the development of cutting-edge fields such as AI, DeFi, DePIN, infrastructure, and RWA. By combining an international perspective with Korea's fast-growing blockchain ecosystem, the event highlighted Korea's growing influence in innovation and collaboration. Wisdom from leaders The Summit brings together top thought leaders in the Web3 space to share policy, business and technology insights. Joanna Liang, co-founder of Jsquare, said in her opening remarks: “This industry is like a natural jungle, and only those who act early, act quickly and are determined can survive.” Joanna Liang, James Wo, founder and CEO of Founding Partner at Jsquare DFG, noted that despite the growing cryptocurrency ecosystem in South Korea, projects still face market, cultural and global access challenges. James Wo, Founder and CEO of DFG Special guest Kim Hyun-jung, a member of the National Policy Council, stressed that South Korea is in a critical period in AI, big data and blockchain-driven change, noting that trust is the cornerstone of innovation. He introduced the bill on value-stable digital assets to promote financial inclusion and pledged to support a stable, globally connected digital ecosystem. Kim Hyun-jung Outside of the policy perspective, O.neul E&M Director Lee Seung-hoon shared the current situation of the Korean blockchain market, discussing market challenges, policy changes and the role of listed companies in the development of the industry; Ricky Yang, Solution Architect at ZAN, highlighted infrastructure innovations—from zero-knowledge proofs to scalable nodes—that will drive widespread adoption of Web3 services. Lee Seunghun, Director, O.neul E&M Ricky YANG, Solution Architect, ZAN In the discussion “DeFi Meets AI – The New Frontier of Yield, Liquidity and Intelligence”, Anastasiia Lorenzen of Peanut Trade shared her experience with AI-enhanced liquidity management and on-chain market making, while reminding of potential risks. In the discussion “Korea Goes Global: Connecting Web3 Community, Culture and Capital”, Jeon Hye-won, Commercial Director of Echobit, and Jiahao Sun, CEO of Flock.io, emphasized the development of decentralized data networks and Korea's role in cross-border cooperation. In addition, Nubila co-founder Toby Skinner shared the challenges of promoting DePIN and discussed how to bring decentralized cloud, storage, and data services to the mainstream industry beyond crypto-native users. These discussions have further strengthened South Korea's position as a strategic hub between East and West, promoting in-depth cooperation at the policy, business and technology levels. Anastasiia Lorenzen, Partnerships & Venture Lead, Peanut Trade Jeon Hyewon, Business Director, Echobit Toby Skinner, Co-founder, Nubila Jiahao Sun, CEO, Flock.io Creating the Future Together: Venture Capital Roadshow During the venture capital roadshow session, by AKINDO and 0G support, after nearly two months of registration and rigorous screening, nine outstanding startup teams took the stage to showcase their vision to top venture funds, accelerators, angel investors and ecosystem supporters. AKINDO, CoinMarketCap Labs and ChainGPT AI Hub presented awards to the top three teams. Three of the high-performing teams – UnifAI, BitGPT and Avinasi – have been recognized for their clear vision, robust strategy and strong market potential, with the attention and support of leading investors. The roadshow not only showcased cutting-edge blockchain innovations, but also provided founders with direct access to international investor feedback and exposure, demonstrating Bridge the Block Korea Day's core mission: to allow global capital and builders to meet, collide ideas, and establish meaningful collaborations. Building International Connections: Impact and Collaboration The Summit provides a face-to-face platform for global thought leaders to meet Korean innovators, both start-ups and established companies. Purpose-built networking spaces facilitate one-on-one conversations, help build long-term relationships and open doors to investment opportunities. Coverage from leading media outlets in Asia Pacific and around the world further amplified the exchange and allowed the Summit insights to reach a wider audience. The booth area provided an interactive platform for guests and exhibitors (e.g. Tevau, Umy, Prismacloud) to support in-depth discussions, live demonstrations and hands-on experiences. Attendees were able to explore innovative solutions, ask questions and network with emerging and established companies, further enriching the collaborative atmosphere of the event. In recent years, Jsquare and DFG have supported all phases of projects – from early-stage start-ups to established companies – covering market access, financing, strategic consulting and local ecosystem exploration, including helping international projects enter the Korean market and assisting Korean companies with regional and global expansion. By acting as a bridge between Korea and the world, the event accelerates cross-border cooperation and development, making Korea an important hub for the global blockchain ecosystem. About Jsquare and DFG Jsquare is a research- and technology-driven investment firm focused on driving large-scale blockchain adoption and empowering the future of the Web3 field.