TORONTO, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Consensus, the world’s longest-running and most influential crypto and blockchain gathering, today announces the addition of two of the biggest names in the business world for its Toronto 2025 event. Kevin O’Leary, Chairman of O’Leary Ventures and Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, are set to join a wealth of prominent figures at Consensus Toronto (hosted by CoinDesk). The conference, which is coming to Canada for the first time, amasses the world’s most influential leaders across finance, crypto, blockchain, and Web3.

Speaking about his involvement in Consensus Toronto, investor and entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary said: “Consensus has long been the go-to gathering for the digital asset industry — a place where serious conversations happen and real decisions are made. I’m excited to join its world-class lineup of speakers in Toronto, a city with a vibrant tech ecosystem and a fast-growing community of crypto, AI, and Web3 innovators. It’s the perfect setting to push the digital asset conversation forward and help shape what’s next for this rapidly evolving sector.”

Consensus is set to welcome 20,000+ attendees from over 100 countries across the digital assets space, 400+ startups, 200+ sponsors, and 6,800+ companies. O’Leary and Portnoy join a distinguished roster of 500+ speakers across crypto, Web3 and blockchain. This year’s flagship event will also feature six dynamic stages, CoinDesk PitchFest (a live competition showcasing the most promising early-stage Web3 startups) and North America’s largest in-person blockchain hackathon, along with hundreds of curated side events and unrivaled networking opportunities.

Other speakers announced for Toronto 2025 include:

• Robert Hines – Executive Director of the President’s Council of Advisors for Digital Assets, The White House
• Adrienne Harris – Superintendent, New York Department of Financial Services
• Sergey Nazarov – Co-Founder, Chainlink
• Anthony Scaramucci – Founder, SkyBridge Capital
• Charles Hoskinson – CEO & Founder, Input Output
• Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer, Bitwise Asset Management
• Dan Morehead – Founder & CEO, Pantera Capital
• Lindsey Einhaus – Crypto Strategy and Operations, Stripe
• Ryan Rugg – Global Head of Digital Assets, Treasury and Trade Solutions, Citi
• Smokey Bera – Co-Founder, Berachain
• Keone Hon – Co-Founder, Monad

For the full list of speakers so far, please see here.

Toronto was pinpointed as host country for the world-leading conference due to its position as North America’s third-largest tech ecosystem and second-largest financial hub. Adding to its appeal is its rich crypto heritage. Toronto is the birthplace of Ethereum and home to the world’s first Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.

“Consensus has long been the definitive stage for the most influential voices in digital assets, and Toronto will be no exception. We’re thrilled to welcome Kevin O’Leary and Dave Portnoy to this year’s lineup, bringing fresh perspectives at a time when mainstream adoption is accelerating like never before,” said Michael Lau, Chairman of Consensus. “With an unmatched roster of speakers, leading sponsors, and a global audience of decision-makers, Consensus continues to be one of the most important events for those shaping the future of this industry.”

Executives from leading Canadian firms, including Dean Skurka, President & CEO of WonderFi, Danish Ajmeri, Director of Product for Crypto at Wealthsimple and Lucas Matheson, CEO of Coinbase Canada, will be joining the conversation at Consensus to explore Canada’s expanding role in the industry.

Early bird registration is now open with limited-time discounted rates available at consensus2025.coindesk.com.

Members of the media are invited to apply for press credentials at https://consensus2025.coindesk.com/press/-id/0.

Media Contact:
Jamie Sly
jamie.sly@coindesk.com 

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About Consensus:
Consensus 2025 by CoinDesk is a flagship event for the blockchain, cryptocurrency, and Web3 community. Bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators, it offers discussions on key topics such as digital assets, DeFi, Web3, and the evolving regulatory landscape.

With a mix of panels, keynotes, and networking opportunities, Consensus 2025 provides a platform to explore the latest trends and developments shaping the digital economy. Whether you’re an industry veteran or just entering the space, this event offers valuable insights and connections in a rapidly evolving field.

About CoinDesk:
CoinDesk is the most trusted media, events, indices, and data company for the global crypto economy. Since 2013, CoinDesk Media has led the story of the future of money and investing, illuminating the transformation in society and culture that comes with it. Our award-winning team of journalists delivers news and unparalleled insights that bring transparency, comprehension, and context.

CoinDesk gathers the global crypto, blockchain, and Web3 communities at annual events such as Consensus, the world’s largest and longest-running crypto festival. CoinDesk Indices offers expertise in digital asset indices, data, and research to educate and empower investors. In November 2023, CoinDesk was acquired by Bullish Group. CoinDesk operates as an independent subsidiary and abides by a strict set of editorial policies. For more information on CoinDesk media and events, please visit CoinDesk.com

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is excited to announce that it has listed StakeStone (STO) on both the spot and futures markets as of April 3, 2025 (UTC). To mark the occasion, MEXC has launched an exclusive Airdrop + rewards campaign, offering a total of 130,000 USDT.

StakeStone is a cross-chain liquidity infrastructure offering flexible staking solutions through its liquid assets – STONE and SBTC, which are tokenized versions of ETH and BTC. Its scalable architecture integrates with staking pools and is prepared to support future restaking features, creating a multi-chain liquidity market. With a TVL of approximately 600 million USD, StakeStone enables diverse use cases and enhanced yield opportunities. Additionally, the platform has launched LiquidityPad, which allows users to earn rewards by providing liquidity to cross-chain applications, and is expanding its reach through partnerships with Monad and WLFI.

STO is the governance token of StakeStone, allowing users to participate in decision-making and influence key protocol parameters. It empowers users to shape the protocol while earning additional rewards through veSTO staking, liquidity incentives, and bribe markets. As StakeStone continues to expand, STO’s role in governance and liquidity allocation will become increasingly valuable.

MEXC has launched an Airdrop + campaign to celebrate the listing of StakeStone (STO) with a total prize pool of 130,000 USDT. Below are the key details of the event:

Event Period: April 3, 2025, 06:00 – April 13, 2025, 10:00 (UTC)

Event 1: Deposit to Share 50,000 USDT (New User Exclusive)
Newly signed-up users and existing users with cumulative deposits below 100 USDT before the event start date are eligible to participate. By completing the relevant tasks during the event period, users can share in the 50,000 USDT prize pool.

Event 2: Spot Challenge – Trade to Share 20,000 USDT (Open to All Users)
During the event, all users can trade STO spot pairs with a minimum valid trading volume of $2,000 to share a 20,000 USDT prize pool, with the reward based on each user’s proportion of the total trading volume, up to a maximum of 2,000 USDT. Only spot trades with non-zero fees will be counted towards the trading volume.

Event 3: Futures Challenge — Trade to Share 50,000 USDT in Futures Bonuses (Open to All Users)
During the event, users who trade any Perpetual Futures pair and rank among the top 2,000 by total trading volume of at least 20,000 USDT will share a 50,000 USDT prize pool in Futures bonuses, with each user able to receive up to 5,000 USDT, and a minimum reward of 10 USDT.

Event 4: Invite New Users & Share 10,000 USDT (Open to All Users)
Existing users can invite friends to sign up on MEXC using their referral code to share a 10,000 USDT reward pool. Once the new user completes any task from Event 1, the referrer will receive 20 USDT, with each referrer eligible to earn up to 400 USDT on a first-come, first-served basis.

The listing of StakeStone (STO) underscores MEXC’s ongoing commitment to offering users a diverse range of investment assets, expanding its product offerings, and enhancing the overall trading experience. By consistently providing early access to promising Web3 projects, MEXC has solidified its position as an industry leader. According to the latest TokenInsight report, MEXC leads the industry with the highest number of spot listings (461) and the fastest listing speed. Additionally, the exchange consistently adds new tokens on a bi-weekly basis, showcasing its exceptional ability to capture market trends quickly.

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Looking ahead, MEXC will remain user-centric, driving innovation and expanding its offerings to deliver the best opportunities in the ever-evolving crypto landscape.

For full event details and participation rules, please visit here.

About MEXC

Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being “Your Easiest Way to Crypto.” Serving over 34 million users across 170+ countries, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, everyday airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.

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Risk Disclaimer:

The information provided in this article regarding cryptocurrencies does not constitute investment advice. Given the highly volatile nature of the cryptocurrency market, investors are encouraged to carefully assess market fluctuations, the fundamentals of projects, and potential financial risks before making any trading decisions.

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GENEVA, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The International Judo Federation (IJF) is proud to announce a new global partnership with CBH Compagnie Bancaire Helvétique (CBH Bank), marking the beginning of a two-year collaboration dedicated to advancing the sport of Judo worldwide.

This strategic alliance highlights a shared commitment to excellence, development, and the promotion of core values such as discipline, integrity and respect. Through this partnership, CBH Bank will support the IJF’s flagship events and global initiatives, including international competitions and grassroots development programmes designed to grow the sport across all continents.

International Judo Federation President Marius L. Vizer welcomed the partnership, “We are delighted to welcome CBH Bank as a Global Partner of the IJF. Their dedication to long-term success and high standards in the financial sector resonate with the principles that define Judo. We look forward to building a meaningful collaboration that will enhance opportunities for athletes, elevate our events, and contribute to the global development of our sport.“ 

Simon Benhamou, CEO of CBH Bank, expressed his enthusiasm: “It is a great honour for CBH Bank to become a member of the International Judo family through this agreement. Judo embodies values we hold dear: discipline, perseverance and mutual respect. We are excited to support the IJF’s vision and contribute to the growth of one of the world’s most esteemed sports communities.“

The IJF and CBH Bank now embark on a journey to further strengthen the global Judo movement, fostering new opportunities for athletes and inspiring fans around the world.

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