Events
2026
February 10th & 11th
Proactive Policy Forum
A two-day national program in Canberra bringing industry and government together to shape evidence-based, commercially grounded and cohesive regulatory settings for Australia’s digital economy.
March 23rd – 25th
Black Swan Summit – PERTH
DECA is proud to partner with Black Swan Summit Australia 2026, connecting leaders in Quantum, AI, tokenisation and green infrastructure with industry, government, talent and capital to enable secure, human centred digital adoption.
April 9th
Digital Intelligence Summit
An online event bringing regulators, police, analytics firms and real consumer experiences together to strengthen scam awareness, explain current legal obligations and promote safer, more informed participation in digital assets.
April 23rd – 25th
Money 2020 Bangkok Partnership
DECA are heading to Money 20/20 Asia in Bangkok April 21-23, 2026, a unique opportunity to connect with leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from both Australia and Asia.
May 13th
Parliamentary Friends of Blockchain
This Parliamentary Friends of Blockchain event marks the launch of DECA’s Proactive Policy Paper, presenting industry-led recommendations to inform Australia’s digital asset regulation and economic policy agenda.
June 15th – 17th
Digital Economy Conference
Australia’s leading industry forum examining digital infrastructure, digital assets, AI and policy, connecting government and industry to drive economic growth, reform and national competitiveness.
September 3rd
Digital Trade Forum
A forum bringing industry, government and technology leaders together to advance Australia’s shift to fully digital trade, exploring infrastructure, standards, payments, policy alignment and real world implementations.
September 10th
Digital Economy Industry-Government Networker
This informal afternoon tea will bring together leaders from across Australia’s digital economy, alongside invited parliamentarians and government representatives, for an afternoon of networking, relationship building and open conversation. Places are limited and attendance will be curated to ensure broad representation. Submission of an expression of interest to attend does not confirm attendance.
November 18th – 20th
Singapore Fintech Festival
Designed to foster impactful connections and collaborations, SFF is a platform to explore the intersections of cutting-edge financial solutions, evolving regulatory landscapes, and the latest technological innovations.
November 2026
Annual General Meeting
A review of the year’s achievements, confirmation of board appointments, discussions on strategic priorities, and an outline of DECA’s direction, ensuring continued momentum across advocacy, events and member engagement.
November 27th
The DIGIs
A black-tie celebration recognising excellence across Australia’s digital asset sector, honouring innovators, builders and leaders driving growth, integrity and progress in an industry now entering its most mature chapter.
2025
The Blockies - November 28th, 2025 - Melbourne
On November 28th, 2025, at Rydges Melbourne, the Blockies returns as Australia’s premier blockchain and digital asset industry awards, recognising leadership, innovation, and excellence across the digital asset and Web3 ecosystem. This prestigious event brings together the brightest minds in blockchain—pioneers, developers, entrepreneurs, and advocates shaping the future of the industry.
From technical breakthroughs to regulatory leadership and community impact, the Blockies honours those driving progress in blockchain and digital assets. With an elegant award ceremony followed by an exclusive rooftop afterparty, this is more than just a celebration—it’s a night to connect, be inspired, and celebrate the industry together.
Join us in recognising the visionaries and changemakers leading Australia’s blockchain and digital asset revolution. Be part of the celebration. Be part of the Blockies.
👉 Visit Blockies.com.au for more details.
DLT Enabled Online Summit - February 2025
The DLT Enabled Online Summit in February 2025, a globally significant event that brings together leading figures from pivotal sectors such as telecommunications, DLT infrastructure, payments, cloud computing, AI, digital assets, digital trade, security, and philanthropy.
This all day summit will provide deep insights into how Distributed Ledger Technology is fundamentally reshaping the digital economy worldwide. Participants will discover strategic approaches and the latest advancements demonstrating DLT’s central role in enhancing global economic activities across the digital economy.
Delegation to Japan - March 2025
Tokyo • March 3–7, 2025
Be part of DECA’s Australian delegation to the Japan GFTN Forum, where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, Japanese organisations, regulators, and key stakeholders. This delegation offers unique networking opportunities and the chance to foster meaningful relationships while exploring the future of digital assets and financial innovation.
Proactive Policy Forum - March 2025
The Digital Economy Council of Australia Policy Forum is a full day event, driving proactive policy formation and preparing attendees for a regulated digital economy.
Four specialised focus groups will come together to collaboratively craft targeted elements of a proactive policy submission, directly addressing crucial regulatory considerations from an industry perspective.
Participants are invited to actively engage in open discussions, sharing ideas with industry peers, stakeholders, and policymakers, thus promoting a cooperative environment for policy development. The day’s agenda is strategically structured to result in the advancement of Australian digital asset regulation, empowering attendees to significantly influence industry standards and regulatory frameworks in advance of further consultations.
The sessions will be recorded, transcribed and thoughtfully compiled into a proactive policy submission.
Digital Economy Conference - June 16-18th, 2025 - Gold Coast
JW Marriott, Surfers Paradise • June 16-18th, 2025
Empowering Australia’s digital future through integrated technological innovation – providing secure, transparent and decentralised solutions. This event is set to be a landmark gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders, all dedicated to advancing Australia’s digital economy through blockchain, Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT), and digital assets.
👉 Visit DEConference.com.au for more details.
Global Regulatory Summit - September 2025
This Global Regulatory Summit gathers top-tier thought leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and innovators from across the globe to delve into the critical issues and opportunities facing the digital asset sector today.
As digital assets continue to reshape the global financial ecosystem and cement their role in the global digital economy, understanding and navigating regulatory frameworks has never been more crucial. This summit is designed to provide attendees with cutting-edge insights and a comprehensive understanding of regulatory environments in various jurisdictions.
2024
The Blockies - November 2024
Celebrate the achievements of those who have diligently, impactfully & enthusiastically committed to grow the Australian blockchain industry ecosystem. It’s also time for a party!
Digital Economy Council of Australia Policy Forum - February 2024
The Digital Economy Council of Australia Policy Forum was a dynamic two-day event, driving proactive policy formation and preparing attendees for a regulated digital economy.
Blockchain Week: The Digital Convergence - June 2024
The Digital Convergence Conference explores how foundational blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) drive the digital economy, intersecting with AI, IoT, and more to shape our digital future.
Global Digital Asset Regulatory Summit - August 2024
The Global Digital Asset Regulatory Summit 2024, the premier international online event focused on the ever-evolving landscape of digital asset regulation. This summit gathers top-tier thought leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and innovators from across the globe to delve into the critical issues and opportunities facing the digital asset sector today.
As digital assets continue to reshape the global financial ecosystem and cement their role in the global digital economy, understanding and navigating regulatory frameworks has never been more crucial. This summit is designed to provide attendees with cutting-edge insights and a comprehensive understanding of regulatory environments in various jurisdictions.
2023
Australian Blockchain Security Summit
The Australian Blockchain Security Summit was a thought-provoking gathering of industry leaders and experts delving into the intricacies of blockchain and security. This premier event oddered attendees a valuable opportunity to stay abreast of the latest trends and developments in both blockchain and cyber security. With engaging discussions and expert insights on topics such as infrastructure, solutions, safeguarding against scams, harnessing the power of digital ID and records, ensuring the security and compliance of digital currency exchanges and custody solutions, and the role of regulation and auditing in maintaining compliance and best practices.
Industry Events Calendar
The Australian Blockchain Industry events calendar offers a curated selection of events relating to blockchain, web3, and digital currencies.
