Blockchain and digital assets keynote speaker 2026: Matthew Griffin
Matthew Griffin is a blockchain and digital assets keynote speaker and futurist who explains crypto, stablecoins, tokenisation and the metaverse in plain language, and what they mean for banks, investors, governments and the future of money. He speaks in person worldwide, and virtually.
His sessions on the subject include two keynotes in Abu Dhabi on blockchain, crypto, NFTs and the metaverse, a lecture on blockchain and Web 3.0 for Michigan State University, a keynote at a blockchain summit in London, and The Future of Banking, Money, and Payments 2050 in Marrakesh.
Fanatical Futurist reports on stablecoins, tokenised assets and crypto markets as they meet mainstream finance, and Matthew's keynotes draw on that coverage and on the 311 Institute's research.
Sessions that covered blockchain and digital assets
- Demystifying Blockchain, Crypto, NFTs and the Metaverse (Abu Dhabi)
- Blockchain, Crypto, NFT and the Metaverse (keynote series, Abu Dhabi)
- The Future of Web 3.0 and Human Potential (Michigan State University, USA)
- The Future of Banking, Money, and Payments 2050 (Morocco)
- The Future of Blockchain (blockchain summit, London)
Latest blockchain and digital assets news on Fanatical Futurist
- Big US banks launch Tokenised deposit network to fight off Stablecoin threats
- Stablecoin firms bet big on AI Agent payments networks
- NYSE to Launch 24/7 Blockchain Based Trading for Tokenized Stocks and ETFs
- ClawdBot AI Agents Became Unwitting Accomplices to a Crypto Heist
- Intent based protocols transform how users invest in crypto and DeFi
- ECB Lagarde warns Stablecoins could lead to the privatisation of money
Frequently asked questions
What does Matthew Griffin cover in a blockchain keynote?
Crypto, stablecoins and central bank digital currencies, tokenised assets, NFTs and the metaverse, the risks and regulation, and what they mean for money, markets and ownership. Each session is built around the audience's sector.
Is a blockchain keynote suitable for non-technical audiences?
Yes. His sessions demystify blockchain and digital assets in plain language for boards, executives and general audiences, and go deeper for specialist audiences.
Can the keynote be tailored to banks and financial services?
Yes. He builds each keynote around the client's sector, and has spoken on the future of banking, money and payments.
How much does it cost to book Matthew Griffin for a blockchain keynote?
Fees depend on the format, location and scope of the session. Send us a brief and we reply within one working day.
How do I book Matthew Griffin for a blockchain keynote?
Send your event date, location, audience and the themes you want covered through the contact page. We reply within one working day.
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Where to see Matthew next
- 2Nov2026
New dates are being added. Matthew speaks in person around the world, so ask about your date.
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