From August 5–7, 2025, Rio de Janeiro will host Latin America’s premier blockchain event, bringing together innovators, startups, and industry leaders to explore the future of tokenization, AI, digital assets, and Web3.
As a Titanium Sponsor, the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) is teaming up with Cheesecake Labs and NearX to deliver a dynamic agenda filled with real-world demos, rapid-fire talks, and interactive ways to engage with Stellar-powered innovation. More details on our speaking sessions coming soon—stay tuned!
Come chat with the Cheesecake Labs and NearX team, grab exclusive Stellar swag, and learn how Stellar is enabling real-world adoption of blockchain for stablecoins, cross-border payments, and more.
Don’t miss our lineup of eight short talks at booth A, each under 15 minutes featuring experts from Cheesecake Labs and NearX as they dive into Web3 infrastructure, DeFi, stablecoins, and tokenization.
Smart Contracts and NFTs for Identity and Access Tokenization on Stellar
Time: 10:00 am
Speaker: Maria Cecília, Software Engineer, Cheesecake Labs
Description: Practical use cases of smart contracts and NFTs on the Stellar network. We’ll dive into real-world applications like Semantic Pay — an identity solution using NFTs — and discuss how access tokenization can enable secure, decentralized access control for scenarios such as event entry. A talking session on how Stellar enables lightweight, scalable Web3 solutions beyond collectibles.
HackMeridian: What to Expect and How to Thrive
Time: 11:00 am
Speaker: Lucas Oliveira, Head of Education, NearX
Description: A quick, no-fluff guide to making the most out of HackMeridian. From choosing the right problem to pitching like a pro, this talk gets you in the right mindset to build fast, smart, and with purpose. For hackers, dreamers, and anyone ready to turn a weekend into something way bigger.
Stablecoins, Classic Wallets, Programmable Wallets
Time: 2:00 pm
Speaker: Gabriel Soares, Engineering Manager, Cheesecake Labs
Description: Explore the role of stablecoins in making crypto practical and accessible. We’ll look at real-world use cases through classic wallets built on the Stellar network and then explore how smart wallets unlock new possibilities with automation, programmability, and enhanced user experiences.
Big Ideas, Real Backing: How Stellar Community Funding Turns Vision into Reality
Time: 3:00 pm
Speaker: Caio de Mattos, CEO, NearX
Description: A fast and inspiring intro to how Stellar’s community-driven funding model helps real builders bring their ideas to life. No VCs, no gatekeeping, just a global network ready to support projects that matter. Perfect for founders, dreamers, and anyone tired of pitching to closed doors.
AI Agents & Wallet Automation
Time: 10:00 am
Speaker: Amanda Gonsalves, Software Engineer, Cheesecake Labs
Description: Discover how AI agents and Stellar smart contracts are enhancing security and enabling smarter interactions with blockchain. From self-custodial assistants to dynamic access control, we’ll explore how AI brings intelligence and scale to decentralized experiences.
Stellar’s Superpowers, the features that truly make it unique
Time: 10:00 am
Speaker: Fifo, Software Engineer, Aha Labs
Description: What makes Stellar special: anchors, Soroban, near-zero fees, multi-currency logic, built-in compliance layers. Don’t build what you could on Ethereum, build what only Stellar enables.
UX for Wallets
Time: 2:30 pm
Speaker: Fernanda Hahn, Product Manager, Cheesecake Labs
Description: Explore how both self‑custodial and custodial wallets still challenge users with seed‑phrase backup, confusing gas fees, network switching, and inconsistent onboarding flows. Cover UX strategies to make wallets intuitive, safe, and welcoming gateways into Web3.
Why DeFi Actually Matters
Time: 4:00 pm
Speaker: Israel Junior, Blockchain Engineer, Nearx
Description: An eye-opening talk on how decentralized finance can empower small businesses, migrants, and unbanked communities — not just crypto-native traders. A fresh perspective on who DeFi should really serve.
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The Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) is a non-profit organization that supports the development and growth of Stellar, an open-source network that connects the world’s financial infrastructure. Founded in 2014, the Foundation helps maintain Stellar’s codebase, supports the technical and business communities building on the network, and serves as a voice to regulators and institutions. The Foundation seeks to create equitable access to the global financial system, using the Stellar network to unlock the world’s economic potential through blockchain technology. For more information, visit stellar.org/foundation.
Cheesecake Labs is a nearshore software design and development company specializing in blockchain, mobile, web, AI, and IoT. As Stellar's partner, the company provides blockchain development services for businesses seeking scalable and cost-effective solutions. For more information, visit cheesecakelabs.com.
Nearx is a leading platform specializing in education, incubation, and strategic consulting for companies operating in the blockchain and emerging tech space. We empower organizations to upskill their teams, launch innovative products, and navigate the evolving digital landscape with confidence. Whether you're looking to train developers, validate ideas, or scale adoption, Nearx delivers tailored solutions to help you succeed.