Korea Insurance Training Institute and FactBlock announced a collaborative program connecting digital asset education with on-site participation in the KBW2026 conference. The program, a follow-up to a digital asset education MOU signed last year, will provide students of the '2026-05 Crypto Literacy One-Day Intensive (Asset Token)' course with access to the 'KBW2026 with Upbit' main conference. The initiative aims to cultivate practical digital asset professionals by linking classroom education with global industry exposure. KBW, organized by FactBlock since 2018, is Asia's leading digital asset event now in its 9th edition, with domestic exchange Upbit serving as presenting partner this year and the main conference scheduled for September 30 through October 1 at Walkerhill Hotel & Resort in Seoul.
KBW2026 Conference Structure and Educational Objectives
The collaboration focuses on bridging education with industry practice to develop hands-on digital asset talent. Korea Insurance Training Institute will enhance participants' understanding of digital assets through structured coursework, while FactBlock will provide direct exposure to the global industry landscape. Participants will encounter key digital asset industry trends including real-world assets (RWA), stablecoins, and institutional finance on-site, with networking opportunities among global industry stakeholders. The conference will feature presentations from representatives of organizations including the White House, Ripple, and Robinhood, offering insights into the latest developments in on-chain finance.
Leadership Statements on Industry Collaboration
Ha Tae-kyung, Director of Korea Insurance Training Institute, stated that digital assets are a core area of future finance that insurance and financial industry professionals must understand. He emphasized the institute's commitment to supporting students in directly experiencing the changing financial environment and building future competitiveness by connecting systematic education with global industry sites.
Park Wi-ik, CEO of FactBlock, noted that understanding the digital asset industry requires experiencing global industry sites firsthand alongside theoretical knowledge. He affirmed active support through continued collaboration with Korea Insurance Training Institute to help financial sector practitioners experience the latest industry trends and grow into talent leading the digital asset ecosystem.
FAQ
What is the Korea Insurance Training Institute and FactBlock collaboration program?
The program is a joint initiative providing students of the '2026-05 Crypto Literacy One-Day Intensive (Asset Token)' course with access to the KBW2026 main conference. It represents a follow-up to a digital asset education MOU signed between the two organizations last year, aiming to connect classroom education with global industry exposure.
When and where will the KBW2026 main conference take place?
The KBW2026 main conference is scheduled for September 30 through October 1 at Walkerhill Hotel & Resort in Seoul. The event is organized by FactBlock and features Upbit as the presenting partner, marking the 9th edition of Asia's representative digital asset conference series that began in 2018.
