Štěpán Kouba

Independent consultant

I help banks and crypto firms bridge the lack of the crypto/regulatory expertise with hands-on implementation. From MiCA licensing strategy through custody architecture to live deployment, I work alongside the teams to build solutions that actually work. Experiences from IT vendors, banks, and crypto companies provide a broad perspective on impacts and requirements.

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Speaker’s stage appearances

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Panel discussion

The Market After MiCA Licensing — Can the Czech Republic Become Europe's Bitcoin Hub?

Štepán Kouba and his guests will explore the competitiveness of the Czech environment, regulatory friendliness, and the potential to attract foreign players. This discussion will bring together perspectives from law, business, and regulation, offering a realistic picture of what MiCA licensing means for companies and users.

Czech Stage

Fri, 10:00

Keynote

Chief Bitcoin Officer

Listen to a conversation between two established experts on how Bitcoin is gradually moving from the fringes of interest right into the structures of traditional financial institutions. What new roles are emerging —from Chief Bitcoin Officer to specialized teams— and what do they actually entail?

You’ll learn why banks and fintech companies are starting to build internal Bitcoin expertise, what skills they’re looking for, and how their strategies toward digital assets are evolving.

Czech Stage

Fri, 11:10