The Big Whale
Summit

12–13
November 2026
Geneva
Switzerland

The Corporate Gateway — Digital assets for non-crypto companies. 300 handpicked decision-makers. One shared mandate.

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Hotel President Wilson  ·  47 Quai Wilson, Geneva
300
Decision-makers
2 days
Intensive program
About the Summit

Where the future of onchain finance is decided

The Big Whale is the strategic intelligence partner for over 150 leading financial institutions navigating the digital asset economy — operating one of the largest institutional networks in onchain finance.

In November 2026, we host the inaugural edition of The Big Whale Summit in Geneva. Join your peers in a cohort of 300 hand-picked decision-makers from leading banks and asset management firms to define the standards of tomorrow's finance industry together.

All discussions are held under Chatham House Rule. No recordings. No press. Pure signal.

Benchmark with Peers

A select group of 300 decision-makers — the only room where TradFi and digital asset leaders speak candidly together.

Chatham House Rule

A confidential setting that guarantees the privacy of all discussions. What happens in Geneva, shapes the future — discreetly.

Outcome-Oriented

You will leave with strong peer connections, actionable practices, a shared strategic vision, and three collective commitments.

The Geneva Advantage

Hosted in the world's wealth management capital — where $2.4 trillion in assets are managed and the future of finance is written.

The Venue

Hotel President
Wilson

One of Geneva's most iconic addresses — a Marriott Luxury Collection property on the shores of Lake Geneva, steps from the United Nations and the heart of international finance.

Address 47, Quai Wilson — 1211 Geneva 8, Switzerland
Plenary Apollon Room · Max 300 people
Breakout Jupiter Room · Max 60 pax
Dining Glow Bar privatized · Lakeside
F&B Bayview by Michel Roth · 1 Michelin Star
Included WIFI 1GB · Public transport card · Byredo amenities
Program

Two days of curated sessions
and strategic networking

By the end of the two days, participants will leave with strong peer connections, actionable practices, and a collective commitment to advancing the digital assets sector.

Day One

Tuesday, 12 November 2026

Define the Leader
09:00

Doors open & Welcome coffee

Networking breakfast — Neptune + Wilson Gallery

09:30

Opening keynote

Mapping the current landscape of digital assets in finance

Plenary
10:30

Morning coffee break

Neptune + Wilson Gallery

11:00

Peer insights & executive experience sharing

Candid discussions on real-world successes and failures — Chatham House Rule

Closed-door
12:30

Networking lunch

Glow Bar — Lakeside — 150 pax (privatized)

14:00

Strategic & operational deep dives

Parallel breakout sessions — Jupiter Room

Workshop
15:30

Afternoon break

Neptune + Wilson Gallery

16:00

Honest, closed-door discussions

What's working, what isn't - and why. Frank conversations under Chatham House Rule.

18:00

Cocktail reception & Gala dinner

Evening networking — venue TBC

Evening
Day Two

Wednesday, 13 November 2026

Shape the Standards
09:00

Morning coffee & recap

Key takeaways from Day 1 — Neptune + Wilson Gallery

09:30

Regulatory & operational priorities

Collaborative sessions to identify the most critical standardization needs

Plenary
10:30

Morning coffee break

Neptune + Wilson Gallery

11:00

Solution-oriented work sessions

Practical workshops developing actionable solutions to shared challenges

Workshop
12:30

Working lunch

Glow Bar — Lakeside — draft sessions continue

14:00

Drafting the joint declaration

Establishing a comprehensive framework of industry best practices

Closed-door
15:30

Afternoon break

Neptune + Wilson Gallery

16:00

The three commitments — closing ceremony

Concrete commitments that participants take back to their institutions

Plenary
17:30

Summit closes — farewell drinks

Hotel President Wilson terrace

Topics Covered

Key intersections of traditional finance
and blockchain infrastructure

Stablecoins
Deposit tokens
Real World Assets (RWA)
Tokenization
Capital efficiency
24/7 market infrastructure
Regulation & compliance
On-chain infrastructure
Decentralized finance (DeFi)
CBDC & digital euro
Custody & security
Institutional onboarding
Cross-border settlement
Interoperability standards
Who Attends

300 handpicked
decision-makers

Exchange insights and shared challenges with peers to solve complex problems and define new digital asset standards. Priority to The Big Whale Corporate Members. Invitation-only event.

Banks
Société Générale
BNP Paribas
Crédit Agricole
UBS
Julius Baer
Pictet
+ others
Asset Managers
La Française
Montpensier Finance
Ofi Invest
+ others
Advisory
EY
Forvis Mazars
Deloitte
+ others
Public Institutions
Bpifrance
Caisse des Dépôts
Direction du Trésor
FINMA
+ others
Enterprise
AON
Swiss Life
+ others
Payments
Mastercard
Visa
Swift
+ others
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Who can attend the Summit?
The Summit is invitation-only and reserved for senior decision-makers (C-suite, Managing Directors, Heads of) from financial institutions, asset managers, regulators, and enterprise firms. Priority is given to The Big Whale Corporate Members. You can apply via our application form — all applications are reviewed individually.
Is there a participation fee?
No participation fee applies. Venue, catering, and programme costs are fully covered. Attendance details and conditions are communicated upon application approval. Corporate Members of The Big Whale benefit from priority access and reserved places.
What does Chatham House Rule mean in practice?
Participants are free to use the information and insights from discussions, but may not attribute specific statements to named individuals or their organizations. There are no recordings, no press access, and no social media live-posting from sessions.
How do I book accommodation?
A dedicated room block is reserved at Hotel President Wilson at preferential rates (CHF 400/night single, CHF 435/night double, breakfast included). Booking details are shared upon registration confirmation. Rooms are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Will sessions be recorded or streamed?
No. In keeping with the Chatham House Rule, no sessions are recorded or live-streamed. Attendees receive a written summary of collective outcomes and commitments after the event — without attribution.
How can my company become a sponsor?
Three sponsorship levels are available — Bronze, Silver, and Gold. The Gold (Title) package is exclusive to one partner. Contact us via our sponsor form to receive the full sponsorship deck and discuss your objectives.
Invitation Only

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Geneva

Apply to participate in the most influential summit for digital asset decision-makers. Help shape the future financial architecture of Europe.

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Priority to The Big Whale Corporate Members · Limited to 300 seats · 12–13 November 2026