The 2025 Point Zero Forum in Zurich brought together some of the world’s top financial minds, regulators, and technologists. One of the event’s top moments was when Richard Teng and Sopnendu Mohanty shared the stage as they previewed the future of the crypto space. The three-day forum provided a setting for free discussion of digital finance, policy, and innovation from May 5th to 7th. Teng, now CEO of Binance, reiterated the imperative of building trust among institutions. The message was loud and clear: without regulations and broader institutional backing, the crypto space cannot realize maximum mainstream potential.

Richard Teng Joins Sopnendu Mohanty to Share Key Insights on Crypto’s Future

When Richard Teng joined Sopnendu Mohanty on stage, the discussion quickly moved to global regulatory frameworks. Teng reflected on his earlier experience with the Monetary Authority of Singapore and emphasized that harmonized rules can ease adoption across markets. For crypto growth to happen on a global scale, industry participants need predictability, and governments need to protect users. A consistent regulatory language across jurisdictions will reduce confusion and make it easier for financial institutions to participate. Both speakers agreed that smart regulation is not a barrier, it’s the backbone of a healthy digital finance system.

Richard Teng (@binance) joined Sopnendu Mohanty (@gftn_official) at #PZF2025, shared key insights on what’s needed for crypto to go mainstream.
💬 “For crypto to go mainstream, two elements must come into play: clearer regulations & institutional adoption.” pic.twitter.com/RpfhAfwVCn

— Point Zero Forum (@pointzeroforum) May 6, 2025

Institutional Confidence: The Bridge to Mass Adoption

Richard Teng joined Sopnendu Mohanty in underlining how institutional confidence shapes the future of crypto and digital finance. Banks, asset managers, and large firms bring legitimacy, operational maturity, and capital strength to the table. Teng pointed out that when traditional players start building within crypto infrastructure, such as custody, payments, or asset tokenization. These moves encourage cautious investors to explore digital assets. The crypto market today sits at a tipping point, where long-term stability depends on trust from institutions, not just retail excitement.

Crypto Growth Hinges on Clarity and Collaboration

From crypto developers to central banks, there’s a shared understanding that growth won’t come without clarity. Teng stressed during the forum that policies must be pragmatic and responsive to innovation. This is not compliance, it’s about making the environment where innovation is safe and welcomed. Sopnendu Mohanty had the same sentiment that regulators and innovators must have a more open and frequent conversation. Collaboration ensures that risks are addressed early and progress continues without fear. Both agreed that clearer rules are a must for driving sustainable crypto growth.

Speaking at Point Zero Forum@Zurich on the future of crypto and digital finance in front of global policymakers and regulators.

Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat of Singapore was in attendance so I took the opportunity to thank him for his service to Singapore and being such… pic.twitter.com/s5KeMJQE02

— Richard Teng (@_RichardTeng) May 6, 2025

A Personal Note on Leadership and Global Vision

The session ended on a thoughtful note. Teng took a moment to acknowledge Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat of Singapore, who was in attendance. He expressed gratitude for Keat’s leadership and mentorship during his time at MAS. This personal touch reminded the audience that the future of crypto and digital finance also depends on the people shaping the path forward. Forums like this matter, not just for news or announcements, but for fostering real relationships between people driving change. Richard Teng joined Sopnendu Mohanty in modelling how collaboration and mutual respect can shape a better financial world.