The milestone of Ethereum's tenth anniversary has drawn significant attention to the prospects of enterprise applications.
At the WebX 2025 conference, an important discussion themed 'The Future of Business Transformation Through Ethereum: From Technology to Social Implementation' attracted industry attention. This seminar was hosted by Mariko Nishimura, CEO of HEART CATCH, inviting Aya Miyaguchi, Chair of the Ethereum Foundation, and Joichi Ito, President of Chiba Institute of Technology, for an in-depth dialogue.
The conference coincided with the significant moment of the tenth anniversary of Ethereum, where experts discussed how Ethereum technology can drive digital transformation in businesses and the potential for future development in commercial applications.
Mariko Nishimura particularly emphasized at the opening that Ethereum, as an important platform for blockchain technology, has progressed from the conceptual stage to the practical application stage after ten years of development. She pointed out that more and more companies are seriously considering how to integrate Ethereum technology into existing business models, which is not only a technological innovation but also a fundamental shift in business operational thinking.
With the blockchain technology maturing, businesses increasingly urgently seek to optimize business processes, enhance transparency, and reduce operational costs through Ethereum.
The Ethereum Foundation collaborates with academia to promote the social application of technology.
Aya Miyaguchi, Chair of the Ethereum Foundation, shared the foundation's strategies and achievements in promoting Ethereum enterprise applications during the discussion.
She emphasized that the development of Ethereum has gone beyond the scope of mere cryptocurrency applications and is evolving towards broader enterprise solutions.
Aya Miyaguchi pointed out that the foundation is committed to building an open and decentralized ecosystem, allowing businesses to develop applications that meet their specific needs. She specifically mentioned that in recent years, companies' interest in applications such as smart contracts, decentralized finance (DeFi), and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) has greatly increased.
Joichi Ito, President of Chiba Institute of Technology, elaborated on the social impact of Ethereum technology from an academic research perspective.
As a long-term scholar focused on digital innovation, Joichi Ito believes that Ethereum is not only a technological innovation but also an important tool for driving social change.
He emphasized that collaboration between universities and businesses is crucial for promoting the practical application of Ethereum technology. Through industry-academia cooperation, technology transfer can be accelerated while cultivating talents with blockchain expertise. Joichi Ito stated that Chiba Institute of Technology is actively promoting relevant research projects, hoping to contribute to the development of Japan's blockchain industry.
Opportunities for business transformation emerge, with technological integration as a key challenge.
Experts attending the conference unanimously agreed that Ethereum technology offers businesses unprecedented transformation opportunities, particularly in areas such as supply chain management, digital identity verification, and smart contract applications. Mariko Nishimura pointed out that many companies have already begun to experimentally introduce Ethereum-related technologies, hoping to enhance operational efficiency and create new business models.
However, technological integration remains a major challenge for businesses. How to seamlessly integrate blockchain technology with existing systems while ensuring data security and regulatory compliance has become an important issue that must be overcome in the digital transformation process.
Looking ahead, experts are optimistic about the development prospects of Ethereum in the field of enterprise applications. As technology continues to mature and the regulatory environment gradually clarifies, it is expected that more companies will actively embrace Ethereum technology to promote the digital transformation of the overall business ecosystem.
Aya Miyaguchi and Joichi Ito both emphasized that successful business transformation requires both technological innovation and social acceptance. Only by establishing a solid technological infrastructure and cultivating enough talent can Ethereum truly realize its potential in business transformation and create greater value for society.
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The article 'WebX2025: Ethereum Foundation Chair Optimistic About Enterprise Applications: Supply Chain and Identity Verification Provide Good Opportunities' was first published in 'Crypto City'.
