Asia’s leading blockchain conference, Korea Blockchain Week (KBW) 2024, unveils a stellar line-up of sponsors and speakers. This year’s event promises to be a landmark gathering for the global Web3 community.
Sui Named Official Conference Partner
Sui, a next-generation Layer-1 blockchain developed by Mysten Labs, joins KBW as the Official Conference Partner. Joining them as Title Sponsors are Aptos Foundation and Tron, while Orbs, Flare Network, and Ripple take on Gold Sponsor roles.
Evan Cheng, Co-Founder & CEO of Mysten Labs, expressed his enthusiasm: “KBW consistently brings together the brightest minds in blockchain. With Korea leading the industry’s mass adoption, Sui, with its strong presence in the region, is thrilled to partner with KBW and contribute to the next wave of crypto growth across Asia.”
Impressive Speaker Lineup
The KBW2024 speaker roster boasts industry giants like Vitalik Buterin (virtual), Arthur Hayes, Mike Belshe, Mo Shaikh, Yat Siu, Muneeb Ali, Keone Hon, Eli Ben-Sasson, Ed Felten, and Aleksander Larsen.
New additions to the headline speaker list include:
- Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple
- Richard Teng, CEO of Binance
- Sébastien Borget, Co-founder & CEO of The Sandbox
- Dominic Williams, Founder & Chief Scientist at DFINITY Foundation
- Nick van Eck, Co-founder & CEO of Agora
- Nathan Allman, Founder & CEO of Ondo Finance
- Vyas Krishnan, Strategy at EigenLayer
- Daniel Wang, CEO of Taiko
- Greg Solano, CEO of Yuga Labs
These influential figures bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to KBW, offering valuable insights into the ever-evolving blockchain landscape.
Seon-ik Jeon, CEO of FACTBLOCK, KBW’s host, commented: “Over the past seven years, KBW has become a platform for crucial dialogues shaping the narrative and influencing decisions in the global Web3 space. Our expanding speaker list reflects this. We’re honored to welcome Sui as our Official Conference Partner alongside other prominent sponsors, renowned speakers, and attendees who make KBW Asia’s most impactful blockchain conference.”
Influential Figures Take the Stage
The speaker line-up boasts industry heavyweights like Brad Garlinghouse (Ripple CEO), Richard Teng (Binance CEO), Sébastien Borget (The Sandbox Co-founder), Dominic Williams (DFINITY Founder), and Nick van Eck (Agora Co-founder), among others.
KBW 2024: A Hub for Web3 Innovation
The seventh edition of Korea Blockchain Week takes place from September 1-7, 2024, with the flagship two-day “IMPACT” conference happening on September 3-4 at the Walkerhill Hotels & Resorts in Seoul, South Korea. With just over 75 days to go, KBW2024 is poised to be one of the most anticipated global Web3 gatherings of the year.
Founded by FACTBLOCK and co-hosted by Hashed, this year’s KBW focuses on the convergence of Web2 and Web3, highlighting the crucial role of Asia in driving innovation and adoption for the global Web3 ecosystem.
Bridging East and West
Hashed CEO Simon Kim stated, “KBW2024 will serve as a bridge between East and West, bringing together leaders at the forefront of the global blockchain industry.” He further elaborated, “The upcoming KBW: IMPACT will delve into Web3 technology trends, institutional approaches to Web3, regional and global mass-market expansion strategies, and major regulatory developments.”
KBW2024: IMPACT will feature an Institutional Day exploring the intersection of traditional and decentralized finance, along with how Web2 companies are leveraging blockchain technologies to enhance user experiences. As Korea emerges as a Web3 hub, KBW2024 acts as a platform where cutting-edge Web3 innovations meet institutional capital.
Interactive Features & Immersive Experience
KBW2024: IMPACT is committed to providing an enriching experience for attendees. It will offer a plethora of interactive features, allowing attendees to delve into innovative blockchain-based games and applications.
KBW 2024 promises to be a must-attend event for anyone passionate about the future of blockchain. Visit https://koreablockchainweek.com for more information and updates.
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