On August 24th, the biggest Web3 Festival in Asia begins. This three-day festival is an unprecedented collaboration between the public, private, and industrial sectors, promising unique opportunities to create and explore the future of Web3 technologies. Speakers include leading innovators and thought leaders from top technology companies – as well as the coming generation of visionaries. Attendees will also get the chance to take part in self-directed workshops created by experienced professionals in the field. For anyone interested in how Web3 technologies will shape the future of the internet, this festival is not one to be missed.
1. Biggest Web3 Festival in Asia Set to Begin August 24th
The Biggest Web3 Festival in Asia will commence on August 24th, in Manila, Philippines. Expected to be the largest gathering of engineers, entrepreneurs, artists and crypto-enthusiasts in the Asian continent, this groundbreaking event is set to be held at the SMX Convention center.
The inaugural event is hosted by Web3 Foundation and the Philippines’ premier software engineering and blockchain resource platform, Blockchain Space. The festival will feature top speakers from leading tech companies in the world. Among the lineup of Keynote speakers are: Charlie Lee, the creator of Litecoin, Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum, Justin Sun, the founder of TRON, and Matthew Di Ferrante, the founder of Cosmos.
The event will have 2 days of action-packed activities, with 12 discussion panels, hackathon challenges, presentations, and lectures focused on hot topics in the blockchain space. Delegates will get to witness first-hand the latest innovations and developments in the space such as scalability, governance, scalability & interoperability, security, decentralization, and blockchain technology.
The festival also aims to provide a platform for people to come and interact with each other, learn from industry pioneers, and to get insights into the latest trends among blockchain projects. Apart from the main activities, there will be an expo hall where attendants can explore the latest products, services and applications of blockchain technology.
- Highlights of the Festival
- Networking events
- Panel discussions and workshops
- Keynotes from industry leaders
- Expo Hall for exploring the latest blockchain technologies and projects
- Hackathon Challenges
- Presentations and lectures from industry experts
Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Get tickets now and join us on the 24th and 25th of August.
2. Overview of Activities at Web3 Festival
The Web3 Festival, first initiated in 2018, showcases the potential of emerging technologies designed to create a sustainable, open-access internet. This bi-annual tech event focuses on topics such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and the internet of things.
The 2020 edition featured an extensive program of over 60 events that allowed visitors to explore various aspects of a decentralized future. Key themes discussed included open-source collaboration, trust-minimization and digital economic empowerment.
At the two-day summit, participants were given the opportunity to learn from tech pioneers and seasoned industry leaders. Featured speakers included Vitalik Buterin (co-founder of Ethereum), other leading cryptoeconomics researchers, and a range of exceptional experts from all corners of the world.
The festival also included workshops and hackathons advising participants on blockchain projects and various other decentralization initiatives. Interactive sessions centered on topics such as ‘Development of Internet 2.0’, ‘Exploring Ethereum Based Platforms’, and ‘Creating Cryptoeconomic Networks’.
Breakout Topics Covered:
- Digital Identities
- AI and Machine Learning
- Security and Privacy
- Smart Contracts
- Data Transparency
- Decentralized Governance
3. Highlight Speakers at Web3 Festival
The Web3 Festival is back for its fourth edition, which is set to take place between 25 and 27 August 2020 at the Arena GlogauAir in Berlin. In conjunction with its theme, “One Protocol to Rule Them All”, the festival is bringing together major thought leaders from the blockchain and Web 3.0 space.
In this section, we take a closer look at the key speakers, who are driving the industry forward through discussion, collaboration and innovation.
Andreas M. Antonopoulos
- Well known Bitcoin and open blockchain enthusiast, and author of several books on the topic
- Regular keynote speaker at Bitcoin and blockchain conferences
- Current adviser to a number of cryptocurrency-focused companies
Vlad Zamfir
- Lead researcher and advisor on blockchain technology, governance and economics
- Creator of Casper, Ethereum’s widely used proof of stake consensus algorithm
- Executive director at the Ethereum Foundation
Raine Revere
- Well known advisor to numerous blockchain projects
- Widely published author of research papers that bear on decentralized finance and Web 3.0
- Senior Blockchain Architect at ConsenSys
4. Expectations for Web3 Festival in Asia
Asian countries have been rising in prominence within the global blockchain ecosystem, making them a great candidate for hosting the upcoming Web3 Festival. This would allow for an exciting event through which the Asian blockchain landscape can be explored and spotlighted.
China is the biggest market in Asia, and it is no secret that it has been far from accommodating for blockchain projects and businesses. Several crypto and blockchain events have been cancelled in light of the regulation policies. This would be the perfect opportunity to show the world that China is still a central player in the blockchain space.
Japan, on the other hand, is a country that has been very active in the blockchain space. The country’s government is among the few that has taken steps to recognize the legitimacy of cryptocurrencies, and with these regulations in place, celebrated Japanese companies have started creating blockchain- based projects. It would be great to have an event to bring these pioneers together and foster further innovation opportunities in Asia.
The third biggest market is South Korea with its fast-growing blockchain economy. This country is the front-runner of bridge-building and collaboration between fiat and crypto, with prominent exchanges and powerful technology. Seeing discussions, debates, and collaborations between South Korea, China, and Japan during the Web3 Festival could help accelerate the growth of this region’s blockchain industry.
Areas Of Focus: The attendees of the Web3 Festival should expect a number of activites that would help facilitate the growth of Asia’s blockchain industry. Topics such as :
- The impact of blockchain on finance and banking.
- Integration of cryptocurrencies into existing Asia-Pacific institutions.
- The influence of regulation on the blockchain industry.
- The potential of blockchain projects that are transforming Asian industries.
- The challenges of developing, deploying, and maintaining blockchain projects in Asia.
Web3Asia Festival 2020 will start on August 24th and is expected to bring together many of the industry’s top speakers, workshops, and experiences. This will be a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the world of blockchain and Web3 technologies. With discussions on industry trends, advancements, and lots of interesting activities, this will surely be the biggest Web3 festival in Asia.