Web3 Summit Dubai 2024

4/16-17 Atlantis, The Palm

host

co-host

Summit introduction

Policy

Dubai government shows a significantly higher acceptance of cryptocurrency policies compared to Singapore, Europe, and the United States. It has consistently introduced relevant policies and established a well-defined regulatory framework. The government's open policies have successfully attracted substantial capital flows into Dubai. Moreover, the government actively facilitates the development of Web3 infrastructure and has implemented Visa policies aimed at attracting talented individuals.

Market

Dubai becomes the world’s first government to enter the Metaverse, and formulates a five-year Metaverse strategy, aiming to build the capital of the Metaverse and attract global technology companies to settle in. The government has devised comprehensive plans to establish Dubai’s Artificial Intelligence and Web3 campus.. The goal is to create 40,000 jobs related to the Metaverse within five years and bring 4 billion US dollars of annual economic growth.

Fintech

Dubai attaches great importance to the development of AI technology. Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) currently has more than 100 international and local fintech companies and has cooperated with universities in Europe and America. The UAE also has the Institute of Artificial Intelligence (IIAI) and the world's first research-oriented Artificial Intelligence university. The government also put lots of investment in the construction of the digital economy, aiming to build an international financial center and futuristic city.

Web3

Dubai becomes a new vibrant city for the Web3 industry, radiating the Middle East, Africa and South Asia markets. Dubai has established the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA), attracting many well-known exchanges to set up headquarters in Dubai, and many Web3 projects also choose to set up their headquarters or workspaces in Dubai. Dubai Artificial Intelligence and Web3 Campus has announced the issuance of AI and Web3 licenses, supporting AI, Web3 enterprises with 90% subsidized commercial licenses.

Highlights of the Summit

This conference will bring together experts, scholars, and entrepreneurs from around the world in the Web3 field to explore the latest advancements in Web3 technology, including blockchain technology, decentralized finance, smart contracts, and more.

Attention To The Future Of Decentralized Finance

Exploring The Practice And Challenges Of Smart Contracts

Showcasing Innovative Achievements In The Web3 Field

Establishing A Global Network Of Collaboration In The Web3 Field

Agenda

April 16

Technology and Real-world Asset Tokenization

09:00-09:30

Opening Remarks

Introduction to Web3 and the Conference

Speaker: RWA FINANCE

09:30-10:45

Panel Discussion

Blockchain Innovations: Beyond the Hype

Panelists: Four experts in blockchain technology and innovation

Moderator: Technology Journalist

11:00-11:45

Solo Speaker Session

Emerging Trends in Blockchain Technology

Speaker: Renowned Blockchain Developer & Researcher

12:00-13:15

Panel Discussion

Tokenizing the Real World: A Viable Future?

Panelists: Four professionals from blockchain, real estate, legal, and finance sectors

Moderator: Financial Analyst

14:00-14:45

Solo Speaker Session

Legal Implications of Asset Tokenization

Speaker: Legal Expert in Blockchain Technology

15:00-16:15

Panel Discussion

The Tech Behind Tokenization

Panelists: Four technologists and entrepreneurs in the field of asset tokenization

Moderator: Venture Capitalist

16:30-17:15

Solo Speaker Session

Case Studies in Real-world Asset Tokenization

Speaker: CEO of a company specializing in asset tokenization

April 17

Securities, Bitcoin ETF Approval And Decentralized Finance

09:00-09:30

Opening Remarks

Overview of Day 2: Focusing on Securities and DeFi

Speaker: Event Organizer or Industry Expert

09:30-10:45

Panel Discussion

The Future of Cryptocurrency Securities and Bitcoin ETFs

Panelists: Four experts in finance, cryptocurrency, and ETFs

Moderator: Financial Journalist

11:00-11:45

Solo Speaker Session

Insights into Bitcoin ETFs and Market Dynamics

Speaker: Financial Expert or Analyst specializing in Cryptocurrencies

12:00-13:15

Panel Discussion

DeFi Ecosystem: Opportunities and Challenges

Panelists: Four leaders in DeFi, including Layer 2 and Lightning Network specialists

Moderator: Tech Entrepreneur

14:00-14:45

Solo Speaker Session

Layer Zero Innovations in Blockchain

Speaker: Blockchain Architect or Researcher

15:00-16:15

Panel Discussion

Decentralized vs. Centralized Exchanges: The Future of Trading

Panelists: Four experts from both decentralized and centralized exchange platforms

Moderator: Crypto Economist

16:30-17:20

Panel Discussion

Keynote Session

This segment will feature visionary talks from hosts of the event and investors or projects in the AI and Web3 domains

17:25-18:45

Innovator Showcase

During this hour, finalists from the DeAI Hackathon 2024 will present their groundbreaking solutions.

18:45-19:30

Awards Ceremony and Networking

The event will culminate in a celebration of excellence and innovation, recognizing the winners of the DeAI Hackathon 2024

Guests

Sheikh Ali Rashed
Ali Saeed Al Maktoum

Chairman at Private Office of His Highness

Feida Zhu

SMU's Associate Dean & Professor

Johann Eid

Chief Business Officer,
Chainlink Labs

CZhang Lin

IC Board Director
of LBank Labs

Richard Muirhead

Managing Partner-
Fabric Venture

Max

Web3 Summit Founder
BlockNews Founder

HAKAN DEER

Branding Director of RWA Finance

Sankha Banerjee

Babylon-Head of Product Strategy

TN Lee

CEO-Pendle

Simon Baksys

VP of BD LayerZero

Dyma Budorin

Co-Founder & CEO of Hacken

Scott Moore

Co-founder of Gitcoin &
Founder of Public Works

Michael Wagner

CFA, Co-founder/CEO
of Star Atlas

Monica

Head of Product Growth

Matt

Head of Asian Market

James

L7 DEX CEO

Alessia Baumgartner

DWF Labs Business
Partner Ecosystems

Robby Yung

Animoca Brands - CEO

Tobias Bauer

Chief Strategy OfficerTitan Network

Xiao

Partner of HashKeyCapital

Devika Mittal

Head of India

Shahd Hassan Abdelhadi

TakaDAO Head of Growth

Taylor Harris

Head of Community

Nico

Metastone Group
Investment VP

Alex Perisic

Head of BD & Partnerships Bit.Store

Kartin

ORA Co-Founder

Karel Kubat

CEO of Union

Nicholas Zaldastani

CEO of CESS

Shubham Bhandari

Head of Eco System
at Manta Network

Christiaan Eisberg

Co-founder / CEO
of STR8FIRE

David S. Bennahum

CEO & Co-Founder
of READYgg

Johnason Chan

Co-Founder
of LBank Exchange

Aurora Duan

Cofounder of Impactopia, global philanthropy and social impact; UN Women & COP 28 UAE Official Delegate

Shawn Shang

TrendX. CEO

Frank Yu

Investment Director, IOBC Capital

Kaia Wang

Global CMO
of LBank Exchange

Pati Murtazalieva

VP Global Sales
Operations-Sumsub

Jack Kong

Founder-Nano Labs

Dr. Hoansoo Lee

Co-founder at Exabits

Zack Yang

Co-Founder of FOMO Pay

Pierre Person

CEO of USUAL Company

James

CFounder & CEO
of DFG Group

Hazel

Head of Investments-AELF

Dr. Li Hua Xi

Director of Web3 Product
from Huawei Cloud

David Gan

Founder & Managing partner
of Inception Capital

Gordon Guo

Founder and CEO
of Advokate

Balal Khan

Co-founder of ZKEX

Ann

COO of Scallop

Babajide Fashola

Global Financial Infrastructure Lead
at Cardano Foundation

Alexander de Lorraine

CEO of Archblock (Holding) AG

Dr. Arogundade Samsondeen

Founder and CEO of CratD2C

Jakob Kronbichler

CEO & Co-founder

Josh Fraser

Co-founder of Origin Protocol

Piyush Gupta

Founder and CEO Polytrade

Tyler Roessel

CMO of Spending Power

Douglas Keeney

CMO of Exabits

Lucas Vogelsang

Co-founder & CEO,
Centrifuge

Cyber Young

Copilot Venture Studio
Partner

Sebastien Couture

General Partner
of Interop Ventures

Anthony Anzalone

CEO of XION

Kevin Raham Soltani

CEO and Managing Partner of GIMA Group Inc

Anqi Liu

Partner of Quest Ventures

Jademont

Founder-WaterDrop Capital

Dan Zajac

Co-Founder of
KITSAYA Labs

Mitch Lacsamana

CEO and Co-Founder of
Metaverse HQ

Nicolas Vaiman

CEO of Bubblemaps

Pranav Singh

CMO of Floxypay

David Jiao

CEO and Co-Founder of
Privasea AI

David

Master Protocol-Founder

Bekir Seyhan

CEO of SC Group

Sebastian Forouzani

Lead Engineer in Puffer Finance

Carter Feldman

CEO of QED Protocol

Preetam Rao

CEO of QuillAudits

Andrew Nicholas Smith

Founder of Versatus Labs

Alex Goh

Founder of EdgeMatrix Computing,
Chairman of EMC Foundation

Coco

Head of BD in moledao

Thomas Yu

Co-Founder of KNN3 Network

Riqi RA

Founder of EAST Blue

Philipp Pieper

Co-founder of Swarm

Konstantin Tkachuk

Chief Strategy Officer Titan Network

Sergey Sevantsyan

BIKA Global CEO

Ceres Capital founder

Anna L

NuLink CMO

Malik Luno

Co-founder of PrismNET
PrismNET COO

Tracy

Co founder @Followin

Aaron

MetaStone Group Research Director

NIGO

CMO TBC foundation

Partner

Sponsor

Co-Organizer Media

Support Media

Focus On The Latest Developments In Web3 Technology

Attention To The Future Of Decentralized Finance

Exploring The Practice And Challenges Of Smart Contracts

Showcasing Innovative Achievements In The Web3 Field

Establishing A Global Network Of Collaboration In The Web3 Field