WORLD’S BIGGEST BLOCKCHAIN SUMMIT SERIES
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Dubai has embraced blockchain technology, and has even put forward plans to incorporate the technology into governmental operations.
By 2020, all visa applications, bill payments and licence renewals will be transacted digitally through an electronic ledger.
This further cemented the nation’s resolve to establish Dubai as the happiest, safest and most innovative city on Earth.
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What is World Blockchain Summit?
World Blockchain Summit is a global series of elite gatherings that take place in 15+ destinations across the world.
It connects global blockchain gurus and technology players in this space including emerging startups – with regional businesses, government authorities, IT leaders, tech entrepreneurs, investors and blockchain developers.
The summit features enterprise use-cases, government use-cases, inspirational keynotes, panel discussions, tech-talks, blockchain exhibition, startup pitch competitions, and a host of networking opportunities.
To find a #WBS edition taking place near you, visit: www.worldblockchainsummit.com
HAPPENINGS
CONFERENCE
CONFERENCE
Witness international and regional blockchain experts talk about the pros and cons of adopting the technology specifically in the UAE Market. Be part of panel discussions, tech-talks, fire-side chats; debating on blockchain’s potential to reshape the global financial system.
STARTUP EXHIBITION
STARTUP EXHIBITION
The summit features an exclusive pavilion for blockchain startups from all over the world to showcase their innovative technologies in front of global investors and technology players – helping them to raise funds, secure business development and collaboration opportunities.
PITCH COMPETITION
PITCH COMPETITION
The summit gives a unique platform for blockchain startups from all over the world to showcase their innovative technologies in front of global investors and technology players – helping them to raise funds, secure business development and collaboration opportunities.
ICO GRAND SLAM
ICO GRAND SLAM
ICO Grand Slam is a great platform for those companies who are prepared to launch their ICO and the ones who are still planning on their ICO. They can pitch in front of global investors including VCs, angel investors and key government authorities – and stand a chance to raise upto US$ 2 million.
CONFERENCE
Witness international and regional blockchain experts talk about the pros and cons of adopting the technology specifically in the UAE Market. Be part of panel discussions, tech-talks, fire-side chats; debating on blockchain’s potential to reshape the global financial system.
STARTUP EXHIBITION
The summit features an exclusive pavilion for blockchain startups from all over the world to showcase their innovative technologies in front of global investors and technology players – helping them to raise funds, secure business development and collaboration opportunities.
PITCH COMPETITION
The summit gives a unique platform for blockchain startups from all over the world to showcase their innovative technologies in front of global investors and technology players – helping them to raise funds, secure business development and collaboration opportunities.
ICO GRAND SLAM
ICO Grand Slam is a great platform for those companies who are prepared to launch their ICO and the ones who are still planning on their ICO. They can pitch in front of global investors including VCs, angel investors and key government authorities – and stand a chance to raise upto US$ 2 million.
KEY GOVERNMENT SPEAKERS
A Guru in marketing management, as evinced through his years of professional experience and academia.
GILBERT REVEILLON
President ICT & Digital Economy,
CNCCEF
France
Christened the Crypto-Congressman, he is a visionary looking to transform the world through entrepreneurism.
Jason HSU
Legislator/ Congressman (Crypto Congressman),
Legislative Yuan
Taiwan
An economist, politician and libertarian, striving to protect and pursue prospects for liberty rights.
VIT JEDLICKA
President,
Free Republic of Liberland
Liberland
Adept in studying the effect of technology on spatial behaviour of individuals, he is an active member of several civil societies.
MARTEN KAEVATS
National Digital Adviser,
Government of Estonia
Estonia
An ICT champion, academician and columnist, who has contributed to the radical transformation of the Kenyan ICT sector.
BITANGE NDEMO
Chairman of Blockchain and AI Taskforce,
Government of Kenya
Kenya
A member of the Ukrainian Parliament, he is regarded as one of the top 50 analysts in Ukraine.
OLEKSII MUSHAK
Member of Parliament,
Ukraine
SPEAKERS
Having spent over 15 years developing ClubWorldConnect, he wants to raise awareness on how ‘Mobile Money’ is the future of financial services and consumer banking
KENT KRISTENSEN
CEO,
MessengerBank
Denmark
A blockchain evangelist and an erudite columnist, he is an ardent supporter of bitcoin adoption to attain economic freedom.
ROGER VER
CEO,
Bitcoin.com
United States
A stellar equity finance specialist and investment strategist, who is revered in the financial sector.
MICHAEL BUCELLA
Partner,
BlockTower
United States
A celebrated entrepreneur and investor, zealous to impel the significance of the blockchain ecosystem.
ANTHONY “POMP” POMPLIANO
Founder & Partner,
Morgan Creek Digital Assets
United States
FEATURED DISCUSSIONS
Blockchain in Electronic Identification Systems
Registering new businesses using Blockchain
Decentralized A.I
Investing in pre-ICO
The perusal of a successful token sale
Blockchain-based Fintech offerings are rising
Decentralized proof of the existence
Key differences between Security & Utility tokens
Zero-knowledge protocols to Knowledge Proofs
Bringing DAO’s back
PITCH COMPETITION AND FUND-RAISING
World Blockchain Summit is the launch pad for amazing opportunities ahead.
Here is what the short-listed startups can benefit from being part of the summit.
CONTEST TO WIN US$1 MILLION
Get a chance to win the regional cup of the startup worldcup with free flight tickets to San Francisco to compete with 30 other contestants to win US$1 million.
20 startups shortlisted by the organisers of Startup World Cup will pitch face-to-face to the jury appointed by Fenox VC organisers of the Startup World Cup
One winning startup will compete along with 30 other global finalists for the Grand Prize of US$ 1,000,000 at the Startup World Cup in May 2019 in San Francisco.
SPONSORS AND PARTNERS
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SILVER SPONSOR
BRONZE SPONSOR
WHAT SPONSORS SAY ABOUT WORLD BLOCKCHAIN SUMMIT
Don’t take our word for it — see what all the buzz is about!
Did you actually do any real business at the summit?
Did you meet the right audience?
Did you see your competitors selling the same product as yours?
Do you think it was worth the investment?
We got great leads and made excellent connections.
Sai Teja
Launch My ICO
It is a perfect platform. Our company was introduced to the right people, with the right kind of interest and expertise. WBS met all our expectations. We are just excited to be here!
Miguel Aguirre
Etherecash
Amazing experience! This summit was a great launch-pad for us to tell the whole world about our upcoming projects and its benefits. We also got to pitch our platform for the newcomers in the cryptocurrency scene.
Liwaa Chehayeb
Darico AG
Plenty of opportunities to network and get leads of all types. Great experience!
Lon Wong
NEM.io Foundation
We met the industry leaders and blockchain technology experts – all in one place. Very promising event.
Khal Achkar
Hcash
We met many potential investors, chief among them, the Government of Dubai itself. We managed to build a great line of communication with the Dubai government when we presented to them our future plans and our existing roadmaps. All of this was possible due to World Blockchain Summit.
Alexey Seminonov
Confideal
I like the way Trescon organized the whole event. We met a lot of interesting people and senior blockchain experts. Overall, we are extremely satisfied with the turnout for this event.
Anna Kulikova
Confideal
We met amazing people for potential investment opportunities. Amazing experience!
Hacken
The number and quality of the delegates far exceeded my expectations. I couldn’t help but feel impressed with the number of senior experts and delegates who came from all over the world.
Jack Shaw
American Blockchain Council
The turnout for World Blockchain Summit was just as great as in the Indian edition. There were a lot of prospective investors and delegates which presented great networking opportunities. I really liked the companies, speakers and the quality of the panel discussions.
J A Chowdary
Government of Andhra Pradesh
We met the right kind of investors on both the days of the summit. We enjoyed it and look forward for the next edition!
Alina Angheluta
Bitcomo
We got the chance to present our roadmaps to many potential investors. I look forward to attend the next edition.
Evgeni Borisov
Vimana Global
We wanted to meet interesting people, investors, advisors, startups, government. We met them all at World Blockchain Summit. All our expectations were met. We look forward to attend the next edition.
Ilya Maxob Makhov
Travelchain
WELCOME TO DUBAI
Dubai has established itself as the ‘Happiest City on Earth’. By embracing futuristic innovations like AI and Blockchain into governmental operations, as well as providing a world-class playground for the biggest names in Fashion, Entertainment and Technology, a trip to Dubai is indeed a trip to the future.
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