virtual AGENDA
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10:00 AM - 10:05 AM GMT
Event Welcome Address
Event welcome address and opening remarks.
Duncan MacRae
Editor in Chief
TechForge Media
10:10 AM - 10:40 AM GMT
Headline Keynote – Coinbase Case Study: How Blockchain and AI are Working Together For a Safer Future
Coinbase Chief Information Security Officer, Jeff Lunglhofer, will explore the unique intersection of blockchain and AI, highlighting how these cutting-edge technologies are working together to strengthen security and enhance innovation at Coinbase. From helping secure customer support interactions, to elevating developer capabilities, to unlocking new possibilities for AI adoption Jeff will talk through why it’s important to harness the power of AI with blockchain technology. Jeff will share real-world examples of Coinbase’s AI integration, from improving customer experience to navigating the risks and challenges posed by AI-driven attacks like deep fakes. Get an inside look at how Coinbase is proactively defending against the latest threats while harnessing AI’s potential for growth.
Jeff Lunglhofer
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Coinbase
10:40 AM - 11:20 AM GMT
Panel Discussion – Building Better Blockchain Technologies For More Sustainable Business
- Discover how blockchain’s transparency and traceability are reshaping consumer expectations and driving enterprises to adopt eco-conscious practices from the very beginning to the end of a product’s life.
- Explore the transformative power of blockchain beyond technology, as it acts as a catalyst for fostering positive behaviours and ethical decision-making within enterprises.
- Sharing actionable insights on how businesses, consumers, and communities can leverage blockchain to support green initiatives, reduce waste, and ensure responsible consumption, creating a harmonious relationship between technology and the environment.
Alastair Marke
Director General
Blockchain & Climate Institute
Alex Van Hulle
Chief Technology Officer
Redlight Finance
Joel Curado
Managing Director, Business Development
Casper Labs
Steve Woodward
Global Head of Blockchain Strategy
Anglo American
Vikram Seth
Blockchain Product Innovation Manager
Shell
11:20 AM - 11:50 AM GMT
Keynote – Blockchain for Secure IoT and AI Transactions: Real-World Implementations
Dissect the synergy between blockchain and IoT and AI, emphasising the impact on secure transactions for businesses to realise the opportunities these technologies present
Key takeaways:
– Showcase how blockchain enhances IoT transactions’ and AI security.
– Highlight practical applications of blockchain in securing IoT and AI transactions across industries as part of the emerging economy of things.
– Emphasize blockchain’s role in ensuring data integrity and the potential link between IoT data and AI Large Language Models and the wider data economy.
David Palmer
CPO Pairpoint by Vodafone IoT and Web3 Platform
Vodafone
11:55 AM - 12:40 PM GMT
Panel Discussion – Navigating AI Ethics in Blockchain Technologies
Experts will discuss the ethical considerations surrounding AI algorithms used in blockchain applications, such as data privacy, transparency, and algorithmic fairness. Through insightful discussions and real-world examples, we’ll navigate the ethical challenges and opportunities inherent in deploying AI within blockchain systems. Join us as we explore strategies for responsibly navigating this evolving landscape and fostering ethical AI practices in blockchain technologies.
Rebecca Fontana
Reporter, Producer & Host
CoinGeek
Kristopher Klaich
Policy Director
Chamber of Digital Commerce
Daniel Pietrzykoski
Technical Strategy & Product Innovation – Blockchain & Program Management
Johnson & Johnson
Wei Zhang
Research Director
NChain
Kerstin Eimers
Global Web3
Deutsche Telekom
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM GMT
Keynote – The Transformative Nature of Web3/Blockchain – Why Paperless Trade is the Future of Global Supply Chains
In this keynote, Dale Chrystie, Blockchain Strategist at FedEx, will explore how digital technologies like blockchain and AI are revolutionising global supply chains by enhancing transparency, efficiency, and security and why it will take a pro-competitive global village (a ‘coopetition’) to scale these technologies.
Dale Chrystie
Business Fellow, Blockchain/Web3 Strategist
FedEx
1:20 PM - 2:05 PM GMT
Panel Discussion – Looking Ahead: Innovations and Trends in Blockchain and AI
In this panel discussion, learn what’s shaping the future of blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI). The panelists will provide insights into how these two transformative technologies will continue to evolve and intersect. Understand the possibilities that lie ahead and discuss the next wave of innovations shaping the landscape of blockchain and AI.
Anchor Chan
CEO
TokenMinds
Andrea Prazakova
Former SVP
Mastercard Foundry EEMEA
Pankhuri Bansal
Blockchain Expert
United Nations & LTO Network
Rodolfo Quijano
Head of Tech Lab
Henkel
2:10 PM - 2:40 PM GMT
Keynote – Harnessing AI for the Future of Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
This keynote session explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in shaping the future of decentralized finance (DeFi). It will highlight how AI algorithms can optimise DeFi protocols, enhance risk management, and automate decision-making processes. From predictive analytics to personalised financial services, learn how AI-driven innovations are revolutionising the landscape of decentralised finance.
Alex Nascimento
Managing Director
7CC – Blockchain Investment
2:45 PM - 2:55 PM GMT
Closing Remarks
Duncan MacRae
Editor in Chief
TechForge Media