Event Keynotes

1. Bitcoin Dominance at All-Time High Muneeb highlighted the intriguing fact that Bitcoin's dominance is currently at an all-time high of around 65%, even amidst a surge in the number of projects within the crypto industry. This suggests that despite the proliferation of new protocols, Bitcoin is successfully

1. Problem of Centralization in Finance Cindy emphasized that the current state of finance is predominantly centralized, resulting in barriers such as mandatory KYC and excessive information requirements for accessing even basic financial services. She pointed out that the core mission of decentralized finance (DeFi) should be to provide financial

1. Ambitious Target of 1 Million TPS Max emphasized that Anza is committed to reaching an ambitious target of 1 million transactions per second (TPS) by the end of the year. This goal is set high not just for marketing purposes, but as a technical requirement to effectively compete with

1. AI Transformation on the Horizon Emad stated that we are on the brink of an intelligence revolution with the capabilities of AI expanding rapidly. He noted how the intelligence quotient (IQ) of AI systems has dramatically increased from 90 to 120 in just a year, anticipating that this advanced

1. User Experience Dilemmas Kain pointed out a significant dilemma faced by builders in the crypto space: the balance between optimizing user experience and adhering to existing building patterns. He emphasized that many are trapped in conventional frameworks that hinder truly user-friendly experiences. He believes rethinking these patterns is vital

1. Zcash as a Civilizational Innovation Zooko emphasized that Zcash is not just a technological advancement; it represents a global social movement and a civilizational innovation. He articulated that the importance of Zcash extends beyond mere financial transactions, as it aims to restore the traditions of private property and freedom