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Event Keynotes

Sarah Schwartz - Building Web2-Style Privacy Into Web3

Sarah Schwartz - Building Web2-Style Privacy Into Web3

1. Mental Shift Required for Web3 Sarah emphasized the mental shift that developers need to undergo when transitioning from Web2 to Web3. In Web2, developers might feel assured of data privacy controls, whereas, in Web3, they frequently face the reality that transparency comes at the cost of privacy. This means

Namik Muduroglu - Centralize Block Production for the Execution Layer

Namik Muduroglu - Centralize Block Production for the Execution Layer

1. Emphasis on Centralized Block Production Namik highlighted the concept of centralized block production paired with decentralized block validation, proposing that this model is necessary for achieving better performance in blockchain systems. He pointed out that traditional blockchains require every node to perform all tasks, which leads to inefficiencies. By

Gordon Liao - Stablecoins on Unstable Chains

Gordon Liao - Stablecoins on Unstable Chains

1. Definition of Stability in Stablecoins Gordon mentioned that the common belief surrounding stable coins is their price stability on exchanges. However, he refutes this by asserting that the true measure of a stablecoin's stability is its ability for one-to-one redemption in fiat currency with the issuer in

Bowen Wang - From Sharded Blockchain to Sharded Smart Contract

Bowen Wang - From Sharded Blockchain to Sharded Smart Contract

1. Sharding as a Scaling Solution Bowen emphasized that sharding is an effective technique for scaling blockchains by dividing the network into different shards. Each shard can process its own unique transactions, allowing for a significant increase in throughput. As Bowen noted, the performance of the network can improve linearly

Ramtin Madani - NoFeeSwap

Ramtin Madani - NoFeeSwap

1. Understanding the Key Formulas Ramtin emphasized the importance of grasping the mathematical principles underlying automated market making (AMM) processes. He referenced well-known formulas like the x*y=k model as foundational to understanding liquidity pools. Recognizing the significance of these equations is crucial for anyone interested in AMMs, as

Isabella Yang - How AI Will Enable the Next Generation of Intent in Web3

Isabella Yang - How AI Will Enable the Next Generation of Intent in Web3

1. Emphasizing the Importance of Intent-Based Interactions Isabella emphasized the significance of understanding "intent" in the context of Web3. She articulated that intent should be concrete and verifiable, differentiating it from vague goals. For instance, a user might express the intent as needing "2,000 USDC at

Aneri Amin - Bringing Creativity, Community, and Culture Onchain

Aneri Amin - Bringing Creativity, Community, and Culture Onchain

1. Culture Drives Technology Adoption Aneri emphasized that technology does not inherently drive adoption; rather, culture plays a crucial role in making it feel inevitable. To effectively bring people onto the on-chain platform, it is essential to cultivate an environment where creativity flourishes, ensuring that individuals can see themselves as