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Beyond Centralization: Exploring a New Era at the World Blockchain Summit

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The first day of the 29th global edition World Blockchain Summit concluded in Dubai, marked by a surge in enthusiasm for the technology’s future in the MENA region. Hosted at the JW Marriott Hotel Marina, the two-day event brought together industry leaders and innovators, highlighting the seamless integration of blockchain solutions into real-world scenarios.

Despite the challenge due to weather conditions in Dubai, the event attendance was remarkable with its turnout, sparking lively discussions, setting a dynamic course for blockchain’s evolution in the MENA region. True to its reputation, the Summit assembled prominent thinkers and showcased groundbreaking ideas. It provided an unrivaled space for attendees to learn, connect, and forge strategic partnerships.

Day one was marked by rich dialogue, inspiring keynote addresses, and forward-thinking ideas poised to expedite the adoption of crucial blockchain trends across vital economic sectors including finance and supply chain management.

In an inspiring opening address, Naveen Bharadwaj, Trescon’s Group CEO, kicked off the summit with a warm welcome, prepping the audience for an immersive exploration of Web3 and the key issues defining the blockchain world

Wolfgang Grabher, Founder, CEO and Chairman, SUN AG, delivered a keynote on how blockchain technology is revolutionizing the food industry. Addressing how 100 per cent token burn gives you food for free while also shining the spotlight on how falling token prices can be a good thing.

The day also featured a compelling panel discussion on decentralized finance (DeFi), led by Maha Al-Saadi, Head of Regulatory Affairs, QFC Financial Services Sector. The discussion focused on DeFi’s transformative impact on the financial sector and the integration of blockchain technology into its development. Panelists including Neeraj Khandelwal, Co-founder of CoinDCX & Okto; Talal Tabbaa, CEO & Co-Founder of Coin MENA; and Bandar Altunisi, Head of Development for Binance in Saudi Arabia, Head of Institutional Relationships for Binance Dubai (FZE), Binance, explored the synergy between DeFi and traditional finance systems.

A highlight of the day was a lively panel debate titled ‘Crypto Payments Evolution: Charting the Course Through Latest Innovations.’, led by Kevin Soltani, CEO, GIMA group. The discussion focused on the rise of stablecoins while examining the rapid advancements in blockchain interoperability solutions in enabling seamless communication and data transfer between networks. Panelist Jehanzeb Awan, Chairman, Crypto & Blockchain Association, Middle East, Africa & Asia; Miriam Kiwan, Vice President of MEA, the issuer of leading regulated stablecoin, USDC. Circle; Reece Merrick, Managing Director, Middle East & Africa. Ripple, explored the role of CBDCs in reshaping the future of payments.

“We’re excited to bring together leading blockchain minds for another edition of the World Blockchain Summit, shaping the future of the industry.” said Naveen Bharadwaj, CEO of Trescon, “The Summit showcased Dubai’s role as a breeding ground for innovation, driving global blockchain adoption.”

With Day 1 wrapping up successfully, anticipation builds for what Day 2 will unveil. For more details on the World Blockchain Summit, please visit: https://www.worldblockchainsummit.com/

The 29th edition of the World Blockchain Summit is supported by:

Strategic Partners – DIFC Innovation Hub , Dubai AI & Web3 Campus

Co-Host – Sun Minimeal

After Party Sponsor – Floxypay

Gold Sponsors – Cardano Foundation , Medifakt, Crypto2Cash, Anbruggen, Bitflex

Silver Sponsors- Kreation, Coingames, Reat Capital, ACM Finance , Website AI, Vision Chain

Lanyard Sponsor- M2

Badge Sponsor – Ledn

Lunch Sponsor – Payper

Bronze Sponsor- BitGo, M2 , Block Convey, Genesis Digital Assets , Hedge , Golfin, Build-AI

Pitch Partners – Reat Capital , soukcola , MeAI , Zherpa , FidesInnova Labs, Pentagon Games

Exhibitors- DSQ Solutions , Reltime, Qoneqt , C# Corner , Islamic Dinar, Technoloader, Verichains, Vault, Ecotrader.io, Ideofuzion, NuChain, LCX

Official Accommodation Partner- HotelPlanner

Ecosystem Partner – Entrepreneur Media

Business Broadcast Partner – CNBC Arabia

Official Newspaper Partner- The Fintech Times

Official Digital PR Distribution Partner – ZEX PR Wire

ABM Partner- Demandify

Association Partners- Crypto and Blockchain Association, Blockchain Council, Asia Web3 Alliance Japan, European Blockchain Association

Prime Media Partner- Demandteq

Community Partner – Hyperledger Foundation, THE DIGITAL CHAMBER

About World Blockchain Summit (WBS)

World Blockchain Summit (WBS) is an event by Trescon that supports the growth of the blockchain, crypto and Web3 ecosystem globally.

WBS is the world’s longest-running blockchain, crypto, and web 3-focused summit series. Since our inception in 2017, we have hosted more than 20 editions in 11 countries as we strived to create the ultimate networking and deal flow platform for the Web3 ecosystem. Each edition brings together global leaders and emerging startups in the space, including investors, developers, IT leaders, entrepreneurs, government authorities, and others.

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Shadi Dawi

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shadi@tresconglobal.com

+971 55 498 4989

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KUN confirmed as Primary Exhibition Sponsor of Hong Kong Web3 Festival

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January 21, 2025

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As a global pioneer in the payments industry, KUN is proud to participate as a sponsor at Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025, joining Web3 users, industry leaders, and technology experts from around the world to discuss the future of blockchain technology and digital payments. As a sponsor for the second consecutive year, we look forward to sharing KUN’s practical experience and innovative achievements in Web2+Web3 cross-border payment solutions. We are also eager to engage with partners from various sectors to explore new opportunities that empower the global economy.

KUN (KUN.global) is an innovative digital payment technology company based in Hong Kong and Singapore, built on Web2+Web3 payment licenses and compliance systems. Its business spans emerging markets in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. The company primarily provides secure, convenient, and efficient one-stop digital payment solutions for enterprises and individual clients in cross-border trade, overseas services, and the Web3 industry. KUN is dedicated to building the next-generation global digital payment network for the future.

KUN has developed three core product lines: 

  1. KUN.crypto: The Stablecoin Payment and Management Platform
  2. PayX: The One-Stop Payment Service Provider for Emerging Markets
  3. K-Card: Your Reliable Card Solutions Partner

KUN depends on technological innovation and compliance, empowering businesses to tackle the challenges of cross-border payments and digital asset management while driving the healthy development of the industry.

We look forward to seeing you at Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025 and embarking together on an exciting journey toward the future of Web3!

KUN：https://www.kun.global/

Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025: https://www.web3festival.org/hongkong2025/?lang=zh#/en

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MAGAVERSE Shakes the Crypto World with $1M Donation to Trump-Endorsed Organizations

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January 16, 2025

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MAGAVERSE, the trailblazing memecoin project, has made history with a stunning $1,000,000 donation to organizations endorsed by former President Donald Trump. The donation, aimed at supporting MAGA initiatives and advancing the cause of freedom, has positioned MAGAVERSE as a serious player in both the cryptocurrency world and the political landscape.

This bold move matches the $1,000,000 contributions from industry leaders like Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos, sending a powerful message of gratitude and dedication from the MAGAVERSE community.

“It was important to our MAGAVERSE community that we put our money where our mouth is,” said Lee Hutchinson, community leader of MAGAVERSE. “This was our way of saying thank you to a man who has not only saved America but also championed crypto’s future.”

The impact of this donation has been felt far and wide, as MAGAVERSE has garnered national attention and earned a special place in Washington D.C.’s prestigious events this week. Members of the MAGAVERSE team are attending inaugural galas and official balls as special guests, further solidifying their reputation as key players in the crypto and political spheres.

“They are the talk of the town,” a prominent DC insider commented. “Meme coins have traditionally been underestimated, but MAGAVERSE’s $1M donation has changed the narrative. People are now recognizing the influence and vision of this innovative group.”

A Bright Future for $MVRS

The official ticker for MAGAVERSE, $MVRS, is experiencing newfound momentum as MAGA influencers and crypto enthusiasts flock to join the project. With whispers of major announcements on the horizon, the MAGAVERSE core team has hinted at exciting developments that promise to reshape the community and expand its reach.

This milestone donation demonstrates the growing impact of the MAGAVERSE community and the project’s commitment to both political and financial innovation. As the nation watches, MAGAVERSE continues to prove that meme coins are more than a trend – they are a force to be reckoned with.

For more information about MAGAVERSE, visit https://mvrs.wtf/. 

Follow their journey on social media at:

Twitter: https://x.com/mvrs

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Paul CHAN Mo-po, Vitalik Buterin among the Top Speakers at Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025

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January 16, 2025

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Hong Kong Web3 Festival today announced the first-round speaker lineup for its upcoming 2025 edition, which will take place from 6 to 9 April, 2025. The event will bring together representatives from a broad range of experts and leaders in the Web3 space, including:

Paul CHAN Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

Vitalik Buterin, Co-founder, Ethereum

XIAO Feng, Chairman, Wanxiang Blockchain; Chairman and CEO, HashKey Group

Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation Constituency), Hong Kong

David Bailey, CEO, Bitcoin Magazine

Genki Oda, Chairman, Japan Virtual and Crypto assets Exchange Association

Lily Liu, President, Solana Foundation

Sreeram Kannan, CEO, EigenLabs

Smokey Bera, Co-founder, Berachain

John Patrick Mullin, CEO, Mantra

Alexander Pack, Managing Partner, Hack VC

Lasse Clausen, Founding Partner, 1kx

Keywolf, Partner and CPO, SlowMist

Blue, Partner and CTO, SlowMist

Rita Liu, CEO, RD Technologies

Devon Sin, Alternate Chief Executive, ZA Bank

YU Chen, Chief Advisor, 鲲KUN

Michael, Co-founder, Brevis

Alex Rawitz, Co-founder, DIMO

Bugra Celik, Director of Digital Assets, HSBC

Stanley Huo, Partner & Head of Asia, Hivemind Capital

Terence Kwok, Founder and CEO, Humanity Protocol

Tetsuya Sanada, CEO, BlockSmith & Co.

David Lee, Chairman, Global FinTech Institute

Hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Labs and HashKey Group and organized by W3ME, Hong Kong Web3 Festival is Asia’s premiere crypto gathering that convenes the world’s smartest minds in the Web3 and crypto space. Its previous editions, which took place in April 2023 and 2024, brought together over 250 exhibitors, more than 800 speakers, 80,000 visitors and 300 side events.

The Web3 Festival 2025 has forged a strategic alliance with the region’s trade statutory body, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). Furthermore, the event has revealed an impressive lineup of 2025 sponsors so far, including:

Title: OKX Web3

Platinum: CKB Eco Fund, SlowMist

Gold: Alchemy Pay, Beyond Gaming Labs, OneKey

Primary: Google Cloud, Hotcoin, 鲲KUN

Secondary: CertiK

Tertiary: Fufuture, Keyblock Solutions, MoneyCollect, PingCap

Knowledge: Brevis

Open Stage: Primecoin

The conference will feature keynote speeches, fireside chat, and panel discussions across various forums, including PayFi session hosted by the host together with RD Technologies, DePIN session by Arkreen, Bitcoin session by CKB Eco Fund, Crypto Finance Forum 2025 by MetaEra, Web3 Security and Compliance Session by SlowMist, Web3 Scholars Conference 2025 by DRK Lab, and more.

Taking an area of over 14,000㎡at the iconic HKCEC, which is 1.5 times larger than previous ones, the conference will create an ideal networking and learning environment, with regular conference areas and exhibition spaces embracing professionals, investors, enthusiasts, and leading projects worldwide who will delve into the latest progress, solutions, trends, and policies in Web3 and crypto.

$399 tickets are available for grabs now! Secure a spot at this fabulous gathering to meet industry leaders and professionals: https://www.web3festival.org/hongkong2025/#/en

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