Seoul, South Korea – June 18th, 2024 – The upcoming Korea Blockchain Week 2024 is set to be Asia’s most impactful blockchain conference, featuring a stellar lineup of sponsors and headline speakers. Sui, a cutting-edge Layer-1 blockchain developed by Mysten Labs, has been named the Official Conference Partner. The event’s Title sponsors are Aptos Foundation and Tron, with Orbs, Flare Network, and Ripple joining as Gold sponsors. A full list of partners, including Silver, Bronze, and Copper sponsors, can be found on KBW’s official website.
Evan Cheng, Co-Founder & CEO of Mysten Labs, expressed excitement about the event, stating, “Korea Blockchain Week brings together the brightest minds and leaders in technology to explore and promote blockchain technology. With Sui’s presence in the region, we are thrilled to be part of KBW and contribute to the growth of crypto in Asia.”
The conference boasts an impressive lineup of speakers, including Vitalik Buterin (virtual), Arthur Hayes, Mike Belshe, and many more. New headline speakers announced for KBW2024 include industry heavyweights like Brad Garlinghouse, Richard Teng, Sébastien Borget, and Dominic Williams.
Seon-ik Jeon, CEO of FACTBLOCK, the host of KBW, highlighted the event’s growth over the years, stating, “KBW has become a significant platform for discussions shaping the global Web3 industry. We are delighted to have Sui as the Official Conference Partner, along with other sponsors and speakers who contribute to making this conference a success.”
The seventh edition of Korea Blockchain Week will take place from 1-7 September 2024, with the flagship conference “IMPACT” scheduled for 3-4 September at the Walkerhill Hotels & Resorts in Seoul, South Korea. KBW2024, organized by FACTBLOCK and co-hosted by Hashed, will focus on the convergence of Web2 and Web3, highlighting Asia’s role in driving innovation in the global Web 3 ecosystem.
Simon Kim, CEO of Hashed, emphasized the importance of KBW2024 in bridging East and West in the blockchain industry. He noted that the event will cover trends in Web3 technology, institutional approaches to blockchain, and strategies for market expansion.
KBW2024: IMPACT will feature an Institutional Day focusing on the intersection of traditional finance and decentralized finance, as well as the adoption of blockchain technologies by Web2 companies. Attendees can expect interactive sessions, blockchain-based games, and applications to enhance their experience at the event.
For more information and updates on Korea Blockchain Week 2024, please visit https://koreablockchainweek.com/.
About Korea Blockchain Week:
Founded by FACTBLOCK and co-hosted by Hashed, Korea Blockchain Week is an annual global blockchain and web3 festival held in Seoul, South Korea. The event brings together top industry leaders and communities to exchange insights and experiences in a unique and enriching environment.
