The Orbis86: The Future of Tech – Web3 x AI event, which took place on October 7th, 2024, as part of #SFTechWeek, was an extraordinary evening that explored the frontiers of Web3 and AI innovation. With Hedera and GNUS.AI serving as our Title Sponsors and HomeBridge providing the Venue Sponsor, this event highlighted the forefront of decentralized technologies and AI advancements. Our Co-Host, OffChain Global, contributed their expertise in developing Web3 communities, creating a truly engaging atmosphere.
The event commenced with Panel 1: “Web3 Horizons: Beyond the Hype”, showcasing a distinguished group of industry leaders. Soniya Ahuja, the Founder & CEO of Orbis86, led this enlightening conversation regarding the transformative capabilities of Web3 infrastructure. Meanwhile, Michael Heinrich, Co-founder & CEO of 0G Labs, examined the decentralized economies that are reshaping the tech sphere. Benjamin Miller, Sr. Director of Partner Marketing at SKALE Labs, explored scalable blockchain solutions, and Sanjeev Birari, Co-founder & CBO of Zoniqx, shared strategies for scaling. Additionally, Kenneth Hurley, CEO & Co-founder of Genius Ventures, provided visionary insights, steering the dialogue from hype to the tangible effects of decentralized systems.
Following that, Panel 2: “Leading the Charge: Women Innovators in Emerging Tech”, highlighted the pioneering women driving the future of technology. Shoba Viswanath, Investor & Advisor at Liadlaw & Company, discussed trends propelling venture investments in the sector, while Ankita Sancheti, Founding PM of Key.ai, shed light on the increasing impact of AI. Monette Stephens, Managing Partner of SF Growth Capital, addressed the critical role of growth in emerging technologies, and Preethy Padmanabhan, VP of Marketing at Bidgely, emphasized the significance of AI in promoting sustainability. The discussion was skillfully moderated by Ken Nim, Core Organizer of OffChain Global, ensuring a vibrant exchange of ideas.
About Sponsors:
- Hedera, our Title Sponsor – is an open-source, leaderless proof-of-stake public ledger. The robust Hedera ecosystem is developed by a global community and governed by a diverse council composed of industry-leading organizations, such as abrdn, Avery Dennison, Boeing, Chainlink Labs, COFRA Holding, DBS Bank, Dell Technologies, Dentons, Deutsche Telekom, DLA Piper, EDF (Électricité de France), eftpos, FIS (WorldPay), Google, Hitachi, IBM, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), LG Electronics, The London School of Economics (LSE), Magalu, Nomura Holdings, ServiceNow, Shinhan Bank, Standard Bank Group, Swirlds, Tata Communications, Ubisoft, University College London (UCL), Wipro, and Zain Group.
- GNUS.AI, another Title Sponsor – is a corporation that invests in innovative ideas. Their first initiative is in the cryptocurrency sector with the launch of the GNUS A.I. Processing Crypto Token. Genius (GNUS) tokens form the foundation of a patented blockchain and software architecture. The primary GNUS token operates as a multi-chain asset that facilitates decentralized GPU utilization, also known as DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks).
- HomeBridge, our Venue Sponsor – has set the standard for high-quality, compassionate, in-home and community-based care in San Francisco for nearly four decades, supporting individuals eligible for In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS). Homebridge is committed to fostering a highly skilled caregiver workforce, offering online and in-person training throughout California. Their personalized home care services and expert educational programs effectively bridge the divide across healthcare, behavioral health, housing supportive services, and social services delivery.
The success of the event was made possible by the generous support of our Co-Host, OffChain, along with our Event Partners: Langrenus Fund, Synexis.io, OnePieceLabs.xyz, and a special mention to our Media Partners: Crypto.news, BlockChain Reporter, Bitcoin World, Cryptopoliton, CoinPedia, Voice of Crypto, CoinSpeaker, TUA Crypto, Trade Base, Crypto News Bulls (CNB), Crypto Tion, The Bit Crypto, Crypto Craze, Coin Zebro, Bitcoin All, Crypto Papers, Lucky Coiner, Bitcoin Insider, Blockzeit, who helped ensure our insights reached a broad audience in the industry.
With Orbis86 leading the way, The Future of Tech – Web3 x AI became more than just a conversation—it epitomized a vision for the future. We are thrilled to have equipped participants with actionable insights and meaningful onboarding experiences in Web3 and AI, paving the path for ongoing innovation.
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