TRON DAO Joins Global Community at TOKEN2049 Singapore Event

Key Takeaways

As a Title Sponsor at TOKEN2049, TRON DAO focused on the importance of blockchain security.
The event showcased Asia’s vital influence in the realm of blockchain innovation.

Geneva, Switzerland – September 26, 2024 – TRON DAO collaborated with the global blockchain community as a Title Sponsor at TOKEN2049 in Singapore, the world’s largest Web3 conference hosted at Marina Bay Sands. During the event, Dave Uhryniak, Community Spokesperson at the TRON DAO, delivered an enlightening keynote highlighting TRON’s dedication to enhancing blockchain security. TRON DAO also strengthened its influence by partnering with key industry players for significant events, including an exclusive afterparty co-hosted with HTX DAO, sponsored by Google Cloud, The Block, ChainGPT, among other industry leaders. Moreover, TRON DAO acted as an official supporter for Google Cloud’s “AI and Web3: Building a Trusted Digital Future” and Crypto Fight Night (CFN) Offchain Singapore. TRON’s founder, Justin Sun, provided opening remarks at all three sessions, underscoring TRON’s ambition in shaping the future of Web3.

TOKEN2049 serves as a leading global conference series where pivotal decision-makers from the crypto ecosystem converge to share insights, foster collaboration, and outline the industry’s future. The event assembled industry visionaries, innovators, and noteworthy cultural figures, all gathering in Asia’s economic center to deliberate on the future trajectory for growth and development in the digital assets space. The gathering attracted an international audience, emphasizing Asia’s essential role in advancing innovation within the blockchain and Web3 domains.

Keynote by TRON DAO Community Spokesperson

Dave Uhryniak, Community Spokesperson at the TRON DAO, imparted a significant keynote titled “TRON’s Global Initiative to Enhance Trust and Security through the T3 FCU.” He disclosed that TRON, Tether, and TRM Labs have united to form the T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU), a pioneering initiative that aims to foster public-private partnerships to address illicit activities associated with USDT transactions on the TRON blockchain. This groundbreaking collaboration merges TRM Labs’ anti-financial crime expertise, TRON’s technical knowledge, and the investigative capacity of Tether, the leading entity in the digital assets sector, to cultivate a safer and more secure cryptocurrency environment.

TOKEN2049 Afterparty

TRON DAO organized an afterparty co-hosted with HTX DAO, supported by Google Cloud, The Block, ChainGPT, and other prominent industry figures. In his opening address, Sun shared his vision for Web3’s future, highlighting the remarkable advancements within the sector. This event seamlessly blended innovation with entertainment, offering live music backed by a DJ, alongside three hours of complimentary cocktails, snacks, and light bites. Guests were invited to take part in lucky prize draws and received a range of giveaways. The night encapsulated a spirit of unity and progressive innovation, leaving a memorable impact on all attendees.

Google Cloud’s “AI and Web3: Building a Trusted Digital Future”

TRON DAO took a prominent role as an official supporter at Google Cloud’s prestigious event “AI and Web3: Building a Trusted Digital Future.” At this exclusive gathering, Sun delivered a persuasive opening address, shedding light on the transformative capabilities of merging AI with Web3 technologies. He emphasized that the harmonization of artificial intelligence and decentralized blockchain networks signifies a new wave of innovation, fostering trust and paving the way for a more secure and inclusive digital landscape. This event highlighted TRON DAO’s commitment to promoting collaboration across various sectors and spearheading initiatives that will shape the trajectory of Web3.

Crypto Fight Night (CFN) Offchain Singapore

TRON DAO was a key supporter of CFN, an innovative global boxing tournament that intersperses the thrill of combat sports with cryptocurrency developments. Sun, in his opening remarks, drew a compelling parallel between the fighters’ resilience and the tenacity of builders within the TRON ecosystem, emphasizing the necessity of pushing limits in both fields. He praised CFN for integrating fighting sports with blockchain technology and acknowledged one of the fighters, a committed TRON community member named Travis, who represented TRON at the event. Sun commended his dedication and influence in advancing the TRON ecosystem, highlighting his impressive victory, which resonated as a proud win for both himself and the TRON community.

TOKEN2024 represented a vibrant amalgamation of innovation and collaboration, with TRON DAO at the forefront. TRON DAO’s involvement reaffirmed its dedication to empowering communities and fostering inclusivity while solidifying its leadership role in promoting advancements within the blockchain realm.

About TRON DAO

TRON DAO is a community-driven DAO focused on accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications (dApps).

Established in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON network has consistently showcased impressive milestones since launching its MainNet in May 2018. July 2018 also marked the strategic integration of BitTorrent, a forerunner in decentralized Web3 services with over 100 million monthly active users. The TRON network has experienced remarkable growth over recent years. As of September 2024, it has surpassed 258 million total user accounts on the blockchain, completed more than 8 billion transactions, and achieved over $20 billion in total value locked (TVL), as reported by TRONSCAN.

Additionally, TRON boasts the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin globally, surpassing USDT on Ethereum since April 2021. The TRON network achieved full decentralization in December 2021 and now operates as a community-centric DAO. Most recently, in October 2022, TRON was appointed as the national blockchain for the Commonwealth of Dominica, marking a historic collaboration where a major public blockchain has allied with a sovereign nation to develop its blockchain infrastructure. The government also endorsed the issuance of Dominica Coin (“DMC”), a blockchain-based fan token aimed at promoting Dominica’s international recognition; furthermore, seven existing TRON-based tokens – TRX, BTT, NFT, JST, USDD, USDT, and TUSD – have received statutory recognition as authorized digital currency and means of exchange in the nation.