What the crypto is an event to help you understand the world of cryptocurrencies, blockchain & ICOs and what it means for the future. Learn about the technology everyone seems to be talking about, why they are talking about it and how it’s changing the landscape for startups and big business alike. Why does this technology matter and why do so many people have such extreme reactions from over-excited to scared and confused? We’ll help you unpack all the mystique, money, madness and amazing potential around this technology!
Key takeaways:
How do I understand the fundamentals of blockchain?
What is blockchain being used for and what can it be used for?
What are cryptocurrencies and how can they change industries?
What does the new framework of ICOs and cryptocurrencies mean for the VC industry?
Zia is the co-founder & CSO of chozun - a travel & loyalty ecosystem driven by cryptocurrency. Chozun discover, book and access the best destination experiences & services matched to them, earn rewards globally and connect with others who travel like you.
Previously Head of Growth & Product at The Health Consultancy Zia has a wealth of experience in technology across industries including corporates, tech startups, advertising and TV. She has consulted startups and large businesses in Australia, UK & US on their innovation, technology, and strategy. And lead one of the first teams to bring online social media and live TV together as well as being an integral part of a music tech startup that exited to Sony.
She regularly speaks on startups, tech and strategy across Australia, Asia, China & UK. Events Zia has spoken at:
• Blockchain Summit Shanghai • GBC Women’s Entrepreneurship Prize • Conde Nast Influencer Shanghai Event • Dare 2 Dream Workshops • Tech Summit London • Intelligent Digital Innovation HK • F**K Up Nights
Keynote Speech 2
Opportunity and Challenge. What ICO mean to VC and IT industry
Speakers
Wallace Lynch
Founder of Alpha Token
Wallace Lynch, Ph.D.Founder of Alpha Token. Serial entrepreneur, Columbia University Ph.D. , seasoned tech-media expert, startup community connector, founder of HSHub, MenuMeet, JianyueApp, Cofounder of Svinsight, SVAC
Panel Discussion
Speakers
Wallace Lynch
Founder of Alpha Token
Wallace Lynch, Ph.D.Founder of Alpha Token. Serial entrepreneur, Columbia University Ph.D. , seasoned tech-media expert, startup community connector, founder of HSHub, MenuMeet, JianyueApp, Cofounder of Svinsight, SVAC
Zia Word
Co-Founder & CSO of chozun
Zia is the co-founder & CSO of chozun - a travel & loyalty ecosystem driven by cryptocurrency. Chozun discover, book and access the best destination experiences & services matched to them, earn rewards globally and connect with others who travel like you.
Previously Head of Growth & Product at The Health Consultancy Zia has a wealth of experience in technology across industries including corporates, tech startups, advertising and TV. She has consulted startups and large businesses in Australia, UK & US on their innovation, technology, and strategy. And lead one of the first teams to bring online social media and live TV together as well as being an integral part of a music tech startup that exited to Sony.
She regularly speaks on startups, tech and strategy across Australia, Asia, China & UK. Events Zia has spoken at:
• Blockchain Summit Shanghai • GBC Women’s Entrepreneurship Prize • Conde Nast Influencer Shanghai Event • Dare 2 Dream Workshops • Tech Summit London • Intelligent Digital Innovation HK • F**K Up Nights
Chris Zhou
Head of Operations, China at BTC media
Chris is a staff writer for Bitcoin Magazine, the head of China operations for BTC Inc., a blockchain industry observer and a senior interpreter and translator.
Wallace Lynch, Ph.D.Founder of Alpha Token. Serial entrepreneur, Columbia University Ph.D. , seasoned tech-media expert, startup community connector, founder of HSHub, MenuMeet, JianyueApp, Cofounder of Svinsight, SVAC
Zia is the co-founder & CSO of chozun - a travel & loyalty ecosystem driven by cryptocurrency. Chozun discover, book and access the best destination experiences & services matched to them, earn rewards globally and connect with others who travel like you.
Previously Head of Growth & Product at The Health Consultancy Zia has a wealth of experience in technology across industries including corporates, tech startups, advertising and TV. She has consulted startups and large businesses in Australia, UK & US on their innovation, technology, and strategy. And lead one of the first teams to bring online social media and live TV together as well as being an integral part of a music tech startup that exited to Sony.
She regularly speaks on startups, tech and strategy across Australia, Asia, China & UK. Events Zia has spoken at:
• Blockchain Summit Shanghai • GBC Women’s Entrepreneurship Prize • Conde Nast Influencer Shanghai Event • Dare 2 Dream Workshops • Tech Summit London • Intelligent Digital Innovation HK • F**K Up Nights
Chris Zhou
Head of Operations, China at BTC media
Chris is a staff writer for Bitcoin Magazine, the head of China operations for BTC Inc., a blockchain industry observer and a senior interpreter and translator.
Sponsors and Partners
Organizer
chozun
chozun offers lifestyle services and travel experiences for travellers. We handpick the best ‘chozun ones’ AKA providers and match you to the right local business or experience. We’re not just another travel destination company - we’re focused on your personal likes and dislikes - matching you to the perfect choice for you using some pretty neat technology. And to make it more convenient you can book & pay within a few taps.
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Bitcoin Magazine is the oldest and most established source of news, information and expert commentary on Bitcoin, blockchain technology and the digital currency industry. Since 2012, Bitcoin Magazine has provided analysis, research, education and thought leadership at the intersection of finance and technology.
Alpha Token (ATK) is a blockchain currency based on the value of digitized content. It provides a safe and efficient abstract general equivalent to measure the monetary value of all forms of digitized content, and realizes the economic value conversion of the entire intellectual property realm.
ATK provides a complete, effective, efficient and fair content trade platform to all producers, consumers and advertisers.
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