My Journey Through India Blockchain Week Conference 2024

Date: December 4–5, 2024

Location: Bengaluru, India

As a technology enthusiast and a staunch advocate for blockchain adoption, my participation in the India Blockchain Week Conference 2024 was a memorable experience filled with thought-provoking conversations, insightful discussions, and inspiring encounters.

I had the privilege of engaging with some of the most influential personalities shaping the blockchain and Web3 ecosystem. From attending panels to networking sessions, here’s a glimpse of the connections I made and the discussions I had:

Key Connections and Discussions

Dilip Chenoy – Chairman, Bharat Web3 Association

At the Unfold2024 Event, I met Mr. Dilip Chenoy, a seasoned leader in the Web3 space. Our discussion revolved around the role of education and community-building in fostering blockchain adoption in India. I shared insights about my community initiative, CampusToCrypto, and how we aim to bridge the gap between Web3 technology and grassroots developers.

Devika Mittal – Regional Head, Ava Labs

During the Avalanche Meetup, I connected with Ms. Devika Mittal. We exchanged ideas about Avalanche’s scalability and developer-friendly infrastructure, emphasizing its potential in gaming NFT marketplaces. As someone deeply involved in the gaming tech stack, I highlighted my work with Unity and Unreal Engine and explored how Avalanche can revolutionize gaming dApps.

Pritam Dutta – Founder, Zoth

Mr. Pritam Dutta’s journey with Zoth stood out as an inspiration. We discussed the intersection of blockchain and AI, focusing on the opportunities for decentralized solutions in education. I drew parallels with my leadership at the EdTech and SkillTech Research Center, emphasizing the importance of skill-based blockchain applications.

Sumit Gupta – CoinDCX

Meeting Mr. Sumit Gupta, the visionary behind CoinDCX, was a highlight of the conference. Our conversation centered around fostering crypto literacy in India. We brainstormed ideas on integrating crypto-based learning modules into CampusToCrypto and the importance of creating trust in the Web3 ecosystem.

Sunil Aggarwal – Author of “Bitcoin Magnet”

As an admirer of his work, I was thrilled to meet Mr. Sunil Aggarwal. We discussed his book and the philosophical underpinnings of Bitcoin. The dialogue veered toward India’s regulatory challenges and how educational institutions can play a role in shaping policy narratives around blockchain.

Avery Ching – Co-founder & CTO, APTOS

Meeting Mr. Avery Ching was a remarkable experience. Known for APTOS’ groundbreaking technology, we discussed the Move programming language and its applicability to gaming ecosystems. Given my Unity expertise, we brainstormed how to onboard game developers to leverage APTOS’ secure and scalable infrastructure.

Joshua Tobkin – Co-Founder & CEO, Supra

Supra’s work on interoperable oracles has always intrigued me. Connecting with Mr. Tobkin was a great opportunity to discuss cross-chain data solutions. I shared my interest in creating blockchain-powered solutions for EdTech certifications, which align well with Supra’s capabilities.

Alex – CMO, Fluence

Fluence’s decentralized cloud solutions opened up fascinating avenues for discussion. Alex and I explored its implications for distributed game servers and secure content delivery, a critical challenge for multiplayer game developers.

Kashif Raza – Founder of Bitinning

As a prominent YouTuber and Web3 advocate, Kashif Raza’s insights were invaluable. Our conversation delved into educational content creation for blockchain and strategies to demystify complex concepts for the general public.

Tsumugiai – AI NFT Artist

Lastly, meeting Tsumugiai was a delightful artistic experience. As an AI NFT artist, her work resonated with my fascination for the confluence of art, technology, and decentralization. We discussed the potential for AI-generated NFTs in reshaping digital art marketplaces.

Proud to share that 50 of our Centurion University students & CampusToCrypto Community members have joined in IBW2024. We are the first Univeristy to have a Stall in IBW conference.

Key Takeaways

1. Collaboration Across Ecosystems: The conference underscored the importance of collaboration between technologists, educators, and policymakers to scale blockchain adoption.

2. Gaming as a Web3 Gateway: With my background in game development, I see gaming as a powerful entry point for users into the Web3 world.

3. Educating the Masses: From technical workshops to accessible YouTube content, spreading blockchain literacy is a shared responsibility.

4. Interoperability is Key: Cross-chain solutions, as highlighted by Supra and Fluence, are pivotal for the future of decentralized applications.

Next Steps

I returned from the conference inspired to further strengthen CampusToCrypto by collaborating with some of these incredible minds. Whether through partnerships or content co-creation, the goal remains the same: empowering communities to embrace Web3 with confidence and creativity.

Stay tuned for updates on how these discussions evolve into actionable outcomes!