Korea Blockchain Week 2024: Paving the Way for the Future of Blockchain

The seventh edition of Korea Blockchain Week 2024 (KBW2024), which is co-hosted by HASHED and founded and hosted by FACTBLOCK, will take place in Seoul, Korea from September 1–7, 2024. As part of this week-long festival, the primary two-day conference, “KBW2024: IMPACT,” will take place on September 3–4, 2024, at the Seoul Grand Walkerhill Hotel. KBW: IMPACT is known for presenting the most recent developments in blockchain technology, and it will include an amazing lineup of thought leaders and industry experts.

Keynote speakers at previous IMPACT events included Vitalik Buterin, the founder of Ethereum, Sandy Peng of Scroll Tech, Sandeep Nailwal of Polygon Labs, Jang Hyun-kook of WeMade, Arthur Hayes of BitMEX, Dan Held of Trust Machines, Pascal Gauthier of Ledger, Sergei Nazarov of Chainlink, and more prominent figures. Each of them contributed a plethora of expertise and knowledge, providing priceless insights into the rapidly developing field of blockchain technology.

KBW: IMPACT will deliver in-depth analyses of the future of the industry by concentrating on key blockchain topics such as tech stack, infrastructure development, and cultural engagement. Anticipate lively debates, keynote addresses, and interactive Web3 experiences. The Web2 to Web3 shift will be covered in key presentations, with a focus on finance and blockchain integration.

The CEO of FACTBLOCK, Seon-ik Jeon, highlights that the blockchain technology is at a turning point when innovation is certain to occur.

The CEO stated:

“This year’s KBW: IMPACT will be an important moment for discussing not only the future of blockchain technology but also how Korea can lead the way in this innovation by reflecting on the progress made to date, and is expected to make a significant contribution to exploring Korea’s role and potential in the global market.” – Seon-ik Jeon, CEO of FACTBLOCK.

Simon Kim, CEO and Managing Partner of HASHED, emphasizes KBW’s standing as a significant tech event that unites the Web3 industries in Asia and the West.

Simon stated:

“By now it’s clear that this event is more than just a conference; it’s a beacon for blockchain innovation. Here, we bridge the gap between Asia’s Web3 scene and the global tech community. It’s an opportunity to celebrate our progress and envision a future where blockchain technology is seamlessly integrated into every aspect of our digital world.”

KBW2024: IMPACT will investigate a range of blockchain-related topics via its central themes, including institutional engagement and the adoption of digital assets. These include sharing consumer-facing applications like DeFi and socialFi projects, analyzing traditional finance’s integration and sentiment with blockchain, exploring cultural development in human society through Web3 products like NFTs and blockchain games, investigating the newest trends in blockchain infrastructure development, talking with researchers about technology-centric subjects, and offering Web3-specific business insights.

KBW2024: IMPACT offers an improved conference experience with a wide range of interactive features and a larger selection of exhibits. Through a variety of Web3 products, games, and artwork shown around the arena, attendees may fully immerse themselves in an immersive and dynamic experience.

KBW, which was established in 2018, has grown into a worldwide blockchain and Web3 event that combines cultural experiences with industrial insights. The premier event of KBW, IMPACT, provides a forum for experts and novices in the field to participate in thought-provoking conversations and networking, promoting blockchain and Web3 innovation worldwide. Over 30,000 people attended KBW2023 last year, including important events like IMPACT, The Gateway: Korea, and Micro Seoul: SeoulBound.