ABS2024, a landmark technology summit powered by BlockTempo, is set to take place from August 6-8 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. The summit will focus on Blockchain, AI, and the Future of Governance, hosting several major conferences including Web3 Game Con, The Open Summit, and the Plurality Summit. These events will bring together leaders and innovators to discuss critical topics like decentralized society, digital democracy, and the future of distributed power.
Taiwan has been recognized as a significant player in the technology sector. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang recently highlighted the island's crucial role in the AI and computing revolution. This technological prowess is supported by policies that foster collaboration among Web3 builders and founders. For instance, in 2023, stablecoin issuer Circle partnered with Taiwan FamilyMart and BitoGroup to launch a "Points-to-Crypto" service, making cryptocurrencies more accessible to the public.
Stan Shih, Co-Founder of ACER, will be a notable speaker at ABS2024, discussing how Taiwan can advance in digital creativity and the arts through digital assets. ASUS Metaverse will also have a significant presence, showcasing their latest Web3 innovations. A key highlight of the summit will be the unveiling of the Blockchain Roadmap by Far Eastern International Bank on August 8, emphasizing Taiwan's pivotal role in tech and finance. Jacklyn Tsai, Honorary Chairwoman of Taiwan FinTech Association, will discuss recent developments in finance.
According to Ju Chun Ko, a legislator from Taiwan's Legislative Yuan, the country's progress in regulation and nurturing technical talent and the crypto industry positions it as a global leader in semiconductors, AI, and decentralization in the Web3 era. "Taiwan is the heart of Asia's blockchain industry," Ko stated.
ABS2024 will feature an impressive lineup of speakers, including Vitalik Buterin, founder of Ethereum; Audrey Tang, Taiwan's first Digital Minister; Glen Weyl, founder of Plurality Institute; Hester Pierce, U.S. SEC Commissioner; Steve Yun, TON Foundation President; Lily Liu, Solana Foundation President; and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, actor known for '500 Days of Summer' and 'Inception'. This lineup underscores the summit's importance as a global magnet for technology talent and innovation.
The ABS2024 summit is expected to attract over 15,000 attendees from more than 65 countries, reflecting the growing global interest in Taiwan as a leading center for Web3 innovation. The event serves as a platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and networking among key players ranging from Fortune 500 companies to startups in the rapidly evolving global blockchain ecosystem.
With Taiwan's strategic focus on fostering technological advancements and its open policy towards Web3, the ABS2024 summit is set to further cement the island's position as a hub for innovation and a leader in the global tech landscape.
