The recent Token2049 event in Dubai has wrapped up, offering numerous insights into the current and future trends of the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors.
Our team member, Fred, has provided a detailed overview of the activities and interactions that marked this gathering:
A standout theme at Token2049 was the AI/DePIN+BTC ecosystem, which attracted considerable attention and participation. The AI/DePIN activities were especially popular, with several events reaching full capacity. There is a growing array of DePIN projects attracting interest from venture capitalists who are keen to explore diverse opportunities within this space. Prominent projects from companies like io.net, Aethir, and Ritual were in attendance, drawing interest from both Eastern and Western VCs and builders.
The BTC ecosystem also showcased significant activities, particularly around BTC Layer 2 solutions and various ecosystem projects. The Chinese community was notably active, representing a significant portion of the attendees, ranging from Mainland China to other regions including Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
The SOL ecosystem was represented with a dedicated booth, where Western builders expressed a bullish outlook.
Exchanges maintained a high profile throughout the event, with Binance hosting continuous Clubhouse events and other platforms like Bitget, HTX, Gate, and more demonstrating their capabilities.
Project representatives primarily from Asia and Europe were encountered frequently, with a notable presence of teams from Italy, Russia, and Southeast Asia. The focus was particularly strong on teams from China, Southeast Asia, and the host region, Dubai.
Highlighting the event, our founder, Matthew Graham, participated in a panel discussion titled "Emerging Markets: Crypto's Next Frontier?" His insights into the future of emerging markets, with a particular focus on the Indian and Chinese sectors, sparked lively discussions and showcased our commitment to understanding and investing in these regions.
Check out our live coverage of the conference here.
Also, here are a couple of clips from the panel, featuring Matty: