Tuesday 11th June 2024

Today’s Highlights

The last day of Proof of Talk! 

It was a jam-packed schedule at the Musée Arts Décoratifs at Louvre Palace, which began with a day one recap (you can find the wrap-up here).

And it ended in true Proof of Talk style with an insightful closing followed by an investor dinner.

Want to see what today looked like? Find snapshots here.

Don’t forget to use #PoT24 on social media.

Session Highlights

Europe’s role in blockchain innovation

•   Tim Grant, CEO, Deus X Capital

•   Leon Marshall, CEO, Galaxy Europe

•   Marguerite De Tavernost, Investment Director, Cathay Ledger Fund

•   Dr. Martin Hock, Editor, FAZ

 

As a hub of cutting-edge research and progressive regulation, Europe is pioneering the path towards a decentralized future, driving blockchain technology to new heights of efficiency and trust. To achieve these goals transparency is crucial, according to the panelists.

Tim Grant, CEO, Deus X Capital: "Europe’s steady progress in the crypto space showcases the potential of a regulated, growth-focused approach to emerging technologies."

Leon Marshall, CEO, Galaxy Europe: "Education is crucial for our political and regulatory systems. It's not about left or right; it's about equipping leaders with the knowledge to navigate the digital asset landscape.“

Bringing the Fastest Verifiable Intelligence to Web3 

 

On-chain AI combines the strengths of blockchain technology and artificial intelligence, offering enhanced security, transparency, data integrity, and privacy, while fostering innovation and efficiency in various applications. Jeremy Ning, Co-Founder, Aizel Network held a workshop about On-chain AI and the advantages, visions, innovations and future behind the technology. 

 

Jeremy Ning, Co-Founder, Aizel Network: „There is an extreme lack of verifiable AI co-processing workflow including inference and execution. But if we manage to solve the key challenges, we will benefit from the security and immutability of blockchain records, which ultimately leads to enhanced security standards.“  

 

Stitching the Future: Blockchain's Impact on Fashion

 

Romain Carrere, CEO, Aura Blockchain Consortium
Nova Lorraine, Founder, House of Nova
Blake Lezenski, Partner Program Director, Outlier Ventures
Mireille Pacquet, ESMOD Fashion Business Web3 Advisor

 

The panel highlighted the work many leading fashion brands have been doing with Web3, from NFTs to using the blockchain for traceability of supply chains.

 

Romain Carrere, CEO, Aura Blockchain Consortium: “The luxury industry has the opportunity to strengthen the main idea and the exclusivity behind luxury products by providing digital authenticity certificates for all products. For example OTB group announced recently they will integrate all products from their esteemed brands JIL SANDER, Maison Margiela, and Marni into our Blockchain. This milestone marks the full integration of blockchain registration into our production processes, with NFC chips embedded in every garment and accessory. With over 1.2 million products already certified, we aim to reach an annual rate of 1.5 million as this process becomes standardized. This remarkable scale of adoption sets new standards for transparency and innovation, showcasing the transformative power of blockchain in enhancing the luxury experience."

 

Proof of Pitch Winner Announcement

 

In a revolutionary departure from traditional pitch competitions, Proof of Pitch combined cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence insights with the strategic prowess of the world’s leading Web3 VCs to find the best startups in Web3.

 

The 13 finalists presented their business models during Proof of Talk. In cooperation with MulitversX, Pantera, Borderless, Binance Labs, X Ventures, Flow Traders, Nexera, Spartan Group, Greenfield Capital, Cointelegraph, Acceleration, MC, Arrington Capital and Animoca Brands the winner has been chosen.

 

The top three were the cross-lending interoperability provider Soul, the Cambridge-based AI startup Assisterr and usual RWA bridge for DeFi liquidity. The winner of the big prize with a total value of 1 Million Euros is Soul.

 

Proof of Talk POV

This is what Zohair Dehnadi, CEO of X Ventures, the organizing company behind Proof of Talk, had to say about today! Feel free to use in your coverage:

“The second and last day was so much fun and full of thought-provoking discussions. Most of these were around what’s next, and how to innovate and build towards the future. We’ve really created a forum for a wide range of leaders in Web3, from TradFi companies, to fashion brands, to those working on the pipes, infrastructures, and technologies that are essential to Web3 living up to its promise. A big thanks to all our partners, sponsors, and everyone who came joined us for these unforgettable two days.”