World Blockchain Summit - Riyadh

05 to 06 Dec '18
Riyadh, The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Conference / Summit (onsite)
Blockchain
Financial Technology - Fintech

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What is World Blockchain Summit? World Blockchain Summit is a global series of elite gatherings that take place in 15+ destinations across the world. It connects global blockchain gurus and technology players in this space including emerging startups – with regional businesses, government authorities, IT leaders, tech entrepreneurs, investors and blockchain developers. The summit features enterprise use-cases, government use-cases, inspirational keynotes, panel discussions, tech-talks, blockchain exhibition, startup pitch competitions, and a host of networking opportunities. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has displayed their enthusiasm towards blockchain technology by partnering with the biggest names in the industry. The time is now right, to conduct a dedicated blockchain summit in the country, and establish the nation as the ‘Kingdom of Blockchain’. All roads in the middle east are now pointing towards Riyadh. #WBSRiyadh

Key Themes & Topics

CONFERENCE Witness international and regional blockchain experts talk about the pros and cons of adopting these technologies specifically in the Middle East. Be part of panel discussions, tech-talks, fire-side chats; debating on blockchain’s potential to reshape the global financial system. STARTUP EXHIBITION The summit features an exclusive pavilion for blockchain startups from all over the world to showcase their innovative technologies in front of global investors and technology players – helping them to raise funds, secure business development and collaboration opportunities. PITCH COMPETITION The summit gives a unique platform for blockchain startups from all over the world to showcase their innovative technologies in front of global investors and technology players – helping them to raise funds, secure business development and collaboration opportunities. ICO GRAND SLAM ICO Grand Slam is a great platform for those companies who are prepared to launch their ICO and the ones who are still planning on their ICO. They can pitch in front of global investors including VCs, angel investors and key government authorities – and stand a chance to raise upto US$ 2 million.

Learning Outcomes

FEATURED DISCUSSIONS ON - Future of the Tokenomics - Regulatory Threats & Opportunities - Blockchain and the Future of Banking - Proof of Concept - Impact of Blockchain Technology in Private and Public Sector - Radical Change Agent - Benefits of Smart Contracts - Launching an ICO: Best Practices - Blockchain Disrupting Retail and Supplychain Industries - Blockchain in Healthcare

Who Should Attend

Delegate passes are for representatives from corporate organisations from across industry verticals and investment firms except for those who belong to the solution/technology provider companies. Exhibitor packages are for representatives from startups and SMEs who are looking to exhibit at the event. Supporting partner packages Only for representatives from corporate organisations. Not applicable to solution/service providers.