The Orbis86: The Future of Tech – Web3 x AI event held on October 7th, 2024, during #SFTechWeek, was an unforgettable evening that pushed the boundaries of Web3 and AI innovation. With Hedera and GNUS.AI as our Title Sponsors and HomeBridge as the Venue Sponsor, this event showcased the cutting edge of decentralized technologies and AI-driven advancements. OffChain Global, our Co-Host, added their expertise in fostering Web3 communities to ensure a truly dynamic gathering.
The event kicked off with Panel 1: “Web3 Horizons: Beyond the Hype”, featuring an illustrious lineup of industry leaders. Soniya Ahuja, Founder & CEO of Orbis86, led this discussion on the transformative potential of Web3 infrastructure, while Michael Heinrich, Co-founder & CEO of 0G Labs, explored the decentralized economies reshaping the tech landscape. Benjamin Miller, Sr. Director of Partner marketing of SKALE Labs, dove into scalable blockchain solutions, and Sanjeev Birari, Co-founder & CBO of Zoniqx, shared insights on scaling strategies., Kenneth Hurley, CEO & Co-founder of Genius Ventures added his own visionary perspective, guiding the conversation beyond mere hype into the real-world impact of decentralized systems.
Next up, Panel 2: “Leading the Charge: Women Innovators in Emerging Tech”, brought attention to the trailblazing women reshaping the future of tech. Shoba Viswanath, Investor & Advisor at Liadlaw & Company, shared trends driving venture investments in the space, while Ankita Sancheti, Founding PM of Key.ai, illuminated AI’s growing influence. Monette Stephens, Managing Partner of SF Growth Capital, spoke on the pivotal role of growth emerging tech, and Preethy Padmanabhan, VP of Marketing at Bidgely, underscored the importance of AI in sustainability. The discussion was expertly moderated by Ken Nim, Core Organizer of OffChain Global, ensuring a rich and dynamic exchange of ideas.
About Sponsors:
- Hedera, as our Title Sponsor – is an open-source, leaderless proof-of-stake public ledger. Hedera’s robust ecosystem is built by a global community, on a network governed by a diverse council of industry-leading organizations, including abrdn, Avery Dennison, Boeing, Chainlink Labs, COFRA Holding, DBS Bank, Dell Technologies, Dentons, Deutsche Telekom, DLA Piper, EDF (Électricité de France), eftpos, FIS (WorldPay), Google, Hitachi, IBM, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), LG Electronics, The London School of Economics (LSE), Magalu, Nomura Holdings, ServiceNow, Shinhan Bank, Standard Bank Group, Swirlds, Tata Communications, Ubisoft, University College London (UCL), Wipro, and Zain Group.
- GNUS.AI, also a Title Sponsor – was formed as a corporation that invests in ideas from geniuses. The first venture is in the cryptocurrency space with the launch of the GNUS A.I. Processing Crypto Token. Genius (GNUS) tokens are at the heart of a unique and patented blockchain and software system. The primary GNUS token is a multi-chain asset that can be used for decentralized GPU utilization. Also known as DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks)
- HomeBridge, our Venue Sponsor – For nearly forty years, Homebridge has set the standard for high-quality, compassionate, in-home and community-based care for individuals who qualify for, but cannot access, In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) in San Francisco. Homebridge is dedicated to supporting a skilled caregiver workforce, providing online and in-person training across California. Their personalized and comprehensive home-care services and expert education programs bridge the gap across healthcare, behavioral health, housing supportive services, and social services delivery.
The event would not have been possible without the support of our generous Co-Host, OffChain, along with Event Partners: Langrenus Fund, Synexis.io, OnePieceLabs.xyz, and Special thanks to our Media Partners: Crypto.news, BlockChain Reporter, Bitcoin World, Cryptopoliton, CoinPedia, Voice of Crypto, CoinSpeaker, TUA Crypto, Trade Base, Crypto News Bulls (CNB), Crypto Tion, The Bit Crypto, Crypto Craze, Coin Zebro, Bitcoin All, Crypto Papers, Lucky Coiner, Bitcoin Insider, Blockzeit, who ensured our insights resonated across the industry.
With Orbis86 at the helm, The Future of Tech – Web3 x AI proved to be more than just a discussion – it was a vision of the future taking shape. We are proud to have empowered participants with practical insights and meaningful onboarding experiences in Web3 and AI, paving the way for continued innovation.
Stay tuned for more!
Source: https://cryptodevrix.com/orbis86-unveils-the-future-of-web3-ai-at-sftechweek-2024/