This session aims to explore the potential of Web3 technologies in addressing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In addition to having a POAP NFT delivered to each attendee live, the session delves into the most promising use cases of Web3 technologies, identifies the major technical and societal challenges hindering their adoption, and proposes strategies to overcome these hurdles. Moreover, it examines how Web3 technologies can promote equity, accessibility, data privacy, and security in the digital realm. The role of blockchain technology in enabling secure, decentralized systems for data management and verification is emphasized, with a focus on its applications in international development.
Additionally, emerging trends in Web3 technologies are highlighted, considering their potential impact on global development and governance. The session explores the role of Web3 technologies in fostering international collaboration and cooperation in science and technology, as well as their capacity to promote scientific innovation and accelerate the pace of discovery. Ethical considerations related to the development and deployment of Web3 technologies, particularly in the context of international development, are also addressed. Finally, the session discusses the importance of international collaboration and cooperation to ensure the responsible development and deployment of Web3 technologies, maximizing their benefits while mitigating risks.
These conversations will have participation by the following web3 experts:
Moderated by: Douglas Messer
Doug is most known for leading the marketing efforts and go to market strategy for NFT collections of several high profile celebrities and enterprise brands. He worked with artists like Sasha Jafri, one of the top three highest paid living artist, Virigl Abloh, The Grammys, Binance, ASAP Rocky, Apple Co-founder Steve Wozniak, and more.
Panelists:
- Charlie Isaacs - CTO, Customer Connections @ Salesforce. Charlie has lead Salesforce efforts to penetrate the metaverse and all things web3. Charlie was instrumental in buliding Salesforce's NFT Cloud. He is passionate about all things web3, decentralization, and deep tech.
- Mina Salib - Head of Web3 @ Axiom Space
- Daria Rzhavtseva - Head of Partnerships at Fuel Arts
- Isabel Gonzalez - Co-founder POAP
