Day 1 Recap: Blockchain Campus Conference Kicks Off in Mindanao
The Blockchain Campus Conference 2024 opened its doors in Davao City, bringing together students, educators, and industry leaders at Mapúa Malayan Colleges Mindanao for two days of learning and discussion about the future of blockchain technology.
BitPinas writer Shiela Bertillo was on the ground to cover the event on October 10, 2024.
What’s the significance: Organized by The Blockchain Lead Organization & Knowledge Center (The BLOKC), the event promises to offer insights on how blockchain can address real-world challenges across various sectors, including finance, government, and education.
What’s happening: Day 1 featured keynotes and panel discussions from industry leaders, government officials, and blockchain advocates, exploring the real-world impact of blockchain across sectors like finance, education, and governance.
- Opening keynote: Emerson Fonseca, CEO of The BLOKC, emphasized the importance of blockchain education in Mindanao.
- Industry insight: Chris Rodil from Bitget and Allen San Miguel from OKX discussed the evolution of cryptocurrency exchanges and crypto adoption in the Philippines.
Live Coverage:
Day 1 of BCC Mindanao 2024
Happening Today: Blockchain Campus Conference
Look: Students lining up for the Day 1 of BCC 2024 in Davao at the Mapua Malayan Colleges Mindanao.
The venue is already pack and yet many are still in line.
BitPinas writer @ShiBertillo_bp is on the ground to cover the event.
Opening Keynote by Emerson Fonseca, CEO of The BLOKC.
Chris Rodil from Bitget discussed “The Evolution of Cryptocurrency Exchanges: Security, Scalability, and User Experience.”
Joseph Lejarde, known as the WhizKid Trader and the founder of WhizKid Academy, delivers a keynote on empowering the youth through blockchain education.
Ferdie James Nervida of AnChain AI discussed Blockchain Cyber Tech Detection: Exploring AI-Powered Investigations for Safer Digital Assets.
Keynote: Through a live video call Wilguish Ng from the Wormhole Foundation discusses the future of blockchain interoperability.
Panel Discussion: Government & Blockchain featuring experts from DOST.
Speakers:
- Christine Esther Flor Catoera – Science Research Specialist
- Marc Jerome Tulali – Blockchain Researcher and Developer
- Moderator: Eli Becislao – Superteam PH and The BLOKC
The panelists emphasized the importance of government support in overcoming challenges related to halal blockchain in Region XI and fostering blockchain innovation and regulation.
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Roland Tumala-Suico from Davao City Chamber of Commerce discussed blockchain’s role in local economic development.
Panel Discussion: The Academe’s role in blockchain education.
Speakers:
- Max Ginez III – TESDA KorPhil
- Dr. Marc Van Buladaco – CDITE XI
- Christine Esther Flor Catoera – DOST
- Moderator: Emerson Fonseca – The BLOKC
The speakers highlighted the crucial role of academia in expanding blockchain education in Region XI and driving talent development and innovation in this fast-growing field.
Keynote Speaker: Christine Esther Flor L. Catoera from DOST XI shares insights into how DOST is leading blockchain initiatives in the region.
Keynote: Dr. Mark Van M. Buladaco from CDITE XI discussing tech-driven education and innovation in Mindanao.
Keynote: Steve ‘Icesteam’ Jimenez of IMPACT is now delivering a keynote!
As a graduate of architecture, Icesteam shared his transition from web2 to web3. What a great journey of growth and success.
Keynote: Gson Guray, Head of Business Development at LBank, talked about blockchain’s business use cases.
Panel Discussion: Industry Insights: What does blockchain mean for industry growth?
Speakers:
- Gson Guray – LBank
- Mark Dave Manansala – Kave Guild
- Sean Cosep – Credible Finance
- Moderator: Liz Sanchez – Superteam PH
They discussed the advantages of Web3 compared to Web2, and further highlighted how industries are evolving to integrate blockchain technology.
Katas ng crypto! Content creator Rommel ‘Shun’ Celestino of the Project One Percent shared his journey of how he became a millionaire through crypto from being a dishwasher.
Keynote: Feb from Rivalz Nertwork shares exciting updates on AI’s intersection with blockchain.
Sean Cosep of Credible Finance tackled how blockchain is shaping the finance sector in Davao and beyond.
Panel Discussion: Blockchain Communities featuring leaders from different web3 communities in Davao.
Speakers:
- Arthur Agullana Jr. – Davao DeFi
- Churchill Brizuela – NFT Davao
- Jaymar Somotsot- DevCon Davao
- Rod Albores- RER DAO
- Moderator: Karen Claire Restauro Sitjar – Kave Guild
The community builders emphasized how decentralized networks and collaboration are driving blockchain’s future in Mindanao, with their focus on education, networking, and innovation empowering developers to succeed in Web3.
Panel Discussion: Content Creators & Blockchain
Speakers:
- Rommel ‘Shun’ Celestino – Project One Percent
- Steve ‘Icesteam’ Jimenez – 8inches Guild
- Moderator: Prof Toff
The speakers emphasized the importance of content creation in educating and engaging communities about blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and web3, highlighting storytelling and consistent content as key to raising awareness and building trust in the blockchain ecosystem.
Keynote: Kyle Salaysay, Ambassador of Rosen Bridge, discussed blockchain infrastructure development.
Keynote: Joshua Sum, Head of Product at Solayer, shared the latest product innovations in blockchain technology.
Ruben Lacumba from Davao DeFi spoke about the rise of decentralized finance in Davao.
Panel Discussion: Student-led session on the student’s role in blockchain innovation.
Speakers:
- Althea Owe
- Yuwel Deticio Baltazar II
- Yoko Fortunado
- Moderator: Denrei Keith De Jesus
These students shared their blockchain journeys, highlighting how innovation and passion fuel their projects and inspire future Web3 leaders.
Community Picture/Video time! Gathering everyone to capture this fantastic event!
D1 Done! After the raffle prizes are given away to the attendees, the first day of the Blockchain Campus Conference in Mindanao has finally concluded.
What’s next: Day 2 will feature specialized sessions on industry-specific blockchain applications and hackathons.
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