Taipei, Taiwan—The Asia Blockchain Summit 2024 (ABS2024) has cemented its reputation as one of Asia’s top three blockchain events, drawing 13,254 attendees from over 30 countries. Held from August 6–8 at Taipei’s Nangang Exhibition Center, the summit showcased groundbreaking innovations, high-profile speakers, and vibrant networking opportunities amid a challenging market climate.
Web3 Leaders Unite: Ethereum, Solana, TON, Polkadot, and Beyond
ABS2024 brought together visionaries from leading blockchain ecosystems, including:
- Vitalik Buterin (Ethereum)
- Lily Liu (Solana Foundation)
- Steve Yun (TON Foundation)
- Justin Sun (TRON)
- Hester M. Peirce (U.S. SEC Commissioner)
The Plurality Summit, a keynote discussion featuring Audrey Tang, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Glen Weyl, explored decentralized social networks and digital democracy. Their dialogue emphasized blockchain’s potential to reshape governance and global collaboration.
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Event Highlights: Stages, Exhibitions, and Side Events
1. Seven Main Stages
- TON Open Summit: Largest TON ecosystem gathering with 50+ speakers.
- Solana & Ordinals Stage: DeFi innovations and retail adoption insights.
- ASUS Metaverse: VR and hardware integration demos.
- GEDA Web3 Game Zone: Esports tournaments and developer panels.
2. Thriving Exhibition Floor
- FamilyMart debuted a blockchain-integrated convenience truck.
- Polkadot showcased its ecosystem advancements.
- TRON hosted a 3-day activation with Justin Sun’s keynote on mainstream crypto adoption.
Major Announcements: Taiwan’s Blockchain Leadership
ABS2024 highlighted Taiwan’s growing influence in the blockchain space:
- Bankee Social Bank unveiled its Blockchain Roadmap, signaling financial sector transformation.
- Stan Shih (ACER Founder) discussed Taiwan’s digital future and creative economy.
- Republic on Chain Initiative: Legislator JC Ko outlined Taiwan’s public blockchain vision.
"ABS2024 has solidified its place among the top three global blockchain events."
—Joey Luo, Co-Founder of BlockTempo
FAQ Section
1. What makes ABS2024 unique?
ABS2024 stands out for its multidisciplinary approach, merging blockchain with governance, gaming, and finance. Its 13,000+ attendees and 100+ side events created unmatched networking opportunities.
2. Which ecosystems were featured?
Ethereum, Solana, TON, Polkadot, TRON, and BTC Ordinals took center stage, with keynotes from Vitalik Buterin, Lily Liu, and Justin Sun.
3. How did ABS2024 support Taiwan’s blockchain scene?
Local initiatives like Bankee’s Blockchain Roadmap and the Republic on Chain project highlighted Taiwan’s commitment to innovation.
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About ABS and BlockTempo
- Asia Blockchain Summit (ABS): An annual flagship event hosted by BlockTempo, attracting 10,000+ attendees from 65+ countries.
- BlockTempo: The leading Chinese blockchain media platform, bridging global and Taiwanese tech ecosystems.
For updates, visit: ABS Website | BlockTempo
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