ETHTaipei: Vitalik Buterin to Share Ethereum’s Post-Dencun Upgrade Vision

/ETHTaipei 2024/ – The ETHTaipei Ethereum Developer Conference is set to take place from March 21 to March 24 in Taipei featuring a lineup of international speakers and teams, including Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin. ETHTaipei is expected to attract over 1,000 attendees.

The four-day event includes two days of conferences and a 40-hour hackathon, offering a direct exchange platform for both Taiwanese and international developers. Topics will focus around Ethereum, ZK (Zero Knowledge), DeFi, and Security, with discussions on latest trends and developments in blockchain technology such as the restaking ecosystem, applications and products of ZK, and the innovative interplay between ZK and AI.

Vitalik Buterin to Share Ethereum’s Post-Dencun Upgrade Vision

ETHTaipei will feature a number of high-profile speakers, including Vitalik Buterin, who will deliver a keynote talk on the first day of the conference (March 21). Buterin will share his vision for the future of blockchain and Ethereum, following the recent Dencun upgrade.

The Dencun upgrade, which was completed today, will help improve the performance and scalability of the Ethereum network. At ETHTaipei, Buterin will share more about Ethereum’s long-term roadmap and his thoughts on the development of the entire blockchain ecosystem. He will also participate in two panel discussions with researchers and leaders from L1 and L2 solutions, including Optimism, Polygon, Zircuit, and Metis.

Hackathon Prize Pool Reaches $65,000

The hackathon, which kicks off on the evening of March 22, has already accumulated a prize pool exceeding $65,000. The prize pool comes from a number of well-known domestic and international teams, including Consensys, Polygon, OP Labs, Mint Club, Ora, Zircuit, MACI, Ten Protocol, Dyson, Morpheus Labs, OpSec, ThunderCore、Scroll、Spacemesh, and more.

The hackathon will be held in a hybrid format, allowing for online anonymous participation. On-site amenities include a 24-hour Hacker House and a variety of snacks and beverages, fostering collaboration among developers. Industry experts will serve as hackathon mentors, enabling participants to engage with seasoned professionals and rapidly enhance their skills.

Circle and Quantstamp to Recruit On-Site

Several blockchain companies, including Circle, Quantstamp, XY Finance, and AppWorks, will be present at the booth area, offering face-to-face interactions and recruitment opportunities for developers. In addition, Taiwan Ministry of Digital Affairs’s “Digi Gold Card” program will be providing consultation services at the event, with the aim of attracting more foreign digital talent to Taiwan and contributing to the development of the country’s digital economy. Nuvo will also be offering on-site tasks and event surprises to add to the fun for attendees and hackers.

ETHTaipei has garnered enthusiastic support from various enterprises. BTSE generously sponsors coffee, Taiwan Mobile provides high-speed broadband internet, and KlickKlack offers wireless network equipment, and we also get vouchers from ShiYun Fried Chicken. Attendees can also enjoy exclusive treats from PaperPlane and several bars. Expect a rich agenda and delightful dining experiences, making this a memorable gathering in Taipei.

ETHTaipei 2024 Event Information

• Date: March 21-24, 2024
• Location: POPUP Taipei
• Tickets and event information: here