SXSW 2019

Building a Blockchain Company is Damn Hard

Description:

Many companies are looking at blockchain as the next wave of innovation. We’ve seen upstarts building cryptocurrencies and raising hundreds of millions of dollars, and even old stalwarts like IBM and Kodak are joining the movement. There are inherent benefits of decentralization, but most new entrants don’t understand what this transition entails.
To launch a token or to implement a blockchain is different from fully becoming a decentralized company. Companies should only make the transition if they’re willing to fully commit to decentralization and transparency as new tenants to their business. This session will discuss the considerations and benefits of becoming a decentralized company.


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Takeaways

  1. What is a decentralized company, and why it's important for blockchain and cryptocurrency projects
  2. Considerations for becoming a decentralized company
  3. Lessons from newly formed decentralized companies, and companies that have transitioned from centralized to decentralized companies

Speakers

  • Rod McLeod, Vice president of communications, Kin
  • Richa Vajpeyi, Marketing Director, Aion
  • Matt Coolidge, Co-founder; Brand and Communications Lead, Civil
  • Mike Mason, Head of Ecosystem, Aion Foundation

Organizer

Caroline Edwards, Communications Asssociate, Kin


Meta Information:

  • Event: SXSW
  • Format: Panel
  • Track: Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
  • Track 2
  • Level: Beginner


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