Community Partnership Announcements

Happily announcing one of our Gold sponsors, Ming Dao Law. The blockchain-crypto financial space can be very difficult to navigate, especially considering new regulations coming into place, and a volatile environment with digital assets. Professional advice is needed, ideally from experts in the area, specialising in the field. Thankfully, we have Ming Dao Law!

Ming Dao Law is a boutique law firm dedicated to supporting financial services, fintech, and digital asset businesses with clarity, expertise, and purpose. They are legal and regulatory specialists who combine deep technical knowledge with commercial insight. The practice is grounded in integrity and shaped by real-world industry experience, helping clients navigate risk, regulation, and opportunity with confidence. Legal advice should be a foundation for growth, not merely a cost of doing business, and partnering closely with clients delivers solutions that are both compliant and strategic.

Feel informed by these experts, and our community!

We’re excited to share that Kinetiq is joining us as an official 2026 sponsor of All Things Blockchain! Powering Liquid Staking on Hyperliquid, Kinetiq brings cutting-edge innovation to validator performance and network security.

Their autonomous validator scoring and stake distribution system automatically delegates $HYPE to top-performing validators maximizing yield while strengthening the Hyperliquid ecosystem. We’re proud to align with projects pushing boundaries in DeFi and staking, and we’re looking forward to working with the Kinetiq team throughout 2026.

Welcome to the ATB community, Kinetiq!

ATB Upcoming Events

November 11: Behind the Build with Swyftx

Join us for a special Online Event - Behind the Build, brought to you by Swyftx. This is your exclusive chance to peek behind the curtain of one of Australia's leading crypto platforms.

Swyftx's key Product Leaders, Tommy Honan (Director of Product Innovation), Jemma Lang (Product Manager), and Ricardo Fama (Snr Product Manager), will be on hand to dive deep into the company's core development philosophy, showing you how they build features with security and speed in mind.

• Roadmap Reveal: Get a first look at the major features and platform enhancements coming over the next 12 months. See the strategic direction driving the evolution of Swyftx.

• Built With You: Learn exactly how you can submit your ideas and directly influence the features we build. Discover how your feedback shapes the future of our platform.

November 22: Krak on! Party vibes with Kraken & Friends

Join us as we unwind together over drinks and food on day one of the Australian Crypto Convention!

Hosted by our generous major sponsor, Kraken, we'll hear from their Australian Managing Director, Jonathon Miller, about what's on their radar. There will be prizes to give away, including tickets for Consensus Hong Kong in February 2026!

Win FREE Tickets to Consensus Hong Kong

We’re giving away Consensus Pro Passes (valued at $549 USD each) at our upcoming Krak On! Party Vibes with KrakenAUS & Friends event in Sydney  🥳

How can you win?
1. Register for Krak On! Party Vibes with Kraken & Friends being hosted on day one of the Australian Crypto Convention!
2. Show up and join the party.
3. Network with the Web3 legends in the room.

That’s it! Yes, it’s that simple to enter to win!! ✨

Hosted by CoinDesk, Consensus is the world’s longest-running and most influential event for blockchain, crypto, and Web3 innovation. It’s where deals are made, partnerships are formed, and the future of digital finance is shaped.

We’ll see you in Hong Kong this February! Want to secure your spot now?

Use code ATB15 to get a 15% discount on your Consensus tickets. 🥳

November 22-23 : Aus Crypto Convention

Join us (ATB) at the Southern Hemisphere's largest crypto and blockchain event, in Sydney, with 150+ sponsors, 100+ speakers, 5 stages and 10,000+ attendees for a deep-dive into Australia's emerging crypto economy and network with industry professionals!

We have our side event listed above, so this is a perfect opportunity to come and see us, while also exploring a bunch of other ACC events.

Luckily, we have a sponsor code: ATB15, allowing 15% off your ticket. We are excited to see y'all there!

November 27: Before the Blockies: Unpacking the Australian Landscape

Let's gather on the night before The Blockies for an evening of real talk and relaxed connection at HWLE Lawyers’ Melbourne CBD offices. From 5pm on Thursday 27 November 2025, we'll gather as founders, professionals, and community members who are helping to shape Australia’s digital asset and blockchain landscape. Food, drinks, and great company provided.

Hosted by ALL THINGS BLOCKCHAIN, this event offers a chance to reconnect with industry peers and meet new movers and shakers before the champagne flutes and awards night glitz. Whether you're a seasoned builder or just getting started, this evening is designed to bring together passionate voices from across the sector.

December 2: Smart Ways to Earn and Spend Your Crypto

Join us in your festive gear as we come together for our final event of the year - we'll have prizes for best dressed Christmas attire!

Discover how to make your money work smarter in the digital era. Benjamin Killen, Co-founder of Finsightful. will share modern strategies for generating passive income from simple earn products and sophisticated wealth management tools. Learn how to bridge the gap between traditional finance and DeFi, and explore practical ways to use your crypto for everyday spending.

We'll also be joined by David Bird Aka "ASX Trader", Founder of Mastering the Markets | Certified Financial Technician - CFTe | Financial Analyst & Educator | Investing & Trading Mentor | Keynote Speaker | News Corp columnist.

Online 

November 6: KSUG.AI Australia #52 - Melbourne Meetup

Agenda and topics preview:

• Food, drinks and Socialising

• Welcome / Introductions by the Organisers

• Topic 1: mystery topic by mystery speaker

• Topic 2: AI on Docker Hands-On workshop by Nilesh & Thiago, Docker Captains

• Quiz time: nice swags giveaways

📅 November 11: Vibe Coding for Non-Tech Users: the Future of Work in Enterprise

Diving into the world where non-technical users are solving real enterprise problems using AI-driven coding tools — fast, creatively, and sometimes... chaotically.

Going to unpack what happens when everyone gets to code. Going beyond theory, sharing early experiments, real examples, and the gotchas we’ve hit along the way.

Expect stories from the field exploring:
- How Vibe Coding is changing problem-solving for non-tech users
- The enterprise challenges: code slop, governance, and the “coffee cup problem” of disposable apps
- The essential guardrails and good practices to keep creativity from turning into chaos

November 12: Applied AI Ethics MonthlyMixer - Where Innovation Meets Responsibility

Join a global, open-format gathering for those building and questioning AI — from real-world use cases to critical conversations around ethics, bias, and transparency. The Applied AI & Ethics MonthlyMixer is a self-directed online networking event where professionals from across the AI spectrum come together to collaborate, question, and connect.

This isn’t a webinar or panel — it’s a structured-free, chat-first environment hosted on a Slack-like virtual platform, featuring topic-specific channels and private video or text chat options.

Brisbane

November 1: AI & Society | Run and Coffee Club 🏃‍♀☕🥐

AI & Society | Run and Coffee Club ☕🏃‍♀🥐

Every Second Weekend - Can be a Saturday or Sunday, be sure to check the date | 🕖 7:00am

Felons Café, Howard Smith Wharves (under the Story Bridge, opposite Crystalbrook Vincent Hotel)

Run. Walk. Chat. Coffee.

November 10: Artificial Intelligence in Project Management.

This is about Artificial Intelligence in project management, discussing prompt engineering, RAG, practical use cases and ways to enhance the way to deliver projects. This is not an introduction - it assumes basic working knowledge of AIs in the workplace. There is encouraged networking and offers this event as a way to get noticed by project management recruiters.

Sydney

November 1: Saturday Sydney Tech & AI Mixer 💻🌐

Join a relaxed after-work meetup in Sydney where tech enthusiasts come together to connect, share ideas, and unwind 🌏🎉

Whether you’re experienced in tech, AI, or data, or just starting out, this is the perfect space to:

• Meet fellow tech professionals and enthusiasts

• Exchange ideas and insights about industry trends

• Explore opportunities, collaborations, or just enjoy a fun evening

November 4 AI & Society - Sydney | How agentic AI can help startups

Come along for a session designed to spark connections and conversations among people who care about how AI is reshaping society.

Featuring Arafat Tehsin, Microsoft MVP (AI) and Applied AI Leader, who will share insights on Model Control Protocol (MCP) — a powerful emerging framework for managing and governing AI models. Arafat will bring a case example from business to show how MCP helps ensure accountability, control, and transparency in AI systems.

November 11 ANZ GEN AI Academy: Workshop

Join GEN AI Academy, embarking on a journey into the world of Generative AI! Providing an introduction to the basics of generative models, showcasing their potential and applications across various industries. Whether you are a seasoned developer or just getting started with AI, this event will offer you valuable insights and practical knowledge.

November 12: AI Meetup (Sydney): GenAI, LLMs and Agents

Join a deep dive tech talks on AI, GenAI, LLMs and Agents, hands-on experiences on code labs, workshops, and networking with speakers and fellow developers.

Melbourne

November 5: Bitcoin Basics - Investing & Risk

Hosted by Craig Artemiou
Guest Speaker: Jonas - Quantatative Researcher and Engineer at AMP
“Jonas works in the investment team at AMP, one of Australia’s largest superannuation funds. In 2024, AMP made history by becoming the first superannuation fund to invest in Bitcoin.”

What You’ll Learn:

• The Bitcoin Basics related to;

• Common misconceptions.

• The problem Bitcoin solves.

• Common risks and mitigations.

• Personal holding risks, exchange risks, protocol level risks.

• Institutional adoption and market forces

November 5: MEL MLOps Community #15 | AI, Agents, Vision and More

The final 2025 event as part of the Melbourne MLOps Community Meetup. Similar to the previous event, this one is also AI centred, featuring an amazing, highly distinguished lineup of speakers! Join in exploring the realm of AI, Vision, Agents and beyond. 🚀✨

November 11: AI Meetup (November) - GenAI, LLMs and Agents

In collaboration with AI Innovation Centre, join a deep dive tech talks on AI, GenAI, LLMs and Agentic AI, hands-on experiences with code labs and workshops, and networking with speakers and fellow AI developers, builders, startup founders.

Global Blockchain Events

Thailand Blockchain Week

Bangkok, Thailand 8 - 9 November

Thailand Blockchain Week 2025 (#THBW2025) returns for its 8th year as Thailand’s leading blockchain and Web3 event. Hosted in Bangkok, the event gathers developers, founders, corporates, investors, policymakers, and thought leaders to connect, collaborate, and build the future of decentralized innovation.

Over the years, THBW has established itself as a hub for real-world adoption, cutting-edge technology, and high-level dialogue. In 2025, the event continues its mission under the theme “Supercycle” — reflecting a new phase of accelerated growth and integration across industries. The Supercycle isn’t just about price. It’s about momentum. Tech stacks are mature. Infra is live. Regulators are in. Users are onboarding. The space is ready to scale — not in hype, but in purpose.

THBW aims to not just witness the future, but create and pave the way, for the new digital era; embracing mass adoption of blockchain with open arms.

European blockchain Week

Nova Gorica + Ljubljana + Vitanje, Slovenia, Vienna, Austria, 23 - 30 November

European Blockchain Week 2025 will unite global innovators, policymakers, industry leaders, and visionaries to explore how converging technologies — from Web 4.0 and blockchain to AI, quantum computing, virtual worlds, and humanoid robotics – are reshaping the economy and society for a human-centric, sustainable, and resilient future.

Over five dynamic days, EBCW 2025 will showcase pioneering projects, foster cross-border collaboration, and connect Europe’s innovation ecosystem with leading partners from Asia and beyond.

• Hear from top-level experts and decision-makers shaping Europe’s digital and industrial future.

• Experience cutting-edge technology in action through live huamnoid robots demos, company visits, and real-world case studies.

• Explore collaborative opportunities in Industry 5.0, CityVerse, Industrial Metaverse, and sustainable tourism tech.

• Network with high-impact innovators, investors, and policymakers in a week-long program of conferences, summits, and B2B matchmaking.

What Happened Last Month

📅 October 7: The Hybrid Horizon: Blending the best of CEXs and DEXs with MEXC

On Tuesday, 7 October, Jori from MEXC guided us through the world of centralised and decentralised exchanges, exploring how automated market makers, cross-chain protocols, and emerging hybrid models are redefining what’s possible for traders.

Jori unpacked how the strengths of both CEXs and DEXs can complement one another, showing how hybrid structures aim to deliver the efficiency and accessibility of centralised platforms alongside the freedom and transparency of decentralised systems.

Attendees also enjoyed plenty of MEXC merchandise giveaways and took part in a fun ‘Jag the Joker’ contest with special prizes!

Watch the Recording👇

📅 October 14: Building Resilient Startups in Web3 with Granton

For our online event, we had an AMA with Deb Kocak, founder of Granton.io, who shared the patterns she’s observed after working with hundreds of startups over the past decade. Drawing on her experience watching companies rise and fall, Deb highlighted the real signals of success and the common traps that lead to failure.

She unpacked what separates resilient businesses from those that crumble, including:

• Why strong intellectual property makes the biggest difference.

• How chasing buzzwords (like Web3) without solving meaningful problems has cost companies millions.

• The lessons learned from both the NFT boom and today’s market.

With Granton’s roots in Web3 consulting, Deb offered firsthand insights into how startups can either waste capital on hype-driven integrations or build enduring moats by focusing on genuine problems. She shared practical strategies for navigating volatile markets — from token launches and fundraising cycles to financial runway management.

It was a candid, insightful session on finding durable moats, spotting ideas worth pursuing, and building the confidence to thrive in a competitive startup landscape.

Watch the Recording 👇

🌟 Sponsor Spotlight

MEXC Exchange is a globally recognized cryptocurrency exchange serving over 10 million users in more than 170 countries. Known for its deep liquidity, diverse range of listed digital assets, and high-performance trading infrastructure, MEXC offers spot, futures, staking, and launchpad services tailored to both new and experienced traders. Since its founding in 2018, MEXC has built a reputation for reliability, transparency, and user-centric innovation.

Their mission is to make crypto trading accessible and rewarding for all by providing seamless access to global markets and supporting the next generation of Web3 projects through strategic investment and ecosystem support.

With a growing focus on the Australia and New Zealand region, MEXC is committed to building long-term partnerships, supporting grassroots communities, and helping shape the future of decentralized finance across the Asia-Pacific!

Building Our Community, One Block at a Time
Let’s Build It Together!

Community Partnership Announcements

We're absolutely thrilled to be partnering with Consensus by Coindesk for their upcoming 2026 conferences in Hong Kong from 10-12 February and in Miami 5-7 May. Consensus is the world’s longest-running and most influential event for blockchain, crypto, and Web3 innovation. Recognized as the #1 destination for deal flow, it brings together industry leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, and builders to shape the future of the digital economy.

CoinDesk is the most trusted media, events, indices and data company for the global crypto economy. Since 2013, CoinDesk Media has led the story of the future of money and investing, illuminating the transformation in society and culture that comes with it. Our award-winning team of journalists delivers news and unparalleled insights that bring transparency, comprehension and context. CoinDesk Events gathers the global crypto, blockchain and Web3 communities at annual events such as Consensus, the world's largest and longest-running crypto festival. CoinDesk Indices offers expertise in digital asset indices, data and research to educate and empower investors. For more information on CoinDesk media and events, please visit coindesk.com and for breaking headlines, data and indices visit coindeskmarkets.com.

We're also very excited to announce our Community Partnership with Paris Blockchain Week.

Paris Blockchain Week, returning on April 15-16 2026, at the Carrousel du Louvre, stands as Europe’s premier blockchain and web3 event, uniting the world’s leading thought leaders, innovators, and industry drivers. Dedicated to fostering unparalleled innovation, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, PBW serves as the definitive platform for professionals shaping the future of blockchain and Web3 technologies.

The 6th edition of this prestigious event featured over 400 speakers, including prominent figures such as: Charles Hoskinson, CEO and Founder of Input | Output, Adam Back, Co-Founder & CEO of Blockstream, David Ripley, Co-CEO of Kraken, Eric Anziani, President & COO of Crypto.com, Clara Chappaz, Minister Delegate for Artificial Intelligence & Digital Affairs of Government of France, Caroline Butler, Global Head of Digital Assets of BNY, Silvio Micali, Blockchain Founder and Turing Award Winner, Monica Long, President of Ripple, Kristen Nachtman, Vice President of Digital Assets of Goldman Sachs, Eric Demuth, CEO & Co-Founder of Bitpanda, Zack Chestnut, Global Head of Business Development at Kinexys Digital Payment & Liink from JP Morgan.

ATB Upcoming Events

📅 October 7: The Hybrid Horizon: Blending the best of CEXs and DEXs with MEXC.

Join us on Tuesday when Jori from MEXC will guide us through the world of centralised exchanges and decentralised exchanges, exploring how automated market makers, cross-chain protocols, and new hybrid models are redefining what’s possible for traders.

He’ll unpack how the strengths of both CEXs and DEXs can complement one another, with hybrid structures aiming to deliver the efficiency and accessibility of centralised platforms alongside the freedom and transparency of decentralised systems.

We'll also have plenty of MEXC merchandise to give away as well as special prizes for a 'Jag the Joker' contest!

📅 October 14: Building Resilient Startups in Web3 with Granton.

​Join us for an online AMA conversation with Deb Kocak, founder of Granton.io, as she shares the patterns she’s seen after working with hundreds of startups over the past decade. From watching companies rise and fall, Deb has identified the real signals of success and the common traps that lead to failure.

Deb will unpack what separates resilient businesses from those that crumble:
👉 Why strong intellectual property makes the biggest difference.
👉 How chasing buzzwords without solving meaningful problems has cost companies millions.
👉 The lessons learned from both the NFT boom and today’s market.

Online 

📅 October 7: Market Analysis AI Agents for Stock Market and Crypto Market. Gen AI in FinTech & EdTech is dedicated to discussing and sharing the latest trends, best practices, use cases, and regulatory considerations for Gen AI applications in FinTech and EdTech industries in Australia and globally.

📅 October 8: EIP-7702: Set Code for EOAs. Peter Robinson will explain EIP 7702: the opportunities and risks of this new technology that allows EOAs to have contract code.

📅 October 15: Web3 / Blockchain Recruitment Event. Multiple employers will be available to discuss employment opportunities at their companies.

Brisbane

📅 October 2: Bitcoin Brisbane Event #56. Bitcoin-only. No noise. Just signal, conversation, and freedom.

Expect open dialogue, clear audio, and space for real participation. Q&A will run throughout, plus a Soap Box session, your chance to speak for up to 5 minutes on any Bitcoin or health related topic.

📅 October 14: Artificial Intelligence in Project Management. In collaboration with the PMI Queensland Chapter’s Technology & AI team - we’re zeroing in on what really matters in your projects:

• Prompt engineering that works in real contexts

• Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) for smarter info handling

• Live use cases showing how AI boosts delivery and efficiency

Sydney

📅 October 1: AI & Society. Come along for a session designed to spark connections and conversations among people who care about how AI is reshaping society.

Whether you're deep in the tech world or simply curious about the social, ethical, or cultural implications of AI, this is a space to share ideas, ask questions, and connect with others across disciplines.

Chris will share his wide knowledge as a senior recruiter, focusing on what companies are working on, skill sets in demand, navigating the job market & job searching strategies.

📅 October 8: BIG OCTOBER MEETUP - Speaker Details To Be Announced. Join Bitcoin Sydney to catch up and discuss the financial revolution that is taking place before our eyes.

📅 October 9: AI & Edge Computing Meetup. Hear 3 expert talks, take the mic for an AI/hardware demo or announcement, and connect over pizza & drinks.

Melbourne

📅 October 1: Bitcoin Basics - Mining and Nodes. This is a Melbourne based, live event. Limited seating, booking required.
Please note, this event is hosted by a partner group, separate to the Emerging Tech Hub.

Hosted by Craig Artemiou

What You’ll Learn:

• The Bitcoin Basics related to;

• Bitcoin Mining, how it works and how to start mining.

• Bitcoin Nodes, what is a node and how to set one up.

• Overview of common software available.

• Questions and answers.

• A live demonstration on the night.

📅 October 14: AI Meetup (October) - GenAI, LLMs and Agent. In collaboration with Natural Velocity. Join AICamp for deep dive tech talks on AI, GenAI, LLMs and Agentic AI, hands-on experiences with code labs and workshops, and networking with speakers and fellow AI developers, builders, startup founders.

📅 October 30: Melbourne BitDevs. Melbourne BitDevs is an in-person meetup held monthly for discussing: Bitcoin software, tools, research, protocol upgrades (BIPs), mining and more. ⚡💻

Held on the last Thursday of the month. Current venue is upstairs at the Fox Hotel in Collingwood.

Global Blockchain Events

TOKEN2049 Week | 29 Sep - 5 Oct 2025 | Singapore

📌Singapore 1 - 2 October

TOKEN2049 brings together the global crypto industry to Singapore, uniting entrepreneurs, investors, developers, industry enthusiasts and global media in South East Asia – to define what's next in the digital asset space and beyond.

European Blockchain Convention

📌Barcelona, Spain, 16 - 17 October

European Blockchain Convention was born with the mission to accelerate the blockchain ecosystem in Europe.

Since its inaugural conference in 2018 in Barcelona, EBC has hosted thousands of attendees, hundreds of leading speakers and the best startups in the blockchain & crypto space.

Its global audience of founders, investors, regulators, developers, corporations, and many more come together every year to learn, get inspired, and connect.

Blockchain Life 2025

📌Dubai, UAE, October 28 - 29

Blockchain Life is the large, annual, international forum and event focused on the cryptocurrency, Web3, and mining industries, held in Dubai and known as the "Crypto Whales Meeting Point". Attendees include founders, executives from major companies, investors, developers, and traders. The event offers networking opportunities, expert analysis, an expo with hundreds of booths, and entertainment, functioning as a major gathering for industry leaders. 

What Happened Last Month

📅 September 2: Macro Moves and Market Mechanics: Master Market Momentum & Manage Trades on OKX.

On the 2nd of September we had an engaging evening exploring trade execution on the OKX platform while examining the broader macro outlook for the distributed ledger technology industry and what it means to transition a career into the exciting world of blockchain.

Mahtab Kabir from OKX Australia sat down with Amy-Rose Goodey, CEO of the Digital Economy Council of Australia, to unpack how global trends, government policy, and evolving market structures are shaping blockchain and digital-asset adoption. Their discussion also highlighted the growing presence of OKX in Australia.

Following this, daily live streamers Greeny and Craig shared their recent trade analyses and demonstrated how they translate those ideas into live execution on OKX. Greeny drew on his experience building a 500-member trading and education community, while Craig brought insights from his four years of full-time trading and daily livestreaming.

We closed the night with an open Q&A session, giving attendees the chance to refine their next trades and consider the wider implications of today’s shifting markets.

Watch the Recording👇

📅 September 9: Meet Matt Poblocki - New Binance GM for Australia New Zealand!

We had the pleasure of introducing Matt Poblocki, the recently appointed General Manager of Binance Australia & NZ. Attendees had the opportunity to put their questions directly to Matt in an open and engaging discussion.

He was joined by James Quinn-Kumar, Marketing Director Binance ANZ, as the two explored how macro trends are unfolding across the ANZ landscape and how Binance is positioning itself to capitalise on developments emerging from the US.

The conversation drew on Matt’s extensive background in financial services as well as James' deep experience in marketing within the digital asset sector, offering valuable insights into both industry shifts and Binance’s strategic direction.

Watch the Recording 👇

🌟 Sponsor Spotlight

Hashlock is the industry leading web3 security auditing firm. Hashlock acts in the global market to help Web3 companies find and mitigate security vulnerabilities in their blockchain technology. They are a highly specialised Blockchain Cybersecurity firm coming from manual analysis, community auditing backgrounds and differentiate by their quantity of findings and by maintaining a high level of collaboration with our clients.

A few of their many services include:

• Smart Contract Audits
  They review smart contract code (Solidity, Rust, Move, etc.) to find vulnerabilities, ensure correct behavior, access control, etc.

• Blockchain / Web3 Application Audits
  Beyond just contracts - they audit full applications / dApps, infrastructure, front-end & back-end where relevant.

• Penetration Testing
  Simulating attacks (“pen tests”) to check for exploitable weaknesses in deployed systems or in staging environments.

• Bug Bounty Program Management
  Helping projects set up or run bug bounty programs: attracting white-hat researchers to test your system & report issues.

• On-Chain Monitoring / Threat Monitoring
  Continuous / real-time monitoring of the blockchain activity around your contracts & ecosystem, detecting anomalies or threats.

• Testing Services
  Unit, integration, fuzz testing etc., to find edge-case bugs, increase test coverage & improve code robustness.

• Crypto Advisory / Consulting
  Guidance on architecture, tokenomics, governance design, security risk assessment, best practices, etc. Particularly useful early in a project.

  
  

Building Our Community, One Block at a Time
Let’s Build It Together!

Whether you’re just getting started or already deep in the space, this hub will be your go-to destination for discussions, resources, events, and collaboration tailored to the ATB community. Get ready to learn, connect, and grow together as we build a more inclusive future in blockchain!

We have partnered with EvolvH3R and Jana Crypto Queen to bring the communities together and help more people learn the basics of web3 and crypto trading with our instructor-led 8-week bootcamp.

Check out the upcoming events from this bootcamp

​Join us to hear from our guest Marina Gaevskaya the Founder & CEO of Digital Canvas Revolution. Marina has 15 years’ experience fundraising $1M+ for cultural projects with global institutions and private sponsors, plus strategy work for the Red Cross and EU programs. Marina will share her insights on her transition into Web3, the challenges encountered, and the outcomes achieved.

​Join us to hear from our guest speaker Domenic Carosa Co-founder of Hivello. With over 25 years’ experience in business and technology. Mr. Carosa has built a reputation as a leader in the Internet space by building one of Australia’s largest independent digital music websites, MP3.com.au in the late 90’s, and building from scratch, Australia’s second largest virtual web hosting and domain company which he sold for AUD$25m in 2005-06. He was also the youngest CEO of a public company in Australian history in 2000 when he was 25 years of age.

​Join us to hear from our guest speaker Olga Prokhorova Global Financial Markets & Crypto Strategist. Olga is a seasoned financial markets professional with over a decade of experience in forex and crypto. She has led research and product teams at major exchanges and funds, and built an educational project that trained more than 1,000 traders across the CIS. Her expertise spans market analysis, on-chain research, and global liquidity cycles, with a track record of turning insights into profitable strategies.

Upcoming Events

📅 September 2: Macro Moves and Market Mechanics: Master Market Momentum & Manage Trades on OKX.

Join us for a night diving into trade execution on the OKX platform. We’ll also take a look at the bigger macro picture of where the distributed ledger technology industry is headed and what it's like to transition your career into the exciting world of blockchain.

Mahtab Kabir from OKX Australia will sit down with Amy-Rose Goodey, CEO of the Digital Economy Council of Australia, to discuss how global trends, government policy and shifting market structures are influencing blockchain and digital-asset adoption. Their chat will also touch on the growing presence of OKX in Australia.

Next up, daily live streamers Greeny and Craig will walk through recent trade analyses and demonstrate how they carry those ideas into live execution on OKX. Greeny brings his experience building a 500-member trading and education community, while Craig offers four years of full-time trading and daily livestream insights. We’ll finish with time for your questions, whether you’re refining your next trade or gauging the implications of today’s market shifts.

📅 September 9: Meet Matt Poblocki - New Binance GM for Australia New Zealand!

Meet Matt Poblocki, the recently appointed General Manager of Binance Australia & NZ. This is your opportunity to put questions directly to Matt. Joined by Liam O'Doherty, Senior Marketing Specialist, we'll take a look at how macro trends are playing out in the ANZ landscape and what Binance is doing to capitalise on developments coming out of the US. The discussion will be informed by Matt's extensive background in the financial services space and Liam's deep experience in marketing effectively in the digital asset sector.

Online 

📅 September 2: The Lazy Society Presents: Crypto Smarter, Not Harder. Ready to level up your crypto game—without burning out? Whether you're just getting started or deep in the Web3 rabbit hole, this event is your gateway to doing crypto smarter, not harder with Anthony "Gotsauss" and Roshymun.

📅 September 3: TechConnect: Global Virtual Job & Networking Event for Data, AI, and Tech Pros. Calling all developers, AI engineers, software architects, data scientists, DevOps professionals, and tech enthusiasts — TechConnect is your ultimate destination for career growth, project showcasing, and global peer networking in the tech ecosystem.

Brisbane

📅 September 4: Bitcoin Brisbane Event #55 - Delete Your Fiat Brain. Bitcoin-only. No noise. Just signal, conversation, and freedom.

Expect open dialogue, clear audio, and space for real participation. Q&A will run throughout, plus a Soap Box session, your chance to speak for up to 5 minutes on any Bitcoin or health related topic.

📅 September 4: Making AI Systems You Can Trust in Production. Building impressive AI demos is easy. Building AI systems that work reliably in production is hard.

This talk dives into battle-tested patterns and techniques for creating robust RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) applications and agentic workflows that your users can depend on.

We'll cover everything from handling hallucinations and managing context windows, to implementing proper error handling, semantic routing, and monitoring for AI systems.

📅 September 9: Artificial Intelligence in Project Management. In today’s digital era, the smallest changes can make the biggest difference. A new habit, a smarter process, or an AI-powered tool can unlock exponential improvements in both project delivery and cybersecurity outcomes.

This session explores how to apply AI within the People, Process, and Technology (PPT) framework in practical, non-technical ways.

Sydney

📅 September 2: Jobs and Careers in AI and Data - Chris Gray, Principal Recruiter. Chris is a Principal Technical Recruiter with 9 years of Australian-based experience partnering with leading Financial Services organisations, Consulting firms, Fintechs and Government agencies to find the best-suited talent for their needs across the Data & Technology fields

Chris will share his wide knowledge as a senior recruiter, focusing on what companies are working on, skillsets in demand, navigating the job market & job searching strategies.

📅 September 4: KSUG.AI Australia #49 - ANZ GEN AI Academy @Google Sydney. KSUG.AI is bringing ANZ GenAI Academy in collaboration with GDG Sydney.

Accelerate your career with ANZ GEN AI Academy, designed for professionals and innovators across Australia and New Zealand. Delivered online and powered by Google Cloud Skills Boost platform, this program offers hands-on training with the latest in Generative AI, Gemini and Vertex AI.

📅 September 9: Building Intelligent Agents at Scale: A Serverless Architecture Approach. In this talk, Eric will build an agentic application using a serverless architecture, demonstrating how Lambda functions serve as MCP servers while the broader serverless ecosystem handles multi-model reasoning, persistent memory, and RAG-powered responses.

Melbourne

📅 September 2: Crypto Tuesdays Hanging with TLS. 🌐 Crypto Insights: Beyond the Basics! 🚀
Attention crypto enthusiasts and seasoned pros! Get ready for an exhilarating session that transcends the fundamentals. Join us to explore the latest narratives shaping the dynamic crypto landscape, including the intriguing world of crypto airdrop farming.

📅 September 3: Bitcoin Basics - Where to get it and how to keep it. What You’ll Learn:

• The Basics of Bitcoin.

• Where to get it and how to keep it?

• Overview of common market places and platforms.

• Basic & advanced storage options, self hosted, proprietary, custom.

• Security considerations.

• Questions and answers.

• Live demonstration on the night.

📅 September 5: AI startup data science crypto IT & tech meetup. The BIGGEST weekly AI, startup, data science, crypto, IT and tech meetup in Melbourne! Build new business connections and friendships! Presentation facilities available but this is PRIMARILY A NETWORKING AND SOCIAL EVENT.

August Global Blockchain Events

CONF3RENCE

📌Dortmund, Germany, September 3-4

CONF3RENCE 2025 will be the flagship event of Digital Week Dortmund, the region’s premier celebration of innovation and digital transformation.
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10,000 visitors and 200 events in 2024 - Immerse yourself in a vibrant tech ecosystem spread throughout the city offering unparalleled opportunities for learning, networking and identifying business opportunities!

FinovateFall

📌New York City, USA September 8-10

• 120+ innovative speakers sharing insights on fintech and financial services

• Breakout stages focusing on AI, CX, Lending, Payments, and Open Banking

• Credit Union Spotlight session featuring peer discussions and curated tech solutions specifically for CUs. CU executives only.

• Deep dive executive briefings: community banking, financial crime; the AI competitive imperative and women in fintech

• Plus special event features for 2025: Experience the wonder of live illusions from our professional magician and draw some attention with our digital caricaturist is ready to sketch your Finovate experience!

CBDC Conference

📌Nassau, Bahamas, September 9-11

John Rolle, Governor of the Central Bank of The Bahamas, cordially invites those with an interest in digital currency to attend the CB+DC Conference 2025, taking place in Nassau from September 9 to 11.

The CB+DC Conference 2025 will be organized in collaboration with the Central Bank of The Bahamas, to celebrate the institute's 50th Anniversary. Derek S. Rolle, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of The Bahamas, explains why the central bank invited the organizers of the CB+DC Conference to host the event in The Bahamas.

The landscape of digital currencies and payment systems is undergoing a profound transformation. With the rise of blockchain technology, and with the subsequent advent of CBDCs, stablecoins, and tokenized assets, traditional financial models and payment solutions are facing unprecedented challenges. This evolving ecosystem promises faster transactions, reduced fees, and increased accessibility. But it also raises questions about security, regulation, and privacy.

Businesses and consumers alike are adapting to this changing landscape that opens up new possibilities for innovative solutions.

Explore how this rapidly shifting world impacts the way we save, spend, and exchange value globally, and what the future might hold.

KBW2025

📌Seoul, South Korea, September 22-28

Korea Blockchain Week (KBW) is an annual global blockchain and Web3 festival held in Seoul, South Korea since 2018. It has been a gathering ground for the top global blockchain and Web3 leaders and unifying diverse communities. Every year, KBW curates multiple prestigious main events, including the flagship conference 'IMPACT.' This provides participants and attendees exclusive opportunities to exchange industry insights and indulge in an immersive blend of music, art and culture, making KBW a unique and enriching experience for all involved.

What happened last month

📅 August 5: Hashlock in the Headlights: De-mystifying Digital Asset Auditing.

We had the pleasure of hosting Hashlock, one of Australia’s leading Web3 cybersecurity firms, for a deep dive into the future of digital asset auditing.

Hashlock’s founders Jock Haslam and Fletcher Roberts shared insights into their game-changing automated cyber auditing tools, powered by proprietary machine learning algorithms and advanced analysis capabilities.

We also heard from Paula Perini, Hashlock’s Project Manager, who shared her inspiring journey into Web3 and what it’s like working at the forefront of blockchain security.

The evening wrapped up with an interactive crypto knowledge quiz, hosted by Tom Tracey, Hashlock’s newest accounting talent who recently transitioned from traditional finance into Web3. Attendees tested their expertise and competed for exclusive Hashlock merchandise — a fun and engaging way to close out the night!

Watch the recap👇

📅 August 14: Trade the 2025 Bull Run: Trading Strategies for Aussie Traders.

Last month, we partnered with Wallet V for an exclusive online AMA designed to help the community trade smarter in the 2025 bull market.

The session broke down the fundamentals of perpetuals, how they work, and the best practices for using leverage responsibly to maximize gains without unnecessary risk.

The Wallet V team delivered a live demo of trading perpetuals on Wallet V with Hyperliquid, showing just how fast and seamless the experience is — all from your phone.

Attendees also had the chance to ask direct questions during the live AMA, getting practical insights from seasoned traders on how to navigate today’s fast-moving market.

Watch the recording 👇

📅 August 26: She Connects Networking Online Meetup + Fireside Chat.

In August, we hosted a special event dedicated to women and allies in blockchain, crypto, AI, and emerging tech. The evening brought together an inspiring community — from those just starting their journey to professionals already making their mark — united by a shared passion for supporting women in technology.

The event features a fireside Chat with Paula Perini, project manager at Hashlock, who will share her story on how she started a career in Web3 with no experience, but now loves smart contracts.

Attendees also enjoyed fun, interactive networking sessions, making meaningful connections and exploring new opportunities to collaborate. The night wrapped up with quick, actionable tips to help participants take their digital careers to the next level.

Watch the recording 👇

🌟 Sponsor Spotlight

Become a member of OKX's global community of over 60 million

OKX is a leading global cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 ecosystem that provides a wide range of financial services for both retail and institutional users. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Seychelles, they have grown into one of the world’s largest digital asset platforms by trading volume and liquidity.

The exchange supports hundreds of cryptocurrencies and offers various trading options, including spot trading, futures, options, perpetual swaps, and margin trading. Beyond trading, OKX provides advanced financial tools such as staking, savings, and crypto lending, enabling users to earn passive income from their digital assets.

A strong presence in the decentralized finance (DeFi) and Web3 space has been built, offering a self-custody Web3 wallet, access to decentralized applications (dApps), NFT marketplaces, and blockchain networks, giving users more control over their digital assets and identities.

Security is a strong focus of theirs, employing multi-layered protection systems and industry best practices to safeguard user funds - investing heavily in transparency, regularly publishing proof-of-reserves reports to demonstrate that user assets are fully backed.

With millions of users across more than 180 countries, OKX has established itself as a versatile and innovative platform for crypto trading, investing, and Web3 engagement.

Building Our Community, One Block at a Time
Let’s Build It Together!

See you in the Education hub!!

Whether you’re just getting started or already deep in the space, this hub will be your go-to destination for discussions, resources, events, and collaboration tailored to the ATB community. Get ready to learn, connect, and grow together as we build a more inclusive future in blockchain!

We have partnered with EvolvH3R and Jana Crypto Queen to bring the communities together and help more people learn the basics of web3 and crypto trading with our instructor-led 8-week bootcamp.

Upcoming Events

📅 August 5: Hashlock in the Headlights: De-mystifying Digital Asset Auditing.

Join us on Tuesday, for a special event with leading Web3 cybersecurity firm, Hashlock! We'll get insight into Hashlock's game-changing automated cyber auditing tools, featuring their proprietary machine learning algorithms and advanced analysis capabilities. ​We'll hear from Hashlock Project Manager, Paula Perini about her journey in Web3 and what it's like to work at Hashlock.

Hashlock's founders, Jock Haslam and Fletcher Roberts, will also sit down to have a fireside chat with Tom Tracey, Hashlock's newest accounting talent who's made the leap from traditional finance into Web3.

📅 August 11: 📈 🔥 Trade the 2025 Bull Run: Trading Strategies for Aussie Traders.

Join us for an exclusive online AMA (Ask Me Anything) hosted by All Things Blockchain in collaboration with Wallet V, where we’ll show you how to navigate perpetual & leverage trading safely and effectively in today’s fast-moving market.

Whether you’re a seasoned trader or just starting out, this session will cover:
✅ What perpetuals are & how they work
✅ How to responsibly use leverage to amplify your gains (without blowing up your account)
✅ Live demo of trading perpetuals on Wallet V with Hyperliquid — fast, easy, and on your phone
✅ AMA with the Wallet V team — get your questions answered live

Online 

📅 August 5: AI vs GenAI - Fintech Use Cases. Welcome to the 3rd virtual event of the “Gen AI in Fintech” meetup in 2025: “AI vs GenAI - Fintech Use Cases”.

Gen AI in Fintech is dedicated to discussing and sharing the latest trends, best practices, use cases, and regulatory considerations for Gen AI applications in fintech in Australia and globally.

📅 August 20: The Neighborhood: Rethinking Ethereum Data Access. Dennis Verstappen (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-verstappen-57aa10101/) will present a talk on blockchain data:

From MEV research to protocol analytics, Ethereum data needs to be fast, flexible, and affordable. The Neighborhood is a distributed network developed by The Indexing Company and designed to run real-time indexing pipelines on Ethereum and beyond. This talk breaks down how it works, how it's used in production, and why distributed data infrastructure is the missing layer in Ethereum's modular stack.

Brisbane

📅 August 8: Databricks Meet up with Ari Kaplan. Brisbane Databricks User Group have the fortunate pleasure to have the Global head of Databricks Evangelism and a pioneer in sports analytics to present and discuss with us on the transformative power of Data and AI for organisations of all sizes.

📅 August 12: Artificial Intelligence in Project Management. This is about Artificial Intelligence in project management, discussing prompt engineering, RAG, practical use cases and ways to enhance the way to deliver projects.

This is not an introduction - it assumes basic working knowledge of AIs in the workplace.

📅 August 24: Brisbane BitDevs. For everybody interested in the development of Bitcoin and the technical, economic and philosophical implications of it. You do not need to be a developer to listen in on, or even join the discussion about the technical workings of Bitcoin or of proposed changes or developments to it.

Sydney

📅 August 2: Western Sydney Community AI Lab. Join the Western Sydney Tech Innovators - Community AI Lab, a dynamic program designed to foster AI literacy and tech innovation in our local community.
This program is tailored to curious minds who want to explore, experiment and understand how they can benefit from AI technologies

📅 August 5: Unpacking Crypto Taxes for Aussies: An Evening with the Experts. Kick off the evening with some welcome drinks, then dive into a session where experts will unpack the ins and outs of Aussie crypto taxes.
Got questions? Bring them along for the live Q&A, then stick around to connect, chat, and enjoy some food.

📅 August 14: AI & Edge Computing Meetup. Hear 3 expert tech talks, take the mic for an AI/hardware demo or announcement, and connect at Macquarie University's hub for innovation.

Melbourne

📅 August 6: Databricks User Group: DAIS Pt 2 + Moneyball Edition. Join for an engaging evening at the Melbourne Databricks User Group Meetup!

There is an incredible line-up of speakers who will share their expertise and insights into the transformative power of Databricks!

📅 August 8: Bitcoin Pub Meetup. Let's drink to Internet Money and the quiet revolution!

Come and meet like-minded people, catch up with friends, and learn about bitcoin. This night is for newbies and regulars (don't worry, they don't bite!).

📅 August 11: Developing A.I / Machine Learning systems ... optionally with Robots.

Rough agenda: 7:00 pm at 415 Church Street, Richmond
- 7:00 pm ML software "guided" build session
- 9:30 pm Projects show and tell: ad-hoc for anyone to contribute
- 9:45 pm Tidy up room
- 10:00 pm Hard stop

📅 August 13-14: CryptoWinter ‘25 - Blockchain NZ | Representing the Blockchain Ecosystem. We’re excited to invite you to register your interest for CryptoWinter ‘25, New Zealand’s inaugural blockchain and crypto conference, 13-14 August 2025, Rendezvous Heritage Hotel, Queenstown. This will be an exclusive event bringing together 150 handpicked leaders for two days of high-impact content covering DeFi, tokenisation, policy, and blockchain innovation.

We at ATB really appreciate how Blockchain NZ are trying to bring blockchain technology to Oceania, specifically New Zealand, and we're excited to support them!

August Global Blockchain Events

Rare Evo

📌Las Vegas, USA, August 6–10, 2025

Rare Evo is a blockchain conference, gathering the greatest minds and projects of various blockchain networks under one roof for a weekend of education, celebration, and networking. The mission from Rare Evo is to curate a hybrid experience of the best blockchain events the industry has known to grow and love, into a single unique, yet annual convention

Coinfest Asia 2025

📌Bali, Indonesia, August 21-22

Coinfest Asia is back — and it’s bigger than ever. This August 21–22, 2025, the world’s leading Web3 festival returns to Nuanu Creative City, Bali. Set along the breathtaking coastline of Bali’s most visionary destination, Coinfest Asia brings together over 10,000 crypto pioneers, investors, creators, and builders from across the globe.

BlockStart

📌Glasgow, Scotland, August 7-8

BlockStart is Scotland’s leading Web3 event, bringing together innovators, founders, developers, investors, creators, and curious minds from across the blockchain and digital asset space. Following the success of their 2024 debut — which welcomed hundreds of attendees and featured 70+ international speakers — the summit returns on the 7th & 8th of August 2025 to the iconic BAaD (Barras Art & Design) venue in the heart of Glasgow’s East End.

What happened last month

📅 July 1: The Road to 2030: Where is Crypto Headed?

Last month, we were joined by crypto heavyweights Tommy Honan (Director of Product) and Ted Coaldrake (Head of Content) for an insightful discussion exploring the long-term future of crypto.

In a podcast-style format — complete with a live interactive Q&A — Tommy and Ted shared their thoughts on where the industry is heading over the next five years. From adoption trends and market outlooks to the evolution of blockchain technology, no topic was off the table.

Both speakers, well known for their appearances on the Tapping Into Crypto podcast, delivered their trademark energy and depth of knowledge, making it a standout session for anyone looking to stay ahead in the space.

Watch the recording 👇

📅 July 21: Beyond Basic Exchanges: How MEXC is Building the Ultimate Trader's Paradise.

Last month, we had the pleasure of hosting Jori, the Australian representative for MEXC Exchange, for a dynamic and insightful AMA session. As the driving force behind MEXC's Offline Operations in Australia, Jori gave attendees a behind-the-scenes look at what makes the platform a standout in the crypto space.

From advanced Futures trading and automated Grid Bots to exclusive Launchpad access and one of the most diverse coin selections on the market, Jori showcased how MEXC empowers retail investors with professional-grade tools.

It was an unmissable session for anyone looking to level up their trading strategy and explore everything MEXC has to offer.

Watch the recording 👇

🌟 Sponsor Spotlight: Swyftx

We're proud to shine this month’s Sponsor Spotlight on Swyftx, one of Australia’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges and a trusted name in the digital asset space.

Swyftx makes crypto simple, secure, and accessible — whether you're a beginner taking your first steps or an experienced trader. With over 300+ listed assets, low fees, advanced trading features, and an intuitive user experience, it’s no wonder Swyftx is the go-to platform for thousands of Aussies.

✅ Low Fees – Competitive trading fees and zero-fee deposits/withdrawals for AUD.
✅ Over 300+ Assets – Access a wide range of cryptocurrencies, including top movers and hidden gems.
✅ Demo Mode – Practice risk-free with $10,000 in virtual funds before trading real money.
✅ Advanced Tools – Take advantage of features like recurring buys, bundles, and real-time price tracking.
✅ Local Support – Enjoy responsive customer service from a team based right here in Australia.
✅ Regulated & Secure – Fully registered with AUSTRAC and committed to industry-best security practices.

Swyftx a strong commitment to education and community, supporting initiatives that empower users with knowledge and confidence to navigate the crypto world, aligning them closely with ATB!

We’re thrilled to have Swyftx as a sponsor and a supporter of the growing blockchain ecosystem in Australia.

Building Our Community, One Block at a Time
Let’s Build It Together!

See you in the Education hub!!

We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with new Platinum Sponsor, MEXC! Their support will help us to grow and enhance our community activities.

About MEXC 

MEXC is a globally-recognised cryptocurrency exchange serving over 10 million users in more than 170 countries. Known for its deep liquidity, diverse range of listed digital assets, and high-performance trading infrastructure, MEXC offers spot, futures, staking, and launchpad services tailored to both new and experienced traders.

Since its founding in 2018, MEXC has built a reputation for reliability, transparency, and user-centric innovation. Their mission is to make crypto trading accessible and rewarding for all by providing seamless access to global markets and supporting the next generation of Web3 projects through strategic investment and ecosystem support. With a growing focus on the Australia and New Zealand region, MEXC is committed to building long-term partnerships, supporting grassroots communities, and helping shape the future of decentralized finance across the Asia-Pacific. Learn more at www.mexc.com

Sign-Up Link

Sign up to MEXC as a new customer by visiting this link and you'll receive trading fee discounts of 10.00% for Spot and 10.00% for Futures: https://www.mexc.com/acquisition/custom-sign-up?shareCode=mexc-Registernow

MEXC and ATB

At ALL THINGS BLOCKCHAIN, we are delighted to welcome this new collaboration with MEXC. With its growing presence in ANZ, including activations at community events, MEXC complements our mission to strengthen and build the blockchain community.

We invite all of you to join us in welcoming MEXC and to learn more about their incredible work and contributions.

Stay Connected

You can connect with MEXC on their social media channels and website:

Website: www.mexc.com
X: x.com/mexcoceania

We are excited about this new chapter and grateful for the support from our community. Let’s give a warm welcome to MEXC!

PS - You can jump on a Zoom call with us and local MEXC representative, Jori, at our upcoming live AMA on July 21 2025 to learn more about the MEXC product offering. Details and registration here: https://www.meetup.com/all-things-blockchain/events/308622711/ and https://lu.ma/yqtscwpr

Best regards,

Matt Hooper

Chairperson, ALL THINGS BLOCKCHAIN

Whether you’re just getting started or already deep in the space, this hub will be your go-to destination for discussions, resources, events, and collaboration tailored to the ATB community. Get ready to learn, connect, and grow together as we build a more inclusive future in blockchain!

Upcoming Events

Special APAC Event

📅 August 13-14: CryptoWinter ‘25 - Blockchain NZ | Representing the Blockchain Ecosystem. We’re excited to invite you to register your interest for CryptoWinter ‘25, New Zealand’s inaugural blockchain and crypto conference, 13-14 August 2025, Rendezvous Heritage Hotel, Queenstown. This will be an exclusive event bringing together 150 handpicked leaders for two days of high-impact content covering DeFi, tokenisation, policy, and blockchain innovation.

We at ATB really appreciate how Blockchain NZ are trying to bring blockchain technology to Oceania, specifically New Zealand, and we're excited to support them!

📅 July 1: The Road to 2030: Where is Crypto Headed? ​Everyone is talking about what the next 12 months could look like for crypto - but where could crypto take us in the next 5 years? Tommy Honan (Director of Product) and Ted Coaldrake (Head of Content) sit down to discuss adoption, market insights, blockchain tech, and more.

​Tommy and Ted will bring their deep knowledge of crypto markets in a podcast-style discussion with interactive Q&A. Well known for their entertaining appearances on the 'Tapping Into Crypto' podcast, you don't want to miss this opportunity to ask your questions of these industry legends!

📅 July 9: She Connects Networking Online Meetup + Fireside Chat. ​​Calling all women and allies in blockchain, crypto, AI, and emerging tech! Whether you're just starting your journey or already making strides, this event is your space to connect, learn, and grow with a global community of inspiring women. Everyone passionate about supporting women in tech is welcome to join!

📅 July 21: Beyond Basic Exchanges: How MEXC is Building the Ultimate Trader's Paradise. Curious about maximizing your crypto potential? We're thrilled to host Jori, the Australian representative for MEXC Exchange, for an illuminating AMA session! As the mastermind behind MEXC's Offline Operations in Australia, Jori will unveil how this trader's paradise offers retail investors access to a comprehensive suite of investment tools - from advanced Futures trading and automated Grid Bots to exclusive Launchpad opportunities and an expansive selection of coins that outshines most competitors.

Don't miss this chance to discover MEXC's unique ecosystem designed with serious traders in mind. Joe will share insider insights on navigating MEXC's robust platform, reveal upcoming innovations, and answer your burning questions about maximizing returns in today's dynamic crypto landscape. Whether you're a seasoned trader or just starting your investment journey, this AMA promises valuable knowledge that could transform your approach to crypto markets!

Online 

📅 July 1: Crypto Tuesdays Hangout feat The Lazy Society Mastermind Crew. G'day Crypto Enthusiasts! Ever wondered about the magic behind the buzzwords like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and blockchain? Swing by the laid-back Introduction to Crypto hangout featuring the Mastermind crew, spilling the deets on this captivating digital frontier.

📅July 8: Best Practices for Mastering GitHub Copilot Chat. Discover how the Ask, Edit, and Agent modes of GitHub Copilot Chat can transform your workflow in Visual Studio Code - demonstrating in practice, how to combine these modes to solve real problems, implement complete features, and integrate external tools.

📅 July 14: Talk and Trade. If you wanted to know more about whats happening in the crypto market then join in the monthly chit chat where they discuss all things crypto. You might even hear some alpha. Join in for a lively discussion, wanting to hear from you, what you are trading, and answer any questions about the market.

📅 July 16: Universal Account Recovery Standard (UARS) Proposal. Artem Chystiakov will explain the EIP proposing a Universal Account Recovery Standard (UARS).

Brisbane

📅 July 8: Artificial Intelligence in Project Management. Discussing Artificial Intelligence in project management, prompt engineering, RAG, and practical use cases and ways to enhance the way to deliver projects.

📅 July 10: AI Journeys: Innovating Travel Experiences. Join for a hands-on design challenge where designers will use free AI tools to solve design problems in just 60 minutes. In this fast-paced sprint, you’ll choose between two scenarios and collaborate in teams to define the problem, ideate solutions, and prototype an MVP, using AI to accelerate each step of the process.

This practical, creative session is designed to help you explore how AI can integrate into your everyday design workflow. It’s the perfect opportunity for designers who want to move beyond theory and actively experiment with AI in a real, time-boxed environment. Ideal for anyone curious about AI or looking to work smarter, not harder.

📅 July 15: AI and Society Brisbane. Join for this month's edition of AI & Society diving into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence — and how it’s reshaping the way we live, work, and connect.

Whether you're deeply embedded in the tech world or just curious about how AI affects society, this event is designed to be interactive, insightful, and social.

Sydney

📅 July 2: GDG Sydney Meetup. GDG Cloud Sydney is back for a meetup this July! Join for an evening of interesting technical talks.

Come Hire! The meetup allocates 10 minutes to people seeking technical jobs or with open roles at their company. This meetup is in the in-person format; there are no plans to stream the event.

📅 July 8: Sophie Greenfield: AI for product design/Ale Vilaplana Journey management. A CCX Sydney Event, backed by sponsor Atlassian. An amazing schedule of insightful and often challenging speakers to discuss all things digital, creative, customer experience, user experience, user interface design, content design, service design and much more!

CCX Sydney is very excited to welcome Sophie Greenfield, Experience Designer from Commonwealth Bank who will be talking to augmenting AI tools for product design. They are also looking to welcome some additional CBA Alumni to speak to AI Adoption to support Sophie.

📅 July 10: AI Night for AI Models with Atlassian. Atlassian and AICamp are bringing together AI practitioners for a panel discussion focused on real-world applications of AI model training and fine-tuning. As AI adoption accelerates across sectors, the importance of tailoring models to meet specific business needs and user contexts is more critical than ever.

This session will dive deep into the best practices for training and fine-tuning AI models, highlighting the journey from raw models to production-ready solutions that drive measurable value.

📅 July 15: Blockchain Sydney. 🌐 AGENDA:
6.30pm: RSVP arrivals and networking
7.00pm: Talk Session Kickoff

🌐 EVENT DETAILS:
Short talks by industry experts and Q&A between the audience and the speakers. Details TBA.

Melbourne

📅 July 8: AI Meetup (July) - GenAI, LLMs and Agent. Welcome to the GenAI meetup in Melbourne, in collaboration with Natural Velocity. Join for deep dive tech talks on AI, GenAI, LLMs and Agentic AI, hands-on experiences with code labs and workshops, and networking with speakers and fellow AI developers, builders, startup founders.

📅 July 11: Bitcoin Pub Meetup. Let's drink to Internet Money and the quiet revolution!

Come and meet like-minded people, catch up with friends, and learn about bitcoin. This night is for newbies and regulars (don't worry, they don't bite!).

📅 July 15: Placeholder: AI Talks. The MLAI Meetup is a community for AI researchers and professionals which hosts monthly talks on exciting research. Format is:

• 6:00 - 6:20: Socializing

• 6:20 - 6:40: Announcements and AI news

• 6:40 - 7:40: Talk(s) and Q&A

• 7:40 - 8:00 Networking

• 8:00: Head to the nearest pub for dinner

Conferences from around the globe...

📍Cannes, France - June 30 - July 3

The Ethereum Community Conference (EthCC) is the largest annual European Ethereum event focused on technology and community.

📍Kyoto, Japan – July 2-4

Join one of Japan's largest startup conference, with over 12,000 entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate decision-makers in attendance.

📍Berlin, Germany - July 16-18

Web3 Summit is a community-driven event where builders, developers, and researchers come together to shape the future of the decentralized web. The summit features thought-provoking talks, interactive workshops, and unconference-style sessions, alongside a 24/7 hackathon and open collaboration spaces for hands-on innovation. Whether you want to host a session, showcase a project, or connect with the Web3 community, this is your space to build, learn, and share.

📍Mombasa, Kenya & Zanzibar, Tanzania - July 2-5

DePIN Summit Africa 2025, the premier global event for Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN), is set to return in 2025, taking place on July 2nd in Mombasa, Kenya, and July 4th-5th in Zanzibar, Tanzania. The summit, organized by EV3, Share, and ThreeFold, will gather industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore the transformative potential of decentralized infrastructure globally.

What happened last month

📅 June 3: Funding the Future: Unlocking R&D Resources for Your Web3 Vision

On Tuesday, June 3rd, participants attended an insightful session that explored the complex world of R&D funding for decentralised ledger technologies.

The speaker was Deb Kocak from Granton, a recognised expert in the R&D space with many years of experience developing targeted grant applications.

Attendees discovered how blockchain and decentralised applications could qualify for R&D grants, gaining practical guidance from an industry expert who understood the unique challenges faced by Web3 startups.

Deb shared authentic "tales from the trenches"—real application stories, common pitfalls, and strategic approaches that had helped Web3 pioneers secure crucial development funding. The session also explored the synergy between grant applications and R&D lending options to help create a comprehensive funding strategy for blockchain ventures.

Watch the recording 👇

📅 June 25: What Is Web3 Investing? A Beginner’s Guide to the Future of Blockchain.

Along with SunDAO, the largest interchain-focused investment community, we hosted a clear and insightful session on how Web3 investment works—from deal flow and community-led capital to the next wave of blockchain infrastructure.

This 90-minute session helped attendees explore:
🔹 What was next for crypto, Web3, and blockchain infrastructure
🔹 How Web3 investing compared to traditional venture capital
🔹 Where early-stage deals happened—and who got access
🔹 What made SunDAO unique and how participants could get involved

The session also included a live Q&A, providing the chance to ask questions and connect with others exploring the space.

Whether a builder, investor, or curious participant, attendees gained a rare behind-the-scenes look at how investment in Web3 really happened.

Watch the recording 👇

🌟 Sponsor Spotlight: Granton

Granton is a dynamic team of consultants and startup enthusiasts dedicated to empowering startups by helping them level up their grant game. As a key sponsor of ATB, Granton brings deep expertise in navigating funding pathways for startups of all sizes, with a focus on R&D tax incentives, startup grants, and accelerator programs.

With over six years of experience, Granton has helped companies secure more than $5 million in funding—ranging from R&D rebates to placements in competitive accelerator programs. Their mission is simple: to transform bold ideas into reality and propel innovative ventures toward sustainable success.

🔧 Services Offered by Granton

R&D Tax Incentives
Been innovating? Granton helps companies claim up to 43.5% back on eligible R&D expenses. Their expert guidance ensures seamless applications for the R&D Tax Incentive, fueling growth and product development.

Startup Grants
Granton supports startups in accessing public funding through programs like Ignite Ideas, ActiveKit, EMDG, and more. Their team crafts compelling, high-impact applications designed to help ventures thrive.

Program Applications
Whether it’s incubators, accelerators, or innovation labs, Granton assists startups in securing competitive spots in top-tier programs—opening doors to mentorship, funding, and exponential growth.

📩 For founders ready to unlock funding opportunities, Granton is the go-to partner to make it happen.

A Special Message from our Sponsor

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Let's Connect

Building Our Community, One Block at a Time
Let’s Build It Together!

See you in the community hub!!

As a valued member of our community, you’re invited to attend for FREE. 🙌

This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with others in Australia’s growing Web3 and AI economy, all happening alongside one of the country’s largest digital innovation conferences.

Date: June 18th
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Location: JW Marriott Gold Coast, Surfers Paradise
🎟 Secure your spot here with this free Luma ticket:
https://lu.ma/4jgds1vk

Expect real conversations, powerful connections, and a fun, welcoming environment for anyone passionate about the future of tech.

Hope to see you there!

Warmly,
The All Things Blockchain Team

Upcoming Events

ATB

📅 June 3: Join us on Tuesday, June 3rd for an insightful session navigating the complex world of R&D funding for decentralised ledger technologies.

Our speaker is Deb Kocak from Granton. Deb is an expert in the R&D space who brings many years’ experience in developing targeted grant applications.

Discover how blockchain and decentralised applications qualify for R&D grants, with practical guidance from an industry expert who understand the unique challenges of Web3 startups.

📅 June 18: Join us and our community partners—EvolvH3R, WODECA, and the Women in Crypto Association—on the beautiful Gold Coast for a special She Connects networking event, hosted during the DECA Conference!

You need a luma ticket for this FREE event. https://lu.ma/4jgds1vk

What to Expect:
👉 Connect with women and allies in Web3, AI, and blockchain.
👉 Meet founders, investors, developers, and industry leaders.
👉 Exchange insights and explore new opportunities.
👉 Build meaningful relationships in a welcoming space.
👉 Accelerate your connections with an impactful networking game.

Online 

📅 June 11: Web3 Game Design and Implementation. Peter Robinson & Penelope Robinson will explain design and implementation of web3 games, with a focus on games for Immutable zkEVM.

📅 June 18: Indexing blockchain data with Subgraphs and Data Pipelines. Andrew Gelman will give us a deep dive on how to index blockchain data and create subgraphs and data pipelines using GoldSky.

Brisbane

📅 June 5: Bitcoin Brisbane Meetup #52. Join Bitcoin Brisbane at their private venue in Brisbane One Apartments - Tower Two for an evening of Bitcoin insights, presentations, discussions and amazing BBQ.

This event is Bitcoin-only. There will be opportunities for Q&A during and after the talks, and will be doing the Soap Box session where anyone can speak for 5 minutes on a topic related to Bitcoin - (dual microphones so everyone will be able to hear the speakers clearly and easily ask questions).

📅 June 5: Governing the Algorithm – Representation, Design, Trust & Truth in Ai. As artificial intelligence and algorithms become increasingly embedded in the fabric of our lives, the question isn’t if they shape our decisions—but how. From job applications to loan approvals and even criminal sentencing, these technologies are influencing outcomes that deeply affect people’s futures.

📅 June 11: AI and Society Brisbane. Join this month's edition of AI & Society, diving into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence — and how it’s reshaping the way we live, work, and connect.

Whether you're deeply embedded in the tech world or just curious about how AI affects society, this event is designed to be interactive, insightful, and social.

Sydney

📅 June 18: Blockchain Sydney. Details TBA!

Sydney is pretty dry this month 😕 All other events seem to be sponsored meetups

Melbourne

📅 June 10: AI Meetup (June) - GenAI, LLMs and Agent. In collaboration with Natural Velocity and AI Camp, Graph Database Melbourne has deep dive tech talks on AI, GenAI, LLMs and Agentic AI, hands-on experiences with code labs and workshops, and networking with speakers and fellow AI developers, builders, startup founders.

June 4: Agent Prompting Deep Dive & A Canvanaut's Data Science Leadership Journey. Data Science Melbourne has two very intriguing topics with two excellent speakers. Come find out how you can get better at agent prompting in AI, and also get lessons from a Data Science leader at Australia's coolest tech company Canva.

Conferences from around the globe...

📍Rotkreuz, Switzerland – JUNE 5–6

Crypto Valley Conference 2025 | Hosted by IEEE and the Crypto Valley Association, this event brings together over 60 speakers and 1,500 attendees for deep dives into blockchain technology and finance. Highlights include a VIP dinner at Villa Villette and a scenic boat cruise on Lake Zug.

📍Nairobi, Kenya – JUNE 6

Kenya Blockchain & Crypto Conference | Now in its third edition, this conference focuses on how blockchain technology can drive Africa's growth, featuring discussions on decentralized finance, digital identity, and regional innovation.

📍Online – JUNE 9–13

Blockchain Community Day 2025 | A global virtual gathering for developers, founders, and tech leaders to explore how decentralized technologies are transforming industries and everyday life. The event features talks, workshops, and insights from Web3 pioneers.

📍Prague, Czech Republic – JUNE 19–21

BTC Prague 2025 | One of Europe's largest Bitcoin events, BTC Prague brings together Bitcoin enthusiasts, developers, and businesses to discuss the future of the cryptocurrency and its role in the global economy.

📍Brooklyn, New York, USA – JUNE 24–26

Permissionless IV | Organized by Blockworks and Bankless, this conference is a hub for crypto developers focusing on on-chain applications and blockchain infrastructure. It's a must-attend for those building the decentralized web.

📍Tsukuba, Japan – JUNE 25–27

BIOTC 2025 | The International Conference on Blockchain and Internet of Things Convergence (BIOTC) explores the intersection of blockchain technology and IoT, featuring academic presentations and industry discussions.

What happened last month

📅 May 6: Weaponising the Blockchain: Securing Decentralised Systems with Labrys.

We heard from blockchain software expert, Taylor Scheel of Labrys, who brought a technical deep dive into cybersecurity challenges in a decentralised world.

Taylor explored the unintended consequences of permissionless, decentralised, and censorship-resistant technologies—focusing on how they can be both powerful tools for good and potential weapons for harm.

📅 May 19: From Australia to the World: Hashlock's Journey in Fortifying Web3.

Monday, May 19th we had our monthly online-only AMA featuring Jock Haslam and Thomas Tracey from Hashlock, Australia's pioneering Web3 cybersecurity firm. They discussed a homegrown success story, that has become a trusted global guardian of blockchain integrity through their specialised distributed ledger auditing services.

We learned Hashlock's remarkable growth trajectory from Australian origins to international prominence. Jock and Fletcher shared insights into their strategic approach to business development, including their thoughtful expansion into key global markets and their distinctive presence at major industry conferences.

📅 May 22: Bitcoin Pizza Day 2025.

Bitcoin Brisbane, Swyftx, Proof of Search, Stand With Crypto Australian, and Virgo hosted Brisbane's community together for drinks at Felons Brewing to mark Bitcoin Pizza Day 2025!

On 22 May 2010, now known as Bitcoin Pizza Day, Laszlo Hanyecz agreed to pay 10,000 Bitcoins for two delivered Papa John's pizzas. Organised on bitcointalk forum, the Florida man reached out for help. "I'll pay 10,000 bitcoins for a couple of pizzas... like maybe 2 large ones so I have some left over for the next day," Hanyecz wrote.

Sponsor Spotlight

Hashlock is Australia's premier independent smart contract security firm, specialising in comprehensive blockchain and Web3 security solutions. Recognised as the first fully independent auditor accepted by Blockchain Australia, Hashlock is trusted by developers, startups, and enterprises alike.

🔍 Core Services

• Smart Contract Audits: Hashlock conducts in-depth audits across various programming languages, including Solidity, Rust, and Move, ensuring the security of smart contracts on platforms like Ethereum, Solana, and Polkadot.

• Bridge & Cross-Chain Audits: Specialised audits for blockchain bridges to ensure secure interoperability between different blockchain networks.

• Web3 & dApp Security: Comprehensive security assessments for decentralised applications, covering both backend and frontend components.

• Testing & QA: Rigorous testing services, including unit, integration, and fuzz testing, to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.

• Tokenomics & RWA Audits: Evaluation of token economic models and real-world asset tokenization projects to ensure stability and compliance.

• Compliance & Governance: Assistance in achieving compliance with standards like VARA, DORA, and CCSS, and establishing robust governance frameworks.

Hashlock's team of seasoned auditors and security researchers is dedicated to ensuring the safety and integrity of blockchain projects. Their meticulous audit process includes manual code reviews, automated testing, and comprehensive reporting, providing actionable insights to fortify smart contracts against potential threats.

Let's Connect

Building Our Community, One Block at a Time – Let’s Build It Together!

- Your ATB Team

Exciting News!

We’re thrilled to announce our official partnership with Consensus 2025, Presented by CoinDesk, the premier event for blockchain, crypto, and Web3 innovation! As a community partner, we’re bringing you an exclusive 20% discount on tickets – WOMENDIGITAL

This is your chance to connect with industry leaders, innovators, and like-minded builders shaping the future of Web3. Don’t miss out!

Upcoming Events

ATB

📅 May 6: Join us to hear from blockchain software expert, Taylor Scheel of Labrys, who will bring a technical deep dive into cybersecurity challenges in a decentralised world.

In this talk, Taylor will explore the unintended consequences of permissionless, decentralised, and censorship-resistant technologies—focusing on how they can be both powerful tools for good and potential weapons for harm. Using botnets as a key example, we’ll examine how blockchain technology can be leveraged in ways that may bypass traditional security measures, creating new challenges in cybersecurity.

📅 May 19: From Australia to the World: Hashlock's Journey in Fortifying Web3. Join us on Monday, May 19th for an online-only AMA featuring Jock Haslam and Fletcher Roberts from Hashlock, Australia's pioneering Web3 cybersecurity firm. Discover how this homegrown success story has become a trusted global guardian of blockchain integrity through their specialised distributed ledger auditing services. This interactive session offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with industry-leading security experts who understand the unique challenges facing decentralised projects.

Learn about Hashlock's remarkable growth trajectory from Australian origins to international prominence. Jock and Fletcher will share insights into their strategic approach to business development, including their thoughtful expansion into key global markets and their distinctive presence at major industry conferences. Discover how Hashlock has built meaningful relationships within the web3 ecosystem through authentic engagement rather than aggressive sales tactics - a philosophy that has earned them trusted partner status with blockchain innovators worldwide.

Online 

📅 May 14: Statistical Proof of Execution (SPEX). Michele Dallachiesa and Antonio Pitasi will discuss the intersection of blockchain and AI.

Brisbane

📅 May 12: Artificial Intelligence in Project Management. Alex Tate works in the Industrial, Manufacturing, and Mining sectors, he will be presenting on his use of AI to make sure that projects are delivered successfully.

📅 May 14: AI & Society Brisbane brings together people from all walks of life who are keen to explore the social, ethical and everyday impact of AI.
Whether you're from tech, policy, business, research, or you're just AI-curious, this event is your chance to connect, learn, and contribute.

Sunshine Coast

📅 May 8: Sunshine Coast Blockchain Meetup. Join for the May social event at the Saavy Squire – Beer Hall. As always a great chance to connect with the community of blockchain and crypto enthusiasts, enjoy a drink, and discuss the latest trends in the space.

📅 May 13: Blockchain, NFTs, Crypto, and Networking. The Sunshine Coast Blockchain Meetup is a blockchain agnostic forum to learn and share knowledge about the crypto-blockchain space.

The meetup structure will be as follows:

– 6:30pm – Networking over pizza and drinks
– 7pm – Intro and news bites
– 7:10pm – 2 presentations (approx. 15 minutes each + Q&A)
– 7:40pm – Dessert and back to networking

Sydney

📅 May 1: Sydney Data & AI Innovation Meetup 2025. In an era when data and AI are redefining industries, join the All Thing Data team at the Microsoft Reactor for an immersive forum that brings together Sydney’s brightest minds in data, analytics, and artificial intelligence.

📅 May 6: Frontenders Sydney Meetup #18, Tue, 6 May 2025, 6:00 pm | Meetup. This meetup is about everything and anything frontend related - discussions are encouraged on all frontends, from Vue to Svelte, React, and Angular; even design related topics like design systems and UX/UI.

📅 May 7: Blockchain Sydney. Short talks by industry experts and Q&A between the audience and the speakers. Details TBA

Melbourne

📅 May 1: Lessons in using serverless for critical payments infrastructure. Dive into the journey from branch-based development, automatic rollbacks and hot deployments.

📅 May 13: AI Meetup. The GenAI meetup in Melbourne, in collaboration with Natural Velocity. Join for deep dive tech talks on AI, Generative AI, LLMs, ML, and Data, networking with speakers & fellow developers.

Bringing you conferences from all around the globe

📍Dubai, UAE - MAY 1-2

Sui Basecamp | Sui's global conference - Gear up for two action-packed days filled with thought-provoking insights, live demos of Sui’s tech, fun networking opportunities, exclusive previews of what’s ahead, and the tools to turn your aspirations into action!

📍New York, USA - MAY 1-4

FarCon 2025. Farcaster’s annual event, organized by the community, for innovators, builders, and network contributors. The Summit will feature talks, demos, and pop-up activations by the Farcaster community. Formal schedule to follow...

📍 Switzerland – MAY 1-26

Zuitzerland. Who's it for? Web3 builders, DAO participants, and technologists interested in exploring how Switzerland’s rich history and contemporary governance structures can inform the creation of new societies. Technologies interested in testing tools with eager users.

📍Vienna, Austria - MAY 6-8

Sonic Summit 2025 - "Sonic Summit is our flagship event — three full days of uniting builders, investors, and enthusiasts in the heart of Vienna. From morning technical deep-dives to evening hack sessions in historic coffee houses, Summit is where we showcase the future of blockchain."

What Happened last month

📅 April 1: Introducing Wallet V: Leading you into the world of Web3

Joined by Virgo Exchange where we held an engaging session with Peter Ip and Viola Hui, diving deep into the key challenges facing retail cryptocurrency traders, including fiat on/off-ramps and the growing demand for self-custody solutions.

Our recorded livestream:

📅 April 3: Sonic Down Under - Brisbane Blockchain Community Event

We hosted the Brisbane area of the Sonic Down Under tour, sponsored by Paintswap, Sonic Labs and Sovradao.

About Sonic Down Under:
Sonic Down Under is a community-led event series bringing together builders, investors, and freelancers to explore the next wave of blockchain innovation. Spanning three cities—Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane—this series dives into the future of Layer 1s, smart contract development, and the real-world applications of Web3 for creatives and developers. Led by Paintswap, the premier NFT marketplace on Sonic, the fastest Layer 1 EVM, and other ecosystem partners, Sonic Down Under is where deep discussions meet hands-on learning and real-world networking.

📅 April 7: She Connects: Online Networking Meetup

An online networking meetup for all women and allies in blockchain, crypto, AI, and emerging tech!

What Happened:

👉 Fireside chats featuring inspiring women sharing their journeys
👉 Fun and interactive networking sessions to connect and collaborate
👉 Quick, actionable tips to boost your digital career

📅 April 28: Beyond the Storm: Bybit's Exercise in Security, Transparency & Web3 Leadership

Our online AMA of the month featured industry leader Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange with over $40 billion in average daily trading volume. This session, explored how Bybit has not only weathered the recent 2025 security incident but emerged stronger, demonstrating unprecedented transparency and reinforcing their commitment to 1:1 asset backing through their treasury. Their swift and decisive response has set new standards for security protocols across the crypto landscape.

Sponsor Spotlight

Founded in 2018, Virgo is committed to make crypto trading as convenient and secure yet affordable for all around the world. They are one of the most trusted trading platforms and dedicated to streamlining trading experience and empowering clients with advanced technology, superior liquidity, and best-in-class security. They have been a longtime sponsor of ATB and we have collaborated on countless events with them. Virgo provides safe, easy and affordable access for all levels of traders to buy and sell cryptos and other digital assets.

Key values (from Virgo):

Security

Virgo allows Australians to buy and sell cryptocurrencies and digital assets safely and easily. We utilize advanced technologies to secure your funds and information. You can fund your account and buy crypto with confidence.

Fairness

We provide easy access to crypto trading with attractive pricing by providing instant deposit, tight spreads, and high liquidity.

Professionalism

We are trusted and we operate diligently. Our company is externally audited and we hold the highest standard of legal compliance, business conduct and ethics.

Transparency

Your trust requires our transparency. We don't charge any deposit or commission fees and offer competitive spreads. The fee schedule is straight-forward so you know exactly what you pay and what you get.

Let's Connect

Building Our Community, One Block at a Time – Let’s Build It Together!
- Your ATB Team

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You can connect with Stellio graphic and web design on their social media channels and website:

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We are excited about this new chapter and grateful for the continued support from our community. Let’s give a warm welcome to Stellio Graphic & Web Design to the ATB community. 

Let's get straight into it... no boring prologue:

We’re thrilled to announce our official partnership with Consensus 2025, Presented by CoinDesk, the premier event for blockchain, crypto, and Web3 innovation! As a community partner, we’re bringing you an exclusive 20% discount on tickets – tune in for next months newsletter or an announcement later for the code.

This is your chance to connect with industry leaders, innovators, and like-minded builders shaping the future of Web3. Don’t miss out!

📅 April 1: Introducing Wallet V: Leading you into the world of Web3. Join All Things Blockchain and Virgo Exchange on April 1st for an engaging session with Peter Ip and Viola Hui where we’ll dive deep into the key challenges facing retail cryptocurrency traders, including fiat on/off-ramps and the growing demand for self-custody solutions.

Virgo Exchange are putting up $100 in BTC for the winner of a quiz on the night, as well as two runner-up prizes of $50 BTC gift cards!

📅 April 3: Sonic Down Under - A community-led event bringing together builders, investors, and freelancers to explore the next wave of blockchain innovation. Topics include the future of Layer 1s, smart contract development, and real-world applications of Web3 for creatives and developers.

(HOSTED BY DANIELLE MARIE, THE CEO OF ATB) 📅April 7: She Connects. Calling all women and allies in blockchain, crypto, AI, and emerging tech! Whether you're just starting your journey or already making strides, this event is your space to connect, learn, and grow with a global community of inspiring women.

📅April 2: Learn Live: AI security fundamentals. Delve into the unique aspects of AI security, comparing and contrasting it with traditional security measures. Discover the tools and controls essential for securing AI systems, and understand the principles of responsible AI, including the specific harms that security professionals must address. Gain insights into how to navigate the evolving landscape of AI security effectively.

📅April 4: ExeQuantum: Protecting Crypto & Blockchain in the Quantum Era. The ExeQuantum Cybersecurity Event is a premier gathering of industry experts, innovators, and professionals dedicated to addressing the growing cybersecurity challenges in blockchain, Web3, and digital assets. This event will provide a comprehensive exploration of emerging cyber threats, quantum security advancements, and best practices for safeguarding blockchain infrastructure.

(HOSTED BY DANIELLE MARIE, THE CEO OF ATB) 📅April 7: She Connects. Calling all women and allies in blockchain, crypto, AI, and emerging tech! Whether you're just starting your journey or already making strides, this event is your space to connect, learn, and grow with a global community of inspiring women.

Everyone passionate about supporting women in tech is welcome to join!

​Here’s What’s Happening:
👉 Fireside chats featuring inspiring women sharing their journeys
👉 Fun and interactive networking sessions to connect and collaborate
👉 Quick, actionable tips to boost your digital career

(ATB EVENT) 📅 April 1: Introducing Wallet V: Leading you into the world of Web3. Join All Things Blockchain and Virgo Exchange on April 1st for an engaging session with Peter Ip and Viola Hui where we’ll dive deep into the key challenges facing retail cryptocurrency traders, including fiat on/off-ramps and the growing demand for self-custody solutions.

Virgo Exchange are putting up $100 in BTC for the winner of a quiz on the night, as well as two runner-up prizes of $50 BTC gift cards!

📅 April 2: Ethereum Peer Data Availability Sampling. Francesco D'Amato from Ethereum Foundation will explain Peer DAS.

(ATB EVENT) 📅 April 3: Sonic Down Under - A community-led event bringing together builders, investors, and freelancers to explore the next wave of blockchain innovation. Topics include the future of Layer 1s, smart contract development, and real-world applications of Web3 for creatives and developers.

📅 April 16: AI and Society Brisbane: Networking Drinks. Join for the third AI Society event as we explore the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence and its growing impact on our daily lives.

📅 April 10: Sunshine Coast Blockchain Meetup: Intro to Crypto Trading Strategies. Join Sunshine Coast Blockchain Meetu this April for an exciting educational workshop on crypto trading strategies with renowned expert Craig Cobb.

Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your approach, this session will provide valuable insights into navigating the crypto markets.

Nothings really going on in here 😕 (doesnt mean literally no events, just none related enough - I am very lazy 😄).

Feel free to add your own events or ones you know of in comments!

📅 April 1: AI, Crypto & NFTs: What's in it for me, in Web3? (Lunch & Learn) Web3 Conversation with Creators, Freelancers & Solopreneurs. A lunch and learn session discussing the intersections of AI, crypto, and NFTs within the Web3 landscape.

📅 April 26: DAO Governance & the Future of Decentralization
An in-depth exploration of how DAOs are reshaping governance structures, featuring discussions on voting mechanisms, token-based decision-making, and community-led initiatives.

📍 Bucharest, Romania – April 2 - 5

Builders, hackers, contributors, enthusiasts, communities, executives, degens, and regulators will meet, greet diversity & have fun under Bucharest's roof.

ETH Bucharest is not just an event; it's a movement empowering creativity, bold ideas, and meaningful connections in the heart of Eastern Europe. Discover Bucharest's rich culture & dynamic vibe, best known as the Little Paris."

📍 Hong Kong – April 6 - 9, 50,000 + Attendees

Web3 嘉年華 - Asia's premier, largest crypto gathering co-hosted by WXblockchain and HashKeygroup. This Web3 events creates an ideal networking environment to foster collaboration and innovations.

📍São Paulo, Brazil – April 7 - 10

AIBC Americas - World Leading AI and Blockchain Conference - "With Brazil’s government increasing its efforts to focus on growing the country’s standing as a hub for the emerging technologies, AIBC America’s first event for the market is perfectly timed to connect its wide-reaching network in the West with LatAm’s leading innovators, and policy makers.

South America, led by Brazil, is rapidly emerging as a leader in tech-focussed businesses. Investment in areas such as AI and Blockchain has allowed the region to leverage long-awaited opportunities to leapfrog toward greater levels of innovation, productivity, and socio-economic progress.

– In Oxford Insights’ AI Readiness Index 2019, Brazil was ranked 40 out of 192 countries, a sign that the South American powerhouse is moving up in the emerging tech sector.

– An AI Index report from Stanford University illuminates this shift in direction for the country’s economy – Brazil is now considered one of the top 5 countries in the world with the fastest growth in AI hiring."

📍 Paris, France – April 8 - 10, 10,000 + Attendees
Paris Blockchain Week. Europe’s leading blockchain and Web3 event, bringing together thought leaders, innovators, and developers to discuss the future of decentralized technology, sustainability in blockchain, and the latest advancements in DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs.

📍Dubai, UAE – April 30, 15,000 Attendees
TOKEN2049 | 30 April - 1 May 2025. Dubai's premier crypto and Web3 conference, featuring industry-defining keynotes, high-impact networking, and exclusive insights into the evolving digital asset landscape.

📅 March 4: ATB Monthly Meetup – Accelerate Action: Thriving in Crypto & Web3
We hosted a special International Women’s Day edition of our ATB monthly meetup, in partnership with Women of Deca and Women in Digital Economy. Inspiring conversations and networking opportunities filled the night, with a focus on showcasing women thriving in the digital economy.

📅 March 17: From ETH to ATO – Straight Talk on Crypto Tax in 2025!
Tax professional Mat Merlahan from Tax On Chain broke down the complexities of cryptocurrency taxation in Australia, providing expert insights on compliance and best practices.

Our sponsor spot line this month is : Crypto Tax Accountants Australia - Tax On Chain - Qualified crypto accountants who take the headache out of meeting your tax obligations, allowing you to focus your time on creating wealth and securing financial freedom in the growing crypto economy. specialist crypto accounting firm providing crypto tax and accounting services to clients who are active in the cryptocurrency and Web3 space. Whether it’s DeFi, DAOs, NFTs or anything in between, our specialist crypto accountants speak your language and will work with you to sort out your crypto tax and accounting requirements.

A specialist crypto accounting firm providing crypto tax and accounting services to clients who are active in the cryptocurrency and Web3 space. Whether it’s DeFi, DAOs, NFTs or anything in between, their specialist crypto accountants speak your language and will work with you to sort out your crypto tax and accounting requirements.

A few of the many services:

"Crypto Tax Reports - Whether you’re leverage trading, yield farming, hunting airdrops or trading NFTs, our cryptocurrency tax experts have seen it all.

Treasury Management & Virtual CFO - We offer specialised treasury management and virtual CFO services tailored for crypto native businesses, DAOs and crypto projects to help them achieve sustainable growth.

Forensic Crypto Accounting - We provide specialised crypto forensic accounting services to assist a wide range of clients, including government agencies, law enforcement, corporations, and lawyers, in uncovering and investigating irregularities within digital transactions.

SMSF - We establish crypto SMSFs and manage their ongoing crypto tax compliance so they can invest knowing their regulatory obligations are always being met."

We are thrilled to announce that we are continuing our collaboration with Platinum Sponsor, Hashlock! Their support and collaboration will help us continue to grow and enhance our community activities.

About Hashlock

Hashlock was born with the vision of conducting the most comprehensive blockchain security research possible and applying it with their clients to boost safe innovation. The founders and team quickly learned that this learning process will never end. Hashlock aims to influence blockchain innovation, regulation and usage to best reflect web3s original core values.

Hashlock’s mission is to to ensure that blockchain adoption and innovation can be widely used and trusted by the public, corporations and creators. They aim to protect clients, their stakeholders and the community by auditing web3 technology and providing other blockchain cybersecurity related services to help prevent hacks and make Blockchain technology safer for everyone.

How Hashlock Will Contribute

With Hashlock's sponsorship, we will be able to stay on top of the latest developments in the blockchain security landscape. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to keep the community informed by bringing subject matter experts into our conversations.

We invite all of you to join us in welcoming Hashlock and to learn more about their incredible work and contributions.

Stay Connected

You can connect with Hashlock on their social media channels and website:

Website: https://www.hashlock.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hashlock

X: https://x.com/Hashlock

We are excited about this new chapter and grateful for the continued support from our community. Let’s give a warm welcome to Hashlock!

Best regards,

Matt

Chairperson, ALL THINGS BLOCKCHAIN

We are thrilled to announce that we are continuing our collaboration with Platinum Sponsor, Virgo Exchange Australia! Their support and collaboration will help us continue to grow and enhance our community activities.

About Virgo Exchange

Virgo.co is one of Australia's leading cryptocurrency exchange platforms. They're dedicated to providing easy access for all Australians to buy and sell cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum and 70+ more cryptocurrencies. Their commitment to safety and compliance ensures a secure trading environment approved by AUSTRAC. Trade effortlessly with the mobile app, available for both iOS and Android devices. Join Virgo now to experience the power of cryptocurrency trading at Virgo.co/au.

How Virgo Will Contribute

With Virgo's sponsorship, we will be able to keep our members up to speed with the latest advancements in the world of crypto exchanges and apps. This collaboration aligns with our mission to educate and keep the community up to speed with developments in crypto trading.

We invite all of you to join us in welcoming Virgo and to learn more about their incredible work and contributions.

Special Offer

Receive a $20 Sign-Up Bonus when you verify your new account with Virgo Australia. You can access the discount by using the code ATB2025 or via this sign-up link: https://virgo.co/au/register?code=ATB2025

Stay Connected

You can connect with Virgo on their social media channels and website:

Website: https://virgo.co/au/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/virgo-australia

X: https://x.com/Virgo_AUS

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virgo_aus

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@virgo_aus

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC58qclHWnwLtlnY4bL4TPJA

We are excited about this new chapter and grateful for the continued support from our community. Let’s give a warm welcome to Virgo!

Best regards,

Matt

Chairperson, ALL THINGS BLOCKCHAIN

We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Silver Sponsor, Proof of Search! Their support will help us continue to grow and enhance our community activities.

About Proof of Search

Proof of Search is Queensland's only specialist Web3 Recruiter! Proof of Search is a boutique recruitment firm that specialises purely on building high-calibre specialist teams for BlockChain, Crypto & Web3-focused businesses. In other words - companies that use decentralised technology. Specific sectors they cover are: DeFi, Digital Identity, NFTs/Metaverse, Layer Ones, Layer Twos, Cross-chain Liquidity, Exchanges, Staking Providers, Market Makers, Exchanges and Private Equity.

Proof of Search and ATB

At ALL THINGS BLOCKCHAIN, we are delighted to strengthen our relationship with Proof of Search through this collaboration. With their deep and longstanding international expertise in Web3 recruitment, the network and connections which Proof of Search open up for our community are vast.

We invite all of you to join us in welcoming Proof of Search and to learn more about their incredible work and contributions.

Special Offer

For ATB members, Proof of Search is offering an incredible discount - 10% recruitment fees until April 25, 2025. Reach out to Kevin Gibson via email to take advantage of this special offer: kevin@proofofsearch.io.

Stay Connected

You can connect with Proof of Search on their social media channels and website:

Website: https://www.proofofsearch.io

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/proofofsearch/

Telegram: https://t.me/KevinPOS

We are excited about this new chapter and grateful for the continued support from our community. Let’s give a warm welcome to Proof of Search!

Best regards,

Matt Hooper

Chairperson, ALL THINGS BLOCKCHAIN

We are thrilled to announce that we are continuing our collaboration with Event Sponsor, Swyftx! Their support will help us continue to grow and enhance our community activities.

About Swyftx

Swyftx is an Australian cryptocurrency exchange. The multi-award winning business is the country’s top-rated exchange and supports around 800,000 retail, business and SMSF customers across the ANZ region. Swyftx was founded in 2018 and is AUSTRAC registered.

A Message from Swyftx CEO Jason Titman

Since 2018, Swyftx has found new ways for customers to engage with a new market. Above all else, the customer experience and peace of mind we seek to deliver is a long-term focus. 

This is the basis for who we are and what we do at Swyftx. So when I’m asked ‘what is different about Swyftx’, my answer is always anchored in the strength of our culture. We imagined a world where Web3 could have a customer experience to rival or surpass any traditional business and we made it happen. 

We have never deviated from our mission to be the most trusted exchange in Australia. That, combined with our dedication to security and value, is the foundation of our commitment to customers.

The Web3 industry will transform our society over the next decade. We are proud of the role we play supporting our customers to access this opportunity. I am personally proud to lead an exchange that is doing so much to promote financial freedom, on behalf of so many customers.

— Jason Titman, CEO of Swyftx

Swyftx and ATB

At ALL THINGS BLOCKCHAIN, we are delighted to welcome the ongoing relationship with Swyftx. With its significant local workforce in South-East Queensland, Swyftx complements our mission to strengthen and build the blockchain community.

We invite all of you to join us in welcoming Swyftx and to learn more about their incredible work and contributions.

Stay Connected

You can connect with Swyftx on their social media channels and website:

Website: https://www.swyftx.com.au

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/swyftx/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swyftx

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swyftx

Instagram: http://instagram.com/swyftx

YouTube: http://youtube.com/channel/UCwY1JU3769E6flCHj1KpwbQ

We are excited about this new chapter and grateful for the continued support from our community. Let’s give a warm welcome to Swyftx!

Best regards,

Matt Hooper

Chairperson, ALL THINGS BLOCKCHAIN

Tuesday 4 February - Level 2, 315 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley (The Precinct)
5:30 PM – 6:15 PM: Networking session with gourmet food and drink
6:15 PM – 7:15 PM: Expert Panel - 'Outlook & Trends for the Aussie Crypto Industry in 2025'
7:15 PM – 8:00 PM: Networking session with drinks

Register now as ticket numbers are capped for this event :)

Register here: https://lu.ma/7dkbvvy2 or here: https://www.meetup.com/all-things-blockchain/events/305375056/

Stand with Crypto is a unifying initiative designed to inspire and connect web3 communities across the country. It creates a platform for meaningful dialogue between innovators, policymakers, and leaders in the crypto ecosystem.

This movement highlights the tangible value of blockchain technology by showcasing its real-world applications in job creation, economic growth, and community empowerment. Together, we’re rallying behind a shared vision to champion the future of crypto and the digital economy in Australia.

At this event you'll hear from leading voices shaping the crypto landscape in Australia.

🎤 What to Expect:

- Insights from leading voices shaping Australia’s crypto landscape (stay tuned for speaker announcements!)
- A platform for meaningful dialogue between the industry and policymakers
- A community of like-minded blockchain enthusiasts driving the future of web3

🎟 Tickets are limited, so secure your spot now!

📅 Date: Wednesday 29 January
⏲ 17:30pm - 19:30pm
📍 Location: The Precinct, Fortitude Valley
👉 Register here: https://lu.ma/94fc96lh or https://www.meetup.com/all-things-blockchain/events/305178565/

Let’s build momentum and show the world that Brisbane stands with crypto!

Lets get straight into it... no boring prologue:

Happy new year y'all! The community we had in 2024 was insane, and so fun, we thank you for supporting ATB and are extremely excited for 2025, with bigger events, interviews, and projects ~ this years gonna be big! (ik the word "year" has already been listed a million times 😆 bear with me...)

PAID EVENT January 4: Exploring the Impact of AGI on Society. An engaging virtual discussion about Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and the future of technology!

ATB EVENT January 13: Decoding Crypto Tax: Insights from an industry insider! Join us as we kick off 2025 with an enlightening AMA featuring Damian Lloyd from Cadena Legal, a leading expert in Australian crypto taxation. Matt Hooper will be our moderator as we discuss the fascinating world which Damian inhabits in his role at Cadena. These are interactive discussions where you can ask Damian questions live during the call.

January 14: How to Build AI Skills For Your Career in 2025. Join this webinar to learn how you can build AI in your career and avoid the spookiness of being made redundant.

January 18: Product Ideation in the Age of AI. Join an engaging talk designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs, product managers, and innovators master the art of product ideation and definition by collaborating with AI!

January 2: Bitcoin Brisbane Meetup. Join them at our private venue in Brisbane One Apartments - Tower Two for an evening of Bitcoin insights, presentations, discussions and a BBQ!

January 15: AI and Society: Opportunities, Challenges, and What's Next. Join the inaugural event of AI and Society Brisbane, a new community exploring the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on our world. At this launch event, they'll dive into the opportunities and challenges AI brings to society, with insights from experts and an engaging roundtable discussion.

January 22: AWS (Amazon Web Services) Brisbane User group. Want to learn about top announcements and innovations frOm a community perspective? Join this free-to-attend Community re:Cap event organised by the AWS Brisbane User Group. As always there will be 🍕Pizza, 🍺Beer and plenty of network opportunities with AWS enthusiasts around Brisbane.

29 January: AI Meetup: GenAI, LLMs and ML. Join for deep dive tech talks on AI, Generative AI, LLMs, ML, and Data, networking with speakers and developers.

cmon syd, step up your game!!

3 January: IT Social Melbourne. For anyone interested in technology such as professionals, students and job seekers.

8 January: AI Meetup - Social Dinner & Drinks. Social meetup for those involved in the AI space. Chat with others involved in the AI space in a social setting and exchange ideas, brainstorm solutions or simply share your journey in the AI space with likeminded people.

13 January: Developing A.I / Machine Learning systems ... optionally with Robots. Just think of a laptop as a robot without wheels or legs! Of you are a newcomer to Machine Learning or robotics, you are still very welcome - if you do have a robot, please bring it along.

16 January: Crypto Clarity Melbourne Collective - Casual Catchup. This is a casual gathering for crypto enthusiasts to connect, share ideas, and build community in a friendly and informal environment. No pitches, no presentations—just good vibes and great conversations.

19 January: TechWalking - Networking Event for Tech Professionals. Join a refreshing walk around the scenic Albert Park Lake, leaving behind the usual bar scenes and coffee tables. It's the perfect chance to not only connect with industry peers but also shed a few calories while you're at it!

📌Phuket, Thailand, 8-9 January, 900+ Attendees

WEB3 Phuket Forum · Luma. The ultimate event for Web3 and AI innovation, the WEB3 Phuket Forum, will take place in the heart of Phuket for one groundbreaking day in January 2025. Bringing together over 900 attendees, top sponsors, and industry experts, the WEB3 Forum offers a unique opportunity to network, discover cutting-edge innovations, and gain insights into the future...

📌St Moritz, Switzerland, January 15-17

CfC St. Moritz. An intimate circle of selected opinion leaders and investors in the truly private and unique setting of the Swiss Alps. The application-only conference fosters a culture of genuine connection and deliberately admits a maximum of only 250 international UHNWI, family offices, funds, and institutional investors, uniting the traditional finance sector and the crypto industry in the heart of the snowy Engadin valley.

During three days, opinion leaders and high-ranking representatives from governmental and supranational bodies, the private sector, academia, and decentralized organizations exchange their knowledge on digital assets, blockchain and traditional finance in various formats on- and off-stage.

📌Medillin, Columbia, January 17-18

The first ever Bitcoin Medellin Conference! This event brings together Bitcoin enthusiasts, developers, and thought leaders to explore the latest in Bitcoin technology and adoption. The event fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Colombia's blockchain ecosystem.

📌Davos, Switzerland, January 20-23, 3000+ Attendees

Web3 Hub Davos. The picturesque Swiss town renowned for hosting the most important week in international affairs and business. An unparalleled experience with four days of thought-provoking content, dynamic networking opportunities, and invaluable learnings. Over the course of the week, the Web3 Hub embraces the transformative potential of blockchain technology, fostering discussions on its impact across industries, economies, and societies.

📌Miami, United Stated of America, January 22-24, 10,000+ Attendees

WAGMI Miami is not just an event; it’s a transformative experience. Dive deep into decentralized finance and blockchain technology with confidence and clarity. At WAGMI Miami, they guide you from being a curious onlooker to a confident pioneer in the crypto space.

Their mission is clear and bold: to build a thriving community, cultivate deep knowledge, and create unforgettable experiences within the DeFi and Blockchain industry. With a strong dedicatation to helping you leap into the future of digital finance with extreme confidence, unrivalled knowledge, and unwavering support.

Join them in Miami, to be part of a mission that’s bigger than any one individual. Together, all us web3 enthusiasts are building the future of finance, one connection, one insight, and one experience at a time!

📌Addis Ababa, Ethiopia , January 21 - February 21, 300+ Attendees

ETHiopia is live! (emphasis on the name) The suspense is OVER! It’s finally time to welcome ETHiopia—the first-EVER Ethereum event in Ethiopia, uniting Africa’s web3 changemakers. Pop-up city, builder residency, hackathon, and conference—no matter what you’re into, you’ll find it here. The mission and desired outcomes are below:

- Lay the foundation for a continuous Ethereum movement in Ethiopia

- Foster deep collaboration among Africa’s web3 changemakers & the global web3 community

- Inspire the tech-pro government of Ethiopia into the Ethereum Ecosystem

- Inspire new ways of thinking through immersive cultural experiences

📌Cape Town, South Africa, January 24-25

Adopting Bitcoin Cape Town 2025. The steady decline of the South African state over decades has prompted the emergence of parallel institutions and community organisations working to fill the vacuum of power and address the failure of crucial infrastructure, coupled with one of the highest Bitcoin adoption rates globally.

If you’re curious to learn how Bitcoin fits into the process of reshaping the financial system of a country and uplifting communities where centralised state power structures have failed, then this is a conference you’ll not want to miss.

📌Zurich, Switzerland, January 30-31

For over a decade, Switzerland has been renowned as one of the most forward-thinking and innovative epicenters for blockchain technology. EthereumZuri.ch invites all blockchain professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts to the heart of this innovation, Zürich, to learn, connect, experiment, and engage with the vibrant and passionate Swiss blockchain community.

📌Nassau, Bahamas, January 30 - February 2

Crypto is not just a casino - it’s incredibly important technology for emerging markets and the Global South. Crypto has the potential to solve numerous regional issues and change countless lives. Oasis Onchain seeks to build and surface accessible and impactful crypto products for those who actually need them.

The Bahamas is renowned for its stunning white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant marine life, making it a paradise for tourists seeking tropical beauty. Beyond its natural allure, the Bahamas stands as a beacon of innovation, pioneering crypto-friendly legislation alongside a thriving community of artists and changemakers.

📌San Salvador, El Salvador, January 30-31

Plan ₿ Forum El Salvador: Central America’s premier Bitcoin conference, uniting global leaders, technologists, and entrepreneurs to discuss Bitcoin adoption, economics, financial freedom, and freedom of speech. Access the Two-Day Conference at Sheraton Presidente Hotel and Museum of Art of El Salvador. Enjoy keynotes, panels, and workshops, explore the Bitcoin Art Gallery, and visit the Startups and Sponsors Exhibition floors.

Our Christmas Party!!!

This was a super fun and memorable night to not only celebrate Christmas, but our final physical event of the year, looking over all we've done this year, and looking forward to 2025! Check out our X account, to see our yearly review on all the biggest crypto and web3 events, not just from us, but that rocked our innovative world.

A huge welcome to our new sponsors... Clyde & Co! Where there is opportunity, there is risk. As the business landscape constantly evolves, you need a legal partner with an in-depth understanding of how to best address and navigate the risks you face. 

With nearly a century of experience at the heart of global commerce, they are experts in managing risk and handling new complexities, always in staunch pursuit of clients’ interests. Integrated teams of disputes, transactional and regulatory lawyers see each issue from every angle, bringingther knowledge of navigating commercial and legal risk to help you succeed.

To understand how business leaders are addressing the global risk landscape, each year they consult hundreds of Board Directors and CEOs, General Counsel (GCs) and other senior C-Suite executives from multiple sectors and across all regions of the world. The six highest risk areas in the latest survey are: economic, geopolitical, regulatory, climate, people and technology.

The world of crypto and web3 is constantly evolving, especially with laws and regulations being put in place for this new technology, meaning understanding the legal implications and areas that require succesful risk navigation is essential to any web3 business. With Clyde & Co, we’ll deliver insights on Australian & global blockchain regulations, ensuring our community stays informed and empowered.

Welcome to the new year guys!

We are thrilled to announce that Binance have signed on to sponsor ALL THINGS BLOCKCHAIN again in 2025! Their support and collaboration will help us continue to grow and enhance our community activities.

Binance Australia is a leading digital currency exchange platform that enables Australian users to easily buy and trade a leading range of cryptocurrencies, leveraging cutting-edge technology from Binance.com's advanced trading platform.

Binance also plays a critical role in the Australian digital asset ecosystem as a proud provider of liquidity to many peer cryptocurrency exchanges.

Despite the ever-changing crypto regulatory landscape, Binance holds authorisations and registrations in 19 jurisdictions globally as of August 2024. That’s the most for any crypto exchange in the world.

With Binance's sponsorship, we will be able to bring the power of their global presence to Brisbane. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to educate and keep the community up to speed with developments in crypto trading.

We invite all of you to join us in welcoming Binance and to learn more about their incredible work and contributions.

You can connect with Binance on their social media channels and website:

• Website: https://www.binance.com/en-AU

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/binanceaustralia/

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BinanceAustralia

• Twitter: https://x.com/Binance_AUS

We are excited about this continuing chapter and grateful for the ongoing support from our community. Let’s give a warm welcome to Binance!

Best regards,
Matt

Chairperson, All Things Blockchain

We are thrilled to announce that we are continuing our collaboration with Community Sponsor, Tax On Chain! Their support and collaboration will help us continue to grow and enhance our community activities.

About Tax On Chain

Tax On Chain is a specialised crypto accounting firm offering accounting, taxation, and business growth advisory services for individuals and organisations operating in the crypto industry. With a team staffed by Chartered Accountants who are active crypto enthusiasts, the firm offers its crypto-related clients an experience and service like no other. Tax On Chain’s main services include, but are not limited to:

- Crypto Tax Reports & Tax Return Preparation

- Business Accounting and Advisory

- SMSF Accounting & Tax

- Treasury Management & Virtual CFO

- Forensic Crypto Accounting

How Tax On Chain Will Contribute

With Tax On Chain's sponsorship, we will be able to stay on top of the latest developments in the digital asset taxation landscape. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to keep the community informed by bringing subject matter experts into our conversations.

We invite all of you to join us in welcoming Tax On Chain and to learn more about their incredible work and contributions.

Stay Connected

You can connect with Tax On Chain on their social media channels and website:

Website: https://taxonchain.io/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/taxonchain/

Twitter: https://x.com/taxonchain

We are excited about this new chapter and grateful for the continued support from our community. Let’s give a warm welcome to Tax On Chain!

Best regards,

Matt

Chairperson, ALL THINGS BLOCKCHAIN