Building the blocks of culture: objects, networks, narratives
Hosted by 221A, Brinc and Future Primitive
Join industry pathfinders at the crossroads of decentralization, protocol development and cultural infrastructure for a showcase of projects defining British Columbia's Fair Data Ecosystem. This event begins a new chapter for the region’s innovation ecosystem.
With a welcoming by Manuel Axel Strain, a 2-Spirit Artist from the lands and waters of the xʷməθkʷəyəm (Musqueam), Simpcw and Syilx peoples, we’ll explore the projects and people that make this region of the world vital for the reimagining of data ownership, access, and community participation in the digital realm.
Featured Demonstrations
Experience working prototypes from teams in the Fair Data Ecosystem:
ClioX - Privacy-preserving AI infrastructure for archives through their distant reading methods, enabling AI model training without exposing sensitive personal information
Pentagon Group - PENXR 360° Digital Experiences for the Decentralized Web
Reppo Labs - A decentralized model context protocol (MCP) network connecting AI agents to data providers
::perma by Future Primitive - A social camera that forms friendships by capturing and exchanging moments that matter
FAIR Data Web3 Accelerator - Hear from Brinc about the accelerator's vision, goals, and call future call for applications for emerging Web3 teams focused on trustless, equitable infrastructure
Panel Discussion: Fair Data, Social Networks, Creators and IP
Moderator: Jesse McKee, Head of Digital Strategy, 221A
Panelists:
Jayden Windle, CTO, Future Primitive
Emma Johnson, Ecosystem Marketing Lead, PIP Labs / Story
Vivek Singh, Director, Kernel
Industry leaders will explore the emerging relationship between protocols, communities, and networks - discussing how creators can maintain sovereignty over their work while participating in collaborative ecosystems, and what infrastructure is needed to scale the Fair Data movement.
Performance & Social
The afternoon concludes with a music performance by Forrest Mortifee, demonstrating the themes of the event in his music practice, followed by a casual happy hour for networking and connection.
About the Organizers
221A - A non-profit charity that works with artists and designers to research and develop social, cultural and ecological infrastructure. Through programs, residencies, fellowships, cultural spaces, rent-stabilized housing, research and advocacy, 221A envisions a pluralistic society in which all people have the means to access and make culture. Their work in stewarding the Fair Data Ecosystem enables communities to gain custodianship over their digital assets and participate in the AI economy.
Brinc - A global venture platform that has accelerated 1000+ startups across 48 countries, connecting entrepreneurs with investors to drive impact. Through dedicated programs in Web3 and emerging technologies, Brinc catalyzes innovation into scalable solutions.
Future Primitive -A tech startup inventing cultural primitives through open protocols and universal digital ownership. As creators of ERC-6551 (Token Bound Accounts), they've turned NFTs into dynamic identities and built projects like STAPLEVERSE, Sapienz, bb3, ::perma, and Checkpoint—blending technical rigor with cultural fluency to shape a more open, expressive internet.
Limited capacity event with priority access for Web Summit attendees, investors, builders, artists, and cultural workers.