The Future of Web3 and AI
The Future of Web3 and AI
Presented by Canadian Blockchain Association
Co-Hosted by University of Toronto
Leading Voices Exploring US Election Impacts on Blockchain and AI
Join us for an exclusive event that brings together global thought leaders to explore how the U.S. elections, blockchain, and AI converge to shape the future of technology, finance, and society.
Seats are limited, register now to secure your spot!
Key Topics
New Implications of Bitcoin, Web3, and AI under Donald Trump’s Presidency
Bitcoin as a Reserve Currency? A Game-Changer in Countries like the U.S. and Mexico
Potential All-Time High (ATH) Predictions for Bitcoin in this Cycle
How Web3 is Revolutionizing Payments & Banking
Exploring Canadian Nobel Laureate Geoffrey Hinton’s Concerns about AI
Insights into Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin’s Latest Views on Web3 and AI
Implications for the Future Job Market in a Web3 and AI-Driven World
Featured Speakers
Sunny Feng Han
Independent Researcher, Harvard University | Corresponding Member, US National Academy of Artificial Intelligence | Co-Founder, Elastos
A pioneering blockchain innovator, Sunny's research and work with Elastos emphasize the intersection of AI, decentralized systems, and the future internet.
Jeremy Bornstein
Ex-SVP & Group Head at Mastercard | Ex-Chief Revenue Officer, Peoples Group
Jeremy Bornstein is a seasoned leader in the financial services and payments industries, with extensive expertise in driving innovation and strategy. As Senior Vice President and Group Head of Payments at Mastercard, he led the development of next-generation payment solutions and strategic initiatives. Later, as Chief Revenue Officer at Peoples Group, a Canadian bank specializing in embedded finance, he focused on integrating financial services into everyday experiences. With a deep understanding of transformative technologies, Jeremy is a thought leader at the intersection of Web 3, AI, and finance.
Spencer Fan
Founder of BEAVO & SuperWeb3 | Formerly at Nomura Securities, Bain & Co., Primavera Capital, and CITIC PE
Spencer Fan is founder of BEAVO http://www.beavoinvest.com, Crypto Quantitative Trading Firm headquartered in Singapore.He also founded SuperWeb3 https://superweb3.org, a Blockchain & AI-Focused Fundraising Advisor based in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam.He has a total of 16 years' experience in global financial services, including cross-border M&A and private equity investment. He developed his professional career with Nomura Securities in New York, Bain & Company in Singapore, Primavera Capital and Citic Private Equity in Beijing.He graduated from MIT in the US and NUS in Singapore.
Peter MacDonald
Large Account Specialist, IBM Canada | Ex-Senior Manager, EY
Peter is a passionate, client centric, consulting executive with +15 years of experience in leading complex sales and service delivery improvements with KPMG, EY, and IBM. He specializes in creating enduring personal client relationships and structuring effective account management practices that result in improved client experience and long-term top and bottom line growth.
Sarah S
APAC Business Development Lead of BNB Chain
Jiayang Cheng
AI Engineer, Google
Jiayang is a seasoned AI practitioner currently working at Google, where he strives to leverage AI to build the next generation of trust and safety systems for YouTube, and has pioneered several early product launches using LLMs. Jiayang holds a master's degree from UC Berkeley and serves as a board member of the Stanford Chinese Entrepreneur Organization.
Cindy Fan
Co-President, Canadian Blockchain Association | Partner, InsightAI | Former Strategic Director, RBC
Cindy Fan is Co-President at the Canadian Blockchain Association (CBA) and a partner at InsightAI. She collaborates with leading AI companies and incubators in Silicon Valley and Toronto, participating in cutting-edge AI development projects. Cindy Fan is also Co-Chair of Asia Council of Canada, and has a high-impact network within both Canadian society and Chinese community. Cindy has served as the Strategic Director at the headquarters of the Royal Bank of Canada and as a consultant at Oliver Wyman, providing major strategic plans for Fortune 500 CEOs and executives.
Stanley Diao
Co-President, Canadian Blockchain Association | Director, CANCEO VC | Advisor, Stanford AI for Executives
Stanley Diao serves as the Co-President of the Canadian Blockchain Association and Director at CANCEO VC, specializing in Web3 and AI initiatives. His portfolio includes impactful projects such as Carbonlarity.org, a Web3 ESG DePIN platform, and ROAM (Metablox), valued at over USD 100 million. Previously, he was a venture capitalist with DFJ in Silicon Valley and Shanghai, where he contributed to a portfolio that includes prominent blockchain and technology ventures. Stanley is also an advisor to the Stanford AI for Executives Program and a member of the Social Innovation Committee of the Harvard Kennedy School Alumni Association.
Event Details
Date: Friday, December 6, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM EST
Format: Virtual (Zoom ID will be shared after the registration)
Organization
The Canadian Blockchain Association (CBA) is Canada’s leading voice in blockchain innovation, education, and collaboration. Established as a non-profit organization in 2020, CBA serves as the nation’s foremost think-tank for blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT), driving web3 adoption and fostering collaboration across industries.
With a strong commitment to advancing blockchain innovation, CBA connects a global network of experts, policymakers, academics, and industry leaders.
Website: www.blockchain-association.ca
Twitter: @CBA_Blockchain
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadian-blockchain-association/
Co-Host and Partners
University of Toronto Finance and Economics Association (UTCFEA).
The University of Toronto is globally renowned for its excellence in economics and business disciplines, with its economics program consistently ranked among the top 20 worldwide and holding the top position in Canada. However, despite its remarkable academic achievements, the University of Toronto has room for improvement in building professional networks in the fields of finance and economics compared to other leading global institutions. In the global capital markets, a strong professional network often plays a pivotal role in career success.
To address this gap, the University of Toronto Finance and Economics Association (UTCFEA) is dedicated to establishing a broad and tightly-knit global network connecting talent within and beyond the university. Our core mission is to provide students and alumni with a platform for career and academic development, fostering resource sharing and knowledge exchange. The association embraces the principle of “collaborative growth,” encouraging members to work together and leverage collective strength to achieve shared success.
In today’s professional world, alumni networks are increasingly essential as bridges to career advancement. Many leaders in top global organizations have achieved outstanding success through efficient alumni collaborations. UTCFEA aims to introduce this proven model to the University of Toronto by fostering strong partnerships with industry professionals, particularly alumni, to provide members with career mentorship, knowledge sharing, and access to premium job opportunities. Through these efforts, we strive to create a far-reaching, sustainable, and mutually beneficial community.
Our goal is to offer students and alumni at the University of Toronto a platform that empowers them to stand out in the global finance and economics arena while cultivating future leaders and innovators with a global perspective. The association’s activities include career development forums, industry insight seminars, and alumni networking programs, all designed to build bridges that connect members to the world.
UTCFEA’s core values include respect for knowledge, a commitment to innovation, encouragement of collaboration, and the promotion of healthy competition. We are dedicated to building a cohesive and efficient team culture, maximizing each member’s potential, and collectively advancing the growth and success of our community.
0xU Hong Kong Blockchain Club was established in July 2022 as a student-led organization initiated by students from the University of Hong Kong, the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, with participation from peers across Hong Kong and Mainland China universities. The club is dedicated to uniting resources from major universities and industries in Hong Kong, advancing blockchain research and exchange, and supporting the implementation and growth of blockchain entrepreneurial projects by university students.
Website: https://www.0xu.club/
The Chinese Undergraduate Association at the University of Toronto Mississauga (CUAUTM) is the largest Chinese student organization on the UTM campus, serving as the student union for Chinese students. CUAUTM is dedicated to providing a diverse and inclusive social and support platform for all students, especially those interested in Chinese culture. The organization hosts a variety of events, such as cultural festivals, orientation sessions, and career development seminars, to foster interaction and collaboration among students.
CUAUTM’s core values include promoting collaboration, respecting cultural diversity, and encouraging innovation. With its excellent management and resource integration capabilities, the organization aims to support the comprehensive growth and long-term development of its members at the University of Toronto Mississauga.
Be part of the conversation that defines tomorrow’s blockchain and AI landscape!