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I am thrilled to welcome Nikhil Varma, PhD as a Senior Fellow and the Non-Executive Chair of the Blockchain and Digital Assets Working Group to the Center of Excellence on Human-centered Global Economy at The Digital Economist for the 2024-25 term! Dr. Varma brings an unparalleled blend of industry and academic expertise to our team, having over 20 years of experience across operations and supply chain management, blockchain, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and sustainability. Currently an Associate Professor of Management at Ramapo College of New Jersey, his work sits at the critical nexus of technology and business. Prior to his academic tenure, Dr. Varma contributed significantly to the tech industry as a developer, architect, product manager, and consultant. He has been instrumental in designing sustainable platforms and ecosystems for several blockchain startups, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In his ongoing role as Technology Lead for the Algorand Foundation in India, Dr. Varma guides a vibrant technical community in crafting enterprise-grade blockchain solutions. His contributions are vital in positioning India as an innovation hub within the Algorand Technologies ecosystem. Dr. Varma is also an esteemed guest professor at Molde University College (and previously Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi) and a prolific speaker, sharing his insights on sustainable decentralization at institutions and companies worldwide. His upcoming book, "Blockchain Capitalism", will explore innovative models for using blockchain to address economic challenges and reinvent capitalism for the 21st century. Join me in welcoming Dr. Nikhil Varma! We look forward to his leadership and contributions to shaping the future of blockchain and digital assets at The Digital Economist. #DigitalEconomist #BlockchainLeadership #DigitalAssets #SustainableBlockchain #TechnologyLeadership #SupplyChainManagement #DataAnalytics #ArtificialIntelligence #Sustainability #AcademicExpertise #TechInnovation #UNSDGs #AlgorandFoundation #BlockchainTechnology #BlockchainEcosystems #TechCommunity #IndianInnovation #GlobalTech #AcademicLeadership #MoldeUniversity #IITDelhi #BlockchainEducation #TechSpeaker #BlockchainCapitalism #EconomicInnovation #OperationsManagement #TechConsulting #BlockchainStartups #DigitalEconomy #FutureOfBlockchain #InnovationHub #TechIndustry #GlobalEconomy #EmergingTechnologies #SustainableDevelopment #AcademicContributions #BlockchainSolutions #EnterpriseBlockchain #TechStrategy #BusinessAndTech #InterdisciplinaryResearch #BlockchainResearch #ManagementEducation #BlockchainForGood #Decentralization #TechnologyAdvancement #BlockchainInIndia #DigitalTransformation #TechLeadership #GlobalTechLeaders #BlockchainBooks #SustainableTech #TechAcademia #LeadersInBlockchain #EconomicTransformation

Call-for-Papers: Blockchain-Driven Business Models Submission deadline: 31 March 2024 This call for papers invites contributions to deepen our understanding of the evolving landscape of blockchain-driven business models and their profound implications for contemporary enterprises and society. In response to these developments, this Special Issue welcomes submissions addressing key theories, hallmarks, drivers, outcomes, risks, and contingency factors impacting the usage of blockchain technology on business model development/innovation. We welcome review, conceptual, methodological, qualitative, quantitative, or pluralistic contributions grounded in relevant theoretical and practical perspectives. Guest editors: Prof. Horst Treiblmaier, Modul University Vienna, Austria [email protected]  Associate Prof. Lee McKNIGHT, Syracuse University, the United States [email protected] Prof. Guido Ongena, Utrecht University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands [email protected] Dr. Abderahman Rejeb, Széchenyi István University, Hungary [email protected]  Topics: Some topics related to this special issue are: - Blockchain-driven Business Models Acceptance and Adoption - Blockchain-driven Business Models, Business Ecosystems and Multi-disciplinary Environments - Blockchain-driven Business Models In Different Industries and Domains - Blockchain-driven Business Model Performance - Blockchain-driven Business Models Innovation - Blockchain-driven Business Models Patterns - Blockchain-driven Business Models Challenges and Limitations - Theorizing Blockchain-driven Business Models #callforpaper #CfP #callforpapers  #DigitalBusiness #DIGBUS #digitalplatforms #digitalecosystems #digitaltechnology #digitaltransformation  #digitalstrategy  #datacentric #businessmodels #datamonetization #bigdata #bigdatatechnologies #bigdataanalytics #blockchain #blockchaintechnology #blockchaininnovation #socialnetworks #crowdsourcing #crowdfunding #platform #platformeconomy #artificialintelliegence #IoT #iottechnology #iotdevelopment #iotapplications #iotplatform #iotsolutions #internetofthings #entrepreneurship #blockchainrevolution #businessmodelinnovation #blockchaindevelopment #businessmodeling #blockchaintech #Digitalbusinessmodels #blockchainsecurity #valuation #theory #theorizing #blockchaineducation #sharedeconomy #blockchainnews #businessmodeldesign #blockchaindeveloper #mobilebusiness #blockchaincommunity #startup #startupbusiness #blockchainapplications #digitalinnovation #digitalplatforms #digitalentrepreneurship #blockchains #financialtechnologies #fintech #fintechstartups #fintechs #industry50 #industry40 .#ecosystem #sustainablebusiness #valueproposition #digitalservice #digitaldesign #digitalassets #digitaladoption #business #success #digital #quality #scopus #scopuspublication https://lnkd.in/dQd2nJkX

‼️$675 million in Maximal Extractable Value (MEV) and why we invested in Blink Labs! 💡Maximal Extractable Value (MEV) is a core area of research in the blockchain world. It is estimated that approximately $675 million of MEV profit has been realized between December 2019 and September 2022 on the Ethereum blockchain network. Syed Armani just wrote a great article, exploring the dynamics of decisions, intentions, and incentives that led to the emergence of MEV. We're also excited to announce our investment in Blink Labs! Here are some snippets from the article: 🔹 The quality of resource allocation decisions plays a crucial role in determining the wealth and prosperity of an economy. 🔹 The design decisions in a cryptoeconomic system need to ensure that the outcome is going to be a decentralised, secure, and self-regulating system. The quality of these decisions is pivotal in shaping stakeholder incentives. 🔹 In an economic system, the incentives that come into play subsequent to a decision significantly influence both the intended outcome and the behavior of participants in that economy. Good intentions don't always lead to favorable outcomes. 🔹 The intention behind the Ethereum community’s decision to make a public mempool could have been to build a transparent, decentralised system but as an unintended consequence of that decision; arbitrage like front-running became possible on the Ethereum network. 🔹 MEV plays a pivotal role, serving as a conduit linking DeFi activities to ETH yield rates, effectively facilitating the transfer of value from arbitrageurs to stakers. At Blockwall we have been closely monitoring the growth of the MEV ecosystem, and we anticipate that Blink Labs, with its strong partnerships and stellar team led by Yaniv Neu-Ner and Ciaran McVeigh, will become a potential market leader. https://lnkd.in/eQB5ijWq #innovation #technology #startups #venturecapital #web3

The emergence of public use technologies like generative AI speak to the ethos of blockchain technology and align with its goals of democratizing the future. Join us at the Cornell Blockchain Conference 2024 for an in-depth exploration of this topic at our “Crypto x AI” panel. We’ll examine how traditional sectors are integrating crypto and AI technologies, and explore the myriad challenges and opportunities in this dynamic landscape with our panel of experts: 1. Alexander Lin (Reforge VC & Cornell Tech) Alex was the previous president of Cornell Tech Blockchain and now works in early stage venture capital at reforge vc. He previously served as Venture Partner and Head of Research at Shima Capital, and partner at Old Fashioned Research, a multi-strategy Web3 fund managed by former Binance executives. 2. Jasper Zhang, Ph.D. (Hyperbolic) Jasper is co-founder and CEO at Hyperbolic Labs, a start-up at the intersection of blockchain and AI. He was previously Senior Blockchain Researcher at Ava Labs and worked as quantitative researcher at Citadel. Jasper received his PhD from UC Berkeley. 3. Matt Stephenson, PhD (Pantera Capital) Matt is a Research Partner at Pantera Capital, where he drives insights in the crypto market. With previous experience leading research at Pantera and lecturing on DAOs and NFTs at Columbia Business School, Matt brings academic rigor to his work in blockchain, holding a PhD and Master's degree from Columbia University. 4. Yorke Rhodes III (Microsoft) Yorke co-founded Blockchain at Microsoft in 2015, and is currently the Digital Transformation for Blockchain at Microsoft in the Cloud Hardware Supply Chain group. An AI enthusiast, Yorke also teaches at New York University, writes for CoinDesk and serves as board member of Blockchain for Social Impact Coalition and Enterprise Ethereum Alliance. 5. Neil DeSilva (PayPal) Neil is the former CFO of PayPal Digital Currencies & Remittances, where he drove the creation and scaling of the PayPal USD stablecoin, now available to over 700 million users worldwide. He has over 20 years of experience as a technology finance executive, holds an MBA from MIT and dual degrees from Cornell University. Join us on Apr 26th, 2024 to learn how the crypto and AI space are evolving together to advance blockchain! #CBC2024 #Blockchain #Crypto #AI ______ Cornell Blockchain Conference 2024 will be organized this 26th of April on Roosevelt Island (New York), bringing together blockchain industry leaders, academics and web3 enthusiasts. ▶︎ Ticket link: https://lnkd.in/gMAhQKRn ▶︎ Follow us on X: @CUBlockchain ▶︎ Website: https://lnkd.in/giggQxzE ▶︎ Telegram: https://lnkd.in/ggK95VkW

After years of #dedication, #perseverance, and a deep passion for exploring the #practical aspects of #technology #adoption along with my daily work commitments, I am delighted to announce that I have earned my #PhD degree in #Technology #Management from the #business school at the #University of #Western #Australia #UWA. "Towards a New Theory of Organisatonal Technology Pre-Adoption Decisions: The Case of Blockchain" My doctoral #research has been an incredible journey, focusing on the critical intersection of #theory and #practice in the realm of #blockchain technology adoption. As blockchain continues to transform industries and reshape our #digital landscape, understanding the decision-making processes that precede its adoption is paramount. As we traverse the Fourth Industrial Revolution #4IR #fourthindustrialrevolution in a world where #innovation happens at an unprecedented #pace, my research delves into the intricate nuances of why organisations choose to embrace blockchain technology and, conversely, why some may hesitate or delay. My contributions were building a #framework for oganisations to evaluate #emerging #technologies, a #novel #theory about #preadoption, and identification of #key #factors that influence pre-adoption decisions. My #contributions provide practical insights that guide businesses, policymakers, technology enthusiasts, and academics alike. Throughout this academic pursuit, I have had the privilege of working with brilliant professionals, collaborating with industry experts, and engaging in stimulating discussions with peers who share my #passion for harnessing technology's potential. Their engagement and support have been instrumental in shaping my research and refining my perspective on the practical implications of academic work. My #goal is to bridge the gap between academia and industry, translating research into actionable strategies that help organisations leverage #emerging technologies #emergingtechnologies effectively. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to my advisors, my wife, my family, colleagues, and friends, whose unwavering support has been the wind beneath my wings throughout this journey.

Our COO and cofounder Esteban Arenillas, shares in t2.world the article "Unlocking the Future: Decentralized Science and Business Synergy", in which he explains how blockchain technology, IP NFTs and tokenization cement a new development for science. "The integration of Intellectual Property (IP) with Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) emerges as a pioneering model within the DeSci landscape. IP NFTs represent a novel means of tokenizing intellectual property rights, enabling researchers and institutions to monetize their discoveries and innovations. This paradigm shift in IP management holds promise for streamlining licensing agreements, facilitating collaborative research endeavors, and incentivizing scientific breakthroughs". You can also read the article in Spanish: https://lnkd.in/d4Z9J99k

Did you know that Beijing has committed to investing at least 14 million dollars per year to strengthen its foothold in Web3 technology? This could have major implications for the future of digital commerce and blockchain-based innovations. The government's investment is aimed at advancing the development of next-generation technologies like artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and blockchain-based systems. Experts predict that these technologies will transform the way we live, work, and interact with each other in the coming years. But why is Beijing investing so much money in Web3 technology, and what does this mean for the rest of the world? Let's explore the details. Firstly, it's worth noting that the Beijing government has already invested significant resources in Web3 technology, particularly in its blockchain projects. For example, it recently funneled more than $43 million into a Web3 development fund that will provide support for blockchain startups across the country. This is just one of many projects that the government has initiated to promote the development of Web3 technology. The government has also established several initiatives to advance the adoption of Web3 technology in various industries. For example, it has created a blockchain-based platform for tracking the entire supply chain of agricultural products from farm to table. This will allow consumers to have more transparent and trustworthy access to information about the safety and quality of their food. https://lnkd.in/gKDrrXGj #trending #Web3 #Blockchain #BeijingInvestment #DigitalCommerce #AI #IoT #SupplyChain #Startup

𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗜𝗡-𝗡𝗘𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗦: 𝗣𝗛𝗗 𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗡 𝗗𝗜𝗚𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗦𝗬𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗦/𝗗𝗜𝗚𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 Are you interested in researching the broader technological, organizational, and societal challenges and opportunities of Distributed ledger technology (DLT) through a Strategy PhD program? Then we would like to get to know you. We are looking to recruit a motivated candidate interested in digital ecosystems/Digital Transformation to study the complexity of DLT adoption and strategy. Learn more about the role and how to apply here: #BlockchainResearch #EUInnovation #euproject #HorizonEurope #HorizonEU #blockchain #BlockchainInnovation #blockchaintechnology #jobposition

📣 Adaverse Expands into Saudi Arabia's Web3 Market🚀 Saudi Arabia is ambitiously shaping its future through Vision 2030, focusing on modernizing its economy with emerging technologies like #blockchain and #AI. This perfectly aligns with Adaverse's broader mission to accelerate cutting-edge Web3 startups on a global scale. 🌍 What's Next? Adaverse is excited to be part of this pivotal moment in history, contributing to the kingdom's innovative startup landscape through Web3 funding and accelerator program.  Read more 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g6uCyy9a Today marks a key milestone as we participate in the #ETHRiyadh2023 event in Saudi's capital city. Vincent Li, Adaverse founding partner, will be a guest speaker, sharing our success stories from Africa and Asia and reiterating our commitment to Saudi Arabia's growing Web3 sector. 🎙️ Stay connected for more updates as we advance digital transformation and drive sustainable economic impact. 🚀 EMURGO Africa NODO #Adaverse #Web3 #SaudiArabia #DigitalTransformation #Vision2030 #Cardano #Blockchain #Innovation #ETHRiyadh2023