SubQuery joins TOKEN2049, the Crypto World’s Premier Event

SubQuery Network
4 min readSep 26, 2024

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SubQuery is a web3 infrastructure with tools that empower builders with fast, flexible, universal, and decentralised APIs for web3 projects. We empower developers from over with rich indexed data, most scalable RPCs, innovative Data Nodes, and leading open source AI models to allow them to build intuitive and immersive decentralised applications.

We were thrilled to participate in the highly anticipated global crypto event, TOKEN2049 where we continue to build and foster relationships with other industry players and customers.

What is TOKEN2049?

TOKEN2049 is the premier annual crypto event in Singapore, bringing together leading figures from top web3 companies to explore the future of the industry. It highlights global advancements and offers a comprehensive view of the ecosystem’s limitless potential.

It was a truly amazing experience to experience TOKEN2049 in Singapore! This monumental event, held on September 18–19, 2024, at the iconic Marina Bay Sands, gathered over 20,000 passionate individuals from more than 7,000 companies across 150+ countries.

Celebrities like Iggy Azalea and Red Bull F1 drivers were spotted at the venue, adding to the buzz and excitement.

Agenda and Appearances

This year’s agenda spans the inclusion of TradFi giants into the web3 world as companies such as JP Morgan, Grayscale, and Goldman Sachs were represented during the event. In addition, the growth of DeFi was also one of the hottest topics as DeFi platforms are rapidly gaining momentum across Asia, providing financial services like lending, borrowing, and trading while eliminating the need for traditional financial intermediaries.

The impressive speaker lineup includes Vitalik Buterin, the Co-Founder of Ethereum, Arthur Hayes, the CIO of Maelstorm (and previously the former Co-Founder of crypto exchange BitMEX) Richard Teng, the CEO of Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange by trading volume.

Rise of AI in Crypto

A key trend at TOKEN2049 was the growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the crypto space. Many projects are now creating AI agents and decentralised AI solutions to enhance blockchain interactions. Kava, for example, introduced its AI agent designed to optimise decentralised finance (DeFi) applications, showcasing how AI can simplify processes and improve user experience.

Panel discussions on AI emphasised its rising importance in the crypto industry. Experts noted that as blockchain technology evolves, AI will play a crucial role in driving innovation and adoption by improving decision-making, enhancing security, and optimising network performance.

However, panelists also addressed challenges like data privacy and the need for transparent algorithms. They highlighted the importance of building AI systems that follow ethical guidelines and maintain user trust.

Meeting Our Partners and Customers

We took the opportunity to hang out with some of our existing customers and partners. Take a look at some of them here:

With the Eclipse Fi team
With Derrick from Artela
With Giuseppe De Luca, DevRel of IoTeX
With the XDC Network team

Final thoughts

TOKEN2049 Singapore was an essential platform for exploring the future of cryptocurrency, highlighting themes of innovation, collaboration, and user-focused development. The insights gained from this event are set to influence the next steps for numerous projects across the crypto ecosystem.

As we step into this new era of digital assets, SubQuery Network remains dedicated to fostering further growth within the blockchain ecosystem and beyond, with the focus in open source AI models.

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About TOKEN2049

TOKEN2049 is the premier crypto event, organised annually in Singapore, where founders and executives of the leading Web3 companies and projects share their views on the industry. It shines a light on global developments while taking a unique and widening perspective on the ecosystem and its vast opportunities.

By uniting entrepreneurs, investors, developers, industry insiders, and global media, TOKEN2049 creates unparalleled networking opportunities, defining what’s next in Web3.

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About SubQuery

SubQuery Network is innovating web3 infrastructure with tools that empower builders to decentralise the future — without compromise. Our flexible DePIN infrastructure network powers the fastest data indexers, the most scalable RPCs, innovative Data Nodes, and leading open source AI models. We are the roots of the web3 landscape, helping blockchain developers and their cutting-edge applications to flourish. We’re not just a company — we’re a movement driving an inclusive and decentralised web3 era. Let’s shape the future of web3, together.

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