Workshop Title:

Blockchain and Fintech

Date:

June 2nd, 2024 (GMT+8)

Organizer:

Beijing Computer Federation Blockchain and Digital Finance Specialized Committee

Keywords:

• Blockchain
• Financial Technology
• Decentralized Exchange
• Privatekey Storage Techniques
• Quantitative Trading

Workshop Chair:

Personal Bio:

Professor Wang Juan fulfills multiple roles in the Chinese digital tech-sector, including a reviewer of the Digital China and Web3.0 Innovation Competition, advisor to the Xiamen Free Trade Zone Digital Centre and Spark Chain Network, as well as an expert reviewer of blockchain projects for the Ministry of Industry, Information Technology, Civil Affairs, and the China Communications Standardization Association.

As the sole Chinese expert on the OECD Blockchain Policy Committee, Professor Wang is actively involved in critical projects. These notably include the OECD digital economic indicators and the ITU-T financial payment research. She also contributed substantially to the formulation of policy documents such as the "Implementation Plan for the National Digital Economy Innovation and Development Experimental Zone".

Apart from policy formulation, Professor Wang's academic contributions are remarkable, authoring a multitude of translated works. She has published more than 50 academic papers and is a regular invitee by leading media platforms for exclusive interpretations on policies related to digital economy and data transactions, among others. As a project leader, she has presided over nearly 30 high-profile projects in the fields of digital economy, fintech, blockchain, digital currency, data element market and cloud-based intelligence, earning her two national invention patents and a third prize of the Science and Technology Progress Award of the China Communications Society.

Workshop Committee Members:

Lecturer Xiaolong Li, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications xiaolongli@bupt.edu.cn

Dr. Qihang Hu, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications huqihang@bupt.cn

Senior Engineer Qixiang Cheng, Microsoft gerhut@gmail.com

Master Zhouming Zhang, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications zhangzhouming@bupt.edu.cn

Master Sijie Meng, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications xiaolinlvzi@bupt.edu.cn

Workshop Description:

Background:

The Beijing Computer Federation presents the Blockchain and Fintech Workshop, an interdisciplinary gathering with a primary focus on Blockchain, Financial Technology, Decentralized Exchanges, Privatekey Storage Techniques, and Quantitative Trading. This forum is designed to encapsulate critical exchanges around technology and innovation by hosting contributory papers discussions, keynote addresses, and engaging panel dialogues. It invites participation from scholars across fields including doctoral scholars, as well as practitioners enthusiastic about digging deeper into these domains.

Goal/Rationale:

In an era defined by technological advancement, the Beijing Computer Federation proudly announces the Blockchain and Fintech Symposium. This event serves as a platform for scholars and enthusiasts to delve deep into the intricacies of blockchain, financial technology, decentralized exchange, privatekey storage techniques, and quantitative trading. Our goal is to provide an engaging setting for young researchers and PhD candidates to collaborate, discuss, and learn about recent forays and developments in these fields. By promoting active dialogue and fostering innovation, we aspire to unlock and utilize the transformative potential that blockchain and fintech present. This Symposium offers an excellent opportunity to tackle challenges head-on and propel advancements in these fascinating areas of technology. Together, we aim to redefine digital horizons and contribute significantly to the evolving economic landscape.

Scope and Information for Participants:

The Beijing Computer Federation invites you to contribute to our conference themed, "Blockchain and Fintech". We encourage discussions around:

1. Integration of Blockchain Technology with Traditional Financial Services.
2. Innovations in Decentralized Exchanges and their role in Financial Platforms.
3. Importance and Applications of Privatekey Storage Techniques in Fintech.
4. Current Trends and Future Prospects of Quantitative Trading in the Fintech Industry.

Through this conference, we aim to explore the harmonious merger of Blockchain in the existing financial ecosystem. We are looking forward to your thought-provoking inputs on how these technologies coexist and enhance each other to sculpt the future of the Fintech industry. This is a brilliant opportunity to share knowledge, ideas, and predictions, and to broaden our collective understanding.

Highlight:

On June 2, 2024, The workshop“Blockchain and Fintech”, organized by the Beijing Computer Federation's Blockchain and Digital Finance Specialized Committee, was successfully held in Haidian District, Beijing. The workshop brought together scholars, doctoral students, and industry practitioners to discuss the latest research and innovations in blockchain, financial technology, decentralized exchanges, privatekey storage techniques, and quantitative trading. Professor Wang Juan, Chair of the Beijing Computer Federation's Blockchain and Digital Finance Specialized Committee, emphasized the importance of blockchain as a fundamental infrastructure for digital finance and the committee's commitment to fostering academic and industry collaborations to drive innovation and application in this field. Key presentations included Cheng Qixiang's discussion on the integration of the Rust programming language with the Ethereum ecosystem and Skysys.eth's exploration of native AI models in digital financial public goods. Mikkk provided insights on new opportunities within EVM-based public chains and highlighted the advantages of the Artela ecosystem. Participants engaged in lively discussions, exchanging constructive ideas and suggestions that could further the development of blockchain and digital finance.

Venue:

Room 401, 4th Floor, Building A, Dongsheng Mansion, No. 8 Zhongguancun East Road, Haidian District, Beijing City.

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