Connect with Hedera, Wilson Sonsini and MetaJuice at TC Sessions: Crypto • TechCrunch

TechCrunch has a long history of working with great companies that are not only subject matter experts, but also committed to supporting early-stage startups. Although this is our first official conference dedicated to the space, TC Sessions: Crypto — November 17 in Miami — is no exception to our rule about good partners.

Whether blockchain, crypto, DeFi, NFT or web3 based, building a startup in the cryptoverse is no easy task – not exactly a news flash, we know. One of the things our partners do best is to offer their expertise and educational resources. They present sessions on a variety of topics that help entrepreneurs gain the confidence and knowledge they need to move forward with their startup.

Remember that while our partners provide valuable insights from our stages, they are always looking to engage with interesting entrepreneurs and startups to explore potential partnerships and new opportunities. Let the networking begin.

Check out some of the speakers and topics our partners will be presenting in Miami at TC Sessions: Crypto — and be sure to explore the entire agenda.

Bringing DeFi to the Masses: How do we make DeFi a seamless, easy reality for millions of users who are not crypto experts — Currently, 72% of the world’s population has, or will soon have, access to instant payments, according to the 2022 Worldpay from the FIS Global Payments Report. Many markets are also replacing or renovating their established real-time services to accommodate instant payments. What will it take to onboard these users to a web3-first, DeFi world? How easy does it have to be, and how quickly can we get there?

In this session, Zenobia GodschalkSVP of Communications, Swirlds Labs and Mina Khattak, Director, Crypto and Emerging Business in Worldpay from FIS, will address these questions and more from the perspective of one of the world’s largest payment companies. Sponsored by Hedera.

Keeping it legal – The legal issues related to crypto and web3 are complex. Tech companies may need to consider balancing the ethos of the blockchain industry with protecting their revenue models and mitigating regulatory risk. How do they structure funding – with equity or tokens or both? How can they protect their IP in an open source world? What contracts do they need with customers and service partners? And what are the best ways to operate amid regulatory uncertainty and an expected wave of enforcement action?

Lawyer Amy CaiazzaPartner and Practice Group Leader, Fintech and Financial Services at Wilson Sonsini; Jonathan ChanCorporate Counsel, Wilson Sonsini; Neel Maitra, Partner, Fintech & Financial Services, Wilson Sonsini; and Scott McKinney, Partner, Technology Transactions, Wilson Sonsini, will address these and other questions, including questions from the audience. Sponsored by Wilson Sonsini.

Creating a true, user-controlled metaverse — The metaverse provides a virtual space that connects people, worlds and societies. A place where users can exchange currency and goods between themselves, not the company behind the platform. As the internet evolves, we have the responsibility to create platforms that embrace diversity and inclusion, ownership of data, security and sustainability. As leaders in this space, how do we create an environment that allows users and creators to explore their imaginations and earning potential without limits?

Chris Joneshead of operations and development, MetaJuice; Natalia Mazzucchelli, Strategic Partner Success Manager, ImmutableX; and Alex MogulDirector, Republic Crypto, will address these and other challenges to build an inclusive, secure and sustainable metaverse. Sponsored by MetaJuice

Don’t miss your chance to hear, connect and network with some of the leading movers and shakers committed to redefining the future of finance, blockchain and the web at TC Sessions: Crypto on 17 November. Buy your pass now to get early bird pricing and save $150. We look forward to seeing you in Miami!

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