AI and blockchain unite at major event in Singapore

AI and blockchain experts gathered at a special Token2049 side event in Singapore, showcasing the potential of decentralised systems and artificial intelligence.

Hosted by aelf, a layer-1 blockchain network, and Gaia, a decentralised AI platform, the "Hello [AI]" event attracted a full house of developers, blockchain leaders, and AI enthusiasts.

Set in the SKAI Loft at the Swissôtel, the event was supported by major players such as Google Cloud and Microsoft.

Brian Liang, the chief operating officer of aelf, delivered the keynote, emphasising the importance of community involvement in shaping the future of technology.

Liang also revealed exciting developments, such as AI-powered audits for smart contracts and the upcoming release of an AI oracle and natural language processing (NLP) tools.

These innovations are set to make blockchain applications more efficient and accessible.

The panel discussion, moderated by Khaniff Lau from aelf, featured notable figures like Sydney Lai from Gaia, Steve Shirkey from Microsoft, Chris May from Sapien, and CC Chen from Google Cloud.

The conversation explored real-world use cases of AI-powered blockchain applications, tackling challenges like AI hallucinations and interoperability.

Experts shared practical insights on how AI can revolutionise decentralised apps (DApps) in the blockchain space.

A fireside chat led by Lau featured Emad Mostaque, founder of Schelling AI, and Luki Song from Chainbase, where they discussed the future of decentralised AI.

The discussion touched on blockchain's role in ensuring data ethics and building trust in AI algorithms, highlighting the infrastructure needed for a decentralised AI future.

Interactive elements, such as an AI-powered photo booth and blockchain-based rewards, made the event engaging for attendees.

Participants collected ELF and SGR tokens through innovative decentralised applications, blending blockchain technology with real-life experiences.