European Blockchain Week 2024

Towards Web4.0 and Virtual Worlds

30.9.-11.10.2024

Slovenia & Spain & Croatia
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Towards Web4.0 and Virtual Worlds Conference

Bled, Slovenia 30.9.-1.10.2024​

We are pleased to invite you to the “Towards Web 4.0 and Virtual Worlds ” conference, a groundbreaking event focused on how emerging technologies like Web 4.0 and virtual worlds are shaping the future of industry. This conference is designed for SMEs, startups, business leaders, policymakers, and innovators who are looking to harness the transformative power of Industry 5.0 to create more sustainable, human-centric, and resilient industrial systems.

 

Join us for a full day of insightful keynote presentations, panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and live demonstrations that will provide practical solutions for integrating cutting-edge technologies into your business and policy frameworks. Experts in blockchain, AI, virtual reality, and other enabling technologies will be on hand to showcase how Web 4.0 can revolutionize industries by enhancing human-machine collaboration, improving productivity, and driving innovation while promoting sustainability.

 

This is a unique opportunity to network with industry leaders, engage with policymakers, and discover the latest advancements in industrial technology. Whether you are a small business looking to innovate, a policy maker shaping the regulatory landscape, or a tech entrepreneur driving the future, this event is tailored to provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to succeed in the rapidly evolving world of Industry 5.0.

 

We look forward to welcoming you to this important event and working together to create a more sustainable and human-centric future for all industries. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the next industrial revolution!

AGENDA

Monday 30.9. - Digital Europe Program in Action
HALL B - Bled Congress Centre
09:00-09:30 Registration & Welcome Coffee
09:30-09:45 Welcome speeches
09:45-10:45 Panel Discussion: Presentation of EBSI-Vector project and milestones achieved
Moderator:
Panelists:
  • Vincenzo Savarino, EBSI Vector
  • Evrim Tan, EBSI Vector
  • Vlado Stankovski, EBSI Vector
  • Lluis Alfons Arino Martin, DC4EU
  • Pietro Marchionni, EBSI VECTOR
10:45-11:00 Coffee Break
11:00-12:00 Panel Discussion: Self sovereign identity and diploma verifiable credentials
Moderator:
Panelists:
  • Davide Porro, Infocert
  • Josip Maričevič, Hashnet
  • Sebastjan Pirih, Netis
  • Renata Toktar, DSR Corporation
  • Miha Poberaj, Rekono
12:00-13:00 Panel Discussion: Blockchain revolutionizing business registries and corporate identities
Moderator: Tadej Slapnik, Hashnet
Panelists:
  • Dr. Alenka Žužek Nemec, Ministry of digital transformation
  • Erwin Voloder, European Blockchain Association
  • Martin Mičuch, Triveria
  • Christian Klugow, ID Union
13:00-14:00 Lunch Break
14:00-15:00 Panel Discussion: CHAISE project – introduction of INFO day
Moderator:
Panelists:
  • Bara Greplova, INATBA
  • Vlado Stankovski, Faculty of Computer and Information Science, University of Ljubljana
  • Dražen Kapusta, Hashnet
  • GEA College 
  • Karolj Skala, Institut Ruder Bosšković
  • Ruben Roex, Timelex - Trustchain
15:00-1600 Closing Panel: Discussion on perspectives of EBSI and EBSI-NE role
Moderator: Nena Dokuzov
Panelists:
  • Mauro Migliardi, University of Padova
  • Davide Porro, Infocert
  • Ignacio Alamillo, Logalty
  • Jonas Zalinkevicius, Edelivery
  • Steffen Schwalm, MSG
  • Dražen Kapusta, Hashnet
  • Žiga Drev, OriginTrail
16:00-17:00 EBSI Vector Advisory Board kick-off meeting (Hybrid)
HALL C - Bled Congress Centre
14:00-15:00 Panel Discussion: Regulatory perspectives
Moderator:
Panelists:
  • Marina Markežič, EUCI
  • Jernej Vrčko, Palmabot
  • Dejan Roljič, NAKA
  • Max Brent, Taxbit
  • Petra Janež, FURS
  • Kristijan Dekleva, Ministry of Finance Republic of Slovenia
15:00-16:00 Workshop: EBSI-VECTOR Innovative Business Registries Pilot
Facilitators:
  • Martin Mičuch, Triveria
  • Christian Klugow, ID Union
  • Tadej Slapnik, Hashnet
Tuesday 1.10. - Web 4.0 & Virtual Worlds enabling Industry 5.0
HALL B - Bled Congress Centre
09:00-09:30 Registration & Welcome Coffee
09:30-10:00 Opening Keynote: Shaping the Future: Industry 5.0 and society 5.0 through human-centric design and extended reality
Speaker: dr. Jože Guna, Faculty of natural science and engineering, University of Ljubljana, RECENTRE Project
10:00-11:00 Showcasing Best Practices: "Industry 5.0 Frontrunners"
Moderator: Tadej Slapnik, Hashnet, Web4.0 and XR partnership Slovenia
Panelists:
  • Urban Pevnik, HiProject d.o.o.
  • dr. Janez Povh, CEO Rudolfovo – Scientific and technological center Novo mesto
  • Tomaž Marovt, Marovt Group (TBC)
  • dr. Vladan Mladenović, Institut dr. Petra Novaka, MIK Celje
  • Boris Šajnovič, Skozi d.o.o.
11:00-11:30 Coffee Break & Networking
11:30-12:00 Keynote Presentation: Virtual Worlds and Web 4.0 as Enablers of Industry 5.0
Speaker: David Kvaternik, T.T.
12:00-13:00 Panel Discussion: Policy and technology for a human-centric Industry 5.0
Moderator: Boris Šajnovič, Skozi d.o.o.
Panelists:
    • Mario Čelan, Educatorium d.o.o.
    • Teodor Petričevič, UNDP Istanbul Regional Hub
    • dr. Bojan Cestnik, Temida d.o.o, Instutut Jožef Stefan
    • Tomislav Plesec, AI & Gaming European Digital Innovation Hub
13:00-14:00 Lunch Break
14:00-14:30 Keynote Speech: "Building Decentralized Open Marketplace for Europe – DOME Marketplace"
Speaker: Jesus Ruiz, DOME, Alastria
14:00-15:00 Round Table 2: "Shaping the European Digital Future"
Moderator: Tadej Slapnik, Web4.0 and XR partnership Slovenia
Panelists:
  • dr. Aleksander Zidanšek, Institut Jožef Stefan
  • dr. Vlado Stankovski, Faculty of Computer and Information Science, University of Ljubljana
  • Jasmina Mihelak Zupančič, ŠC Slovenske Konjice – Zreče
  • Robert Pašičko, UNDP Istanbul Regional Hub
  • Anton Horvatič, Instutut Naprej
15:00-16:00 Closing Panel: "Futurism 5.0 – What's Next?"
Moderator: Aleš Pevc, Technology Park Ljubljana, Web4.0 and XR partnership Slovenia
Panelists:
  • Lea Škrubej, MetaBee Agency (TBC)
  • David Kvaternik, T.T.
  • Michael Barngrover, XR for Europe (TBC)
  • Borut Sočan, Reeba XR
  • Marjana Vohar, CTRL ART
16:00 Closing Remarks
HALL C - Bled Congress Centre
10:30-11:30 Practical Workshop 2: EBSI Vector Wallet legal entities and Business Registries pilot testing demonstration
Facilitators:
  • Christian Klugow, ID Union, EBSI Vector
  • Martin Mičuch, Triveria
11:30-12:15 Panel Discussion: The future of work in digital world
Moderator: Matej Kirn, TPLJ, SRIP GoDigital
Panelists:
  • mag. Ines Gergorič
  • Luka Pregelj, Quantifly
  • Ajda Sibinič, FirstClass
12:15-13:00 Practical Workshop 3: Implementing Virtual Worlds in Industry 5.0
Facilitators:
  • Borut Sočan, Reeba XR
  • David Kvaternik, Tovarna Tech, AI & Gaming EDIH representative
13:00-14:00 Lunch
16:00-17:00 Practical Workshop 4: Blockchain as a service in European Cloud Infrastructure and Services – IPCEI CIS
Facilitators:
  • Dražen Kapusta, Hashnet
  • dr. Tali Režun, Hashnet
  • Tadej Slapnik, Hashnet
HALL D - Bled Congress Centre
10:30-11:30 Panel Discussion: Blockchain & AI convergence
Moderator: Lea Škrubej, MetaBee Agency
Panelists:
  • Bara Greplova, INATBA
  • Marko Grobelnik, IRCAI
  • Kubilay Ekmekci, Stablescore,
  • Aleš Pevc, Technology park Ljubljana
11:00-11:30 Coffee Break & Networking
12:00-13:00 Panel Discussion: Cross border digital infrastructures and services
Moderator: Nena Dokuzov
Panelists:
  • Marco Schuldt, German Ministry of economy and environmental affairs
  • Jesus Ruiz, Alastria, DOME project
  • Jonas Zalinkevicius, Edelivery
  • Tadej Slapnik, Hashnet
  • Andreja Lampe, GoDigital
13:00-14:00 Lunch Break
14:00-14:45 Presentation of advancements and digital innovation from Web3.0 and Web4.0 perspective
Panelists:
  • Jose Reis Santos, Quo Vadis Project
  • Miroslav Polzer, GloCha
  • Denis Petrovčič, Blockcsquare
  • Klemen Peternel, Kalmia (tbc)
  • Klemen Gradišar, Metacourt
14:45-15:00 Presentation of GITEX Europe by Dubai World Trade Center
Speaker: Aleš Pevc, Technology park Ljublajana
15:00-16:00 Panel Discussion: EUROPEUM ecosystem building (hybrid)
Moderator: Tadej Slapnik, Hashnet
Panelists:
  • Vlado Stankovski, Faculty of computer and information science, University of Ljubljana
  • Steffen Schwalm, TRACE4EU
  • Jose Reis Santos, Quo Vadis Web 3
  • Nena Dokuzov, EUROPEUM, METS Slovenia

Logistic information

Bled Congress Centre:
Cesta svobode 11, 4260 Bled

How to get to Bled:

  • By train – Convenient train connections from major cities.
  • By bus – Frequent bus services to Bled from various locations.
  • By car – Easy access by car with ample parking options.

Accommodations:
List of Accommodations

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Indicative Agenda

  • Welcome
  • Panel 1: Policymaking and regulatory issues
  • Panel 2: Microcredentials for Microcompetences
  • Q&A: Erasmus+ ESSA: European Software Skills Alliance: Matchmaking session
  • Panel 3: Blockchain & converging technologies 
  • Panel 4: Interoperability of blockchain platforms
  • Panel 5: Web3 & Metaverse
  • Panel 6: Sustainable finance (DeFi & ReFi)
  • Panel 7: COP 28

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  • Tonia Damvakeraki, EU Blockchain Observatory and Forum Director
  • Prof George Giaglis, University of Nicosia
  • Dr Charis Savvides, University of Nicosia
  • Mariana de la Roche, Senior Regulatory Affairs Expert, IOTA / BoD & Chair of SISWG at INATBA

The event is free of charge

More confirmed speakers and a full agenda will be announced shortly.

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