Women in Blockchain highlights the need for greater diversity in the blockchain space

On the eve of May 22nd, also the second day of London Conference and Blockchain 2024female entrepreneurs, future tech and media enthusiasts gathered at the AllBright Mayfair Members Club to celebrate women in Blockchain.

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The invitation-only event, co-hosted by London Blockchain Conference and Women in Blockchain Talks, is designed to bring like-minded women together to enjoy intimate networking, a thoughtful panel session, cocktails and canapés. Attendees ranged from speakers and delegates at the London Blockchain Conference to local entrepreneurs and disruptive voices in the Blockchain, Web3 and future tech space.

Upon arriving at the elegant Mayfair venue, guests were greeted with welcome drinks and the opportunity to mingle with colleagues, followed by a panel and more networking.

The 45-minute panel discussion was moderated by the founder of Women in Blockchain Talks Lavinia Osbourne– also known as “Oprah of Blockchain” – joined by the speakers Cristina Leong by nChain, Lauren Ingram of Women of Web3, ed Divya Prashanth by JurnyOn.

The panel covered various topics, including why we need more diversity in the blockchain space and how to get there, barriers to entry, tips for increasing investment in emerging technology, the most interesting aspect of blockchain, and where artificial intelligence meets blockchain.

“It was a really special night,” Ingram shared with me after his panel.

“It was amazing to have so many women in one space who are all connected in some way to blockchain or Web3. I think you get a special kind of energy when you bring together women who are typically in the minority at an event,” she added.

Prashanth, who was alongside Ingram on the panel, described the evening as an “amazing collaboration” and expressed his gratitude for such events.

“I’m so excited that the Blockchain Conference in London did this. I’ve had some amazing conversations with all the women out here, whether they’re women who are looking to start their own start-up or who have already embarked on their journey. It was amazing,” she shared.

Osborne said she was honored to be part of the evening’s festivities as a partner and spoke about how important it is to foster these types of conversations.

“As I said on the panel, it’s not just about diversity and inclusion. It’s about highlighting the diversity of talent. We are, first and foremost, talented individuals. But yes, we are women and representation matters,” she said.

Leong also discussed diversity during the panel, citing his efforts at nChain to build diversity workforce in the Web3 world and explain why this is so important.

“Diversity of thought is the most important thing to me. I am very different too, so having different types of thinking will help us grow better. Better solutions, better team, better culture,” she said.

Lilly Douse, chair of the London Blockchain Conference 2024, was also present.

“I think if we could try to bring more women into the industry and show them that you don’t need a specific degree, I think we’ll see that tonight with so many amazing women. It is not necessary to have a particular background; you just have to believe in technology, believe in change and really want to see a different future,” she shared.

It is important to note that although this was a “Women in Blockchain” event, the discussions were not just about women in blockchain; they were about the utilities and solutions that blockchain offers to the digital world. When asked to reveal the most exciting area that blockchain will bring forward, the panelists had some thoughtful perspectives to share.

Osbourne cited tokenization and asset fractionation as the most exciting space for her, while Prashanth cited public transportation as an industry ripe for digital disruption and transformation.

Leong spoke about his passion for digital identity solutions.

“Sir Tim Berners-Lee said that when he designed and built the Internet, what was missing was the layer of identity. To make it truly, truly digital and modern, we need the identity to be compatible with the digital world. Right now, it’s just a little too archaic,” Leong said.

Ingram highlighted the intersection between AI and blockchain. He described it as a sweet spot that will help replace the jargon surrounding the Web3 space with something that appeals to the masses.

“Most of the time when we talk about blockchain, aside from the people who are actually building blockchain-based products, it feels like we’re talking about the future. And I think the thing that will change will be some sort of killer application. And I think it will probably involve artificial intelligence,” he predicted.

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