Gate.io Blog Pioneering Blockchain Innovation: Gate.io Steers at Hack Seasons, Exploring the Flourishing TON Ecosystem

Pioneering Blockchain Innovation: Gate.io Steers at Hack Seasons, Exploring the Flourishing TON Ecosystem

01 January 08:00

[//]:content-type-MARKDOWN-DONOT-DELETE
![](https://gimg2.gateimg.com/image/article/1726743304e1.png)

Gate.io was proud to present the Hack Seasons Conference in Singapore on Thursday, September 19th, at the iconic National Gallery Singapore. As the title sponsor, Gate.io was excited to support this prestigious event, which brought together some of the most forward-thinking minds in the tech and crypto space.

![](https://gimg2.gateimg.com/image/article/1726742263twitter4.png)

The Hack Seasons Conference featured a Tech Track Stage hosted by Gate Ventures. This segment offered a highly curated program of keynotes, panels, and project demos, providing an exclusive opportunity to explore the latest developments in blockchain technology and the TON ecosystem.

The focal points of the Hack Seasons Conference were two panels focusing on investment and exchanges. Jaylen, Principal at Gate Ventures, participated in the investment panel "Asian Investment Giants in Talks", while Edwin Cheung, Head of Sales at Gate.io, joined the exchange panel "Tell Me The Bull Run is Here". Kevin Lee, CEO of Gate.HK, an independent associate of Gate.io, delivered a keynote speech titled "Top 10% is the New 10x" in between the panels, where he focused on the long-term survival and growth of cryptocurrencies, sharing insights on traversing industry cycles.

The Tech Track Stage in the afternoon kicked off with an opening keynote by Dr. Lin Han, CEO of Gate.io, who spoke on the topic, 'Gateway to TON Ecosystem,' setting the stage for the day’s discussions. He shared insights on the current state of the TON ecosystem, highlighting that while it is experiencing rapid growth, users are facing key challenges such as low-cost token distribution and transfers, low-cost trading, and cross-chain transactions involving stablecoins. Gate.io offers solutions in several areas including batch distribution, pre-market/pre-mint options, spot trading, and cross-chain transfers. Following this, Richard Li, Partner at Gate Ventures, delivered an introduction to Gate Ventures, outlining its role in driving innovation and investment in the blockchain space.

![](https://gimg2.gateimg.com/image/article/1726742297twitter5.png)

One of the highlights of the day was a fireside chat between Richard Li and Inal Kardan, Partner at TON Ventures, offering insights into the collaborative efforts between Gate Ventures and TON Ventures. This discussion was followed by a two-hour demo session showcasing some of the most exciting projects within the TON ecosystem. Five innovative startups, including Enertime, Storm Trade, Taurus AI, TonArk, and Beaverland, presented their solutions, demonstrating cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of decentralized platforms.

The conference also featured a keynote by Sophia, Head of Acceleration at Ton Accelerator, who discussed the key role Ton Accelerator plays in advancing blockchain startups. A panel discussion followed, moderated by Sirada from Gate Ventures, focusing on how venture capital firms perceive the TON ecosystem and its projects. The panel included industry leaders such as Andrea from Oak Grove Ventures, Harsh Agarwal from Cypher Capital, Wes Huang from MEXC Ventures, and Fiona from DWF Ventures, who shared their expertise and perspectives on the investment potential within this rapidly evolving space.

The day concluded with networking, providing a valuable opportunity for attendees to connect with industry leaders, investors, and innovators from around the world. These meaningful interactions fostered new partnerships and sparked discussions about the future of the industry, leaving participants energized and inspired.

The Hack Seasons Conference in Singapore was a key moment for those interested in the intersection of blockchain technology and venture capital. Gate Ventures extended its gratitude to the media partners and all attendees for supporting this significant event. It was an inspiring and impactful day at the National Gallery Singapore.

### Disclaimer

This is a private event for professional knowledge sharing and networking purpose only. You should always seek independent professional advice before making any investment decisions. The products and/or services mentioned herein are only available to persons outside Singapore. Please be noted that Gate Group may restrict or prohibit the use of all or a portion of the Services from restricted locations. For more information, please read the applicable user agreements.

Author: Global Marketing Mason
*This article represents only the views of the researcher and does not constitute any investment suggestions.
*Gate.io reserves all rights to this article. Reposting of the article will be permitted provided Gate.io is referenced. In all cases, legal action will be taken due to copyright infringement.

Unbox Your Luck and Get a $6666 Prize

Pioneering Blockchain Innovation: Gate.io Steers at Hack Seasons, Exploring the Flourishing TON Ecosystem

Select language and region

Fiat Currencies