Opening Remarks

Paul Hsu and Brian Walls set the stage for a day focused on innovation, collaboration, and forward-thinking in the rapidly evolving Web3 space. Brian Walls, a key organizer and Managing Partner at Bridge Alternatives, welcomed attendees by emphasizing the visionary nature of the gathering, highlighting the importance of looking forward to the future rather than dwelling on the past. He spoke about the significance of the venue, Lincoln Yards in Chicago, symbolizing the event’s theme of building a visionary future. Walls also shared insights into his involvement in the crypto space since 2017, expressing excitement about being part of what he sees as the "next big thing."

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Paul followed by acknowledging the impressive assembly of industry leaders and visionaries. He praised the commitment of institutional investors like Brian, who have supported the Web3 ecosystem through various market cycles, underlining the importance of long-term vision in venture investing. He described Decasonic as "enhancement capital," focused on nurturing early-stage projects with the potential to scale significantly.

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The speakers highlighted the dynamic and often misunderstood nature of the crypto industry, pointing out that despite market fluctuations, the core opportunities in Web3 remain strong. They stressed the importance of perseverance, innovation, and strategic investment in non-consensus ideas, which they believe will lead to substantial future rewards. The opening remarks set a tone of optimism and resilience, encouraging participants to engage deeply in the day's discussions and to contribute to shaping the future of Web3