This year’s Ethereum Developer Conference, EDCON 2024, will be held from July 26th to July 30th at the United Nations University and the Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Shibuya, Tokyo. The Shibuya Creative Technology Committee and EDCON have announced a strategic partnership this month to establish a subcommittee.
The Shibuya Creative Technology Committee and EDCON have established a strategic partnership to better support the EDCON event, which will be held in Tokyo, Japan in May 2024. The partnership aims to bring new opportunities to the global art and technology community by combining professional knowledge and innovative planning.
The Shibuya ward government will fully support “EDCON 2024” through this collaboration. By combining professional knowledge and innovative planning, the partnership aims to bring new opportunities to the global art and technology community.
Mr. Katsuro Tabata, Head of the International Strategy Division of the Shibuya ward government, expressed enthusiasm and anticipation for this collaboration, stating:
“The subcommittee will organize a special event called ‘City Treasure Hunt’ in Shibuya in July. The event aims to allow participants to discover the fusion of culture, entertainment, and technology in Shibuya. The treasure hunt will guide participants to explore Shibuya’s iconic landmarks, hidden treasures, and technology centers, and interact with participants at each location through clues and challenges. Participants will have the opportunity to collect unique digital tokens and exclusive prizes, while deepening their understanding of Shibuya’s rich artistic and technological heritage.
This immersive experience will be closely integrated with the broader agenda of “EDCON 2024” and provide an engaging and educational way to explore the city.
“EDCON 2024” will emphasize the fundamental principles of decentralization and community collaboration in Ethereum. The conference will take place from July 24th to July 30th and will feature a variety of events at the United Nations University and the Yoyogi National Gymnasium:
Community events (July 24th – 28th): Diverse activities will be held to promote communication and connections among participants and establish relationships among technology enthusiasts.
Super Showcase Day (July 27th): Provides a platform for emerging startups to showcase their ideas to investors, developers, and industry leaders.
Ethereum Community Conference and Workshops (July 28th): In-depth discussions and interactive meetings on blockchain technology and decentralization.
Main venue (July 29th – 30th): Thought-provoking lectures and exhibitions held at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium, which will be the first time this iconic Olympic venue hosts a technology conference.
The conference will also include a keynote speech by the founders to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Ethereum and provide an unprecedented opportunity for networking with pioneers who have shaped the blockchain landscape.
As an experiential partner supported by the Shibuya Entrepreneurship Support, 8ships will provide professional knowledge to the subcommittee to ensure that the event offers accessible Web3 education for all participants.
This collaboration will make “EDCON 2024” an outstanding leading conference, highlighting Shibuya as a vibrant hub of creative technology. With the support of sponsors and Shibuya, “EDCON 2024” will provide free tickets to expand the Web3 community in Japan and globally.
To apply for your ticket, please visit:
https://edcon.io/ticket/
About the Shibuya Creative Technology Committee:
The Shibuya Creative Technology Committee is committed to cultivating innovative technologies in the Shibuya area and connecting its diverse cultural assets through digital advancements.
About EDCON:
EDCON is a global Ethereum developer conference that emphasizes decentralization, community collaboration, and innovation. “EDCON 2024” will be held from July 26th to July 30th at the United Nations University and the Yoyogi National Gymnasium.