




Blockchain Business Conference is a two-day event taking place in Vizag at the heart of India’s Fintech capital, Andhra Pradesh. It is hosting an exclusive group of regional and international blockchain experts, startups, corporates, leading FSI executives, regulators, entrepreneurs, policy makers and academics from around the world – who will explore blockchain technologies, its applications and how it will impact the financial services industry.
The conference will also feature discussions covering international and regional case-studies, and global best practices in blockchain technology implementations which will be shared among the delegates.
Fintech Valley Vizag (an initiative of the Govt. of Andhra Pradesh), is hosting the conference with support from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Govt. of India.
It is taking place on 9th – 10th Oct 2017 at the Novotel Hotel in Vizag, India.

DEMYSTIFYING BLOCKCHAIN
HAPPENINGS

CONFERENCE
CONFERENCE
Closed-door discussions deliberating on blockchain solutions to key issues facing across sectors.
Witness international and regional blockchain experts talk about the pros and cons of adopting blockchain technologies, especially in the Indian subcontinent. Be a part of panel discussions, tech-talks, fire-side chats, and debates on blockchain potential to reshaping the global financial system.
BOOK TICKETS (Register here to get access to conference sessions and exhibition)
GET INVOLVED (Explore sponsorship opportunities)

ROUND TABLES
ROUND TABLES
Closed-door meetings to share your blockchain ideas while connecting with your peers.
Fintech Valley Vizag invites experts from the Fintech ecosystem, government officials and CXOs of enterprises for closed-door meetings to discuss and share ideas on blockchain applications in key areas including cybersecurity, regulatory, trade finance and logistics.
See the round table discussion topics

STARTUP CHALLENGES
STARTUP CHALLENGES
Compete and win at the Fintech Valley Blockchain Startup Challenges
Startups with bright and innovative ideas in blockchain applications can compete in three separate streams to win an opportunity for a paid pilot at the sponsoring enterprise, and a seed grant of INR 5 lakhs from the state government.
See the startup challenge streams and apply

STARTUP SHOWCASE
STARTUP SHOWCASE
Present your blockchain solutions to SMEs, startups and government agencies.
Connect with prospective business partners in an exclusive innovation-focused conference space with access to tech facilities, interactive sessions, networking areas, breakouts and meeting space on the reservation.
Register here to book your exhibition booth

INVESTOR CONNECT
INVESTOR CONNECT
Private meetings where startups pitch investors
Be a part of 100 Open Startups global ranking system that gets you connected with large corporations. Apply for one of the grand challenges, get evaluated, receive feedback from startup community and take part in pitch competition.
The results will get you ranked among global startups and are heavily appraised by investors and covered by media.

CUSTOMER CONNECT
CUSTOMER CONNECT
Private meetings where startup meet large corporates
All registered startups have an exclusive opportunity to request a face-to-face meeting with their choice of corporate. Dedicated business analysts will then contact shortlisted and qualified startups to arrange private meetings that will take place at the event.
Further conference calls or follow up meetings will also be arranged when necessary.
Register here to apply for a private one-to-one meeting

CONFERENCE
Closed-door discussions deliberating on blockchain solutions to key issues facing across sectors.
Witness international and regional blockchain experts talk about the pros and cons of adopting blockchain technologies, especially in the Indian subcontinent. Be a part of panel discussions, tech-talks, fire-side chats, and debates on blockchain potential to reshaping the global financial system.
BOOK TICKETS
Register here to get access to conference sessions and exhibition
GET INVOLVED
Explore sponsorship opportunities

ROUND TABLES
Closed-door meetings to share your blockchain ideas while connecting with your peers.
Fintech Valley Vizag invites experts from the Fintech ecosystem, government officials and CXOs of enterprises for closed-door meetings to discuss and share ideas on blockchain applications in key areas including cybersecurity, regulatory, trade finance and logistics.
REGISTER
See the round table discussion topics

STARTUP CHALLENGES
Compete and win at the Fintech Valley Blockchain Startup Challenges
Startups with bright and innovative ideas in blockchain applications can compete in three separate streams to win an opportunity for a paid pilot at the sponsoring enterprise, and a seed grant of INR 5 lakhs from the state government.
APPLY HERE
See the startup challenge streams and apply

STARTUP SHOWCASE
Present your blockchain solutions to SMEs, startups and government agencies.
Connect with prospective business partners in an exclusive innovation-focused conference space with access to tech facilities, interactive sessions, networking areas, breakouts and meeting space on the reservation.
BOOK YOUR SPACE
Register here to book your exhibition booth

INVESTOR CONNECT
Private meetings where startups pitch investors
Be a part of 100 Open Startups global ranking system that gets you connected with large corporations. Apply for one of the grand challenges, get evaluated, receive feedback from startup community and take part in pitch competition.
The results will get you ranked among global startups and are heavily appraised by investors and covered by media.

CUSTOMER CONNECT
All registered startups have an exclusive opportunity to request a face-to-face meeting with their choice of corporate. Dedicated business analysts will then contact shortlisted and qualified startups to arrange private meetings that will take place at the event.
Further conference calls or follow up meetings will also be arranged when necessary.
APPLY
Register here to apply for a private one-to-one meeting

STUDENTS WORKSHOP
UNDERSTANDING THE BLOCKCHAIN
A workshop for students is designed to take them through the world of blockchain technologies, its applications, and opportunities. It consists of keynote talks, use-case presentations, demos, hackathon opportunities, and academic startup challenge.
It is taking place on 8th October 2017 at GITAM University, Visakhapatnam.

BLOCKCHAIN HACKATHON SERIES - 2017
BLOCKCHAIN HACKATHON SERIES - 2017
18 Hackathons in 18 selected colleges
The government of Andhra Pradesh is hosting a series of 18 Blockchain themed Hackathons in 18 selected colleges across the state in association with Fintech Valley, Vizag, and Hackamania Technology Pvt. Ltd.
The program is intended for the technical skill development and tech hiring of the students in the state via practical applications, and rigorous mentoring by seasoned blockchain mentors.

UNDERSTANDING THE BLOCKCHAIN
A workshop for students – This is a one day workshop designed to take the students through the world of blockchain technologies, its applications and opportunities. There will be keynote talks, use-case presentations, demos, hackathon opportunities, and academic startup challenge.
The workshop is taking place on 8 October 2017 at GITAM University, Visakhapatnam

STARTUP WEEKENDS
A superior experiential education for technical and non-technical entrepreneurs

BLOCKCHAIN HACKATHON SERIES – 2017
Blockchain themed hackathons across 18 colleges
The government of Andhra Pradesh is hosting a series of 18 Blockchain Themed Hackathons in selected 18 colleges across the state in association with Fintech Valley, Vizag, and Hackmania Technology Pvt. Ltd.
The program is intended for the technical skill development and tech hiring of the students in the state via practical applications of the theme and rigorous mentoring by seasoned mentors.
REVOLUTIONISING BUSINESSES THROUGH BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY






FEATURED DISCUSSIONS

Technology trends in blockchain influencing the landscape of global digital economy

Disruptions in
business

Technology trends in blockchain

Blockchain & cybersecurity
BLOCKCHAIN IN:

Banking &
Insurance

Trade finance

Capacity building and R&D

Supply chain & logistics

Ports & logistics

Governance & regulation
WHO IS ATTENDING?
SPEAKERS

SHRI N. CHANDRABABU NAIDU
Hon’ Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh
INDIA

SHRI NARA LOKESH
Hon’ IT Minister of Andhra Pradesh
INDIA

AJAY PRAKASH SAWHNEY
Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and
Information Technology (MeitY)
INDIA

RAVI MENON
Managing Director
Monetary Authority of Singapore
SINGAPORE

GULSHAN RAI
Special Secretary to The Prime Minister for Cyber Security
INDIA

MENNY BARZILAY
CEO & Cyber
Security Strategist, FortyTwo
ISRAEL

RICHARD KASTELEIN
Founder Blockchain News, Cryptoassets Design Group & Blockchain Partners
NETHERLANDS

JACK SHAW
Executive Director,
American Blockchain Council
USA
DELEGATE PASS
REGULAR
- 2-Day Conference Pass
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WELCOME TO VIZAG
Visakhapatnam: Known as ‘The Jewel of the East Coast’, Vishakapatnam is one of the 100 fastest growing cities in the world. Natural harbours, resources and economic benefits make it a prime destination for global businesses.
EVENT VENUE
Novotel, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh – 530048