As use of blockchain has boomed, Ethereum, the underlying protocol powering innovators in the sector has become a subject of fierce debate. We bring together new players that are seeking to go beyond that dominant protocol to discuss how they are the next generation.

Introduction: Tariq Khan and Toby Lewis, CEO, Novum Insights

Moderator: Mike Butcher, TechCrunch

Panelists: Rajesh Gopi, head of product, Wanchain, Gilbert Verdian, CEO, Quant Network, Bob McDowall, special advisor, Cardano

The event is organised by innovation research firm Novum Insights and Tariq Khan.

21st March

1800 to 2100

Venue: Ashurst, Broadwalk House, 5 Appold Street, London EC2A 2AG

The rapid increase in the number of platforms built on Ethereum during 2017 has started to raise questions on the limitations of using a single protocol. Hence the rise of inter-ledger and multi-ledger systems.

This event has been designed to bring to life three of these new systems by their creators, and to help us understand the practical differences for those building and operating blockchain platforms which is also of interest for crypto investors. Are these the next generation platforms blockchain-based businesses ought to be building on?

Quant Network (Overledger), Wanchain, and Cardano will each be joining us to present their technologies and engage in a moderated and then open-room Q&A. This will be an informative and engaging event for techies and investors alike.

Please note that registration through Eventbrite is required so we can manage demand for this event.

The organisers

Novum Insights is a global market monitor of complex technologies, advising corporates on the blockchain platforms they should be considering and sharing with investors their analysis of over 2,000 ICOs. www.novuminsights.com

Toby Lewis, Novum Insights’ founder and CEO, is a highly energetic serial entrepreneur, prolific writer and analyst, straddling the worlds of technology startups, venture capital and data science. Novum Insights has produced the definitive special report on blockchain startups in September 2017.

Tariq Khan is a financial services lawyer turned entrepreneur. An active angel and crypto investor, startup mentor and holding seats on a number of advisory boards. He looks for real-world solutions with real-world values. LinkedIn

Our hosts

Our moderator

Mike Butcher is the editor of TechCrunch, a leading technology media property, dedicated to obsessively profiling startups, reviewing new Internet products, and breaking tech news. Mike is known for his direct and engaging style!