Rise is a worldwide community established by Barclays that brings together the most innovative individuals dedicated to shaping the future of financial services.
Through its FinTech hubs located across the globe, Rise provides a platform for advanced startups and growing companies to collaborate, innovate, and expand their businesses with the support of Barclays' extensive network of industry experts, mentors, investors, and partners.
By joining Rise, entrepreneurs gain exclusive opportunities to receive mentorship, valuable insights, expert guidance, and access to state-of-the-art facilities, all conveniently situated in the vibrant Shoreditch area of London at Rise London.
During the latest episode of the Crypto Club, titled "Blockchain Bling: How Blockchain is changing the Luxury Industry," we were honoured to host four esteemed guest speakers who shared their invaluable insights and experiences pertaining to their businesses.
John Tsopanis, Founder of 1UP Metaverse, kicked off the event by introducing their remote working and social networking-focused Metaverse.
With a crypto and NFT-powered mobile social network, users can purchase and monetize various assets within the 1UP Metaverse, including digital real estate, luxury fashion, original music, and AR experiences, across mobile, PC, and console platforms.
Continuing the engaging lineup of speakers, Miki Elson, Founder of Artsect DAO, took the stage to discuss their innovative venture in the realm of Decentralized Arts Organizations.
Elson highlighted their pioneering approach, which involves the creation of immersive retail spaces and NFT galleries in both London and China. Moreover, Artsect DAO is actively involved in developing incubation tools for artistic, fashion, and music communities, further enriching the decentralized ecosystem.
Gareth Mathews, Founder of Departmnt, took the stage as the third speaker, focusing on their mission to shape the future of luxury goods and experiences using blockchain technology.
The final speaker, Ricardo Gismondi, Founder of DesignBook, shared insights into their platform's innovative solution. DesignBook enables brands to directly create their digital items on the blockchain, addressing the growing customer demands for enhanced services, product transparency, and ownership certification.
By leveraging blockchain technology, DesignBook empowers brands to meet higher customer expectations and establish a stronger connection with their audience.
The event, expertly chaired by Andrea Cosentino, Founder and CEO of Impact Fundry, took place at the esteemed auditorium provided by Barclays Rise London in Shoreditch.
With approximately 100 attendees in attendance and a broader online audience through the live Zoom broadcast, the event successfully engaged a diverse audience both in-person and virtually.