How to build the ultimate crypto conference with Paris Blockchain Week's Michael Amar
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- Paris Blockchain Week Chairman Michael Amar shared insights into developing and running a top-tier crypto conference.
Episode 13 of Season 7 of The Scoop was recorded with The Block's Frank Chaparro and Paris Blockchain Week Chairman Michael Amar.
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The Scoop's host, Frank Chaparro, was joined by Paris Blockchain Week Chairman Michael Amar.
In this episode, Chaparro and Amar discussed the origin and development of Paris Blockchain Week. Amar shared anecdotes of the various challenges and milestones reached over the years, and gave tips on curating a top-tier crypto conference.
OUTLINE
00:00 - Introduction
00:56 - Sponsor break
02:49 - Michael Amar’s journey into crypto
06:55 - The development of Paris Blockchain Week
08:57 - Capturing the zeitgeist each year
11:11 - Crypto conference oversaturation
13:40 - Challenges in running a crypto rvent
18:28 - The European crypto landscape
20:35 - Expectations for 2025
22:20 - Emerging sectors and trends
25:33 - Advice for founders entering the crypto space
30:38 - Conclusion
GUEST LINKS
Michael Amar - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amarmic/
Michael Amar on X - https://x.com/amarmic
Paris Blockchain Week - https://www.parisblockchainweek.com/
Paris Blockchain Week on X - https://x.com/Parisblockweek
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