The Trust’24 event aims to create a harmonious connection between Blockchain technology and a series of concepts we consider indispensable today for a better vision of future and business, such as sustainability, equity, and transparency.

In the spirit of the “Kalevala”, Finland’s epic of interconnectedness and harmony, we look to the future where blockchain, like the threads of the ancient poem, weaves a network of transparency, trust, and sustainability. Just as the “Kalevala” upheld balance with nature, blockchain technology today promises to restore balance in the digital realm—enhancing transparency, securing data, and driving sustainable business practices. As we explore its potential, we honor tradition by paving the way for more equitable and accountable processes across industries, ensuring a future as transparent as the “Kalevala’s” vision.

Ramesh Ramadoss is an entrepreneur, researcher, author, and international speaker. He received his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering from the University of Colorado at Boulder, USA. Currently, he is active in the fields of AI and blockchain. He is the author or co-author of one book, four book chapters, and over 50 research papers. He has delivered talks at over 200 international conferences across 70 countries. He serves as the Chair of the IEEE Blockchain Technical Community and spearheaded the launch of over 80 IEEE Blockchain Local Groups worldwide. He is also a member of the Board of Governors of the IEEE Standards Association. In 2024, his biography was included in the Marquis Who’s Who in America registry for his notable contributions to engineering. He has 5 years of academic experience and has conducted research projects for DARPA, NASA, the U.S. Army, the U.S. Air Force, Sandia National Labs, and Motorola Labs. In addition, he has over 15 years of industry experience at startups, medium-sized companies, and large corporations in Silicon Valley.

Elias Ahonen had 11-years of industry experience is described as “one of the first Bitcoin historians” for his 2016 book, Physical Bitcoins. His PhD research at the University of Turku Law School concerns the intersection of blockchain and international law. He is a columnist for Cointelegraph, a Director for digital asset exchange Roqqu, and serves on the Special Council of the Horizen Foundation DAO overseeing the Horizen blockchain.