A vast number of books about blockchain and AI technologies have been published over the recent years. These highlight the ways in which blockchain and AI have been bringing about drastic changes into our society. Many were written by some of the shrewdest thought leaders. This award goes as a recognition of this contribution.

The blockchain industry has both matured and developped having taken a huge leap from a tentative space to a fully fledged industry. A lot of successful startups have sprung up and are moving forward at at headlong speed even despite the "winter". Many of them owe their success to their Advisors, whose expertise, reputation and business acumen have enabled them to discern the talent and to support it.

The industry has got to come to appreciate the efforts of people who made it their goal evangelizing the blockchain revolution. It has been through their commitment and dedication that some of the major events in the space received both detailed and unbiased coverage, that the ideas of thought leaders got spead and that the brightest startups became known to the public at large.

Blockchain and AI gave rise to some of the stunning marketing/PR campaigns ever implemented. Not only startups, but large companies in the transition period in blockchain technology, have entrusted conducting their public relations to professional PR agencies. This award is designed to highlight their contribution in bringing the best to the fore as well the appreciation of their clients.

This award goes to an individual who will be considered by our jury to have made a game changing impact on modern society on its way to the democratisation and decentralisation of the global financial system.

The effects of blockchain technology on social and environmental scenarios are nothing short of revolutionary. This emerging tech has already proven itself a game changer, allowing people to access and transfer data in an easy and eco-friendly way. It is for this reason that we have decided to aim the spotlight on some amazing projects which are forging a new path in problem solving. Follow their story as they develop and improve blockchain in those arenas.

The strong bonds that are achieved through community are vital in this new digital era, so what better than an award honouring the myriad of ways art can bring together different cultures and mindsets through technology?

We’re bringing you some amazing art projects which are applying the innovation behind Artificial Intelligence, and blockchain to the forefront of this industry, showcasing the creative thought process behind them and highlighting the phenomenal results being delivered. From transparency of price to ownership rights, the merging of art and tech has produced novel industries such as digital art and digital collectibles.

There are many paths towards a sustainable future with blockchain technology, but DAOs, while still in the ‘work in progress stage’ have the potential to be game changers. From intellectual property to actual government, DAOs give back sovereign power to the people by allowing for a true democracy - enhancing a broken social layer, engendering business collaborations and creating accountability.

With each passing day we realise that the strength powering blockchain is the community behind it.

The tighter our bonds, the stronger blockchain becomes. Education plays a strong, defining role in this process, which is why we have decided to reward projects working on implementing a sustainable education program and consequentially fostering adoption and strengthening the community at large.

The convergence of technologies has helped produce innovative industry-ready solutions. The broadness of technologies such as blockchain and A.I. have benefited enormously from the smart applications of IoT, capitalising on the rich gold mines of data the digital era has produced and creating intriguing problem solving ideas. IoT itself is also in debt to the benefits offered by block tech, such as long-term security solutions for smart devices. In light of this we recognise those taking bold steps towards a more united and connected future.