Blum, TONX, and TON Society hosted "The Open Art," attracting over ten thousand participants, making it the largest event of Token2049 week

Singapore---September 24, 2024, 9 PM

Hosted by Blum, TONX and TON Society, and co-hosted by CoinGecko, All At Once, TonBit and Google Cloud, the The Open Art event attracted over 11,280 registered participants, making it the most attended event during Singapore's Token2049 week. This grand event, held on September 19 at the National Gallery Singapore, one of the country's most prestigious venues, brought together thousands to explore the latest innovations in the TON ecosystem.

The event highlighted the growing influence of the TON ecosystem, with over 60 partners from the Web3 space showcasing its potential through live discussions, keynote speeches, and networking sessions. The TON ecosystem is seen as a key force in driving the mainstream adoption of Web3, and despite market volatility, TON continues to push the boundaries of innovation.

"We at TONX firmly believe in fostering a culture of innovation within the TON ecosystem. By attracting thousands of attendees from the Asia-Pacific region and beyond, we are not only challenging the limits of possibility but also emphasizing the power of our SuperApp ecosystem and the new economy," said Wego, co-founder of TONX.

Participants also enjoyed an immersive experience, with event designs and merchandise themed around Open Art. Every detail was meticulously crafted to reflect the values represented by the TON ecosystem—freedom of expression, creativity, and innovation.

"We are proud to host the largest side event of Token2049 week; this is another milestone for Blum," said Vladimir Smerkis, Chief Marketing Officer and co-founder of Blum. "While we operate entirely online, face-to-face gatherings still hold unique value. Unlike our launch in April, TON and Telegram became the clear focus, dominating discussions throughout the conference. This is a symbol of the times."

⬆Open Art Main Stage Opening (TONX)

Over 35 Web3 Leaders Share Their Vision for the Future of the TON Ecosystem

The event was led by Steve Yun, President of the TON Foundation, Wego, co-founder of TONX, Gleb Kostarev, CEO of Blum, and Ekin Tuna, co-founder of TON Society, and kicked off with a symbolic TONX paper airplane ceremony. The main stage opened with a speech from Gleb Kostarev, followed by keynote addresses from Wego, Ekin Tuna, Leonard, co-founder of All At Once, Ian W., co-founder of TON Ventures, and Eefy Lin, Web3 Solutions Architect at Google Cloud. Paul Li, co-founder of TonBit, also introduced the participants to TON's first CTF challenge.

One of the highlights of the event was a fireside chat between TM Lee, co-founder of CoinGecko, and Dr. Awesome Doge, co-founder of TONX, discussing the evolution of blockchain technology and its future development.

Another key discussion featured a dialogue among co-founders from Blum, Catizen, TONX, and TON Society, exploring the opportunities and challenges within the TON ecosystem and the broader Web3 space. The main stage presentations concluded with a special showcase from Sam of Jambo Phone.

⬆Highlights from The Open Art Discussions (TONX)

Second Stage Discussions and Highlights

The second stage began with "TON Security Unveiled," featuring an in-depth discussion on the security of the TON ecosystem, with guests including Norbert from Nubit’s global growth department and Luis, co-founder of TonBit, moderated by Maeveknows, co-founder of Pukecast.

This was followed by a fireside chat between Jakob Palmstierna, President and Chief Business Officer of GSR, and Suji Yan, co-founder of Mask Network, moderated by Andi, Head of Growth at BlockMedia.

Next, Lemon, co-founder of UTonic, delivered a keynote speech. This was followed by a DeFi panel discussion titled "Unleashing the Power of DeFi on TON," featuring panelists including Ping Chen, core contributor at BeaverLand, Joshua, Head of Growth and Partnerships at Tradoor, Pang Xue Kai, founder and CEO of ForU AI, and Keer Lau, Chief Strategy Officer at Orbiter Finance. Participants discussed how DeFi can play a role within the TON ecosystem.

⬆Over 10,000 Registered Participants for Open Art (TONX)

Open Art Interactive Experience and VIP Experience

Open Art offered attendees a variety of interactive experiences. Partner booths showcased their projects and surprised participants. VIP attendees enjoyed exclusive fast-track access, allowing them to interact directly with the Web3 community without waiting in line. VIP participants also received limited edition wearable art and tote bags themed around "freedom of expression."

In addition to booth displays, attendees could enjoy interactive games in Open Art's dedicated gaming area, such as air hockey tables and foosball. Light snacks and beverages were also provided during the event, allowing participants to recharge in a relaxed atmosphere.

⬆Sponsors and Partners of Open Art Listed (TONX)

Sponsors and Partners of the Open Art Event

The successful hosting of Open Art was made possible by the strong support of partners. The event was hosted by Blum, TONX and TON Society, and co-hosted by CoinGecko, All At Once, TonBit and Google Cloud.

Gold sponsors included Catizen, Nubit, IoTeX, The Open Forest, CloudMile, ForuAI, OpenTorch, Tradoor, GGI and UTonic. Silver sponsors included GSR, Yuliverse, Televerse, Beaverland, Orbiter Finance, Duckchain, Duckcoop, PrivateAI, TON Polling, Bitget Wallet and Miss W.

Additionally, important partners included strategic partner MPost, transportation partner MVL/TADA, and mobile partner Jambo. Open Art's venture capital partners included SNZ, Summer Ventures, TON Ventures, EVG, DFG and JSquare.

⬆"Open Art ID Treasure Hunt" Launched by Blum and TONX (TONX)

Open Art ID Treasure Hunt Game Hosted by Blum and TONX

The Open Art event also launched an exciting “Open Art ID Treasure Hunt Game” (TOA ID), hosted by Blum and TONX. Participants can mint a TOA ID, create a Blum account, and complete at least one task from any of the 12 participating projects for a chance to win up to 10,000 USDT.

Participating projects include: Blum, WONTON, All At Once, Yuliverse, QuackQuack, Tradoor, Beaverland, MVL Chain, JamboPhone, ForU AI, Ton AI and DUCKS.

The Open Art event, hosted by Blum, TONX and TON Society, has established itself as a landmark event during Token2049 week, attracting over 11,000 registered participants, more than 60 partners, and over 35 industry leaders to share their vision for the ever-growing TON ecosystem.

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About The Open Art

"The Open Art Night" is hosted by Blum, TONX, and TON Society during Token2049, merging innovation with the spirit of free expression. The event was grandly held at the National Gallery Singapore, with thousands of participants registering for live discussions and gaining exclusive insights about Blum, TONX, and TON Society.

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TONX is a driving force in expanding developer capabilities for Telegram and TON applications. As a pioneering partner of TON, TONX provides an open platform connecting developers, investors, and users to shape the new economy together. The 2024 TONX Hacker House sparked a wave of innovative Web3 projects. TONX's core product, the TONX API, is a key force driving the Web3 super app ecosystem with 950 million users.

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Blum is a decentralized exchange that offers token trading services from centralized and decentralized exchanges on both Telegram and other platforms, simplifying the derivatives trading process—all within one application. Blum focuses on trading memecoins and new tokens and has launched a new platform called "memepad" specifically for meme projects, incorporating gamification mechanisms to enhance user engagement. Blum symbolizes the potential and beauty of the crypto world, like a blooming flower.

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TON Society is a global grassroots movement supporting the growth of the TON community, creating locally active communities through various events and growth systems, dedicated to using blockchain technology as a force for positive change. TON Society operates in nine regions, including CIS, Asia, Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, hosting up to 16 online and offline events each month. TON Society Hong Kong is the only official Chinese community within the TON ecosystem, providing users with the fastest way to explore and engage with TON, connecting builders and enthusiasts.

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About All At Once

All At Once is a next-generation Triple-A game based on TON, inspired by "Clash Royale." The game attracted over 600,000 players within a month and has over 50,000 daily active users. As one of the top 14 finalists in the "TON Hackathon: Code Summer" ABS 2024, All At Once not only provides unmatched value compared to traditional card games but also delivers an immersive gaming experience.

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