ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren was invited to attend WebX2024 held in Tokyo, Japan yesterday, and participated in a roundtable forum themed "VC Perspective." The forum was hosted by Alex Shin, founder of Shin Labs, with other guests including Nao Kitazawa, partner at Eight Roads Ventures, and Diana Biggs, partner at 1kx, among other well-known Web3 investors. Jeff engaged in an in-depth discussion with everyone about OKX Ventures' investment strategy and insights on investment trends, emerging technologies, and the overall landscape of blockchain and crypto venture capital.Jeff emphasized OKX Ventures' focus on "crypto-native" projects. He stated that the team pays great attention to the actual utility of tokens within the blockchain ecosystem when selecting investment targets, and hopes that the tokens they invest in can truly integrate into their respective Web3 ecosystems. Additionally, as an investor, OKX Ventures will maintain a moderate level of involvement and will not excessively intervene in projects. He also believes that the development of the Bitcoin ecosystem will bring about more complex financial operations and value creation. As the boundaries between Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies become increasingly blurred, new opportunities and innovations will emerge. Finally, Jeff encouraged all practitioners to continue to maintain their faith in innovation, actively seek like-minded partners, and work together to promote the development of blockchain technology. He firmly believes that in this field full of possibilities, the ceiling has not yet appeared, and true innovation has only just begun. In the future, OKX Ventures will continue to support innovative projects as always.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren stated on April 7 during the "Layer 2 Revolution: Scaling the Future | OKX's L2 X Layer Eco Night" event that as the next strategic blockchain technology achievement of OKX, X Layer is tasked with connecting OKX to the Ethereum ecosystem and even the entire EVM ecosystem, and migrating hundreds of millions of users from off-chain to on-chain. Currently, X Layer has launched its testnet and developer version mainnet as planned after more than a year of planning and preparation. At present, the ZK engineering team of X Layer has grown fivefold, deploying over 230 testnet projects. In addition, OKX Ventures further supports the infrastructure construction of the X Layer ecosystem by backing ZK Layer 2 projects such as Starkware, zkSync, Scroll, Taiko, and hardware acceleration projects.It is reported that this event was hosted by XLayer and co-sponsored by Moby, Polygon, Eigenlayer, Renzo, and AWS, aiming to explore and co-build the future of Web3 through the development of scaling solutions shared by industry leaders.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren stated on April 6 during the "Happy Hour: Network & Drinks with OKX X Layer Community" event that many excellent L2 projects like X Layer reflect the continuous innovation in the blockchain industry. X Layer connects OKX more closely with the Polygon ecosystem and continues to contribute to the development of the Polygon Chain CDK, with the core aim of enhancing user experience while providing builders with native access to cutting-edge technology stacks.Jeff Ren further pointed out that X Layer is Ethereum-compatible, allowing existing DApps to migrate to X Layer at a very low cost. In addition, X Layer utilizes advanced zkSNARK technology to reduce transaction costs and increase speed, benefiting both developers and users with a smoother experience. In summary, as OKX continues to deepen its involvement in the L2 and Web3 fields, it will provide more support and assistance to DApp developers through X Layer, fulfilling its commitment to supporting blockchain infrastructure development.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren stated on April 5 at the "EVG & X Layer Present: Web3 Nexus 2024" event that Web3 provides more transparency and control for future digital life and internet users, bringing about significant changes.OKX is continuously building Web3 from multiple aspects. As a self-custody wallet, the OKX Web3 wallet offers users a powerful, simple, and secure one-stop Web3 entry through extensive compatibility with crypto protocols and aggregation of NFT markets, dApps, DeFi aggregators, and DEX aggregators. OKX Ventures explores and invests in innovative blockchain projects globally, aiming to promote sustainable development in the global industry and expand the influence of Ethereum, among other goals.In addition, OKX Ventures actively supports the Layer 2 network X Layer and its dApps and developers, assisting in the construction of its infrastructure and upper-layer applications to create a complete ecosystem. In summary, OKX hopes to collaborate with many partners in the industry to jointly build the future.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren stated on April 5 at the "EVG & X Layer Present: Web3 Nexus 2024" event that Web3 provides more transparency and control for the future digital life and internet users, bringing about significant changes.OKX is continuously building Web3 from multiple aspects. As a self-custody wallet, the OKX Web3 wallet offers users a powerful, simple, and secure one-stop Web3 entry by being widely compatible with crypto protocols and aggregating NFT markets, dApps, DeFi aggregators, and DEX aggregators. OKX Ventures explores and invests in innovative blockchain projects globally, aiming to promote sustainable development in the global industry and expand the influence of Ethereum, among others.In addition, OKX Ventures actively supports the Layer 2 network X Layer and its dApps and developers, assisting in the construction of its infrastructure and upper-layer applications to create a complete ecosystem. In summary, OKX hopes to work hand in hand with numerous partners in the industry to build the future together.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren delivered a keynote speech at the "OKX Web3 Night" event held during the Hong Kong Web3 Carnival on April 6. Jeff Ren expressed his pleasure in discussing the latest innovations and trends with industry leaders such as Solana, Aptos Labs, and Polyhedra, noting that these advancements not only demonstrate their efforts towards industry innovation but are also crucial for Web3. The close collaboration between OKX and these leaders aims to promote broader connections and cooperation within the blockchain community and contribute to a more interconnected and efficient blockchain ecosystem strategy.Jeff Ren pointed out that as one of the most active contributors in the Web3 space, OKX Web3 focuses on accelerating the growth and adoption of the blockchain ecosystem, driving adoption by providing robust support for developers across various chains and protocols, which reflects OKX's commitment to supporting blockchain infrastructure. However, OKX is not only dedicated to developing cutting-edge products but also actively invests in infrastructure, ecological governance protocols, and more to bring additional use cases to the blockchain, which is vital for advancing blockchain technology. OKX recognizes that strong infrastructure is a prerequisite for the widespread adoption of blockchain technology and is committed to meaningfully supporting a more decentralized future. In the future, OKX will also establish close ties with the Hong Kong crypto technology community and contribute to the evolution of blockchain technology, co-building the future of the digital age.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren will attend the first "Hong Kong Climate Forum" hosted by the University of Hong Kong on March 25. This forum aims to explore climate action and cooperation in the Greater Bay Area, promoting collaboration between the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and California in the areas of climate change and clean energy.At that time, Jeff will participate in a roundtable forum on the theme "Enabling Green Finance and Investments for Climate Mitigation," discussing the impact and measures of green finance and investments on climate improvement with leaders from various industries.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren shared many profound insights for entrepreneurial projects while attending the Ecosystem Growth Summit hosted by Gitcoin and Electric Capital. In Jeff Ren's view, compared to the emphasis on potential market size and technical background in traditional tech company financing, investment in crypto projects places greater importance on the innovation, narrative, and market positioning of the crypto projects. However, for early-stage projects focused on innovation, the process of going from 0 to 1 can be painful. Moreover, most current crypto projects revolve around tokens, so it is necessary to consider the utility of the tokens and their linkage to business growth in order to achieve better project development. It is not advisable for crypto projects to start fundraising only when market changes occur; instead, they need to plan ahead and clarify their needs to better cope with the rapidly changing market environment. When the industry is experiencing explosive growth, a project's valuation should not be as high as possible; rather, it should focus more on other aspects beyond valuation itself, such as project governance, etc.It is reported that OKX Ventures focuses on exploring the best blockchain projects globally, supporting cutting-edge blockchain technologies and innovations, promoting the sustainable development of the global blockchain industry, concentrating on long-term structural value investments, and helping entrepreneurs who contribute to the blockchain industry build great companies.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren was invited to attend the "DePIN Denver Web3 Coffee House" event on March 1 and delivered a keynote speech, stating that he is honored to walk this journey with quality partners like Fog Works and DMC, who are becoming increasingly important participants in the DePIN field. The development of the DePIN ecosystem is about how to bring blockchain into the daily lives of the public, and there has been good progress in its integration with artificial intelligence, which will enhance the interaction between machine data and people. Currently, we are moving towards a decentralized digital era, and OKX Ventures is not only an investor but also a quality partner, an advocate for industry innovation, and a believer in digital autonomy and privacy protection. Our investment in innovative technologies is an investment in the future, where digital life will be secure, private, and powerful. OKX Ventures will work with industry partners and developers to explore this imaginative future together.It is reported that OKX Ventures focuses on exploring the best blockchain projects globally, supporting cutting-edge blockchain technologies and innovations, promoting the sustainable development of the global blockchain industry, concentrating on long-term structural value investments, and helping entrepreneurs who contribute to the blockchain industry build great companies.

ChainCatcher news, OKLink announced that it has become the title sponsor of the Hong Kong Digital Asset Society (HKDAS) Annual Startup Competition InnoFront 2024. The company's chairman, Mr. Jeff Ren, will serve as a judge, mentor, and industry advisor for the finals, encouraging and guiding young people to actively engage in technological innovation.It is reported that this year's InnoFront 2024 is organized by the Hong Kong Digital Asset Society, with strong support from various government agencies and universities, including Cyberport Hong Kong, Invest Hong Kong, The University of Hong Kong, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The competition themes revolve around AI (Artificial Intelligence), Blockchain, and Cybersecurity, attracting nearly 50 participating teams from over 10 universities, with the number of teams still increasing. As a leading enterprise in the Hong Kong blockchain industry, OKLink will explain practical business application scenarios to the participants and provide support for projects with development potential.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren was invited to attend the "Hong Kong FinTech Week 2023" event, where he participated in a roundtable discussion on DeFi innovation and transformation alongside Fabian Astic, Global Head of DeFi and Digital Assets at Moody's Investor Services, and Janine Grainger, CEO of Easy Crypto. The roundtable was hosted by CoinTelegraph journalist Tom Mitchelhill. During the discussion, Jeff Ren stated that based on fundamental principles, DeFi brings decentralized, programmable, automated, and transparent financial services through the smart contract technology of blockchain networks, representing a significant innovation and complementary integration with traditional finance. For example, RWA (Real World Assets) bringing real assets on-chain and securely transferring ownership is one of the best application cases.It is reported that OKX is the diamond sponsor of "Hong Kong FinTech Week 2023." The event is organized by the Hong Kong Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau and the Invest Hong Kong of the Hong Kong SAR Government, co-organized by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong, and the Insurance Authority of Hong Kong. It is expected to attract over 30,000 participants from around the world and 5 million online views.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren was invited to attend the Ethereum Singapore 2023 conference and stated that OKX Ventures remains committed to building the Ethereum community, actively supporting, hosting, and organizing demo days and hackathons globally. In addition, regarding how to enhance the developer base and improve the developer experience, Jeff proposed three suggestions: simplifying the project funding process, promoting open-source initiatives, and strengthening communication channels.It is reported that many heavyweight guests, including the Ethereum Foundation, Vitalik Buterin, KPMG, Google Cloud, Circle, Huawei, Matter Labs, Scroll, Coinbase, MakerDAO, Pendle Finance, Zksync, Arbitrum, and LayerZero Labs, will also attend this conference.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren stated at the Schelling Point conference in Singapore that the development and growth of the crypto industry and Web3 stem from the community, thus community and ecosystem building is our focus. OKX Ventures is committed to supporting a broader Web3 community, crypto builders, and high-quality public goods projects through funding, working together with partners to build the Ethereum community. OKX Ventures hopes to amplify the voices of Asian builders while also bringing more Ethereum voices and the spirit of Gitcoin to the Asian market, allowing people from different languages, cultures, and backgrounds to participate.It is reported that the Schelling Point conference is co-hosted by Gitcoin, OKX Ventures, BlockBooster, and CollegeDAO, and is the first conference held by Gitcoin in Asia, sponsored by Alchemy Pay, Allinfra, Aki Network, Ethereum Climate Platform, EthSign, OctantApp, Smart Token Labs, and VitaDAO, with special support from the crypto media Bankless. The conference themes cover open-source technology, the application of blockchain technology in environmental protection, fair funding mechanisms, and how Web3 technology can innovate the education sector, among others.

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures partner Jeff Ren confirmed that he will attend the "2023 Hong Kong Web3 Carnival" on April 14, 2023, and participate in a roundtable discussion. Jeff leads OKX Ventures in exploring and investing in innovative blockchain projects globally, covering areas such as infrastructure, DeFi, GameFi, Web3, metaverse, and NFTs.It is reported that the "2023 Hong Kong Web3 Carnival" is co-hosted by Wanxiang Blockchain Lab and HashKey Group, with W3ME as the organizer. Mr. Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, has confirmed his attendance at the opening ceremony and will deliver a keynote speech. As the title sponsor of the Web3 Hong Kong Carnival, OKX is the only certified NFT ticket issuing partner of the event.