Firedancer, Debates, and Solana 2.0: Breakpoint 2024 Agenda Unveiled

  • August 30, 2024

Get ready for a crypto conference like no other — Breakpoint 2024 is set to redefine the norms of blockchain events. The highly anticipated agenda has now been revealed, promising a dynamic mix of thought-provoking debates, groundbreaking keynotes, and product-focused announcements. No panels, no shilling, just pure innovation and meaningful discussions.

Two Stages Dedicated to Progress: Left Curve and Right Curve

This year, Breakpoint is simplifying its setup with just two stages — Left Curve and Right Curve — and both will be packed with exciting, cutting-edge content.

Left Curve: Where Product and Culture Take Center Stage

The Left Curve stage will bring together leaders, visionaries, and innovators to discuss everything from Solana’s future to cultural shifts in the blockchain space. Highlights include:

  • A Fireside Chat to Remember: Start the event with a conversation between Raj Gokal, President of Solana Labs, and Balaji Srinivasan, visionary behind The Network State.
  • Firedancer Update: Two years after its first demo at Breakpoint 2022, Kevin Bowers of Jump Crypto will share the latest on bringing Firedancer to Solana’s mainnet beta.
  • The Rise (and Fall?) of Celebrity Tokens: A lively debate between Eric Wall, the creator of Taproot Wizards, and pop icon Iggy Azalea, the face of Solana celeb tokens.
  • East vs. West in Crypto: A debate featuring blockchain leaders Cindy Leow (Drift), Joanna Zeng (SOON), and Dovey Wan (Primitive Ventures), diving into cultural differences in the crypto sphere.
  • Should the Solana Foundation Exist?: A heated debate on the Foundation’s future, hosted by Joel John (Decentralised) with Dan Albert (Solana Foundation) and Viktor Fischer (RockawayX).
  • Solana or Ethereum: Which Is More Future-Proof?: This debate pits Santiago Roel Santos (SRS Family Office) against Avichal Garg (Electric Capital), with Ben Sparango (Solana Foundation) moderating.
  • Biohacking and Beyond: A fireside chat with Bryan Johnson, renowned biohacker and VC behind Blueprint.
  • Tackling Scams in Crypto: Emily Meyers (Electric Capital) and Mike Dudas (6th Man Ventures) hash out potential solutions, with Logan Jastremski (Frictionless Capital) moderating.
  • The Solana Awards: Day 1 concludes with a special awards ceremony celebrating the Solana ecosystem. 👀

Right Curve: A Developer’s Paradise

Right Curve is all about deep dives into the technical side of Solana. Developers and engineers won’t want to miss the workshops, intricate demos, and technical breakdowns, such as:

  • Defending Against Attacks: A technical deep dive into how automated market makers fend off sandwich attacks, led by Eugene Chen of Ellipsis Labs.
  • zk-Compression in Action: Learn all about zero-knowledge compression and indexing in a session hosted by Swen Schaeferjohann (Light Protocol) and Nicolas Pennie (Helius).
  • Solana Actions Workshop: Get hands-on with Nick Frostbutter from the Solana Foundation as he explores Blinks and Solana Actions.
  • Solana 2.0 on the Horizon: Join Mert Mumtaz (Helius) in a fireside chat with Anatoly Yakovenko, the co-founder of Solana Labs, as they discuss Solana’s roadmap and the possibilities of Solana 2.0.

Beyond the Main Stages

Breakpoint isn’t just about the Left and Right Curve stages. The conference offers rich opportunities for learning, collaboration, and exploration through its varied spaces and workshops.

Here’s a taste of what’s happening offstage:

  • The Pod: A hub for intimate workshops and talks from teams across the Solana ecosystem, offering a closer look at key topics.
  • The Colosseum Hackathon Arena: A space dedicated to participants of the Solana Radar Hackathon, featuring workshops and sessions (schedule to be announced).
  • PayPal USD Learning Pod: Explore the future of payments in crypto and the role of stablecoins during developer-focused sessions.
  • Interactive Breakpoint Floor: The event floor will showcase activations, events, and innovative crypto-powered solutions from Solana’s cutting-edge teams.

Stay Organized with the Official Breakpoint 2024 App

Navigating Breakpoint has never been easier. The official Breakpoint 2024 app is now your go-to guide for the event. From saving your favorite sessions to receiving reminders, exploring the event map, and getting essential details like WiFi info, the app has it all. Ticket holders will receive information about downloading the app via email in the coming days.

Ready for Breakpoint 2024?

From groundbreaking updates like Firedancer to thought-provoking debates and Solana’s evolving roadmap, Breakpoint 2024 is shaping up to be the blockchain event of the year. Whether you’re a developer looking to innovate, a culture enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of crypto, Breakpoint has something for everyone.

Stay tuned, and don’t miss this chance to be a part of Solana’s exciting next chapter!