The blockchain community in the Philippines saw a significant gathering on June 29, 2024, as Iloilo City hosted a well-attended Shardeum Community Meet-Up. The event, which took place at the Goldberry Lite Hotel, drew an impressive 26 attendees from 30 registrations, highlighting the growing interest in Web3 and decentralized technologies in the region.

Organized by Web3 Iloilo, the meet-up benefited from the support of several community partners, including Layer Zero Cooperative, Web3 Bulacan, The Round Table, Nomadfury, and Misstech Trader. This collaborative effort underscored the event's commitment to fostering a robust Web3 community across the Philippines.

Web3 101: A Beginner's Guide to the Decentralized Future

Ryan Chris Ariego served as the host for the evening, guiding attendees through an informative program centered around Shardeum and the basics of Web3. The highlight of the event was a presentation by speaker Jeff Caceres, who delved into two critical topics: "Understanding Shardeum - Decentralization for Everyone" and "Web3 Simplified (A Basic Guide for Beginners)."

Caceres' talks provided invaluable insights into Shardeum's mission to make decentralization accessible to all, explaining how the platform aims to overcome current blockchain limitations. His beginner's guide to Web3 offered attendees a clear pathway into the often complex world of decentralized technologies, demystifying key concepts and highlighting potential applications.

Following the presentations, a panel Q&A session featuring Jeff Caceres and Misstech Trader allowed attendees to engage directly with experts in the field. This interactive segment addressed a range of questions, from technical queries about Shardeum's architecture to broader inquiries about the future of Web3 in the Philippines and beyond.

As Shardeum continues its mission of making decentralization accessible to everyone, community meet-ups like this one in Iloilo will undoubtedly play a crucial role in realizing that vision. The success of this meet-up in Iloilo, a city outside the main metropolitan areas, signals a growing decentralization of interest in blockchain technologies across the country. It demonstrates that the appeal of Web3 is expanding beyond traditional tech hubs, potentially paving the way for more inclusive development and adoption of these innovative technologies.