You’re Invited: USC VanEck Southern California Blockchain Conference | April 22–23, 2026

Registration and agenda details here: https://uscblockchainconf.com/

You’re invited to this year’s annual VanEck Southern California Blockchain Conference, presented by the USC Marshall School of Business—our flagship two-day event bringing together the brightest students, faculty, and industry leaders to explore and shape the future of digital assets and blockchain technology. Join us for a marquee experience filled with high-impact conversations, visionary keynotes, and breakthrough ideas, where you’ll uncover emerging trends, engage with cutting-edge research, and connect with the builders, innovators, and decision-makers driving the next era of finance and technology.

Registration and agenda details here: https://uscblockchainconf.com/

VanEck Southern California Blockchain Conference will be held April 22-23 across 2 days at Gingsburg Hall (Day 1) and USC Caruso Catholic Center (Day 2), both at USC Campus. Co-hosted by USC Marshall VanEck Digital Assets Initiative and BlockchainSC, the event is 100% free for everyone to attend. Open to academics, researchers, enthusiasts, and builders - the only requirement is a curiosity for crypto, digital assets, and blockchain technology.

Agenda Preview:

Day 1 – Conference

• VIP headline keynotes including Clare Hove (Figure), Arjun Sethi (Kraken), and Jan VanEck (VanEck)
• Exciting announcement of USC Builders Grant for students
• Deep-dive panels on what’s working in crypto today, where innovation is heading next, and the growing role of AI in blockchain
• Reception and networking opportunities connecting attendees with top crypto firms and career pathways

Day 2 – Hackathon

• $25,000+ Hackathon Prize Pool: Watch (or join!) top students as they build and showcase the next big wave of innovation.
• Connect with Crypto Leaders: Walk our interactive expo to meet, network, and explore opportunities with top crypto companies.

• Exclusive Workshops & Side Events: Upgrade your toolkit with expert-led sessions, featuring an OpenClaw setup workshop.