KU Blockchain Institute

Block Chalk, Jayhawk!

We are a student-led interdisciplinary organization promoting blockchain education and adoption at The University of Kansas.

[KU Blockchain Institute @kublockchain]

In March, we hosted our first #blockchain and #web3 hackathon, recognizing talent across the Midwest! We partnered with companies like @pinatacloud, @AutonomysNet, @ethereum, @MLHacks, @SonicLabs, and @Ripple.

Check out all our hacker's projects here: https://t.co/TMAmdu4kdi

[Autonomys | AI3.0 @AutonomysNet]

🤝 Autonomys is teaming up with @kublockchain (KUBI) to onboard the next generation of AI3.0 developers.

👾 Midwest Block-a-Thon: We’re sponsoring the first blockchain hackathon at KU—bringing 200+ builders together to innovate with AI x web3. Our challenge: create unstoppable data experiences using Autonomys' DSN.

🧠 Fostering Innovation: KUBI’s interdisciplinary approach strengthens our mission—nurturing the next generation of AI3.0 builders and fueling the future of decentralized tech.

🌱 AI3.0 Onboarding: Students will get hands-on with the Auto SDK, Auto Agents Framework, Space Acres and Astral—no expensive gear needed.

[KU Blockchain Institute @kublockchain]

KUBI has entered the arena. May our smart contracts be immutable and our gas fees be low. 🔥🔥

[BuildOnEigen @buildoneigen]

Announcing our 17th University Tributes:

@NischayRaw75335 and @micahborghese from @kublockchain have entered the Eigen Games arena…

[KU Blockchain Institute @kublockchain]

Blockchain technology is reshaping industries beyond just #crypto and #NFTs. From securing data to driving innovation, it's revolutionizing the future. 🚀🚀

Learn about why you should explore #blockchain and #web3 tech!

[KU Blockchain Institute @kublockchain]

💻Dear community:

Mark your calendars for March 29-30, as we bring the future of blockchain to the heart of the Midwest with a 20-hour blockchain hackathon hosted at KU!

🌟Expect hands-on web3 dev experience and a chance to win BIG prizes

👉Learn more: https://t.co/PHasRMLkoA

[KU Blockchain Institute @kublockchain]

Let’s make it happen!

[Rachel Wolfson @Rachelwolf00]

I suddenly have this urge to spread my knowledge on #blockchain and start lecturing at universities on the topic! How cool would that be 🤩

[BTBC at KU @BTBC_KU]

With student-run organizations like @kublockchain, it is easy to see why so many BTBC tenants benefit from our connection to KU. Is your organization surrounded by resources for success? https://t.co/cz30MaVWyx

[KU Blockchain Institute @kublockchain]

We are looking for leaders! Read about our story and opportunities ahead https://t.co/dwEuXmOklJ

[KU Engineering Career Center @KUEngrCareers]

Ripple, a company that enables banks, payment providers, digital asset exchanges and corporates to send money globally using advanced blockchain technology, will be on campus for an information session Wednesday, February 12. Stop by LEEP2 G415 between 12:30-1:30!

[jack @jack]

Finally, new technologies have emerged to make a decentralized approach more viable. Blockchain points to a series of decentralized solutions for open and durable hosting, governance, and even monetization. Much work to be done, but the fundamentals are there.

[Craig DeWitt @CryptoCwby]

Great speaking at @UnivOfKansas today. One of the smartest blockchain clubs in the USA

Guess who showed up...

@rpatrickthelen & @bgarlinghouse both #Ripple KU alum!

[𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸XRP @BankXRP]

Ripple(Net) vs SWIFT - Which One Is The Future? @Ripple @bgarlinghouse
https://t.co/KbsX6B4Fv2

[KU Blockchain Institute @kublockchain]

#SpeakerHighlight Ethan Puchaty is the Chief Cyber Architect for the Military Space Line of Business within Lockheed Martin Space, leading cybersecurity efforts across some of the nation’s most critical Space and Ground platforms @LockheedMartin

[KU Blockchain Institute @kublockchain]

#SpeakerHighlight Dale Chrystie is a business fellow and blockchain strategist for FedEx. He
also serves as chairman of the Blockchain in Transport Alliance (BiTA) Standards Council.
@FedEx

[KU Blockchain Institute @kublockchain]

#SpeakerHighlight Praveen Rao is an IBM exec for Global Digital Supply Chain. He joins us as the keynote speaker to talk cybersecurity, AI, IoT and Blockchain. @ibm @ibmblockchain @prao1

[KU Blockchain Institute @kublockchain]

@UArkansas #SpeakerHighlight #CyberSecurity

[KU Blockchain Institute @kublockchain]

Dan Conway is Professor and Associate Director of the Blockchain Center of Excellence at the University of Arkansas. Dr. Conway’s professional interests include Digital Transformation, Data Science, & Blockchain/IoT. He was also among the first 25 bitcoin miners @UArkansas

[KU Blockchain Institute @kublockchain]

#SpeakerHighlight Craig DeWitt is the Director of Product at Ripple. Craig leads the strategic direction and development of Ripple’s blockchain network, RippleNet. Also a great twitter follow. Excited to have him in Lawrence. @CryptoCwby @Ripple

[Craig DeWitt @CryptoCwby]

Personal project update:

1) working on beta: 1 song from the community that can be purchased for #XRP direct to artist’s address

Looking for beta testers willing to try out the purchase flow and give feedback.

2) thinking about calling this xsongs

Probably a week away