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Tido Capital’s Token2049 Meetup Unlocked Bold New Web3 Insights

What Tido Capital Did in Dubai Honestly Surprised Me

So, I just got back from Token2049 in Dubai, and I have to talk about something: Tido Capital absolutely stole the show. I’ve been to a few of these Web3 and crypto meetups before, but this one? It felt different—more like a group of real people trying to figure out the future, not just pitch decks and jargon.

They hosted this event called “Venture Horizons: Investing in Tomorrow,” and honestly, it wasn’t just fancy lights and coffee breaks. It was packed with actual ideas—things that made me think “Wow, this could actually change how we live.”

Initverse Had Me Thinking About the Real World

There was this speaker, Anna from Initverse—she brought up something I’d never considered before. She explained how blockchain could work with real-world stuff like energy grids and delivery systems. It’s called DePIN (which I’d never heard of till now), and apparently, it's where blockchain meets stuff we actually use every day.

She also mentioned that even though it sounds amazing, it’s super early. Like, we need privacy rules, security, and actual investment before this gets anywhere. Makes sense. No one wants their data flying around without control.

DeepLink and That $15 Million Flex

Then Varun from DeepLink stepped up. The guy knows his numbers. He casually dropped that their project has already made $15 million. I was like—wait, what? He thinks DePIN and Web3 together could become a trillion-dollar thing in a few years. I’m not sure about the math, but he made a good point: crypto moves faster, feels more transparent, and rewards users in a way that traditional finance just... doesn’t.

Oh, and his quote? “Finance hasn’t changed in decades.” Fair enough. That hit home.

TG20 Made It Relatable with WeChat

Next up was Gerald from TG20. Now this part clicked for me instantly. He said WeChat was just a chat app until payments were added—and boom, now it’s everywhere in China. He believes crypto could go the same way if social apps start allowing people to send and receive crypto inside them. Think about it—no borders, no waiting, just instant transactions. That’s the dream, right?

AI Talk Got Nerdy but Cool – Thanks DeAgent

Okay, Selwyn from DeAgent was a little more technical, not gonna lie. He delved into the topic of decentralised AI computing and the fusion of blockchain and AI. I didn't understand everything, but what I did understand was really amazing: we could all contribute and create smarter tools together rather than depending on large corporations for processing power. Like, imagine training AI without needing a Google or Amazon in the middle. That’d be huge.

The Vibe? Actually Friendly, Not Just Business

After the big talks, there was this relaxed hangout part, and it didn’t feel awkward or salesy. People from Gameland, Master Protocol, Amesten Capital, and others just shared their thoughts—no pressure, just open chats about what’s coming next in Web3 and crypto. I loved that.

Final Thoughts: Tido Capital Isn’t Just Another VC

Look, I’ve seen a lot of venture capital firms talk a big game and do very little. But Tido Capital? They’re showing up, backing real ideas, and starting honest conversations. This wasn’t just about money. It was about connection. Community. The belief that tech can actually make things better—not just richer.

If they keep doing events like this, I’ll be there again. 100%.