The Black Blockchain Summit panel, moderated by Dedra McIntyre, featured Marissa Curry, a computer science senior and Web 3 intern, and Oleno Deneran, founder of the Black Women Blockchain Council. They discussed Web 3 as blockchain technology emphasizing ownership and control of data. They highlighted practical applications like crypto donations for nonprofits, patient data management, and NFTs for creators and athletes. Both stressed the importance of education, realistic expectations, and curiosity. They encouraged newcomers to engage actively, noting Web 3’s global and evolving potential despite regulatory uncertainties.
