Get ready for an exciting journey into the gaming world with aelf at the Game Developer Conference (GDC) 2024, happening in San Francisco from March 18-22. GDC stands as the epicenter for game development, attracting creatives, developers, and visionaries eager to explore and expand the boundaries of gaming. As the proud Bronze sponsor at the Next Gen Tech Forum, aelf is thrilled to unveil two enlightening keynotes that delve into the integration of Web3, blockchain, and AI into gaming. The adventure doesn't end in San Francisco; we're also making stops in Boston for PAX East 2024 and New York for NFT.NYC 2024. If you're passionate about gaming innovation and eager to see what the future holds, join us on this journey!

Venturing into the Future of GameFi at GDC 2024

GDC is the game industry's premier professional event, championing game developers and the advancement of their craft. GDC is one of the leading events for game developers, offering a rich tapestry of education, inspiration, and networking opportunities designed to push the boundaries of game development. We're excited to announce its participation as a Bronze sponsor at the Next Gen Tech Forum and will have 2 Keynote sessions:

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Keynote 1: Gaming Reimagined: Shaping the Future of Play with Web3 and AI

On the second day, Hazel Zhang, Head of Investments will have a keynote titled "Gaming Reimagined: Shaping the Future of Play with Web3 and AI" on March 19th. This keynote will bring the attendees on a journey through the transformative landscape of gaming and its evolution over the past few decades, tracing the trajectory of game technology and player experiences. She will share about gaming's transition from Web2 to Web3, exploring the latest gaming innovations of the past five years, which were driven by the accelerated adoption of blockchain and AI technologies.

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Keynote 2: Optimising Web3 Fundraising to Fuel Innovation and Success

Mackenzie Chng, Investment & Financing Manager, will also be representing aelf Ventures at the Main Stage on March 19th with a keynote titled "Optimising Web3 Fundraising to Fuel Innovation and Success". His keynote will delve into the dynamic world of Web3 investment and its pivotal role in driving growth for the wider industry. Discover more about why strategic investments are vital for driving innovation and expansion in the industry, especially within the realm of Web3 gaming and how aelf Ventures goes about doing it.

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Exclusive Opportunity: Claim Your POA NFT and Exclusive Swag at aelf's Booth

The Game Developer Conference 2024 will also see the return of aelf's newly-launched POA NFT series, with a special edition available exclusively at the event. Visitors to our booth located at STT04, will have the unique opportunity to claim this event-specific POA NFT, which grants you access to exclusive aelf swag. Furthermore, you'll be invited to participate in ELF raffle draws, conducted periodically at our booth, where you'll get the chance to win from a prize pool of 840 ELF!

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Embark on a GameFi Journey with Us Across the US

Dive deep into the world of GameFi innovation by joining us at GDC 2024, where you'll discover the leading edge of gaming evolution and aelf's pivotal role in shaping it. But our adventure doesn't stop there — we're also setting our sights on Boston for PAX East 2024 and New York for NFT.NYC 2024. We warmly invite you to engage with our team, share insights, and explore the boundless opportunities that NFTs and GameFi present. With aelf at the helm, witness firsthand how we're driving forward as a cornerstone in this dynamic industry.

We're excited to meet you across the US!

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*Disclaimer: The information provided on this blog does not constitute investment advice, financial advice, trading advice, or any other form of professional advice. Aelf makes no guarantees or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information on this blog. You should not make any investment decisions based solely on the information provided on this blog. You should always consult with a qualified financial or legal advisor before making any investment decisions.

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About aelf

aelf, the pioneer Layer 1 blockchain, features modular systems, parallel processing, cloud-native architecture, and multi-sidechain technology for unlimited scalability. Founded in 2017 with its global hub based in Singapore, aelf is the first in the industry to lead Asia in evolving blockchain with state-of-the-art AI integration, transforming blockchain into a smarter and self-evolving ecosystem.

aelf facilitates the building, integrating, and deploying of smart contracts and decentralised apps (dApps) on its Layer 1 blockchain with its native C# software development kit (SDK) and SDKs in other languages, including Java, JS, Python, and Go. aelf’s ecosystem also houses a range of dApps to support a flourishing blockchain network. aelf is committed to fostering innovation within its ecosystem and remains dedicated to driving the development of Web3, blockchain and the adoption of AI technology.

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Tool/Platform	What's it about
ChainGPT	An AI-powered assistant for the blockchain and crypto industry, specializing in content creation, language translation, smart contract coding, and more.
aelf	A high-performance, customisable multi-chain blockchain framework with AI-powered smart contracts and a developer-friendly environment.
Quick Intel	An AI-powered crypto security platform that helps investors avoid scams, rug pulls, and honeypots by analysing smart contracts, social sentiment, and on-chain data.
Cogwise AI News Aggregator	An AI-powered news aggregator that analyses real-time news and global trends to predict market movements in the crypto market.
OpenAI Codex	An AI system that transforms natural language into code, automating code creation for smart contracts, blockchain applications, and other development tasks.
QnA3	An AI-powered Web3 knowledge hub that provides real-time information and insights on cryptocurrencies, blockchain projects, and the broader Web3 ecosystem, with unique Solana Actions integrations.
Fetch.ai	A platform that combines AI and blockchain to create autonomous economic agents (AEAs) for various applications, including supply chain optimisation and smart city management.
Octavia	A decentralised digital identity (DID) platform for creating and managing self-sovereign digital identities, empowering users to control their data and online presence.
TensorFlow	A versatile open-source machine learning framework used for building AI models that can analyse blockchain data, enhance security, and predict market trends.
Alethea	A platform that creates 'Intelligent NFTs' (iNFTs) with unique personalities and the ability to engage in conversations, powered by AI and blockchain technology.

Chain	URL	Explorer
AELF	https://aelf-test-node.aelf.io/	https://explorer-test.aelf.io/
tDVW	https://tdvw-test-node.aelf.io/	https://explorer-test-side02.aelf.io/

Feature	Description
Inheritance	ERC-404 inherits from the interfaces IERC-404, IERC721 Receiver, and IERC165, implementing functions specified in these interfaces, behaving as both ERC20 and ERC721.
Data Structures	Mappings track balances, allowances, approvals, and ownership of tokens. Double-ended queue stores ERC721 token IDs. Data for managing ownership and indices of ERC721 tokens.
Constructor	Initialises token name, symbol, decimals, and other necessary variables for ERC20 and ERC721 tokens.
Token Minting and Burning	_mintERC20 function for minting ERC20 tokens. _retrieveOrMintERC721 function for minting ERC721 tokens and retrieving from a bank. _withdrawAndStoreERC721 function for depositing ERC721 tokens into the bank.
Transfers	Functions for transferring ERC20 and ERC271 tokens between addresses. Distinguishes between token types based on ID. _transferERC20WithERC721 function handles transfers involving both types.
ERC20 and ERC721 Interactions	Approve function handles approvals for both token types. Functions like transferFrom, safeTransferFrom, and permit handle transfers and approvals.
EIP-2612 Support	Supports EIP-2612 permit functionality for ERC20 tokens.
Interface Compatibility	Implements necessary functions for ERC-404 and ERC165 interfaces, indicating compatibility with ERC20 and ERC721 standards.

Role	Max Number
BP	2N+1, N starts from 8 in 2022
Candidate node	5*(2N+1)
Voter	No limit

Benefits	Description
Makes smart contracts 'smarter'	AI-driven smart contracts can autonomously modify terms based on predefined conditions and real-time data input, ensuring that the contracts are not just automated but also intelligent and self-improving over time.
Levelled up data analysis	Data is the new oil, and AI is the machinery that refines it. It is possible for AI to reduce large-volume blockchain data analysis time by up to 90%.
Boosts security	Through machine learning models, AI can prevent frauds and detect security threats in real time. It can identify potential breaches, predict future threats, and adapt to evolving security measures.
Lowers carbon footprint	AI algorithms help optimise energy consumption in blockchain operations, given the flak drawn by activities like Bitcoin mining.

Exploring The Future of GameFi: Join the aelf Team in the US this March