David Kim
David Kim is the PoW Ecosystem Manager at BITMAIN and a contributor to the ETC Grants DAO. Prior to joining BITMAIN, he worked extensively in the DeFi space, specializing in quantitative and algorithmic trading. He holds an undergraduate degree in mathematics and economics, as well as a graduate degree in finance and financial engineering.
Sessions
As the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector rapidly expands, Ethereum Classic (ETC) is emerging as a key player within the proof-of-work (PoW) blockchain ecosystem. This speech will explore the unique strengths and opportunities that ETC brings to the DeFi space, emphasizing the robustness, security, and decentralization advantages inherent in its PoW consensus mechanism. We will examine how ETC's compatibility with Ethereum-based decentralized applications (dApps) and adherence to a more decentralized vision positions it as an ideal foundation for DeFi innovation. Additionally, the speech will address the growing interest in building on ETC’s platform and how its immutable ledger and sound monetary policy contribute to a trustless, transparent, and secure environment for financial applications. The discussion will highlight real-world use cases, current projects, and the future roadmap for ETC’s DeFi ecosystem, offering insights into how ETC can drive the next wave of decentralized financial infrastructure.