The Blockchain Committee within the Australian Computer Society (ACS) stands as a pioneering force in exploring the transformative potential of blockchain technology across various sectors. Comprised of distinguished experts, researchers, and industry leaders, this committee is dedicated to advancing the understanding, adoption, and responsible application of blockchain within the Australian ecosystem.
Blockchain, originally popularized as the underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies, has evolved into a versatile platform with far-reaching implications. Its decentralized and immutable nature offers unprecedented opportunities for innovation in areas such as finance, supply chain management, healthcare, and beyond.
MACS
Chair – Blockchain Committee
Karen Cohen aka “blockmum” is the Founder and Director of Emerging Tech HUB, a company that helps humans connect to Emerging Technology. She is the Founder of Women in Emerging Tech and Previous Deputy Chair for Blockchain Australia.
MACS - CP
Vice Chair – Blockchain Committee
Stefano Tempesta is a technologist working at the crossroad of Web2 and Web3, to make the Internet a more accessible, meaningful, and inclusive space. Stefano is an ambassador of the use of AI and blockchain technology for good purposes.
AACS
Member
Dr. Andrzej Gwizdalski is a pioneering academic and leading expert in the integration of blockchain technologies within the Web 3.0 economy, specialising in open public blockchain applications for business, including DeFi, DAOs, NFTs, the Metaverse, and cryptocurrency.
AACS
Member
Christy is the founding director of Data Visualisation lab and executive committee member of Visualisation Institute at University of Technology Sydney. She was a recipient of UTS University Medal with First Class Honours, Capital Markets CRC scholarship and Australian Postgraduate Awards.
