With a territorial welcoming by Manuel Axel Strain, a 2-Spirit Artist from the lands and waters of the xʷməθkʷəyəm (Musqueam), Simpcw and Syilx peoples, we’ll explore the projects and people that make this region of the world vital for the reimagining of data ownership, access, and community participation in the digital realm.
Featured Demonstrations
Experience working prototypes from teams in the FAIR Data Ecosystem:
- ClioX – Privacy-preserving AI infrastructure for archives through their distant reading methods, enabling AI model training without exposing sensitive personal information
- Pentagon Group – PENXR 360° Digital Experiences for the Decentralized Web
- Reppo Labs – A decentralized model context protocol (MCP) network connecting AI agents to data providers
- PERMA by Future Primitive – A social camera that forms friendships by capturing and exchanging moments that matter.
- FAIR Data Web3 Accelerator – Hear from Brinc about the accelerator’s vision, goals, and call future call for applications for emerging Web3 teams focused on trustless, equitable infrastructure.
Panel Discussion: FAIR Data, Social Networks, Creators and IP
Moderator: Jesse McKee, 221A Head of Digital Strategy
Panelists:
- Jayden Windle, CTO, Future Primitive
- Emma Johnson, Ecosystem Marketing Lead, PIP Labs / Story
- Vivek Singh, Co-Director, Kernel
Industry leaders will explore the emerging relationship between protocols, communities, and networks – discussing how creators can maintain sovereignty over their work while participating in collaborative ecosystems, and what infrastructure is needed to scale the FAIR Data movement.
Performance & Social
The afternoon concludes with a music performance by Forrest Mortifee, demonstrating the themes of the event in his music practice, followed by a casual happy hour for networking and connection.
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