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NFTs – The Tokenized Future of Assets
“Blockchain901 is a technology nonprofit that promotes the adoption of blockchain and emerging technologies through education, collaboration, and networking opportunities.” Justin has over 30 years of experience as an IT Solution Developer/Integrator. He is a Certified Blockchain Solution Architect as well as a Certified Blockchain Consultant and is the founder of Omnionix, Inc, a blockchain solution consultancy and development company. Justin is also the Memphis Chapter Chair of BUiLT, International Inc. (Blacks United in Leading Technology). Justin has been involved in Blockchain & Crypto since 2014. Register in Advance
National HBCU Blockchain and FinTech Conference 2021
The Annual National HBCU Blockchain Research and Innovation Conference is the FinTech Center’s premier event for connecting with university leaders, faculty and students discussing today's challenges and opportunities, and shaping the future of FinTech education and research. The Annual National HBCU Blockchain Research and Innovation Conference, November 12-13, 2021 will provide a forum for the faculty, students, and administrators in the FinTech Center’s HBCU Consortium to hear and discuss the findings of sponsored research and outcomes of sponsored innovative blockchain projects at various HBCUs. Registration is closed.
Careers in Crypto
Meet the Panelists: Camron Knight (He/Him/His) Associate Technology Developer, AI PwC Hampton University Camron is an Associate Technology Developer within the Artificial Intelligence Lab at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Camron has a proven track record as an energetic self-starter whose leadership acumen enables the timely delivery of value to clients and project stakeholders. During his undergraduate studies, Camron actively pursued participation in the FinTech Center’s crypto-literacy programming and compelling digital upskilling opportunities. Camron is an HBCU alum, having earned his B.S. in Business Administration from the Hampton University School of Business. Darin Carter (He/Him/His) Coinbase Giving, Program Manager Coinbase Pennsylvania State University Darin Carter [...]
Demystifying Data Analytics
Graves School of Business, Morgan State University 4100 Hillen Road, Baltimore, MD, United StatesThe National FinTech Center is seeking highly motivated students to become certified in Data Analytics, a rapidly growing field, and an increasingly in-demand skill. Students must register in advance and attend all three workshops to receive the certification. Don’t delay, seats are filling quickly! -- Part One: Friday, February 11, 2022 10:30 - 2:00 pm 3 ½ hours* Introduction to Data Analytics: Use Cases, Tools, and Techniques An Understanding of Descriptive Analytics --Part Two: Friday, February 18, 2022, 10:30 - 11:30 am 1 hour* Hands-on visualization for music using Tableau --Part Three: Friday, March 4, 2022, 10:30 - 2:30 pm 4 [...]
Money Talk$!
The National FinTech Center at Morgan State University is pleased to welcome Morgan Alumna Sherifah Munis, Founder and Executive Director of the New Wave Foundation for this exciting event. Newwave Foundation & Skysthelimit presents the second in our Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurial series, Money Talk$! Register in Advance! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/money-talks-financial-entrepreneurship-empowerment-webinar-tickets-260312841717?aff=NWFEmail About this event NWF & Skysthelimit is thrilled to bring you another power-packed virtual event that will empower and uplift attendees through a series of interactive conversations focused on Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship. In honor of Black History Month, we hope to educate and equip our audience through storytelling, strategic advice, and [...]
The Kevin Hawkins Endowed Lectureship
Join Morgan State University and Marc Morial, the President and CEO of the National Urban League on March 29, 2022 at 11:15 am. Topic: Entrepreneurship in the Black Community in the Age of George Floyd and COVID: Prospects for the Future. Join via Zoom- https://bit.ly/3K9lluF
Build Your Own NFT with Hyperledger Fabric
Build Your Own NFT with Hyperledger Fabric Time: Thursday, March 24 from 11 AM to 1 PM Eastern https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyEegXLrNr4 Thursday, March 31 from 11 AM to 2 PM Eastern https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGXOM3KxDyw For more information...
Careers in DeFi
Panel Recording Meet the Panel: Moderator - Nate Rose Nathaniel Rose is Senior Software Engineer at Ripple on the Data Platform Team, and co-lead of the Black at Ripple Employee Resource Group community. He is a former ex-Microsoft engineer and Neurotechnology Researcher who focused on gaze selection and brain-machine interfaces. Nathaniel advocates for education equity - having directed a National Society of Black Engineers Chapter for over 5 years and Co-Founding the Bay Area Chapter to aid students with STEM skills giving them the edge to pursue future life endeavors. Panel: Arielle Williams: Arielle Williams is a University Recruiter, based [...]
The Path to the Metaverse
The Path to the Metaverse (Visions, History, Orientation & Components) Register In Advance
Metaverse Community and Social
The National FinTech Center at Morgan State University and The Hyperledger Foundation want to personally invite you, your faculty, students, and alumni to attend a three-part webinar series this Summer and Fall. The final webinar titled Metaverse Community and Social (Education, Games, Commerce, Legal, Simulation, Social Media) will be a virtual panel discussion on Thursday, October 27, 2022, from 1:00-2:00 pm ET. The panel will feature members of The Hyperledger Foundation Community. You don't want to miss this panel discussion and interactive Q&A session following the panel. ENTER THE METAVERSE! You will receive a unique link to join the event. There is no charge, but advance registration is required. REGISTER IN ADVANCE