The FinTech Center

The Convergence of Blockchain and AI: A New Era for Entertainment and Digital Ownership
2025-04-30 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Blockchain and AI are reshaping the entertainment industry by transforming how digital content is created, owned, and monetized. This webinar explores the powerful synergy between these two technologies and how they drive innovation in digital rights, fan engagement, and content distribution. Learn how creators, platforms, and consumers are entering a new era of transparency, personalization, and decentralized control.
Presenter: Koushik Gavini with Gala Games
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
12:00–1:00 PM EST / (9:00–10:00 AM PST)
Zoom Meeting Link
Registration is required, BUT attendance is FREE.

This workshop will cover the topics below and give everyone a better glimpse into the new era.

What Blockchain Brings
What AI Adds to the Mix
The Synergy
Real-World Examples
What It Means for Creators and Consumers

Faculty, students, administrators, and staff interested in FinTech, cryptocurrencies, and economic innovation are encouraged to attend. The workshop will also provide valuable insights for those guiding students in these emerging fields.

The 6th ANNUAL NATIONAL HBCU BLOCKCHAIN, FINTECH, AND AI CONFERENCE
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-20
The National Center for the Study of Blockchain and FinTech at The Graves Business School is pleased to announce

Submission Guidelines

The 6th ANNUAL
NATIONAL HBCU BLOCKCHAIN, FINTECH, AND AI CONFERENCE

6th Annual National HBCU Blockchain, FinTech, and AI Conference Hosted by the Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics, North Carolina A&T State University

We invite scholars, researchers, practitioners, and graduate students to submit original
work for presentation at the 6th Annual National HBCU Blockchain, FinTech, and AI
Conference. This peer-reviewed conference brings together thought leaders exploring the
transformative impact of blockchain, financial technology, artificial intelligence, and their
convergence with education, policy, and innovation.
Conference Details
• Conference Dates: September 19–20, 2025
• Location: North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC

• Submission Deadline: Friday, July 1, 2025, by 11:59 PM EST
• Notification of Acceptance: By July 15, 2025

1. Types of Submissions
We welcome the following submission types:
A. Full Papers

Purpose: Empirical or conceptual research with complete findings
Length: 15–30 pages (including all references, tables, and figures)
Required Sections:

Title Page (title, author(s), affiliations, contact information)
Abstract (150–250 words)
Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Results / Findings
Discussion
Conclusion
References (APA 7 format)
Appendices (if applicable)
Tables and Figures (labeled and referenced)

B. Extended Abstracts

Purpose: Research-in-progress or early-stage studies
Length: 1,500-2000 words (about 3-4 pages, excluding references)
Required Elements:
o Title
o Author(s) and Affiliation(s)
o Research Objective or Question
o Brief Theoretical Framework
o Methodological Approach
o Preliminary or Anticipated Findings
o Relevance and Contribution
o References (APA format, minimum of 3)

C. Workshop Proposals

Purpose: Conceptual, pedagogical, or industry-based sessions aligned with the conference theme
Length: 800-1000 words (about 2 pages, 1.5 spaced)
Required Elements:

o Proposal Title
o Author(s) and Affiliation(s)
o Problem Statement or Topic Focus
o Proposed Session Structure or Concept
o Intended Contribution
o Relevance to Blockchain, FinTech, AI, or Interdisciplinary Innovation
2. Formatting Requirements

Accepted File Types: Microsoft Word (.docx) or PDF (.pdf)
Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
Spacing: 1.5 spaced
Margins: 1 inch on all sides
Style Guide: APA 7th Edition

3. File Naming Convention
Use the following naming format:
Name your file using the following format:
LastName_FirstName_HBCU2025Submission.pdf
Example: Taylor_Alex_HBCU2025Submission.docx
4. Submission Portal
All submissions must be uploaded through the official Google Form submission portal:
https://forms.gle/Z7R5M9HEZvyHcELH9
(If needed, contact Dr. Okafor for assistance)
5. Review Process
 All submissions will be peer-reviewed by a multidisciplinary review committee.
 Notifications of acceptance will be sent by July 15, 2025.
 Accepted authors must register for the conference and present their work in person.
6. Conference Tracks
Align your submission with one of the following thematic tracks:
1. Finance, Markets, and Business Applications
2. Technology, Infrastructure, and Security
3. Computational Systems, Modeling, and Engineering Innovation
4. Sustainability, Ethics, and Regulation
5. Education and Pedagogy
6. Creativity, Culture, and Interdisciplinary Innovation
7. Questions or Support?
Please contact the Conference Planning Committee:
Conference Co-Chair:
Dr. Collins E. Okafor, Ph.D.
Email: ceokafor@ncat.edu
Conference Chair:
Dr. Ali Emdad, Ph.D.
Email: Ali.Emdad@morgan.edu

Cryptocurrency Policy Webinar with Coinbase
2026-04-29 12:00 - 13:00
Join Coinbase experts for a discussion on the evolving policy and regulatory landscape of cryptocurrency and digital assets. This panel will explore how blockchain technology is shaping the future of finance, current regulatory challenges, and what these developments mean for innovation, investors, and the broader financial system.

The Transformative Impact of Agentic AI Webinar
2026-06-24 12:00 - 13:00
Join the National FinTech Center at Morgan State University and Edgar Perez, author, dynamic global thought leader, and visionary, for a Webinar on the transformative impact of Agentic AI, adaptability, and the future of financial services in an increasingly intelligent economy.

The 7th ANNUAL NATIONAL HBCU BLOCKCHAIN, FINTECH, AND AI CONFERENCE
2026-11-08 08:00 - 2026-11-10 17:00 | Margaritaville Hotel Nashville, 425 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN, 37203, United States
2026 CONFERENCE THEME: Engineering Trust: Scalable, Intelligent, and Secure Financial Systems with Blockchain and AI
The National FinTech Center launched its inaugural summit in Baltimore, bringing together representatives from 34 HBCUs for a landmark convening. With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Center transitioned to virtual platforms in 2020 and 2021, engaging faculty delegates and student ambassadors from 65 HBCUs nationwide. From 2022 through 2025, the Center resumed in-person conferences, hosting them in Orlando, Baltimore, Atlanta, and Greensboro, further expanding its national reach and impact.
Now in its 7th year, the National HBCU Blockchain, FinTech, and AI Conference has evolved into one of the premier forums for research at the intersection of financial technology, blockchain, digital assets, and artificial intelligence. The conference brings together scholars, engineers,
economists, and policymakers to advance rigorous, real-world solutions for next-generation financial ecosystems, with a distinctive commitment to HBCU communities, equitable innovation, and workforce development.
