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In this session, Michael Hanlon explores how Web3 gaming is shifting crypto’s focus from speculation to meaningful digital experiences. From player ownership and immersive worlds to sustainable economies and community-driven design, the discussion examines how gaming is becoming one of the most compelling real-world use cases for blockchain technology.
🎥 Recorded live at AusCryptoCon 2025.
In this session, Michael Hanlon explores how Web3 gaming is shifting crypto’s focus from speculation to meaningful digital experiences. From player ownership and immersive worlds to sustainable economies and community-driven design, the discussion examines how gaming is becoming one of the most compelling real-world use cases for blockchain technology.
🎥 Recorded live at AusCryptoCon 2025.
![Tron: Powering Financial Freedom for the Next 8 Billion? Global Adoption in the Global South
Is blockchain technology the key to unlocking economic growth in emerging markets?
Sam Elfarra from Tron, discusses Trons mission to drive financial inclusion and provide accessible financial tools worldwide. In this presentation from AusCryptoCon 2024, learn how the Tron Network is being adopted across the Global South (Africa, Latin America, Southeast Asia) to combat financial exclusion, reduce remittance costs, and empower individuals.
Discover the scale of Trons impact with billions of transactions, leadership in stablecoin circulation, and real-world use cases driving adoption in underserved economies.
Timestamped Chapters:
[0:00] Introduction to Sam Elfarra & Tron DAO at AusCryptoCon - Introduction of Sam Elfarra, community spokesperson for Tron DAO, at the Australian Crypto Convention.
[0:58] Global Challenges: Lack of Financial Infrastructure & Financial Inclusion - Sam outlines global challenges of lacking financial infrastructure in the Global South leading to financial exclusion.
[2:25] The High Cost of Traditional Finance in Africa: 11.5% Fees on Intra-Africa Trade - Highlights the significant fees (11.5%) hindering intra-African trade, emphasizing the need for alternatives.
[3:51] Tron Network Overview & Key Statistics: Transactions, TVL & Revenue Growth - Overview of the Tron Network, highlighting statistics: 270M accounts, $18B TVL, 9B+ transactions, and Q3 revenue.
[5:10] Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS) Consensus Mechanism on Tron Network Explained - Explanation of Trons Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS) consensus mechanism and its validator structure.
[5:45] Trons Market Presence in the Global South: Africa, Latin America & Southeast Asia - Focus shifts to Trons strong market presence and adoption in the Global South, driven by lack of financial infrastructure.
[6:50] El Dorado & Tron Energy Campaign: Gas Subsidy Program for Latin American DApp - Case study of El Dorado DApp in Latin America and a successful energy campaign reducing gas fees and boosting user volume.
[7:59] Correlation Between On-Chain Fees & Usage: Lower Fees Drive Higher Adoption - Emphasizes the direct correlation between lower on-chain fees (via Trons resource model) and increased user adoption and volume.
[8:38] UID E-commerce Platform in the Philippines: Utility for Digital Assets on Tron Network - Partnership with UID e-commerce in the Philippines enabling payments of Social Security using Tron-based digital assets.
**[9:25] Stablecoin Dominance on Tron:
60B+) and dominance in the market.
[10:45] Strategic Positioning in the Global South: Addressing Real-World Use Cases - Highlights Trons strategic focus on the Global South to address real-world use cases and drive economic empowerment.
[11:44] Use Cases of Stablecoins on Tron: Financial Transparency, Low Fees & Reliability - Use cases for stablecoins on Tron: financial transparency, low fees, reliability, and instant transfers.
[12:47] Get Orbital & Tron: API Integration for Crypto Payments in the Global South - Mention of Get Orbital platform highlighting Trons adoption for crypto payments in the Global South.
[13:07] Remittances & Everyday Transactions: Real-World Utility in Emerging Economies - Emphasis on remittances and everyday transactions as key real-world utility for Tron in emerging economies.
[13:37] Global Adoption of Digital Currencies: Driving Economic Growth & User Experience - Discussion on global adoption of digital currencies as a driving force for economic growth and the importance of user experience.
[14:54] Tron DAO Mission & Vision: Financial Freedom for the Next 8 Billion People - Outlines the Tron DAOs mission: advancing technology, providing financial tools, and enabling financial freedom for billions worldwide.
[16:23] Call to Action: Follow Tron DAO & Explore Opportunities for Developers & Partners - Call to action to follow Tron DAO on social media and explore opportunities for developers, researchers, and partners.
[17:20] Q&A Session Start - Audience Questions for Sam Elfarra - Start of the Q&A session with audience questions for Sam Elfarra.
[17:51] Q&A 1: Applications & Wallets on Tron Network - Audience Question 1: Question about applications and wallet options available on the Tron Network.
[18:26] Q&A 2: Adoption in the Global South - Specific Countries & Use Cases - Audience Question 2: Inquiry for more insights on Global South adoption, specific countries, and use cases.
[20:27] Q&A 3: Tron vs. Ethereum & Solana - Comparison & Differentiation - Audience Question 3: Question comparing Tron to Ethereum and Solana, focusing on differences and advantages.
[22:17] Q&A 4: ISO 20022 Compliance - Inquiry about Financial Transaction Compliance - Audience Question 4: Question regarding ISO 20022 compliance for international financial transactions. Tron: Powering Financial Freedom for the Next 8 Billion? Global Adoption in the Global South](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/F1plJwqM6s0/mqdefault.jpg)









