Ripple takes center stage at Wyoming blockchain event

SALT announced on July 30 that Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse will speak at the third annual Wyoming Blockchain Symposium, scheduled for Aug. 17–20 at the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole. Summary Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse will speak at Wyoming’s invitation-only symposium from August 17 through 20. Five hundred investors, builders and policymakers are expected at the third annual Jackson Hole gathering. Ripple also sponsors the event, while organizers continue adding speakers and sessions before opening day. The official speaker announcement confirmed his addition to the lineup but did not identify a session title, speaking time or discussion partner. The invitation-only event is expected to bring together 500 investors, builders and policymakers. SALT and Kraken are hosting the gathering with support from the University of Wyoming Center for Blockchain and Digital Innovation and the Blockchain Association. Meanwhile, the symposium begins with a welcome reception on Aug. 17. Organizers have scheduled two days of content and meetings for Aug. 18 and 19, followed by optional excursions on Aug. 20. Registration requests remain subject to approval by SALT and Kraken. Th...