ETHTaipei 2025 Event Kicks Off in Grand Style
The “ETHTaipei 2025,” a yearly Ethereum gala, grandly kicked off today (1st). This year marks the first collaboration with the internationally renowned hackathon organizer “ETHGlobal,” making the scale unprecedented. Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, also made a rare appearance for two consecutive days, engaging in deeper exchanges with Taiwanese developers.
Before the official inauguration of the “ETHTaipei 2025” event, Martinet, the Developer Relations Director of Quantstamp and one of the key preparers for this event, took the stage first to introduce the event to the audience.
Continuing the enthusiastic response generated by last year’s “temple fair” theme, Martinet cleverly introduced the unique “divination culture” of Taiwan at the opening.
Martinet explained that divination in Taiwan’s traditional culture is a ritual for inquiring of the deities, using two half-moon shaped divination blocks to interpret the deity’s will based on their combinations of sides. He then pulled out a specially designed pair of divination blocks from his pocket, which were not made of traditional wood or bamboo but rather crafted from unique symbols representing Ethereum. He invited the audience to pose a wish regarding the development or technical issues of the Ethereum ecosystem.
Immediately, an audience member shouted, “The price of Ethereum!”
The performance of Ethereum’s price has always been a focal point for cryptocurrency investors. This is because many investors originally expected Ethereum to demonstrate strong growth momentum in this bull market; however, actual market data has shown that Ethereum’s price fluctuations are relatively mild compared to other cryptocurrencies. This steady price trend has left some market participants disappointed, with some even jokingly referring to Ethereum as a true “stablecoin.”
Faced with various questions regarding Ethereum’s price, Martinet, holding the pair of divination blocks made from “Ethereum” symbols, turned to the audience and, with a hint of jest, posed the pressing question all investors want to know: “Will Ethereum break the $10,000 barrier by 2025?”
This question immediately ignited a lively reaction from the audience. They held their breath, hoping that the outcome of the divination blocks would yield some form of “oracle.”
After Martinet cast the “Ethereum divination blocks,” the result was revealed—a “laughing cup.” The audience burst into laughter upon seeing the result.
However, in Taiwan’s divination culture, a “laughing cup” does not signify the deity “mocking the question,” but rather indicates the deity laughs without answering. In other words, the question may not be the most important at the moment, hence there is no need for an answer.
“This result is just as I expected. We are gathered here because we are builders, and we build together,” concluded Martinet with a smile. “The price of Ethereum is actually not the most important thing.”
The unique opening successfully captured the attention of all attendees and quickly elevated the atmosphere to a climax.
What are the Features of This Year’s Exhibition?
ETHTaipei 2025 not only focuses on in-depth exchanges of blockchain technology but also creatively incorporates rich and diverse interactive experiences, successfully crafting a blend of technology and culture.
Let’s follow “WEB3+” to explore the interesting aspects of this event!
Highlight 1: Boundless Music! Open Music Stage for Improvised Performances
During the event, there is an open music stage set up daily, providing electronic drums, keyboards, guitars, basses, and other instruments, allowing participants to freely showcase their musical talents. During lunchtime, the Home Band is invited to provide impromptu accompaniment, creating a highly interactive musical exchange atmosphere.
Highlight 2: The Collision of Art and Technology, Live Painting by Anime Art Master
This year’s exhibition specially invited internationally renowned artist SHINN UCHIDA to the scene. SHINN UCHIDA’s unique style has gained significant recognition at international anime exhibitions. This time, he will merge anime with technology in a unique style, creating anime art live, enriching the event with a strong artistic atmosphere.
Highlight 3: Project Booths for Close-up Views
The event site has carefully planned several project booths, allowing attendees to closely engage with and deeply understand various products and services innovating and cultivating within the Ethereum ecosystem. These booths are not merely static displays but lively interactive experiences. Each project team has prepared abundant display content and interactive segments, enabling attendees to learn about the latest technological advancements, experience innovative products and services, and deeply engage with project teams to explore collaboration opportunities.
Highlight 4: Authentic Taiwanese Flavor! Closing Party with Vitalik Buterin Enjoying Traditional Feast
The organizers provided indoor banquet-style dining and catering food at the exhibition, allowing participating developers to fill their stomachs while exchanging technologies and tasting local Taiwanese cuisine. On the final day of the event, the organizers will host a traditional Taiwanese banquet in front of Dadaocheng Temple, allowing blockchain developers from around the world to experience authentic Taiwanese banquet culture in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere.
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin will also be present, enjoying Taiwanese cuisine with attendees to celebrate this grand event.