Speakers
Li Fan
Chief Technology Officer @ Circle
Li Fan serves as CTO at Circle, a leading global fintech company specializing in digital currencies and blockchain solutions (including USD Coin). Previously, she held executive roles at Lime, Pinterest, Google, and Baidu, driving innovation in mobility, social media, and search technologies.
Sen Xu
VP of Engineering & CISO @ OKX
Sen Xu is a Bay Area-based technical leader with expertise in crypto exchanges, AI, and SaaS. As VP of Engineering at OKX, he oversees security and engineering strategy. His background includes leadership roles at Uber, Lyft, Twitter, and Replica, along with founding two successful tech startups.
Summary
Transitioning from Web2 to Web3? Discover the challenges and opportunities of engineering leadership in the decentralized world. Li Fan (Circle) and Sen Xu (OKX) share insights on:
- Skill Adaptation: How to rapidly acquire Web3 domain knowledge.
- Cross-Industry Leadership: Which engineering principles transcend sectors.
- Team Scaling: Balancing agility and innovation in Web3 startups.
Keywords
- Web3
- Engineering Leadership
- Blockchain Technology
- Startup Scaling
- Digital Currency
- Fintech Innovation
FAQ
1. What skills are essential for Web3 engineering leaders?
A blend of blockchain proficiency, agile management, and cross-functional collaboration is critical. Domain-specific knowledge (e.g., smart contracts) can be acquired on the job.
2. How does Web3 team dynamics differ from Web2?
Decentralized teams prioritize autonomy, requiring leaders to foster trust and clear communication amid distributed workflows.
3. What’s the biggest challenge in scaling Web3 startups?
Maintaining security and compliance while innovating quickly. Regulatory landscapes add complexity to product development.
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