Michigan Bitcoiners

Organized By The Midwest Tech Project in collaboration with Grand Rapids Blockchain, don't miss out on this opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation and technology!
Panelists Include:

Elizabeth Hansson, Michigan President for Stand With Crypto
Dar Meshi, PhD, Associate Professor, Michigan State University
Adam Zientarski, CEO at Detroit Ledger Technologies

Sponsored By: Stand With Crypto, Michigan Blockchain Council (MBC), Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC),

Community Partners: Detroit Ledger Technologies, Detroit Blockchain Collective, Michigan State University College of Communication Arts and Sciences

You can also find this event on the Grand Rapids Blockchain group HERE

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You can also find this event on the Detroit Blockchainers group HERE

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Whether you're exploring Web3 for the first time or already building in it, this talk will challenge assumptions and spark new ideas about what decentralized networks can do.

DePIN: The Rise of Decentralized Infrastructure
What if everyday people—not governments or tech giants—built the networks powering our world? That’s the promise of DePIN: Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. It’s currently the fastest-growing movement in crypto, and it’s not just theoretical—it’s already happening.
​​This talk will break down what DePIN is, why it matters, and how it’s flipping the script on who builds and owns real-world infrastructure. We’ll discuss how it’s already powering real-world systems like global sensor networks and smart vehicle fleets. We’ll also look at how traditional companies are beginning to pay for access to these community-built networks, signaling that the shift is already underway.
​​From earning rewards to reshaping industries, DePIN is where crypto gets physical.

MEET THE EXPERT
Jeremy Mahrle
Founder, Proof Wireless
Chair, Helium Mobile Working Group
Jeremy is the founder of Proof Wireless, a company that deploys decentralized infrastructure in local businesses to generate recurring revenue for hosts. Active in the DePIN space since 2019, he began with Helium IoT hotspots and now works across wireless, mobility, and sensor networks to support real-world DePIN applications. He was elected by the Helium community to chair the Helium Mobile Working Group, where he leads weekly strategic discussions on the network’s technical development, economic sustainability, and long-term growth.
​​Before entering the decentralized tech space, Jeremy worked in public policy as a staff member in both the U.S. House and U.S. Senate, and was elected to serve as a City Commissioner in Royal Oak, Michigan. His background bridges civic governance and emerging infrastructure, with a focus on practical solutions and community impact.

MEET YOUR HOST
​​Elizabeth Hansson
Michigan President of Stand with Crypto
Detroit Blockchain Collective Cofounder

LOCATION
​This event is hosted in the Detroit area. Complimentary parking is available for attendees. Register on Luma for Address.

REFRESHMENTS
​Delicious food and drinks provided, of course! :)

MEET THE SPONSOR
Stand With Crypto empowers the blockchain community by advocating for clear policies, educating stakeholders, and mobilizing support to protect innovation in the crypto space. Thank you to SWC for supporting this event & our local blockchain community!

You can also find this event on the Detroit Blockchainers group HERE

Sponsored by Stand With Crypto
https://www.standwithcrypto.org/

You can also find this event on the Grand Rapids Blockchain group HERE