[//]:content-type-MARKDOWN-DONOT-DELETE  Gate.io has successfully concluded its participation in NearCon 2023, an influential event that explored the potential of the open web. The event took place in Lisbon, Portugal, from November 7th to 10th, and it indeed proved to be a game-changing experience.   With over 5,000 attendees expected, NearCon 2023 featured renowned authors, economists, artists, politicians, developers, and entrepreneurs. The event provided a unique opportunity for attendees to dive into the Blockchain Operating System (BOS) and understand how it was driving the future of the open web.   Gate.io's Global Head of HR Operations, Nelson Lopez, was a featured speaker on one of the panels at NearCon 2023. He spoke on the topic of "Navigating the Future of Work in the Web3 Era," offering insights to those passionate about working in the Web3 industry and how to navigate their career paths in that exciting era.   In addition to thought-provoking talks, NearCon 2023 encouraged networking with global projects, speakers, community members, builders, and multi-chain enthusiasts. Attendees also had the opportunity to participate in a hackathon, competing for a prize pool of over $180,000.   "We were thrilled to be part of NearCon 2023 and to contribute to the exploration of the open web's potential," said Nelson Lopez. "The event was an exciting journey into the world of blockchain and the future of the internet. We invited everyone to join us in this movement towards a more open and innovative future."   Gateway to Crypto Trade over 1,700 cryptocurrencies safely, quickly and easily on Gate.io [Sign up](https://www.gate.io/signup "Sign up") to enter the crypto gateway and get 40% commission from [referrals](https://www.gate.io/referral "referrals") [Download iOS/Android App](https://www.gate.io/mobileapp?ch=ann27560 "Download iOS/Android App") right now. Reach out to us! Twitter: https://twitter.com/gate_io GateVIP Twitter: https://twitter.com/GateioVIP Telegram: https://t.me/gate_io API Telegram: https://t.me/gateioapi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gateioglobal Medium: https://gateio.medium.com/ Podcast: https://gateio.buzzsprout.com/?ch=buzzs Gate.io Team November 11th, 2023