Ben Bartlett
Ben Bartlett
Partner & Co-Founder
Ben Bartlett is an attorney, entrepreneur, and elected official serving as a City Council Member for Berkeley. He is widely recognized for his work in blockchain policy, impact investing, clean energy, housing innovation, and public policy development. Ben also serves as a mentor and advisor to leading Web3 and innovation-focused organizations, including Algorand Foundation, Starknet Foundation, and Celo. As Partner at Tackett Bartlett LLP, Ben advises startups and businesses in blockchain, AI, fintech, and emerging technologies. He is also a member of California’s Blockchain Working Group, helping shape policy recommendations for blockchain innovation and technology adoption across the state.
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Panel 5: Beyond Speculation: Can Web3 Still Matter?
​After years of hype cycles, memecoins, regulatory battles, and market volatility, the Web3 industry finds itself at a critical turning point. Was Web3 merely a speculative trend, or is the technology finally maturing into something with real-world value? This panel explores whether blockchain, decentralized infrastructure, digital ownership, and tokenized ecosystems can move beyond speculation and deliver meaningful impact across finance, AI, gaming, identity, enterprise, and creator economies in 2026 and beyond.