# Welcome and Introduction with ETHGlobal Founder Kartik Talwar I Pragma Bangkok 2024

- Speakers: [Kartik Talwar](https://streameth.org/speakers/kartik-talwar)
- Channel: [ETHGlobal](https://streameth.org/ethglobal)
- Date: 2025-10-09
- Duration: 09:24
- Topics: Pragma Bangkok, ETHGlobal, Kartik Talwar, Ethereum Conference, Web3 Builders, Single-Track Summit, Founders, L2 Scaling, Wallet UX, Hackathon, On-Chain, Ethereum
- Watch: https://streameth.org/watch/yt-J6pwiX3uZ34
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6pwiX3uZ34

## Description

Experience the official Pragma Bangkok introduction with Kartik Talwar, co-founder of ETHGlobal. Discover why “pragma” is more than just a Solidity keyword—it’s a commitment to pragmatism and clarity for everyone building in Web3.

In this concise keynote, Kartik previews the day’s single-track speaker lineup, highlighting an accessible, founder-focused approach to exploring Ethereum, L2 scaling, wallet UX, stablecoins, and more. Whether you’re a developer, founder, or enthusiast, learn how ETHGlobal’s global community—spanning hackathons to on-chain experiences—pushes decentralized tech forward. Tune in for an inspiring kickoff on what’s ahead in Pragma Bangkok!

00:00 Welcome & Opening Music
00:03 Kartik Talwar Introduction
00:45 Pragma Mission & Theme
01:21 Single-Day, Single-Track Format
01:52 Curating a Founders-Only Agenda
02:24 Talks & Interviews Overview
03:28 The Bangkok Pack & Wristband Setup
05:16 Hackathon Context & Wristband Reuse
06:18 Today’s Speaker Lineup & Topics
07:24 Conclusion & Transition to First Guest

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🎤 *Pragma Bankgkok*
Pragma Bangkok 2024 closed out a year of exceptional Pragma events held around the world, and offered the global Web3 community a chance to hear from founders and builders as they reflect on the past, and look to the future of Web3.  Pragma Bangkok 2024 was held on November 14th at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit in Bangkok, Thailand. Watch the full YouTube Playlist here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXzKMXK2aHh4JNkhnsv5F95OqxT_IjCEl&si=6Tv3CvB6vrQIIjBA

ETHGlobal's Pragma series, which began in Tokyo in the spring of 2023, has been fostering a curated, global community of individuals who deeply care about web3. You can learn more about Pragma and upcoming events in the series here: https://ethglobal.com/pragma

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✅ Follow Kartik Talwar
X: https://x.com/therealkartik
Warpcast: https://warpcast.com/kartik

✅ Follow ETHGlobal
X: https://x.com/ETHGlobal​
Warpcast: https://warpcast.com/ethglobal
Website: https://ethglobal.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ETHGlobal

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