Many industry leaders and innovators joined us for an electrifying evening at Orbis86: AI x Web3 in Gaming Happy Hour during GDC 2025, where ICP, Worldcoin, Unstoppable Domains, SKALE, and GNUS.AI came together to celebrate the future of gaming. Whether you were a game developer, blockchain innovator, investor, or tech enthusiast, it was the perfect opportunity to connect, collaborate, and unwind with fellow pioneers shaping the industry.
Demo Sessions
Innovative companies revolutionizing Web3, blockchain, and beyond gathered for an unforgettable experience! Attendees had the chance to interact with founders, explore live demos, and discover exciting opportunities for networking, collaboration, and investment.
The Worldcoin team was on hand to showcase the Orb at the event—an open-source device that verifies your uniqueness as a human while preserving privacy. Attendees had the opportunity to interact with the Orb, learn how it processes data securely without storing images, and explore its pivotal role in shaping digital identity within AI & Web3. It was an unforgettable chance to experience the future of identity verification firsthand!
Omnity Network enhances Bitcoin interoperability and programmability using ICP’s Chain Fusion and Chain Key cryptography. Its Hub connects Bitcoin with multiple L1s and L2s, while the Runes Exchange Environment (REE) enables DeFi on Bitcoin. Omnity also provides runes tooling, including the RichSwap DEX and cross-chain support.
Animayhem is an anime-themed roguelike survival game (think Vampire Survivors) with AI-driven companions and Web3 integration, rethinking how engagement, retention and monetization work with AI agents.
Sponsors
ICP is reshaping Web3 by enabling 100% on-chain services, eliminating the need for corporate clouds, insecure bridges, or costly oracles. With ICP, developers can build tamperproof, cost-effective, and fully decentralized applications—from social media platforms to enterprise systems.
Genius Ventures, Inc was formed as a corporation that invests in ideas from geniuses. The first venture is in the cryptocurrency space with the launch of the GNUS A.I. Processing Crypto Token.
Genius (GNUS) tokens are at the heart of a unique and patented blockchain and software system. The primary GNUS token is a multi-chain asset that can be used for decentralized GPU utilization. Also known as DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks)
The ERC-20 Token symbol on Ethereum/Polygon is GNUS, the BRC-20 Token symbol is BGNS, **Coming soon: Solana (SLP), Cardano Native Token, and more.
Hosts
Orbis86 is a pioneering Utility-as-a-Service leader, revolutionizing Web3 innovation. Our distinct approach ensures that newcomers are engaged through avenues that align with their interests and preferences. We prioritize inclusivity by being chain agnostic, aiming to establish a unified cross-chain ecosystem that fosters seamless interaction and collaboration across diverse blockchain networks.
Throughout the calendar year, Orbis86 conducts various events in cities around the globe. These gatherings serve as platforms for individuals to learn, discuss, and immerse themselves in Web3 and AI topics, creating a community of like-minded individuals.
Additionally, the platform’s strength is amplified by its extensive partner network. These partners, aligned with Orbis86’s mission, focus on meaningful onboarding in Web3 and AI, together striving to provide users with a comprehensive understanding and practical insights into these emerging digital landscapes.
OffChain is a global community for Web3 professionals and enthusiasts with over seventy chapters. We welcome a wide range of like-minded people from blockchain developers to crypto VC’s to miners to quant traders to people who just own a little Bitcoin. We welcome everyone who has an interest in blockchain and crypto. Each chapter/city aims to have a base of regular casual social gatherings with no set topics with speaking events mixed in from time-to-time.
Event Partners
Worldcoin
Worldcoin is a decentralized, privacy-preserving digital identity and financial network designed to provide universal access to the global economy. By leveraging biometric verification through the Orb, Worldcoin aims to create a proof-of-personhood system, ensuring fair distribution of its token while preventing fraud and AI-driven identity duplication.
Unstoppable Domains
Unstoppable Domains endeavours to establish user-owned digital identities worldwide through web3 domains, empowering individuals to control their data. These domains, imbued with unique capabilities, serve as the cornerstone of Web3 identity, facilitating seamless login, simplified payments, and complete website ownership.
Sports Basement
Starting as a weekend-only shop in a San Francisco warehouse, they’ve grown to 13 California locations since 1998. With in-house ski and bike shops, rentals, and a thriving website, they’re all about adventure. Our heart lies in our customers, local communities, and incredible staff, offering free community spaces, events, and thousands of partnerships. From skiing to pickleball, they carry the top brands for all your favorite activities!
ICP HUBS Network
A global initiative driving education, adoption, and innovation for ICP. The HUBs unite developers, investors, and Web3 pioneers to collaborate, learn, and build the decentralized future.
SKALE Network
The SKALE Network is governed by the SKALE DAO and supported by over 50 entities, DAOs, and thousands of community members. All core smart contract changes require decentralized multisig approval. SKALE Labs, based in San Francisco, drives technical development, while the N.O.D.E. Foundation, in Liechtenstein, supports the network’s operations.
Quantum Leap Labs
As the official accelerator of ICP HUB Canada & US, Quantum Leap Labs empowers Web3 founders by providing mentorship, funding, and strategic resources to scale groundbreaking projects on the Internet Computer.
Agroverse
Agroverse, a TrueSight DAO project, is committed to regenerating 10,000 hectares of Amazonian rainforest by supporting organic cacao farmers in reforesting previously deforested land, promoting ecological restoration and economic empowerment. Join us at our cacao circle to savor a cup of ceremonial cacao and experience the impact firsthand.
BrandPR
BrandPR is a specialized PR and marketing agency partnering with Orbis86 to empower Web3 brands worldwide. Since 2022, they’ve helped crypto and Web3 projects gain top-tier media exposure and build strong communities. With proven PR strategies, BrandPR ensures your brand reaches the right audience at the right time, creating lasting impact in the Web3 space.