This keynote focuses on showcasing the application of Blockchain and AI across industry verticals, building awareness with dynamic real world case examples. In this year of transition, attention is drawn to skills needs and the exciting opportunities for change that can be actualised from emergent technology convergence – in particular, how economic, environmental and social impact benefits can be achieved in tandem. It also demonstrates the important role of social media in building community and sharing this enabling narrative. It aligns strongly with the aspirations of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), alongside initiatives such as Aspirational Futures which is empowering the talent base needed to help deliver these critical aims.