Joe Polny | Senior software engineer
Algorand Foundation

Joe Polny is a senior software engineer at the Algorand Foundation, where he focuses on enhancing developer tooling and supporting builders across the Algorand ecosystem. With a strong background in developer relations, Joe plays a key role in onboarding new developers and strengthening technical infrastructure to ensure a seamless experience on Algorand’s secure, scalable Layer 1 blockchain. Prior to joining Algorand Foundation, Joe worked as a software engineer at Mercury Systems and holds a degree from the Wentworth Institute of Technology. He is passionate about blockchain’s potential to build a more inclusive, transparent, and efficient future.

Appearances:

Day 2 @ 11:20

How will decentralized identity serve the future of personal identity management?

How decentralized identity gives people more control over their personal data and improves privacy by reducing reliance on big databases.
The potential of decentralized identity to enable secure and seamless identification across borders and industries.
How decentralized identity enhances security by using cryptography and minimizing risks like fraud and data breaches.
The challenges of adopting decentralized systems, including building infrastructure, creating regulations, and educating users.
Practical steps for businesses to start using decentralized identity while working with their current systems

Moderator: Kaliya Young, Founding Partner, Identity Woman

Dino Cataldo Dellaccio, Chief Information Officer, UN Joint Staff Pension Fund

Thomas A. Mayfield, Head of Decentralized Trust and Identity Solutions, Cardano Foundation