In this TEDx talk, Zikry talks about blockchain technology that has the power to empower the powerless. This also helps analyse the impact of tech projects and how helpful they are to the beneficiaries. As the most alert and aware generation, millennials are more likely to support brands that incorporate and believe in social good, even if it comes at a higher price. CSR is a philosophy to strengthen a brand’s future, and using blockchain technology, we can make dark economy obsolete. Blockchain is a tool and not an end game in itself. Companies need to genuinely embrace CSR in order to thrive in this market.
Zikry is arguably one of the most significant upcoming thought leaders in the humanitarian sector, and is internationally sought-after to deliver keynotes at a wide variety of high-level industry conferences. He is listed as Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2016, Top 100 World Visionary Leader 2016 alongside notable figures like Malala, and voted as Top 10 Malaysia’s Most Innovative Entrepreneurs. Recently, Zikry shared his vision on fintech application in the humanitarian sector at the Finance Tech Innovation 2017 event in Singapore. National ice hockey player, radio DJ, Sales Analyst, diplomat – Zikry is a man who’s worn many hats. Zikry cofounded Incitement in late 2011, which started off as a movement aiming to transform people’s inspiration into tangible action steps towards their personal growth and helping challenged communities. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at