It's been a week since the event at the Kyoto Sui Builder House. I remember the day we attended the Builder House there as if it were yesterday. It was a day filled with anticipation, learning, and collaboration—a true embodiment of Chainbase's mission to help developers maximize the utilization of on chain data.

Event

On the second morning of the event, I gave a speech on how to efficiently retrieve and analyze Sui blockchain data using Chainbase. Here are my thoughts and ideas:

In the Web2 world, ownership is protected by laws such as copyright, trademark, and contracts, and centralized entities are responsible for enforcing ownership rights. However, the execution of these laws can be time-consuming. If a person wants to declare ownership of a particular property, it typically takes 2-3 days and requires the completion of documentation for the registration process.

In Web3, ownership is safeguarded by blockchain consensus mechanisms. Decentralization ensures agreement and trust among participants, eliminating the need for intermediaries. This means that the rights and power are shifting from traditional contract promises in the physical world to the digital realm. That's where Chainbase comes in, providing an open, scalable, and easy-to-use on chain data platform for developers.

During my presentation, I emphasized the importance of leveraging Chainbase's capabilities to optimize the acquisition and analysis of on-chain data on the Sui network. I highlighted the potential for developers to harness this valuable resource and unlock insights that can drive innovation and growth.

I discussed various techniques and methodologies for extracting and processing data from the Sui blockchain using Chainbase's powerful tools and APIs. I showcased real-world examples and success stories to illustrate the practical applications of these methods.

I emphasized the importance of collaboration and knowledge sharing among developers in the Sui community. By pooling our expertise and collectively exploring the potential of on-chain data, we can discover new opportunities and pave the way for further advancements in the Sui ecosystem.

My speech aimed to inspire and empower developers to leverage the power of Chainbase and unlock the full potential of Sui's on-chain data for their projects. I encouraged attendees to embrace innovation, challenge the status quo, and seize the opportunities that lie within this valuable resource.

Story

The story continues after a delightful conversation with developers on Sui. One of my local friends recommended that I visit Honnō-ji and learn about the local history in Kyoto. Therefore, I learned a classic story in Japan:

Nobunaga, Hideyoshi and Tokugawa were watching a cuckoo bird waiting for it to sing, but the bird wouldn’t sing.

「鳴かぬなら 殺してしまえ ホトトギス 織田信長」

「鳴かぬなら 鳴かせてみせよう ホトトギス 豊臣秀吉」

「鳴かぬなら 鳴くまで待とう ホトトギス 徳川家康」

“if it won’t sing, kill it .”- Nobunaga

“if it won’t sing, let us make it.” - Hideyoshi

“if it won’t sing, wait till it will” - Ieyasu

The story showcases the contrasting personalities and approaches of three prominent Japanese historical figures, Nobunaga, Hideyoshi, and Ieyasu, based on their reactions to the bird. And there are two individuals I would like to briefly talk about: Oda Nobunaga(織田信長) and Tokugawa Ieyasu(徳川家康).

Oda Nobunaga was a determined and audacious leader known for his swift recognition and utilization of new innovations. He revolutionized warfare by establishing units armed with muskets, setting a new standard among daimyo.

In 1582, Nobunaga, having conquered central Japan and aiming to expand westward, faced a treacherous event at Honnō-ji Temple in Kyōto. Akechi Mitsuhide, one of his vassals, rebelled against him, resulting in severe injuries for Nobunaga and no possibility of escape. In the face of this inevitable fate, he chose to perform seppuku.

Tokugawa Ieyasu, on the other hand, was sent as a hostage to a formidable enemy at the tender age of three, enduring sixteen years in captivity. Upon his return to his homeland at nineteen, he deftly maneuvered between the influential figures of Oda Nobunaga and Toyotomi Hideyoshi until Hideyoshi's death at the age of fifty-seven in 1598. Ieyasu's harrowing experience as a hostage during his youth taught him the value of restraint and the art of patience, waiting for the opportune moment. Following Hideyoshi's demise, Ieyasu launched a strategic offensive, systematically dismantling opposing forces. At the age of fifty-nine, he emerged triumphant in the Battle of Sekigahara, solidifying his position as the dominant power in Japan.

One of Ieyasu's renowned quotes encapsulates his philosophy: "Life is like unto a long journey with a heavy burden. Let thy step be slow and steady, that thou stumble not”

This story has given me great inspiration. Over the past two years, the cryptocurrency industry has faced significant volatility and challenges due to regulatory uncertainty. Bankruptcies and liquidations of certain institutions have created a sense of unease, causing many to shift their focus away from cryptocurrencies and Web3. The reasons behind the failure of some past projects often lie in the failure to find a practical product-market fit and the lack of trust caused by insufficient decentralization.

However, I believe we should draw inspiration from the stories of Oda Nobunaga and Tokugawa Ieyasu. Their tales teach us the importance of patience, pursuing valuable endeavors within the industry, continuously learning about new tech, and maintaining curiosity. We should learn from their successes and failures, extracting knowledge from both.

In the spirit of Nobunaga, we aim to be enterprising and open to innovative ideas. Like Ieyasu, we endeavor to unite all available resources and patiently anticipate the right opportunity.

We should strive to earnestly embrace the new technologies and changes brought about by the crypto industry, work hard to establish connections with various different developer communities, and create products that can benefit people's lives, rather than confront authorities high-handedly and increase leverage to deal with scarce liquidity.

This is exactly what Chainbase has been advocating and putting into action. Our objective is to create an open, user-friendly, transparent, and sustainable crypto data infrastructure. We strive to simplify the utilization of this data for developers, eliminating the requirement for intricate backend technology stack reconstructions.

Finally, I boarded the Haruka train and said goodbye to Kyoto, a city that beautifully blends the past and present. With excitement, I embarked on my journey towards the next destination. As I contemplate, those words echo in my thoughts: "If it won't sing, let's patiently wait until it does.”

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