Smart Contract Summit #1, powered by Chainlink, is set to take place from August 5-7, 2021, positioning itself as a leading blockchain conference. This event will feature over 200 speakers and span three days of keynotes, panels, workshops, and AMAs from prominent figures in the DeFi and NFT sectors, as well as the broader blockchain industry. The summit aims to gather a diverse range of participants, including developers, entrepreneurs, and investors, to explore the latest innovations in smart contracts and uncover trends shaping the industry's future. Highlights include speakers from top DeFi protocols like Aave and Bancor, as well as pioneers in dynamic NFTs, alongside Chainlink's co-founders and other ecosystem leaders. The conference will cover topics such as the future of DeFi, enterprise blockchain adoption, and advancements in decentralized oracle networks, with the intention of fostering cross-collaboration and laying the groundwork for new smart contract use cases. The summit is free but requires prior registration due to limited spots, and attendees are encouraged to follow updates on the event's website and Chainlink Labs' social media channels.