The biggest typhoon in 6 years couldn’t stop blockchain enthusiasts from gathering at Startup Grind Seoul last week. More than 50 people came to meet JH Kim, CEO of ICONLOOP and ICON Foundation council member. The interview lasted almost an hour, longer than expected thanks to enthusiastic ICON fans at the Q&A session.

The main subject of the interview was how ICON’s long term goals and open culture have driven the team to become one of the most successful blockchain projects in Asia. He also shared his entrepreneurial insights regarding startup spirit and regulations in Korea.

Throughout the interview, the most important keyword was ‘consensus’. Consensus to hyperconnect the world is not only ICON’s motto, but also a great feature that every blockchain community possesses. “Decentralization, distribution, transparency… So many terms are used within this industry. But what I believe, and what ICON believes, is that the true value of blockchain lies in consensus,” said JH.

He also asserted this strong faith in consensus has helped his team grow, both externally and internally.