René Mifsud
Senior DevOps Engineer - Bitpanda
... from Web2 to Web3 Infrastructure
What Web2 Taught Us About Building Web3 Infrastructure
The rise of Web3 brings new opportunities but also new challenges, especially as regulatory frameworks such as the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) set the pace for compliance across Europe. Building infrastructure that supports innovation while meeting these requirements is becoming a critical priority.
In this session, René Mifsud draws on his experience with cloud-native systems and real-time event pipelines to show how lessons from Web2 can be applied to the decentralised world. He will explore how core principles of scalability, reliability, and security remain relevant when designing for Layer 1 and Layer 2 blockchain ecosystems.
Attendees will gain practical insight into how Web2 foundations continue to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow’s Web3 platforms.
About René ...
René has built and delivered cloud-native systems for organisations across blockchain, fintech, and gaming, bringing deep expertise in Kubernetes, AWS, and large-scale cloud infrastructure. His work places strong emphasis on security, automation, and access control, ensuring that platforms remain both resilient and compliant in demanding environments. At Bitpanda, he focuses on platform reliability while working at the intersection of traditional finance and Web3 infrastructure, including complex Layer 1 and Layer 2 systems.
René’s career reflects a blend of technical discipline and adaptability, shaped by years of experience in fast-moving industries where precision and speed matter. His knowledge of scalable architecture and robust systems makes him a trusted voice in helping organisations navigate the evolving challenges of modern cloud technology.