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From Conversation to Commitment “Pause the World for Peace” Joins Blockchain Week - UNGA Edition 2026

The Porter Brothers officially announce that Paul Sladkus’ “Pause the World for Peace” is now an official part of Blockchain Week - UNGA Edition on September 19 in Times Square.

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Bruce & David Porter

The Porter Brothers | Founders, Global Boost & Blockchain Week - UNGA Edition

July 2026

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Last week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Paul Sladkus on his Good News Broadcast. What began as a conversation about blockchain quickly evolved into something much deeper.

We talked about what blockchain really is — a distributed ledger that creates trust without a central authority. We discussed Bitcoin’s fixed supply, the difference between true blockchains and tokens that can be minted endlessly, and why decentralization matters in a world where trust is often in short supply.

Then Paul shared his life’s work: “Pause the World for Peace.” For more than two decades he has championed the International Day of Peace. This year, on the 24th anniversary, he is bringing the movement to Times Square on September 19th — a powerful midday gathering featuring human peace signs, peace messengers, live music, and a collective pause for humanity.

Watch the Original Interview

Here is the full conversation where this partnership began:

The original interview with Paul Sladkus on Good News Broadcast (July 2026)

An Official Addition to Blockchain Week - UNGA Edition

Blockchain Week - UNGA Edition 2026 is happening right alongside the United Nations General Assembly. Our two-day premier conference runs September 16–17, followed by the Washington Elite Investment Summit & Gala on the 18th.

After thoughtful internal discussion, we are proud to announce that “Pause the World for Peace” is now an official part of Blockchain Week - UNGA Edition 2026.

A natural partnership built on trust and shared values

On Saturday, September 19th — the final day of our week — after all the panels, keynotes, Bitcoin Palooza, runway shows, and special programming, the entire Blockchain Week - UNGA Edition community will gather in Times Square (Duffy Square) to Pause for Peace.

The Blockchain Week - UNGA Edition community will join thousands in Times Square on September 19th

This is more than an add-on. It is a natural extension of what Blockchain Week - UNGA Edition stands for. Blockchain is ultimately about creating systems of trust. Peace requires the same foundation — trust between people, transparency in relationships, and the courage to come together.

Trust is the foundation of both blockchain and peace

Paul said something during our conversation that stayed with us: without real business relationships and shared realities, peace remains an abstraction. We agree completely.

We are grateful to Paul for his decades of dedication and excited to bring our communities together for this meaningful day.

Whether you are joining us for the full week or simply want to be part of this special gathering on the 19th, you are welcome.

Join Us in Times Square on September 19th

For our children and grandchildren — let’s show them that those building tomorrow also choose peace today.

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