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INATBA Members Champion Blockchain Applications at COP26

INATBA was proud to have two members present as part of the UN Climate Change Conference, COP26, in Glasgow. The side events were organised by the European Commission, streamed to thousands of participants around the world. INATBA Social Impact Working Group Co-Chair Presents Development of Measurement Framework for Social Impact Projects Co-Chair of INATBA’s Social…

New Partnership with Abu Dhabi Global Market Establishes INATBA Chapter in the MENA Region

Abu Dhabi, 24 November 2021 – Abu Dhabi Global Market and INATBA (International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications) have signed an MoU launching a partnership to establish a chapter of INATBA in the MENA region and continue to foster public-private collaboration. INATBA and ADGM have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a partnership that will…

INATBA Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Blockchain Association Singapore

Brussels, 12 November 2021 – Blockchain Association Singapore and INATBA (International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications) have signed an MoU launching a partnership to mutually advance the global blockchain ecosystem and benefit both organisations’ members. INATBA and Blockchain Association Singapore (BAS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a partnership that will advance both…

CHAISE Project Brochure Highlights Mission of Program

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INATBA is a proud partner of the CHAISE project, where the organisation will be contributing to the development of a pan-European blockchain skills strategy. Find an overview of the project, its mission and partners in the new CHAISE brochure below.

Highlights from Blockchain for Social Impact Report

Authored by the INATBA Social Impact Working Group, INATBA’s new report on blockchain for social impact analyses the role of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The Working Group is also launching the development of an impact measurement framework. Contact [email protected] to get involved.

INATBA Welcomes 11 New Members from Across the Blockchain Ecosystem

INATBA is proud to announce that eleven new leaders in the blockchain ecosystem have joined as new INATBA Members over the summer period. Below, find some background on each of our valued members and the great work they are doing in the industry. Malta Digital Innovation Authority – MDIA: MDIA is the primary Authority responsible…

INATBA Publishes Report on Blockchain for Social Impact

Find the report download form at the bottom of this page. INATBA is the global convener of the blockchain ecosystem, with 170+ members dedicated to promoting global adoption of blockchain and DLT technologies by bridging the gap between policymakers and industry stakeholders for mutually beneficial conversations. INATBA has 15 different Working Groups and Committees, each…

INATBA Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Blockchain Australia

Brussels, 2 August 2021 – Blockchain Australia and INATBA (International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications), have signed an MoU to establish a partnership to help advance the global blockchain ecosystem. INATBA and Blockchain Australia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding that unites the organisations’ similar goals and establishes a partnership for blockchain and DLT advancement…

INATBA Elects New Working Group and Committee Co-Chairs

Brussels, 21 July – The International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications (INATBA) is proud to announce the election of 28 new Co-Chairs who will lead the INATBA Working Groups and Committees. INATBA has 15 Working Groups and Committees, spanning the following topics: Education, Energy, Climate Action, Social Impact, Finance, Public Sector, Privacy, Identity, Standards, Real…

INATBA Hosts Global Conversation on Blockchain for Climate Action with Climate Ledger Initiative

On 15 June, the INATBA Climate Action and Governance Working Groups joined Climate Ledger Initiative for a roundtable discussion on their recently co-published report, “Blockchain for Climate Action and the Governance Challenge.” This report has been dedicated to one of the report’s authors, Sven Braden, who passed away shortly after the report’s publication. The speakers…

Will We See NFTs in the Louvre and Prado?

by INATBA Executive Director, Marc Taverner Like most sectors, the art world (including galleries, collectors, and museums) is susceptible to foundational disruption. Unlike most sectors, it had yet to be significantly impacted by crypto and blockchain – until 2021. Now, every gatekeeper in the art world – from gallery owners to museum curators – need…

Earth Day 2021: A Discussion on Climate Adaptation

With insights from Bara Greplova, Future Energy Foundation, Joerg Walden, iPoint-systems gmbh, Khalid Belghiti, Scrypt Media, Jo Bronckers, FIBREE, Ira Feldman and Karl Schultz, Climate Chain Coalition What is climate adaptation and how does it differ from climate mitigation? A common conception about climate change is to (only) think about, in tandem, coal-fired power emissions…

In the World of Blockchain, Policy Exists in a (Old) Vacuum

How blockchain’s breakneck innovation evolves against control By INATBA Executive Director, Marc Taverner If you attended any blockchain or crypto conference in 2016/2017, you’ll be familiar with this statement, which echoed endlessly across nearly every panel: “Blockchain/bitcoin/ethereum/crypto/ICOs/smart contracts/digital identity need the same regulatory approach the government had to the internet – so true innovation can…

INATBA Working Groups: Making a Difference in the Blockchain Ecosystem

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INATBA Working Groups convene events, publish reports and discuss the most pertinent topics in the global blockchain ecosystem. View the full brochure by clicking the image below.

This Week at INATBA: 2020 Working Group Showcase

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To highlight the incredible work done by INATBA’s 14 Working Groups in 2020, we have created this showcase with a selection of their accomplishments over the past year.

2020 at INATBA: A Year in Review

Despite its challenges, 2020 was momentous for INATBA. Here are the highlights of an incredibly productive year.

How You Can Help Protect the Future of Blockchain and Crypto in Europe

MiCA will undoubtedly transform the development of the blockchain ecosystem across the world. This is why INATBA is creating a new MiCA task force, dedicated to evaluating, discussing, and providing feedback on the proposed MiCA regulations.

Building a Resilient “Silicon Country”

Governments have the power to embrace available solutions and replicate the Slicon Valley model for the good of an entire country, if an effort is made on a country-wide scale.

How Europe Maneuvered Back into the Crypto-Assets Competition with MiCA

With the release of proposed regulations for the Market in Crypto-assets (MiCA), Europe has expertly maneuvered itself back into the competition to rival the US and China in innovating and encouraging blockchain technology.

INATBA at Year 1: Advancing Interoperability, Governance and Constructive Dialogue

A year on, INATBA has brought together a broad coalition of stakeholders in order to reflect the shared interests of sector players to ensure that everyone benefits from blockchain’s transformative potential.

Highlights from Blockchain for Social Impact Report

INATBA Publishes Report on Blockchain for Social Impact

INATBA Policy Position on Market in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Regulation

Ahead of the announcement of a new MiCA and PRR-centered event series, INATBA is releasing its policy position on the two proposed regulations from the European Commission. These positions contain insights from INATBA’s 170+ members. The International Association for Trusted Blockchain Application (INATBA) welcomes the European Commission’s proposal for Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) Regulation;…

INATBA Publishes Report on Climate Action and Governance with Climate Ledger Initiative

INATBA is proud to announce the publication of its latest report on blockchain for climate action, co-produced with Climate Ledger Initiative. The findings of this report will be discussed in a 15 June roundtable event, register here. Abstract: This report provides an overview of the most relevant governance challenges facing blockchain-based climate actions on the…

INATBA Climate Action and Real Estate Working Groups Work with FIBREE to Publish Preliminary Report on Unique Object Identifiers (UOI)

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INATBA Education Working Group Publishes Report on Blockchain Education

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INATBA Finance Working Group Issues Response to European Central Bank’s Public Consultation on Digital Euro

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INATBA welcomes steps toward the issuance of the Digital Euro and stands ready to contribute to the important work of the European Central Bank on this topic with expertise and insight from our broad base of members and experts.

INATBA Privacy Working Group Publishes Report on Data Protection Regulations Applicable to Blockchain Technology in Different Jurisdictions Worldwide

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This report aims to provide the industry with an overview of data protection regulations in jurisdictions considered particularly important for the development of blockchain technology.

INATBA Identity Working Group Publishes Position Paper on Decentralised Identity

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This position paper introduces a scenario-based approach to depict possible futures of digital identity in order to contribute to the important debate on how to best govern the new, highly disruptive approach to digital identity: self-sovereign identity.

INATBA’s Privacy Working Group Publishes Report on Data Protection Regulations in the Blockchain Ecosystem

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The Privacy Working Group of INATBA conducted a broad survey amongst users and developers of blockchain technology to understand challenges faced in meeting privacy standards and regulatory privacy requirements. These were their findings.

This Week at INATBA: DeFi Event Series

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This Week at INATBA is a weekly series that highlights INATBA events, opportunities and announcements. This week, we invite you to join us for our upcoming DeFi event series.

This Week at INATBA: Decentralised Identity Event

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Join our Identity Working Group for a debate discussion based on their Position Paper published in November.

INATBA Hosts Event with Climate Ledger Initiative on Climate Action and the Governance Challenge

On 3 November, INATBA hosted a roundtable discussion on Blockchain for Climate Action and the Governance Challenge to gain insights into governance challenges in blockchain applications for climate action.

INATBA Hosts Lost in Translation: Culture and Language as a Barrier to Global Blockchain Infrastructure Roundtable

In the third installment of our series on “Transacting Beyond Borders,” the INATBA Standards, Governance, and Interoperability Working Groups discussed the intercultural and multilingual barriers that standardisation communities must address when working across borders.

INATBA Hosts Roundtable on CBDC, Stablecoins, and Seigniorage Shares

The important and current topic of CBDCs and Stablecoins inspired INATBA’s Finance Working Group to invite multiple industry-leading stakeholders to the CBDC, Stablecoin and Seigniorage Shares roundtable held on 12 November 2020.

INATBA Roundtable Highlights Need for European Investment in Blockchain

INATBA recently convened an online discussion to raise awareness about the European Commission’s new blockchain and AI investment fund. The 100 million euro European Investment Fund (EIF) is now fully operational and has signed its first agreement with Fly Ventures Fund in Berlin.

INATBA Convenes Land Registry Roundtable, Highlights Blockchain Use Cases

Global experts in real estate and land registries joined an INTBA-led roundtable to discuss the many ways that blockchain technology is impacting the industry and how it will affect the sector’s growth in the near future.

INATBA Convenes Global Education Roundtable on Blockchain Targets and Content

INATBA brought together global thought leaders in education and blockchain to discuss how the emerging technology can best improve academic institutions around the world, fostering partnerships between the private and public sectors.

INATBA Convenes Global Conversation on Standards, Governance and Interoperability

INATBA convened global leaders on standards, governance and interoperability for a thoughtful series of online discussions about how the blockchain and DLT ecosystem can collaborate more productively, deliver greater value and hasten mainstream adoption of the technology.

In INATBA Virtual Roundtable, Canadian Govt Discusses Blockchain Solutions to COVID Challenges

The INATBA COVID Task Force convened a virtual roundtable during which Canadian government officials shared insights on blockchain solutions to the challenges the nation faces in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

INATBA Members Champion Blockchain Applications at COP26

New Partnership with Abu Dhabi Global Market Establishes INATBA Chapter in the MENA Region

INATBA Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Blockchain Association Singapore

CHAISE Project Brochure Highlights Mission of Program

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INATBA Welcomes 11 New Members from Across the Blockchain Ecosystem

INATBA Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Blockchain Australia

INATBA Elects New Working Group and Committee Co-Chairs

INATBA Hosts Global Conversation on Blockchain for Climate Action with Climate Ledger Initiative

INATBA Signs MoU with VC Hub Italia

Brussels, 30 June 2021 – VC Hub Italia and INATBA (International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications), are joining forces with an MoU with the goal of contributing to knowledge sharing on the development of the global blockchain industry. VC Hub Italia is a non-profit organisation that works to promote the development of venture capital and…

INATBA Announces Global Event Series Focused on Blockchain and Crypto-Asset Regulation

The International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications has seen positive movement on a number of its policy positions in the European Commission’s proposed MiCA regulation and will host a series of events spotlighting the global impact of the regulation. BRUSSELS, Jun 15 — Today, the International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications announced its progress on…