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Web 3.0 Utility and Skills for Success: INATBA Education Working Group releases Adapt and Flourish report

Brussels, May 3rd 2023 – The Education Working Group of the International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications (INATBA) released its latest report titled Adapt and Flourish: Web 3.0 Utility & Required Skills for Individuals, which provides practical guidance on adapting to the rapidly evolving blockchain industry. The report, which is available for download through the…

INATBA Elected Its New Board of Directors

INATBA is pleased to announce that it elected its new Board of Directors: Yves de Beauregard (Fujitsu) Sebastian Becker (thebrainbehind GmbH) Max Bernt (Blockpit) Nadia Filali (Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations) Jan Klesla (Blockchain Republic Institute) Ravindra Kumar (Incrreda) Thomas Nägele (NÄGELE Attorneys at Law LLC) Mariana de la Roche (IOTA) Tareq Shaheen (Eastnets) Joerg…

INATBA’s Position on Directive of Administrative Cooperation (DAC8)

INATBA members welcome the Directive of Administrative Cooperation (DAC8) and are happy to establish a public position on the most recent amendment to extend the scope of existing rules to cover the exchange of information on crypto-assets across the EU. The lack of such guidance makes it difficult to detect non-compliant taxpayers and poses risks…

INATBA Launches Task Force to Drive the Future of Digital Credentials!

This initiative will address mutual support, privacy, self-sovereignty, and interoperability for digital credentials across borders providing a clear vision for the road ahead. BRUSSELS, BELGIUM — March 15, 2023 — The International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications (INATBA) is proud to announce the launch of a Task Force dedicated to Digital Credentials and their massive potential…

Open Letter for the preservation of the Electronic Ledger’s provisions in eIDAS 2

On February 9th 2023, the ITRE Committee adopted a version of the eIDAS 2 proposal that no longer contains Section 11 on Electronic Ledgers as a regulated trust service. The intended and necessary technological neutrality of the file seems to have been the rationale for the withdrawal of these essential provisions. This unfortunate withdrawal neglects…

Historic First Edition of INATBA Awards Honours Blockchain Excellence with Groundbreaking NFT Awards

Brussels, February 2, 2023 – The International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications (INATBA) turned heads at the recent INATBA Awards Gala, taking place on January 31, 2023, in the heart of Brussels. It honoured the Top Contributors, Special Awards recipients, and Most Exciting Projects of 2023. INATBA made history by presenting the awards using cutting-edge Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs),…

Vote For The Most Exciting Projects 2023 – INATBA AWARDS

INATBA Awards look to acknowledge and celebrate projects across the globe that are making a positive impact using blockchain/distributed ledger technologies. The Award for the Most Exciting Project of 2023 will be awarded in five categories: DeFi, ReFi, Social Innovation, Education and Corporate Innovation. Members of INATBA can vote for the winner in each category….

The Blockchain for the UN charter values and the SDGs action plan 100+ (BC100+) Initiative Press Release

BC100+ is a global initiative, under the High Patronage of H.E. Csaba Körösi, President of the 77th UN General Assembly, that aims to convene the blockchain ecosystem to the broader efforts of UN Agencies and global initiatives in support of the UN Charter values and the SDGs by mapping global Blockchain for Sustainability ecosystems. BC100+…

INATBA Welcomes the Financial Stability Board Recommendations on GSC and Crypto-Asset Activities and Markets

INATBA welcomes FSB's Recommendations on GSC and Crypto-asset Activities and Markets.

The Financial Stability Board proposal covers all necessary risks found within crypto-asset activities that should be addressed at the moment, but additional risks and operations exist that do not threaten financial stability. Crypto-asset activities that fit the “Same Activities, Same Risks, Same Rules” principle should be held to the same regulatory standards, but operations that…

INATBA Welcomes the General Approach Reached by the European Council on the Upcoming European Identity Framework and Wallet

Brussels, December 14th – The International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications (INATBA) welcomes the European Councils’ agreement on a shared position on the proposal for a Regulation amending Regulation (EU) No 910/2014 to establish a framework for a European Digital Identity (eIDAS). We are glad to see that the legislative process is moving forward now,…

INATBA is Delighted to Announce Our Six Vibrant Industry Work Groups’ Newly Elected Chairs

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We thank all members, particularly those who volunteered as candidates, to make a positive difference in the industry. Congratulations to the newly elected Chairs who are: Education WG: Chiara Ventura (Blockchain Italia) Wim Stalmans (The Blockchain Academy) Finance WG: Andrea Minto (LEXIA Avvocati) Dimitrios Psarrakis (XReg Consulting) Identity WG: Daniel Bachenheimer…

2021: Highlights from an Incredibly Productive Year at INATBA

By INATBA Executive Director, Marc Taverner As another year draws to a close, I want to take the time to showcase some of the work INATBA has accomplished with support from its incredible members over the past 12 months. It has been another year of uncertain times, but together we focused on digital ways of…

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.

MiCA & TOFR Concluded – Measuring INATBA’s Impact

Finally, the world’s most impactful regulation on crypto assets is a reality! Over the past two years, INATBA has been active on the Markets in Crypto Asset Regulation (MiCA). This was arguably the most important regulation that the Finance WG has worked on during that time, since it is the first international regulatory regime that shall…

INATBA Publishes Policy Notes on Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (Part 2 of 4)

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 6 Working Groups, each dedicated to a…

INATBA Publishes a Joint Report with the European Commission on Blockchain Standardisation

Find the report download form at the bottom of this page INATBA, the International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications, is committed to serving as a convener of critical conversations on global standards for blockchain and other DLT. Its Standards Committee, co-chaired by Ismael Arribas, Monique Bachner and Gilbert Verdian, works closely with global standards-setting bodies…

INATBA Publishes Policy Notes on Decentralised Finance (Part 1 of 4)

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 social-impact-wg-cochair@o.inatba.org to get involved.

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 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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Historic First Edition of INATBA Awards Honours Blockchain Excellence with Groundbreaking NFT Awards

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Blockchain & Metaverse: Why All the Hype? Event Follow-Up

INATBA hosted the first in a series of events on the topic of Metaverse, titled Blockchain & Metaverse: Why All the Hype?, exploring what opportunities as well as challenges and threats this new digital space brings. Attended by more than 120 representatives of the industry, public sector and the academia, the session was introduced by…

INATBA’s European Parliament Event Recap: Are Crypto-Assets Different? – Ensuring Proportionality and Technological Neutrality in the AML Standards of the EU

INATBA, alongside the leadership of the Vice President of the Parliament, MEP Eva Kaili, hosted a debate in the Parliament which focused on the Travel Rule Requirements, otherwise known as the TFOFR. The participants of this event included: Paul Tang, MEP, ECON Joana Neto, European Banking Authority Chris Brummer, Professor of Law, Georgetown University…

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.

Web 3.0 Utility and Skills for Success: INATBA Education Working Group releases Adapt and Flourish report

INATBA Elected Its New Board of Directors

INATBA’s Position on Directive of Administrative Cooperation (DAC8)

INATBA Launches Task Force to Drive the Future of Digital Credentials!

Open Letter for the preservation of the Electronic Ledger’s provisions in eIDAS 2

Historic First Edition of INATBA Awards Honours Blockchain Excellence with Groundbreaking NFT Awards

Vote For The Most Exciting Projects 2023 – INATBA AWARDS

The Blockchain for the UN charter values and the SDGs action plan 100+ (BC100+) Initiative Press Release

INATBA Welcomes the Financial Stability Board Recommendations on GSC and Crypto-Asset Activities and Markets

INATBA Welcomes the General Approach Reached by the European Council on the Upcoming European Identity Framework and Wallet