Event: Members Only: GBBC & Bank of England Closed-Door Roundtable

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GBBC will host a closed-door roundtable with the Bank of England, co-hosted by Paul Hastings LLP, on Wednesday September 9. The discussion will focus on the Bank’s draft Code of Practice for systemic stablecoin issuers, and will provide GBBC members with an opportunity to engage directly with the Bank on the detailed provisions of the draft Code and its practical implications for firms. Attendees will also be invited to share views on the recently published joint regulatory approach to systemic stablecoin issuers. Interested GBBC members can contact imogen@gbbc.io to register for in-person attendance.

Members Only: GBBC & Bank of England Closed-Door Roundtable

Event: GBBC Roundtable | Modernizing Health IT: Leveraging AI & Blockchain for Next-Generation Infrastructure

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On August 25 in Portland, Oregon, the U.S. Blockchain Coalition (USBC), a GBBC USA initiative, and the Technology Association of Oregon (TAO) will convene a closed-door roundtable exploring how artificial intelligence and blockchain can help modernize healthcare systems and next-generation IT infrastructure. Held under Chatham House Rule, the discussion will bring together regional leaders for candid dialogue on the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of health technology.
Founded in 2021, USBC works to advance blockchain adoption through education, policy engagement, and collaboration across the United States. TAO connects and supports Oregon's technology community through advocacy, education, and networking, fostering innovation across the region. Together, the organizations are creating a forum for meaningful cross-sector collaboration on one of healthcare's most important technology transitions.

GBBC Roundtable | Modernizing Health IT: Leveraging AI & Blockchain for Next-Generation Infrastructure

Event: CryptoWinter26

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The future of digital assets will be shaped by those willing to turn ideas into implementation. From August 25-27, CryptoWinter26 will bring together regulators, builders, investors, enterprises, and policymakers to advance a safer, smarter digital asset ecosystem across Aotearoa and the broader Asia-Pacific region.
Hosted by Blockchain Forum New Zealand and Tech New Zealand, the summit will feature discussions on tokenization, institutional adoption, stablecoins, CBDCs, AI, digital asset regulation, and enterprise implementation, alongside policy roundtables and technical masterclasses designed to move the industry from strategy to action. GBBC CEO Sandra Ro will be participating in the program, contributing to conversations on the future of blockchain and digital assets.
On August 28, Sandra will be taking part in an additional event in Queenstown, New Zealand, which will be a closed-door summit focused on policy.

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Event: Global SME Finance Forum

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Closing the global SME finance gap will take more than capital alone. From September 14-16, the Global SME Finance Forum 2026 will bring together policymakers, financiers, fintechs, and innovators to explore how stronger markets, fit-for-growth funding, and digital infrastructure can expand opportunity for small businesses worldwide.
Managed by the World Bank Group and organized with Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN), the Forum will center on the theme “Transforming Access Into Impact: Market, Capital, Technology.” GBBC CEO Sandra Ro will participate in the program, contributing to conversations on innovation and the future of inclusive finance.

Global SME Finance Forum

Event: Real-World Asset Summit

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Tokenization is moving deeper into institutional markets. From September 1-2, the Real-World Asset Summit Brooklyn 2026 returns to The William Vale, bringing together 350 senior leaders from across the tokenized asset ecosystem for two days of focused programming and curated networking.
The invite-only Summit will center on three forces shaping the industry’s next phase: institutional adoption, ecosystem infrastructure, and policy and regulation. GBBC’s Emily Parker, China and Japan Advisor, will participate in the program, joining industry leaders advancing the growing real-world asset and tokenization ecosystem.

Real-World Asset Summit

Event: AI 2030 Summit (New York)

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During the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), the AI 2030 Summit (New York) will bring global leaders from industry, government, academia, and civil society together on September 22 to explore how artificial intelligence can deliver meaningful impact while advancing responsibly.
Hosted by AI 2030 and FinTech4Good, the Summit will focus on Applied AI, Responsible AI, and Impact AI, spanning real-world applications, trustworthy deployment, and AI’s role in addressing societal and environmental challenges. GBBC is proud to serve as a Community Partner.

Event: C:\>DIR Global ‘Agentic Regulator’ Hackathon

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The C:\>DIR Global ‘Agentic Regulator’ Hackathon brings together regulators, AI researchers, financial institutions, FinTechs, and technology leaders to build agentic AI solutions for real-world regulatory and policy challenges.
Following a virtual build phase, top teams will advance to the finals in Cambridge on September 18, where their solutions will be evaluated by senior global regulators. GBBC is proud to serve as a Community Partner, supporting efforts to help public authorities keep pace with the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

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Event: GBBC Event at European Parliament

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Europe’s digital-asset landscape has evolved significantly, with the EU now moving from establishing the regulatory foundations to supporting responsible adoption and market growth. As blockchain, tokenisation and digital assets become increasingly integrated into the financial system and wider economy, Europe faces an opportunity to strengthen its position as a global hub for digital innovation.
The GBBC-hosted dialogue at the European Parliament will bring together policymakers and industry leaders to discuss the opportunities ahead for Europe’s digital-asset ecosystem and how the EU can support innovation, investment and competitiveness. The event is hosted under the patronage of MEP Borys Budka, Chair of the ITRE Committee.

GBBC Event at European Parliament

Event:  The 43rd Cambridge International Symposium on Economic Crime

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From the very beginning, the International Symposium on Economic Crime has brought together anyone who has a responsibility to prevent and inhibit economically-motivated crime to better understand the threats and to facilitate co-operation and collaboration in protecting all our economies and societies. The Cambridge symposium has, over the years, grown into a unique international platform that makes a real difference to the control of economically relevant crime and misconduct across the world. This year, GBBC will be in attendance.

 The 43rd Cambridge International Symposium on Economic Crime

Event: GBBC's Blockchain Central UNGA (2026)

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GBBC members, Ambassadors, and the broader community are invited to attend GBBC’s 9th Annual Blockchain Central UNGA, taking place at the offices of DLA Piper in New York City on Tuesday, September 22, alongside the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
As a Global Goals Week partner, Blockchain Central UNGA will bring together thought leaders and changemakers across blockchain, government, technology, and business to explore how blockchain-powered solutions can accelerate progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Register interest to attend in person or virtually here. Note: Space is limited, and completing the registration form does not guarantee in-person attendance. Guests must receive a confirmation email from GBBC to attend in person.


GBBC's Blockchain Central UNGA (2026)

GBBC's 9th Annual Blockchain Central UNGA

Event: Capital Pioneer Digital Assets Summit

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Capital markets are being rebuilt from the inside out. On September 21 in London, the Capital Pioneer Digital Assets Summit will bring together senior decision-makers across asset management, banking, market infrastructure, and technology to examine how blockchain, tokenization, and cybersecurity are reshaping the way capital is raised, distributed, and managed.
Across 32 sessions featuring 77 speakers, the Summit will explore how fund managers and banks are developing tokenized products, rethinking distribution strategies, strengthening digital infrastructure, and forming new partnerships to deliver greater efficiency, transparency, and access. GBBC is proud to serve as a Community Partner with Emma Joyce, Chief Revenue Officer, participating in the program. 

Capital Pioneer Digital Assets Summit

Event: Members Only: APPG on Digital Markets & Digital Money Evidence Session

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The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Digital Markets Digital Money will hold an in-person evidence session on "Crypto Asset Exchanges — Do They Have a Level Playing Field?," hosted by Lord Ranger of Northwood and Dan Aldridge MP. The session will take place at the House of Parliament on Thursday, September 10 at 4:30pm. This session will examine whether crypto asset exchanges in the UK operate on fair, consistent regulatory terms, and explore the implications for the UK as a global hub for digital finance.

Members Only: APPG on Digital Markets & Digital Money Evidence Session

Event: BGIN Block 15

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Ahead of the next policy cycle, BGIN Block 15 will bring regulators, industry operators, researchers, and standards contributors together in Washington, DC, from October 15-16 to advance practical governance for emerging blockchain infrastructure.
The hybrid program will focus on post-quantum cryptography migration, cybersecurity information sharing, wallet assurance, Security AI Agents, and the development of a common lexicon. GBBC will be participating as stakeholders work through draft guidance and deployable standards designed to strengthen security, interoperability, and coordination across the ecosystem.

Event: FinTechOn & AFA Summit 2026

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From September 2-3 in Taipei, the FinTechOn & AFA Summit 2026 will bring together regulators and industry leaders from across Asia to explore how artificial intelligence, blockchain, and global supply chains are converging to reshape digital finance and trade.
Across two main conference days, discussions will focus on stablecoin policy, cross-border payments, and AI-driven trade finance, alongside high-level networking and the AFA Awards held the evening before. On September 3, GBBC CEO Sandra Ro will deliver a keynote on digital money, tokenization, and cross-border trade.


Event: Avalanche Summit NYC

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Ava Labs' Avalanche Summit NYC is where the business and technology leaders driving the future of digital assets come together. Across keynotes, panels, and fireside chats, the Summit spotlights the enterprises, financial institutions, and investors who are turning blockchain infrastructure into real commercial outcomes. From embedded finance to institutional adoption, attendees will walk away with a focused understanding of what Avalanche is, what it is built for, and why it is emerging as the platform of choice for organizations building the next generation of financial products and consumer applications. GBBC members can receive 20% off passes with the code GBBC20.

Avalanche Summit NYC

Event: Open Eyes Economy Summit

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What does responsible economic growth look like in an increasingly interconnected world? From November 17-18, the Open Eyes Economy Summit 2026 will bring together leaders from business, government, academia, culture, and civil society to explore the relationship between two defining forces of modern society, business and democracy.
Centered on this year's theme, “Connecting the Dots,” the Summit will examine how collaboration across sectors can strengthen institutions, foster innovation, and shape more resilient economies. GBBC's Adrian Matak, Senior Policy Manager, will participate in the program, contributing to discussions on the role of emerging technologies in building a more connected and responsible future.

Open Eyes Economy Summit 

Event: MERGE Madrid 26

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From October 27–29, MERGE Madrid 2026 will bring together policymakers, financial institutions, investors, and Web3 leaders for three days of dialogue at the intersection of traditional finance and emerging technologies.
Beginning with the exclusive Institutional Summit at the historic Bolsa de Madrid before moving to the iconic Palacio de Cibeles for the main conference, MERGE aims to bridge builders and decision-makers through discussions on blockchain, digital assets, and the future of finance. With more than 200 speakers and over 3,000 attendees expected, the event continues to establish Madrid as a leading hub for Europe's digital economy.
GBBC is proud to be a Community Partner with Alfredo Oballos Diaz, EMEA Chief of Staff, participating in the program.

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Event: The Agentic AI for Leaders Summit

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Agentic AI is rapidly moving from experimentation to enterprise strategy, reshaping how organizations operate, make decisions, and manage risk. On September 17, The Agentic AI Leaders Summit will bring together business executives, policymakers, and technology leaders to explore what this next generation of AI means for UK enterprises. Hosted by City & Financial Global, the summit will feature keynote addresses, expert panels, and interactive sessions examining topics ranging from governance, regulation, and liability to real-world deployment, organizational readiness, and the future of leadership in an AI-enabled workforce. Designed for decision-makers, the program focuses on practical strategies for implementing agentic AI responsibly while delivering measurable business value. GBBC is proud to support the Summit, and members can receive 20% off registration using discount code AAI1GBBC.

The Agentic AI for Leaders Summit

Event: The 4th Annual AI Regulation Summit

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The era of waiting to see how AI regulation unfolds is over. On October 1, The 4th Annual AI Regulation Summit will bring together government ministers, regulators, legal experts, and industry leaders to examine what the next phase of AI governance means for businesses around the world. Hosted by City & Financial Global, the summit comes at a pivotal moment as major regulatory frameworks, including the EU AI Act, enter their enforcement phase. Through keynote addresses, expert panels, and interactive sessions, attendees will explore the latest developments in UK, EU, U.S., APAC, and Middle East AI policy, alongside emerging issues including sovereign AI, agentic AI, cybersecurity, data governance, and responsible innovation. GBBC is proud to support the Summit, and members can receive 20% off registration using discount code GA4GBBC.

The 4th Annual AI Regulation Summit

Event: 4th Annual Fintech Conference 2026

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On October 30, 2026, the Centrale Bank van Curaçao en Sint Maarten will host its 4th Annual Fintech Conference in Willemstad, Curaçao, bringing together regulators, financial institutions, and fintech leaders from across Curaçao, Sint Maarten, and the wider region.
This year’s program will focus on stablecoins, tokenization, and the future of trust, featuring keynote presentations, fireside chats, and panel discussions designed to connect global regulatory perspectives with real-world industry developments. GBBC CEO Sandra Ro will be participating in the conference, contributing to dialogue on trusted financial innovation.

4th Annual Fintech Conference 2026

Event: GBBC x Oliver Wyman Roundtable: Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF)

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Join GBBC and Oliver Wyman on 7th July in London, for a roundtable focused on GBBC's Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework.

The RMF is an industry-led initiative facilitated by GBBC and Oliver Wyman, developed in collaboration with leading financial institutions, market infrastructures, blockchain networks and risk specialists. The framework provides a structured approach to identifying, assessing and mitigating the non-financial risks associated with blockchain infrastructure and aims to support the safe and secure adoption of public blockchain networks within regulated financial markets.


 GBBC x Oliver Wyman Roundtable: Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF)

Event: Sibos Miami

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As artificial intelligence reshapes economies, financial institutions are being challenged to rethink how money, markets, and infrastructure connect across an increasingly digital world. From September 28 - October 1, Sibos will bring together leaders from banking, payments, technology, and policy in Miami to explore what comes next.
This year's theme, Digital Finance for AI-Driven Economies, will examine how innovation, interoperability, and resilience are redefining the global financial ecosystem. Through discussions spanning emerging technologies, financial inclusion, cybersecurity, and cross-border collaboration, Sibos aims to address the opportunities and challenges facing a rapidly evolving industry.
GBBC CEO Sandra Ro will be participating in the program, joining hundreds of experts and decision-makers helping shape the future of digital finance.

Event: GBBC London Roundtable breakfast with UK FCA

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On July 8th, GBBC will host a closed-door roundtable breakfast in London with the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). 
The discussion with the FCA will be focused on the issues now coming into view as the UK cryptoasset regime moves from consultation into implementation. Given the current stage of work, we consider there’s value in a practical discussion on the Handbook proposals for regulated cryptoasset activities, the application of the Consumer Duty, and the stablecoin issuance and custody framework, particularly where firms are now beginning to work through how the different parts of the regime will fit together in practice.
This opportunity is only open to GBBC members. For any questions, please reach out to Imogen@gbbc.io.

GBBC London Roundtable breakfast with UK FCA

GBBC London Roundtable Breakfast with UK FCA

Event: GBBC x Cardano Foundation Roundtable: Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework

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During GFTN’s Point Zero Forum 2026 in Zurich, GBBC and the Cardano Foundation will convene a curated roundtable on GBBC’s Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF), an industry-led initiative facilitated by GBBC and Oliver Wyman to support the secure adoption of public blockchain technologies by regulated financial institutions.
Now in Phase 2, the RMF addresses infrastructure and application-layer risks, including Layer-1 and Layer-2 networks, stablecoins, tokenized bank deposits, deposit tokens, and digital asset securities. The roundtable will be available in person and virtually, with in-person attendance subject to approval.

GBBC x Cardano Foundation Roundtable: Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework

Event: Securing Agentic AI in Finance

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Autonomous AI is moving from concept to market reality, bringing new urgency to the safeguards needed for trusted financial innovation. On June 24 in Zurich, Cardano Foundation and GLEIF will convene an evening roundtable on the responsible deployment of agentic AI in financial markets. GBBC’s EMEA Policy Advisor, Nilixa Devlukia, will be participating. Held under Chatham House Rules, the discussion will explore governance frameworks, accountability mechanisms, oversight models, and risk mitigation approaches that can support innovation while preserving financial stability. The program will conclude with networking drinks alongside members of the Swiss Fintech Week community.

Event: GFTN’s Point Zero Forum

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If the global financial system were redesigned today, what would it look like? GFTN’s Point Zero Forum brings that question to the table, convening central bankers, regulators, technologists, and industry leaders at a moment when finance, technology, and security are rapidly converging. The Forum explores a system in transition, where trust is rebuilt through code, compliance is embedded into architecture, and protocols begin to redefine how markets operate. GBBC CEO Sandra Ro will be speaking at the event, with GBBC returning as a Community Partner in shaping the dialogue around this next phase of global finance.

GFTN’s Point Zero Forum

Event: 2026 Future of Finance Conference

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The future of finance is not being predicted, it is currently being built. On June 16, the Future of Finance Conference, hosted by GBBC in partnership with Norton Rose Fulbright, will convene leaders across financial services, regulation, and the digital asset ecosystem for a day of forward-looking dialogue and practical insight.
As innovation accelerates and the lines between traditional finance and emerging technologies continue to blur, the conference will explore the shifts reshaping global markets, from stablecoins and tokenization to the growing role of artificial intelligence in financial crime prevention and AML frameworks.
Beginning with a networking lunch and followed by in-depth sessions, the program is designed to move beyond theory and into real-world implementation, bringing together policymakers, institutions, and innovators defining the next phase of global finance.

2026 Future of Finance Conference

Event: GBBC Virtual Roundtable with the Dubai Financial Services Association (DFSA)

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On June 2, GBBC will convene a virtual roundtable with the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), bringing together regulators, industry leaders, and ecosystem participants for focused discussion on the evolving digital asset landscape in the UAE and beyond.
The session will explore key developments shaping global regulatory approaches to blockchain and digital assets, while creating space for practical dialogue around innovation, compliance, and responsible market growth. GBBC’s Emma Joyce, Chief Revenue Officer, will help lead the discussion as stakeholders examine how international collaboration can support the next phase of digital finance adoption. Contact imogen@gbbc.io to learn more.

GBBC Virtual Roundtable with the Dubai Financial Services Association (DFSA)

Event: Chicago AI Week

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AI is no longer a future trend, it is becoming the operating layer for nearly every industry. From June 25-26, Chicago AI Week 2026 will bring together leaders from business, government, academia, and technology for two days focused on the real-world impact of artificial intelligence.
Hosted by AI 2030 and FinTech4Good in partnership with 1871, the event will explore the next phase of applied, responsible, and impact-driven AI through industry sessions, networking events, and cross-sector dialogue. Building on the momentum of previous editions that welcomed more than 1,000 attendees and 300 speakers, this year’s program aims to further position Chicago as a growing hub for AI innovation and collaboration.
GBBC USA is proud to serve as a community partner.

Chicago AI Week

Event: GBBC USA's Blockchain Central on Compliance. Risk. Security.

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In a landscape where threats evolve faster than the systems designed to stop them, the question is no longer if digital infrastructure will be tested, but how it will respond. This June in Washington, DC, GBBC USA will convene Blockchain Central on Compliance. Risk. Security., a gathering focused on moving from vulnerability to resilience.
Designed for leaders operating at the intersection of finance, policy, and technology, the program will explore how compliance, risk, and security are being redefined in real time, while spanning topics such as RegTech, AML/KYC, capital markets risk frameworks, cybersecurity, and quantum-era considerations.
This is where implementation takes center stage, and where the next phase of secure, scalable digital infrastructure begins to take shape.
Dates are currently being finalized, with the event expected to take place between June 9-11, 2026.

GBBC USA's Blockchain Central on Compliance. Risk. Security.

GBBC USA's Blockchain Central on Risk. Compliance. Security.

Event: Elliptic’s ARC26: The Assembly for Responsible Crypto

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What does responsible growth in crypto actually look like? From May 19-21 in Cape Cod, ARC26: The Assembly for Responsible Crypto brings together leaders across digital assets, compliance, and risk innovation for a series of candid, off-the-record conversations on the future of the industry. Hosted by Elliptic, the invite-only gathering will explore how trust, transparency, and technology are beginning to converge across areas like AI-driven compliance, digital resilience, and tokenized financial infrastructure. Through working sessions and closed-door dialogue, ARC26 aims to move beyond headlines and into the practical realities shaping the next chapter of responsible digital asset adoption. GBBC’s Amina Turgulova, Global Regulatory & Policy Director, will be participating in the event.
Because the future of crypto will not just be defined by innovation, but by how responsibly it scales.


Elliptic’s ARC26: The Assembly for Responsible Crypto

Event: Money 20/20 Europe

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From June 2-4, Money20/20 Europe brings together the leaders shaping the future of fintech, payments, and digital finance. Known as one of the industry’s most influential gatherings, the event convenes innovators, policymakers, and institutions driving real change across global financial systems.
GBBC’s Nilixa Devlukia, EMEA Policy Advisor, will be participating in the program, contributing to conversations at the intersection of technology, regulation, and financial innovation.

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Event: Momentum AI London 2026

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From June 29-30, Momentum AI London brings together the leaders moving past the hype and into execution. This invitation-only forum convenes 300 vetted CIOs, CTOs, and AI decision-makers for two days of candid, closed-door discussions on what is actually working, and what is not.
Through roundtables, hands-on labs, and real-world case studies, the program is designed around a clear path to enterprise AI mastery, from aligning leadership and governance to scaling adoption and delivering measurable ROI. GBBC is proud to serve as a community partner with Emma Joyce, Chief Revenue Officer, speaking at the event, contributing to conversations shaping the next phase of enterprise AI.

Momentum AI London 2026

Event: Global Digital Asset Forum Vienna 2026

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From May 18-22, Global Digital Asset Forum Vienna will bring together policymakers, financial institutions, entrepreneurs, and innovators for five days of conversations shaping the future of digital finance.
Embedded within ViennaUP, the largest startup festival in Central and Eastern Europe, the forum positions the city at the center of the global dialogue on digital assets, stablecoins, and tokenization, with a clear ambition to connect traditional finance, the real economy, and the crypto ecosystem in one integrated platform.
On May 21, GBBC’s Adrian Matak, Senior Policy Manager, will deliver a keynote during International Blockchain Day, contributing to discussions driving the next phase of adoption. GBBC is proud to serve as a community partner as well, with complimentary registration available for our members.

Global Digital Asset Forum Vienna 2026

Event: VI3NNA Congress 2026

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On May 19-20, VI3NNA Congress 2026 will convene policymakers, financial institutions, and innovators in Vienna for an invite-only gathering focused on the next phase of digital asset adoption in Europe.
GBBC’s Adrian Matak, Senior Policy Manager, will participate in the program, contributing to a strategic debate on European digital asset innovation zones and the evolving regulatory landscape shaping adoption across the region. GBBC is proud to serve as a community partner for the event, which aims to advance practical dialogue around the future of Web3 and digital finance.

VI3NNA Congress 2026

Event: City Week

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City Week will return to London for its 16th annual edition, convening more than 1,000 senior decision-makers from across the global financial services industry. Organized in partnership with the UK Government, the City of London Corporation, TheCityUK, and UK Finance, the conference brings together leaders from finance, policy, and regulation to examine the forces reshaping international markets.
GBBC’s Emma Joyce, Chief Revenue Officer, will be participating in the program. Across two days of curated sessions, City Week will explore how geopolitical and macroeconomic shifts, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies, such as blockchain and digital assets, are transforming financial institutions and global capital markets. With more than 100 speakers and a global audience, the event continues to serve as a premier forum for dialogue on innovation, regulation, and the future of international finance.

City Week

Event: GBBC London Reception at the UK Parliament

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Some conversations don’t happen on stage, they happen behind closed doors, where policy, markets, and strategy quietly take shape. GBBC and Paul Hastings will host an invitation-only reception at the UK Parliament, bringing together parliamentarians and industry leaders for an evening of candid dialogue on the future of digital markets and money.
Held under the patronage of Lord Kulveer Ranger and Lauren Edwards, MP, the reception reflects GBBC’s role as the official partner to the APPG on Digital Markets and Digital Money, a forum at the center of conversations shaping the UK’s approach to digital finance. From stablecoins, tokenized deposits, CBDCs and the broader payments landscape, the evening offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with those defining the next phase of financial policy.

GBBC London Reception at the UK Parliament

Event: GBBC Roundtable: Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework (Miami, FL)

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Hosted by GBBC alongside Oliver Wyman, this closed-door roundtable will bring together regulators, core RMF observers, and Risk Assessment Partners (RAPs) for a focused discussion on the next phase of the RMF. The session will explore L1 and L2 risks, alignment with evolving regulatory standards, and practical considerations for implementation as institutions move toward broader adoption of blockchain infrastructure in capital markets.

GBBC Roundtable: Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework (Miami, FL)

Event: Bermuda Digital Finance Forum 2026

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Some ideas are discussed, others are tested in the real world. From May 11–14, the Bermuda Digital Finance Forum returns, a gathering designed not just to explore the future of digital finance, but to actively shape it.
Set against one of the most forward-looking regulatory environments in the world, the Forum brings together asset allocators, innovators, and policymakers for hands-on activations, focused roundtables, and high-impact conversations across digital asset management, payments, tokenization, and emerging infrastructure. Hosted by SALT and Penrose Partners, in partnership with Coinbase and Circle, the event continues to push the boundaries of what implementation looks like in practice.
GBBC’s Michelle O’Connor, Global Marketing & Communications Strategist, will be participating in the program, joining a global community driving the next phase of adoption.

Event: GBBC x VerifyVASP: Regulatory Roundtable (Singapore)

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GBBC and VerifyVASP will convene a closed-door roundtable in Singapore, bringing together regulators and industry participants for a focused discussion on compliance, security, and implementation. The session will explore key themes shaping global regulatory approaches, including insights tied to the Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework and the evolving path toward practical, secure adoption.

GBBC x VerifyVASP: Regulatory Roundtable (Singapore)

GBBC x VerifyVASP: APAC Compliance and Capital Markets RMF Roundtable (Singapore)

Event: PROTECT Initiative Roundtable

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As digital finance expands, so do the risks that come with it. On April 14, a select group of leaders will come together for the PROTECT Initiative Roundtable, an invite-only discussion focused on tackling fraud and scams through a financial inclusion lens.
Co-hosted by IDB Lab, the Center for Financial Inclusion (CFI), and Alliance for Innovative Regulation (AIR), the roundtable will bring together voices from across policy, industry, and research to examine where gaps remain, and how coordinated action can better protect vulnerable consumers. GBBC’s Diana Oreto (Barrero Zalles), Head of GSMI and Research, will be participating in the discussion, contributing to dialogue spanning data, private sector practices, and regulatory responses.

Event: YPO Social Impact Network Roundtable

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Building on momentum from the inaugural convening at the United Nations in October 2025, the YPO Social Impact Network Roundtable returns to New York this May to move from vision to execution. What began as a high-level blueprint for sovereign, sustainable development, centered on digital identity, data sovereignty, and financial inclusion, now enters its next phase of implementation. This upcoming session is designed as a hands-on, action-oriented forum where leaders from across business, government, and civil society will collaborate to pressure-test real initiatives, identify barriers, and shape tangible, investable next steps. As conversations shift toward measurable impact, GBBC CEO Sandra Ro will join the dialogue, contributing to discussions at the intersection of digital infrastructure and economic empowerment.

Event: GBBC Roundtable: Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework (New York, NY)

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Hosted by GBBC alongside the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), this closed-door roundtable will bring together regulators, core RMF observers, and Risk Assessment Partners (RAPs) for a focused discussion on the next phase of the RMF. The session will explore L1 and L2 risks, alignment with evolving regulatory standards, and practical considerations for implementation as institutions move toward broader adoption of blockchain infrastructure in capital markets.

GBBC Roundtable: Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework (New York, NY)

Event: GBBC Roundtable: Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework (Washington, DC)

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GBBC will convene core RMF observers and Risk Assessment Partners (RAPs) for a closed-door roundtable with regulators to explore the next phase of the RMF. The discussion will focus on L1 and L2 risks, practical mitigation approaches, and the growing need for shared standards and global alignment to support secure, scalable adoption of blockchain infrastructure in capital markets.

GBBC Roundtable: Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework (Washington, DC)

Event: Fireside Chat with Global Blockchain Business Council and FIS

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On April 15 in Singapore, FIS and ASIFMA will host a fireside chat with GBBC CEO Sandra Ro, bringing together industry leaders for an evening of conversation on the evolving role of blockchain in global capital markets. Joined by Jon Hodges, Head of Capital Markets APAC at FIS, the discussion will explore adoption trends across Asia and beyond, followed by networking drinks and continued dialogue.

Fireside Chat with Global Blockchain Business Council and FIS

Event: DeCenter Workshop: New Applications for Blockchain in Energy and Environment

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What if the same technologies reshaping finance could help rewire how we produce, distribute, and manage energy? On April 29, Princeton University will host a DeCenter Workshop exploring how blockchain is emerging as a new coordination layer for some of the world’s most complex systems, from power grids to climate infrastructure.
This convening will unite researchers, technologists, and industry practitioners, the workshop will examine everything from decentralized energy markets and renewable infrastructure to data centers, environmental sensing, and peer-to-peer resilience models. GBBC’s Diana Oreto (Barrero Zalles), Head of GSMI and Research, will be participating in the discussions, contributing to conversations at the intersection of blockchain, sustainability, and real-world implementation.
The future of energy may not just be cleaner, it may be coordinated differently.

DeCenter Workshop: New Applications for Blockchain in Energy and Environment

Event: CSIS: The Next Generation of Global Infrastructure Partnerships

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Infrastructure is not just about what gets built, it is about who builds it, how it is financed, and what it enables. On April 13, the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) will convene a roundtable exploring how the U.S. and its allies can better mobilize capital, coordinate strategy, and shape the future of global infrastructure.
From ports, railways, subsea cables, and digital systems, the conversation will span the physical and digital foundations of the global economy, and the role of public-private collaboration in securing them. GBBC’s Amina Turgulova, Global Regulatory & Policy Director, will be participating in the discussion, contributing to dialogue at the intersection of policy, investment, and emerging technologies.
The infrastructure of tomorrow is not just engineered, it is negotiated, financed, and aligned.

CSIS: The Next Generation of Global Infrastructure Partnerships

Event: ISO/TC 307 Plenary: Saint-Denis (France)

GBBC Speaking Engagement - AIR Roundtable DC (5)

On June 15–16, 2026, the ISO Technical Committee 307 (ISO/TC 307) Plenary will convene in Saint-Denis, France, bringing together global experts to advance the standardization of blockchain and distributed ledger technologies. GBBC will be participating in the sessions, contributing to discussions on international standards and their role in enabling secure, interoperable, and scalable digital infrastructure.

ISO/TC 307 Plenary: Saint-Denis (France)

Event: NIST: Workshop on Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies

NIST Workshop on Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies

What does it actually take to make blockchain systems secure, interoperable, and ready for real-world deployment? On April 16, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) will bring that question to the forefront through convening technical experts, policymakers, and industry practitioners for a deep dive into the architecture of digital infrastructure.
This is not a high-level conversation, it is where implementation meets reality. From cybersecurity risks, interoperability gaps, to the role of standards in shaping next-generation systems, this workshop will focus on the technical challenges emerging across live DLT deployments. GBBC’s Diana Oreto (Barrero Zalles), Head of GSMI and Research, will be participating in the discussions, contributing to ongoing dialogue at the intersection of standards, security, and innovation.
As blockchain continues to move from concept to infrastructure, the conversations happening here will help define how it is built, as well as how it scales.

NIST: Workshop on Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies

Event: HederaCon

HederaCon

On May 4, HederaCon will take place in Miami Beach at the Faena Forum, convening enterprises, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the Hedera ecosystem for a day of collaboration and connection. Positioned between the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix and Consensus 2026, the event offers a unique setting for cross-sector engagement.
GBBC CEO Sandra Ro will be participating, discussions will explore trust infrastructure and real-world innovation across topics including tokenization, interoperability, AI and Web3 convergence, stablecoins and compliance, and evolving frameworks.

Event: Wealth Management Summit Asia

FT Live x PWM Asia Wealth Summit Pic

On April 15-16, 2026, the Wealth Management Summit Asia will take place in Singapore, convened by FT Live and Professional Wealth Management (PWM). Now in its fourth year, the Summit unites private banks, family offices, and wealth managers from across the region for two days of high-level dialogue. GBBC CEO Sandra Ro will take part in the program, which features panel discussions and interactive masterclasses examining investment strategies amid geopolitical realignment and product development approaches during a period of unprecedented wealth creation in Asia.

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