News: GBBC Response to FCA Consultation Paper CP25/25 (Part II)

GBBC Response to FCA Consultation Paper CP25/25 (Part II)

GBBC has submitted its response to the FCA’s CP25/25 (Part II), covering high-level standards, governance, operational resilience, outsourcing, and financial-crime requirements for cryptoasset firms entering the FSMA regime.
Our response supports the FCA’s direction of embedding crypto within existing financial-services standards, while highlighting the need for clear mapping guidance, proportionate calibration, and international coherence (particularly with MiCA and DORA).
Key points include:
• Clear mapping of DIB requirements to crypto activities
• Interpretive guidance for applying PRIN, COND, and SYSC to decentralised systems
• Proportionate expectations for emerging or small firms
• Strong backing for the FCA’s stance on permissionless DLT
• Crypto-specific guidance on financial-crime typologies and Travel Rule obligations
GBBC remains committed to supporting a clear, coherent, and internationally competitive UK framework for digital assets.

News: GBBC Response to the ICO Consultation on Distributed-Ledger Technologies and Data Protection

GBBC Response to the ICO Consultation on Distributed-Ledger Technologies and Data Protection

The Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) has submitted its response to the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) consultation on how data-protection law applies to distributed-ledger technologies.
GBBC welcomes the ICO’s pragmatic approach and its recognition that privacy safeguards must be built into system design. However, the response cautions that technical fixes such as off-chain storage or “hashing-out” risk re-centralising control, undermining the decentralisation that makes DLT transformative.
GBBC calls for role-based accountability, clearer guidance on demonstrating “data beyond use” without over-centralising custody, and illustrative case studies to translate principles into practice.
The UK has the opportunity to lead in proving that privacy and decentralisation can coexist — and GBBC stands ready to support the ICO in shaping that future.

News: GBBC CEO Sandra Ro Speaks with Boys Club (SmartCon 2025)

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During Chainlink’s SmartCon 2025, Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) CEO Sandra Ro had the opportunity to speak with Boys Club’s Natasha Hoskins, highlighting how blockchain can be used to improve food supply chains.  
Blockchain can provide a verifiable record of each step in the food supply chain, enabling traceability from farm to table. BITA Standards Council (BITA), GBBC's global transportation and commerce initiative, works to define and grow open-source supply chain standards. Learn more about BITA here.
Watch Sandra's interview with Natasha here.


GBBC CEO Sandra Ro Speaks with Boys Club (SmartCon 2025)

News: New Release: International Journal of Blockchain Law (IJBL) - Volume XIII

International Journal of Blockchain Law (IJBL): Volume XIII

International Journal of Blockchain Law (IJBL) - Volume XIII

News: ISO/TC 307 Approves GBBC as Category A Liaison, Contributing to Standardization Across Blockchain and Digital Assets Industry

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Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC), the largest leading non-profit association for the blockchain, digital assets, and digital technology community, has announced we have been approved for Category A Liaison status under the ISO - International Organization for Standardization’s Technical Committee 307 (ISO/TC 307) for blockchain and distributed ledger technologies (DLT). 

ISO brings global experts together to agree on the best way of doing things – for anything from making a product to managing a process. ISO is an independent, non-governmental organization made up of members from the national standards bodies of 175 countries with 26,000+ International Standards and other deliverables covering almost all aspects of technology, management and manufacturing. 
Read the press release here.

A huge thank you to the ISO/TC 307 Technical Committee, InterNational Committee for Information Technology Standards (INCITS), and Caroline Thomas, as well as John Greaves, Jentezen Dales, Scott Farrell, Monja Korter, Suba Ananth, Amy Howie, Lynn Barra, and Daniel Conway, for supporting GBBC and our community’s technical standards work. 

GBBC is grateful for the opportunity to help guide the development of blockchain and digital assets standards. 


ISO/TC 307 Approves GBBC as Category A Liaison, Contributing to Standardization Across Blockchain and Digital Assets Industry

Video: FutureTech Forum 2025: GBBC's Diana Barrero Zalles Delivers Remarks

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On October 17, GBBC USA's Diana Barrero Zalles joined USBC's Georgia Representative, Tony Erwin, and Future Technology Association of Georgia for their inaugural FutureTech Forum in Atlanta. 

Georgia’s broader startup ecosystem, home to many accelerators and incubators, is a buzzing center for tech innovation. In her remarks, Diana examined the massive transition that our financial system is undergoing and emphasized how public-private collaboration is essential to continue driving responsible innovation across the state and beyond. 

FutureTech Forum 2025: GBBC's Diana Barrero Zalles Delivers Remarks

Video: New Hampshire House of Representatives Stable Token Study Commission: GBBC's Diana Barrero Zalles Presents

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On October 15, GBBC USA virtually joined the New Hampshire House of Representatives Stable Token Study Commission, led by Rep. Keith Ammon, to contribute to discussions shaping the state’s approach to blockchain and digital asset policy. Diana Barrero Zalles, GBBC’s Head of GSMI and Research, provided a global overview of the stable token and tokenized real-world asset (RWA) landscape, highlighting major regulatory developments across key jurisdictions and how U.S. states can remain competitive in the evolving digital economy. 

New Hampshire House of Representatives Stable Token Study Commission: GBBC's Diana Barrero Zalles Presents

News: Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF)

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As the adoption of blockchain infrastructure grows wider, there remains a notable gap in recognized risk-management frameworks and corresponding regulatory acceptance, particularly within financial institutions.

We are pleased to introduce the Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF), an industry-led effort facilitated by GBBC and Oliver Wyman, to give financial institutions guidelines to analyze and control the non-financial risks that arise when they use public blockchain infrastructure. 
A cross-sector working group—comprising financial-market infrastructures, global systemically important banks, multilateral development banks, and leading Layer-1 protocol teams—has collaborated to provide a common reference rooted in their practical experience of managing risks in blockchain implementations and to provide an overview of how the new technology can be incorporated into established risk-management frameworks.

Access the RMF.
Have questions? Read the FAQs.

Phase 1 of the RMF includes: Ava Labs, Cardano Foundation, Clearstream, Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC), Euroclear Group, Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC), Hedera Foundation, Oliver Wyman, and Ripple, with The World Bank as an observer. In addition to GBBC and Oliver Wyman, Phase 2 will include Chainlink Foundation and Canton Foundation, with additional organizations to be confirmed. If you would like to participate in Phase 2 and/or Phase 3, please reach out to rmf@gbbcouncil.org.

The RMF is being published as a draft based on input from participating institutions. Comments from financial industry stakeholders and regulators are encouraged to inform and refine future phases of this initiative. Please complete this form by Friday, October 3rd to share feedback and ask questions.


GBBC and Oliver Wyman Release Industry-Led Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF)

Capital Markets Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF) for Regulated Financial Institutions

News: GBBC Response to FCA CP25/25 – Discussion Chapters: Consumer Duty, Conduct of Business, Product Governance, and Access to Redress

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GBBC has submitted its response to the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) Consultation Paper CP25/25, covering the Discussion Chapters (6 and 7).
This section of the consultation sets out how existing FCA Handbook frameworks — including the Consumer Duty, Conduct of Business (COBS), and Product Governance (PROD) — could apply to newly regulated cryptoasset activities.
Our response recognizes the FCA’s efforts to integrate cryptoassets into the mainstream regulatory perimeter in a way that ensures consistent consumer protection while maintaining proportionality for innovative firms.
Key themes in our response include:
Support for applying the Consumer Duty in full, with proportionate sector-specific guidance.
Agreement that PROD should not  apply directly to cryptoassets given the absence of traditional issuer–distributor structures.
Endorsement of the FCA’s proposal to disapply Distance Marketing (COBS 5) and rely on Consumer Duty outcomes instead.
Recognition that financial promotions for UK-authorized stablecoins should be de-frictioned, while ensuring transparent risk warnings for non-UK-issued coins.
Support for converting the 12 appropriateness-test matters from guidance to rule, with calls for clarity on practical implementation and proportionality.
Emphasis on ensuring FOS readiness and definitional consistency across FCA, HM Treasury, and Law Commission frameworks to avoid regulatory friction.

GBBC welcomes the FCA’s principles-based approach and its commitment to proportionate, outcomes-focused regulation. We stand ready to assist the FCA in refining guidance for implementation.


GBBC Response to FCA CP25/25 – Discussion Chapters: Consumer Duty, Conduct of Business, Product Governance, and Access to Redress

News: Advancing Digital Asset Policy and Adoption: GBBC CEO Sandra Ro’s Korea Recap

Sandra Ro Speaking in Korea

GBBC CEO Sandra Ro recently traveled to Korea to take part in a series of high-profile events convening policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators shaping the future of digital assets. Across four major conferences and seminars, Sandra highlighted GBBC’s leadership in advancing responsible digital finance, policy coordination, and institutional adoption.  
At the Upbit D Conference (UDC) 2025, Sandra joined closed-door and public sessions on U.S. digital asset regulation and international policy coordination, alongside speakers from the European Commission, Asset Reality, VerifyVASP, and the Responsible Fintech Institute.  
During the AMCHAM Blockchain Seminar 2025, Sandra delivered a keynote presentation on GBBC’s Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF) for institutional digital assets and joined a panel with leaders from Moody’s Ratings, Paxos Labs, and Dunamu to discuss building a trusted digital finance ecosystem.  
At the TokenPost Onchain Symposium 2025, Sandra participated in a discussion on institutional adoption and tokenized ETFs with representatives from Kaiko, Binance, and Layer3, emphasizing the future of blockchain-enabled finance.  
Finally, at EastPoint Seoul, Sandra contributed to three sessions on regulatory frameworks, smart regulation, and public sector perspectives on stablecoin development, joining voices from HASHED, Wyoming Stable Token Commission, Circle, DAXA, Dragonfly, Coinbase, Seoul National University, and the National Assembly of Korea.  
During her time in Korea, Sandra was featured in multiple leading outlets covering digital assets and finance. Below is a curated list of press mentions from her trip.  
Media Highlights:  
Sandra Ro shares U.S. regulatory insights at UDC 2025 panel in Seoul 
TokenPost Coverage of Sandra Ro's US Regulatory Panel at UDC 2025 
TokenPost Coverage of Sandra Ro's Global Regulatory Panel at UDC 2025 
Sandra Ro: current period could be seen as a "golden age" for digital assets in the U.S. (UDC 2025) 
Sandra Ro introduces the work of GBBC and the Capital Markets Standards Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF) at AMCHAM Blockchain Seminar 2025 (Herald Business) 
Sandra Ro joins AMCHAM Blockchain Seminar panel on regulation, stablecoins, and institutional adoption 
Sandra Ro and GBBC Members Speak on Institutional Adoption at Onchain Symposium 2025 
Onchain Symposium 2025 video recap highlights stablecoins, tokenized ETFs, and Korea’s role in on-chain finance 
Sandra Ro joins EastPoint Seoul panel, with stablecoin legislation sponsor Rep. Ahn Do-geol, on smart regulation for digital assets 
Sandra Ro discusses the critical role of regulation and global coordination at EastPoint Seoul 
Sandra Ro’s full panel at Onchain Syposium 
Bonus: Sandra Ro reflects on blockchain policy, market cycles, and GBBC’s global mission in TokenPost interview at Global Blockchain Policy Conference 2018  
GBBC continues to play a central role in bridging policy, technology, and finance across global markets, with Sandra’s Korea trip highlighting the importance of international collaboration in advancing responsible blockchain adoption.  


Advancing Digital Asset Policy and Adoption: GBBC CEO Sandra Ro’s Korea Recap

News: InterWork Alliance (IWA) Releases dMRV Framework Version 3.0 for Public Comment

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The InterWork Alliance (IWA), an initiative of GBBC, has released the draft Version 3.0 of the Digital Measurement, Reporting & Verification (dMRV) Framework for public comment. 
This updated framework bolsters the foundations of global environmental markets through establishing MRV Extension Sets – reusable digital modules for methodologies that reduce duplication, promote consistency, and enable interoperability across projects.  
By standardizing roles, processes, and data models, the dMRV Framework enables:  
🔹 Faster, more efficient creation of verifiable digital claims  
🔹 Greater transparency & traceability through cryptographically-linked audit trails  
🔹 Reusable methodology modules for both nature-based & technology-based projects  
Together, these improvements help secure credibility, integrity, and trust in the origination process of next generation digital environmental assets.  
Explore the draft dMRV Version 3.0 here.
View the executive summary here.
If you have feedback you would like to provide on the framework, please email comments to iwa@gbbcouncil.org by October 24. 


InterWork Alliance (IWA) Releases dMRV Framework Version 3.0 for Public Comment

News: GBBC Community Releases 101 Real-World Blockchain Use Cases Handbook

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GBBC and our community are delighted to release GBBC’s 101 Real-World Blockchain Use Cases Handbook, 2025 Edition! 

This Handbook is a valuable reference guide for government agencies, regulators, and central banks worldwide, providing an educational resource to deepen their understanding of blockchain and digital assets. It highlights practical solutions, moving beyond the hype to showcase real-world use cases that are driving meaningful impact across industries, jurisdictions, and organizations. 

A huge thank you to our community for the incredible work you have been doing and for taking the time to share your use cases with the industry. Your contributions make this resource possible. 

GBBC’s 101 Real-World Blockchain Use Cases Handbook is certified using SureMark Digital’s blockchain-based registry to authenticate content. SureMark Digital is an authentication and content verification platform, leveraging the pioneering work of Stuart Haber and W. Scott Stornetta, co-inventors of early blockchain technology, to combat misinformation, certify digital documents, and protect against deepfakes. 
Access the Handbook here.


101 Real-World Blockchain Use Cases Handbook

GBBC Community Releases 101 Real-World Blockchain Use Cases Handbook

News: GBBC Submits Response to UK Law Commission's Consultation  – Digital Assets & Electronic Trade Documents in Private International Law

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GBBC, with input from its members, has submitted its response to the Law Commission’s consultation on private international law aspects of digital assets and electronic trade documents (ETDs).

We commend the Law Commission for its continued leadership in shaping the legal foundations for digital assets and distributed ledger technology. This consultation marks an important step in ensuring that English law remains predictable, enforceable, and internationally competitive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

Key themes in our response include:
Focusing reforms on genuinely decentralized systems that raise unique “omniterritoriality” challenges
Anchoring disclosure powers to a clear UK nexus to enhance enforceability across borders
Endorsing “effective control” as a practical jurisdictional anchor, supported by clear evidential standards
Preserving structured multilateral conflict rules to provide consistency and predictability for market participants
Encouraging light-touch differentiation between permissioned/operator-led systems, tokenized traditional assets, and decentralized tokens
Drawing on GBBC-led standards (GSMI; CFTC GMAC taxonomy) as practical evidential tools to support courts and practitioners

GBBC thanks the Law Commission for its thoughtful and inclusive approach. We stand ready to support the development of guidance that safeguards legal certainty while enabling responsible innovation in digital assets and ETDs.
Read the response here.


GBBC Submits Response to UK Law Commission's Consultation  – Digital Assets & Electronic Trade Documents in Private International Law

News: GBBC USA Joins Maryland Task Force on Blockchain & Innovative Tech

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GBBC USA is delighted to join the newly launched Maryland Task Force on Blockchain & Innovative Technology. 

Formed through a partnership between the Maryland Tech Council and the Maryland Blockchain Association, the Task Force unites industry innovators, government leaders, and academics to further progress blockchain, Web3, and emerging tech throughout Maryland. Over the months ahead, the Task Force will cultivate policy recommendations, pilot initiatives, and partnerships directed at integrating digital assets and decentralized systems into Maryland’s economic development strategies. 

Read the announcement here.

GBBC USA Joins Maryland Task Force on Blockchain & Innovative Tech

News: Joint Trades Publish DLT in Capital Markets Report

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A coalition of leading global financial trade associations, including GBBC, have issued a letter to the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) in regards to the Cryptoasset Exposures Standard (SCO60), and published the report "The Impact of DLT in Capital Markets: Ready for Adoption, Time to Act." The report examines how tokenization and distributed ledger technology (DLT) are transforming securities issuance, collateral management, and fund operations, with live use cases already showcasing efficiency gains, enhanced transparency, and improved risk management. 

GBBC, alongside the joint trades collaborators, emphasize six priorities for ecosystem development, from advancing high potential asset classes and establishing interoperability to cultivating public-private partnerships. These efforts unite to help modernize financial infrastructure and support long-term economic growth.

Joint Trades Publish DLT in Capital Markets Report

News: Applications Now Open for GSMI Review Committee

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Applications are now open for GBBC's Global Standards Mapping Initiative (GSMI) 6.0 Review Committee. 

We rely on our global community to share expertise and feedback that will support the future of blockchain and digital asset standards. The Review Committee plays a key role in progressing GSMI’s mission to provide the most comprehensive, publicly available data on blockchain regulation, technical standards, and industry trends around the globe. 

Express interest in joining by applying today.

Applications Now Open for GSMI Review Committee

News: GBBC CRO Emma Joyce's Interview with The Digital Economist (2024)

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During Paris Blockchain Week 2024, GBBC's Chief Revenue Officer, Emma Joyce, provided her optimistic outlook for the future of the blockchain industry as part of The Digital Economist’s Industry Outlook: Blockchain & Digital Assets 2025 – 26 report.  

Emma noted that the industry is “cautiously optimistic” for 2024 after a formidable year in 2023, motivated by “increased dialogue with regulators” and “a push for regulatory clarity across jurisdictions.” She highlighted milestones, including the first U.S. digital assets taxonomy approved by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and Europe’s progress with MiCA as signs of upward trajectory.  

She emphasized that balancing innovation with consumer protection remains a crucial area, one that demands “cross-jurisdictional collaboration” to bolster security and regulatory frameworks. Additionally, Emma pointed out that institutional adoption is growing, with large financial institutions “increasingly exploring blockchain projects despite recent challenges.” 
To find out more, read the full discussion here.


GBBC CRO Emma Joyce's Interview with The Digital Economist (2024)

News: GBBC CRO Emma Joyce Joined ADGMA Research Centre & Fintech Tuesdays Webinar Series

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In the second installment of the ADGMA Research Centre and Fintech Tuesdays Webinar Series, industry leaders from Zodia Custody, Swift, GBBC, and Omla convened to explore the evolving landscape of digital asset custody. The session, titled “Securing Digital Assets: Custody, Regulation & the Path to Global Standards,” focused on building secure, compliant, and globally harmonized custody solutions to support the growing role of digital assets in global finance.
Recently, the webinar summary was released, outlining that "Emma Joyce, speaking on behalf of Global Blockchain Business Council, reframed the discussion around the evolution of custody itself. In the Web3 world, custody no longer refers only to the safekeeping of cryptocurrencies or tokenised assets. It now encompasses governance rights, access permissions, and even digital identity."
Read the full summary here.


GBBC CRO Emma Joyce Joined ADGMA Research Centre & Fintech Tuesdays Webinar Series

News: GBBC Submits Response to UK FCA CP25/15 – Prudential Regime for Cryptoasset Firms

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GBBC has submitted its response to the FCA’s CP25/15 Consultation Paper, which sets out the proposed prudential requirements for cryptoasset custodians and stablecoin issuers authorised under FSMA.
We support the FCA’s objective of ensuring a robust, credible prudential framework for the UK cryptoasset sector. However, we raise concerns about the cumulative complexity of the proposed regime and its potential impact on proportionality, competitiveness, and legal certainty.
Key points in our submission:
🔹Recommend simplifying the interaction of PMR, FOR, K-factors, BLAR, and ILAR
🔹Urge FCA to clarify the scope of capital application to avoid capturing group-wide operations
🔹Oppose the statutory trust requirement in favour of outcome-based safeguarding standards
🔹Raise legal uncertainty around trust formation and recognition in non-UK jurisdictions
🔹Call for proportional adjustments for smaller and decentralised firms
🔹Suggest alignment with CASS 6/CASS 7, EMRs, and international standards
Our response is intended to support the development of a workable and internationally competitive framework by highlighting areas where greater clarity, proportionality, or flexibility could enhance the effectiveness of the regime.
We thank the FCA for its industry consultation and its continued willingness to work with the business and innovation community to shape a proportionate and forward-looking regime.
View the full submission here.
GBBC continues to support safe, well-regulated growth of the UK’s cryptoasset ecosystem.

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GBBC Submits Response to UK FCA CP25/15 – Prudential Regime for Cryptoasset Firms

News: GBBC Submits Responses to UK FCA CP25/14 – Stablecoin Issuance and Cryptoasset Custody

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GBBC has submitted its formal response to the FCA’s CP25/14 consultation on the proposed regulatory framework for fiat-backed stablecoins in the UK.
While GBBC supports the FCA’s aims of safeguarding, redemption certainty, and consumer protection, we raise concerns that the current proposals may be overly rigid, difficult to operationalise, and misaligned with international norms.
Our recommendations include:
Replacing the proposed statutory trust with a flexible, outcome-based safeguarding model consistent with EMRs and CASS 6.
Introducing legal clarity on redemption rules, including clear distinctions between redemptions and buybacks.
Permitting a range of safeguarding structures (trusts, nominees, orphans) depending on jurisdictional and legal context.
Ensuring cryptoasset forks are addressed explicitly in the rules for both issuers and custodians.
Requiring use of standard identifiers (e.g. Digital Token Identifier) across disclosures and recordkeeping.
Clarifying how custodian liability should be defined, and avoiding de facto insurance obligations.
Promoting coherence between FCA and Bank of England oversight regimes.

GBBC supports the classification of stablecoins as mass market investments with appropriate guardrails and calls for a regulatory approach that is both credible and innovation-friendly.
Download our full submission here.


GBBC Submits Responses to UK FCA CP25/14 – Stablecoin Issuance and Cryptoasset Custody

News: Roundtable Recap: GBBC USA's Blockchain Central DC

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Roundtable Recap: GBBC USA's Blockchain Central DC

News: Recordings are Now Available from GBBC USA's Blockchain Central DC

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Thank you to all who joined us for GBBC USA’s inaugural Blockchain Central DC from June 11-13, where we convened senior leaders from private and public sectors for insightful dialogue on the convergence of tech, policy, and business. 

📽️ Watch the recordings here.
📸 Access the photos here.
📖 Read the roundtable summaries: here.

A huge thank you to our event supporters for helping make Blockchain Central DC a success: 1inch, Accenture, Aleo, ANNA - Association of National Numbering Agencies, Canton Network, Chainlink, Digital Asset, Digital Token Identifier Foundation, EY, Global Synchronizer Foundation (GSF), Hedera, Kaiko, Kadena, Latham & Watkins, Mayer Brown, Moody's Ratings, Oliver Wyman, Taxbit, and VerifyVASP. 

We are also deeply grateful to our public and private sector speakers (see comments for full list), including Senator Cynthia Lummis (WY), Senator Angela Alsobrooks (MD), Rep. Bill Foster (IL), Rep. Valerie Foushee (NC), Mr. Rodney E. Hood, and Commissioner Kristin Johnson for their leadership and participation, along with all federal and state government representatives who joined us for meaningful discussions throughout the event. 

We look forward to continuing the momentum and working together to advance responsible innovation and effective global standards. 


Recordings are Now Available from GBBC USA's Blockchain Central DC

News: GBBC Responds to FCA CP25/16 – Lifting the Ban on Retail Access to Cryptoasset ETNs (cETNs)

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GBBC has submitted its formal response to Chapter 4 of the FCA’s CP25/16 Consultation Paper, which proposes to lift the current ban on retail access to cryptoasset exchange traded notes (cETNs) traded on UK Recognised Investment Exchanges (RIEs).

GBBC welcomes this proposal as a proportionate and risk-sensitive evolution of the UK regulatory perimeter, aligned with international competitiveness and the maturing cryptoasset infrastructure.

Our recommendations to the FCA include:

Clarify eligibility and underlying asset scope for cETNs, so RIEs and market participants have clear regulatory signals.
Strengthen consumer disclosures, including a standard warning that cETNs are not covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS).
Engage industry on future ETF and fund-based structures to ensure the UK remains open to crypto market innovation.
Apply proportional financial promotion rules with room for future calibration as product types diversify.
We support the classification of cETNs as restricted mass market investments (RMMIs), ensuring appropriate guardrails without unduly stifling access.

🔗 Full submission:

GBBC remains committed to supporting a safe, transparent, and innovation-forward cryptoasset ecosystem in the UK.

GBBC Responds to FCA CP25/16 – Lifting the Ban on Retail Access to Cryptoasset ETNs (cETNs)

News: Capital Markets Standards Risk Framework Summary  

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Driven by GBBC and Oliver Wyman, members of an industry-leading working group, representing Financial Market Infrastructures (FMIs), Global Systemically Important Banks (GSIBs), Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), and cryptonative infrastructure providers (L1s), have come together to develop a unified framework (“The Risk and Mitigation Framework” or “RMF”) for managing the non-financial risks associated with utilizing public blockchain infrastructures for digital asset and other use cases. 
View the Capital Markets Standards Risk Framework Summary here.


Capital Markets Standards Risk Framework Summary

News: International Journal of Blockchain Law (IJBL) Volume XII

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Written and edited by lawyers, GBBC’s International Journal of Blockchain Law (IJBL) is designed to help interested business and non-legal communities better understand the regulatory world of blockchain and digital assets. 

We are pleased to present Volume XII, highlighting key regulatory developments across Asia, Europe, and the United States. In this edition, we explore the interoperability challenges between MiCA and PSD2, digital asset custody (DAC) frameworks in Malaysia, Hong Kong’s proposed stablecoin legislation, the emergence of agentic AI, the U.S. CFTC’s recent advisory on the participation of foreign-organized entities in digital asset derivatives trading, and evolving UK cryptoasset regulations.

Volume XII also includes a summary of GBBC and Norton Rose Fulbright's Future of Finance Conference 2025 and a link to our recently released 101 Real-World Blockchain Use Cases Handbook.

Access Volume XII here.

Congratulations to the editors and contributors: Yumi Ahn, Matthias Artzt, Diego Ballon Ossio, Elcin Karatay, Daniel ("Dan") Davis, Sara Evans, Ming Chiek Gan, Matthew Gregory, Umut Gün, Amita Haylock, Locknie Hsu, Carl Kennedy, Alexander Kim, Justin W.J. Lai, Hannah Meakin, Nina Moffatt, Laura Nixon, Masayuki Otake, Stephen Palley, Sébastien Praicheux, Dr. Monica Sah, David Shearer, Jake van der Laan, Gary Weingarden, Kelvin Wong, Madeleine Yates, and Ed Yong.


International Journal of Blockchain Law (IJBL) Volume XII

News: Public Service Appreciation Awards

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GBBC is proud to introduce the Public Service Appreciation Awards, recognizing individuals who have recently transitioned out of public service and have made a meaningful impact on our community and the broader digital assets ecosystem.
These awards honor the dedication and leadership of those who, in their public service roles, have contributed to advancing innovation, fostering collaboration, and shaping the future of digital assets. Their efforts have helped build a more transparent, secure, and inclusive landscape.
Join us in celebrating their contributions as we express our gratitude for their commitment to the industry and their continued support of our community. Names to be announced during GBBC USA's Blockchain Central DC on Thursday, June 12th.


GBBC USA's Blockchain Central DC: Public Service Appreciation Awards

News: GBBC Submits Response to FCA Discussion Paper 25/1: Regulating Cryptoasset Activities

FCA Discussion Paper 251 on the UK Cryptoasset Regime

The Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC), supported by its UK Working Group, has submitted a formal response to the FCA’s Discussion Paper 25/1, which will inform the development of the UK’s cryptoasset regulatory regime under the Financial Services and Markets Act.

We welcome this important initiative to bring regulatory clarity to cryptoasset activities and promote market integrity, innovation, and consumer protection in the UK.

Our submission offers detailed recommendations, including:
- Calibrating best execution and transparency requirements to reflect crypto market dynamics
- Supporting innovation while enhancing consumer protection in staking
- Proposing principles-based guidance for decentralised finance 
- Encouraging harmonised reporting across on-chain and off-chain activity
- Managing conflicts of interest through proportionate and outcomes-focused requirements
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Read the full submission [here](https://assets.ctfassets.net/so75yocayyva/6yUD63JBOZoCMxKIhgitrL/d0ab51c27a0e87db287a7c1a27b09a72/GBBC-s_Response_to_FCA_DP25_1.pdf).__

We remain committed to helping shape a regulatory environment that supports responsible innovation and maintains the UK’s leadership in digital finance.


GBBC Submits Response to FCA Discussion Paper 25/1: Regulating Cryptoasset Activities

News: GBBC Returns to Accepting Crypto

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GBBC is proud to announce we have returned to accepting crypto payments. Thank you to Taxbit for supporting our tax reporting and compliance, OKX USA for providing wallet infrastructure, and a special thank you to Kadena for being our first crypto transaction.
Learn more about GBBC and how to become a member here.


GBBC Returns to Accepting Crypto

News: GBBC Submits Response to the EDPB’s Draft Guidelines 02/2025 on Processing of Personal Data through Blockchain Technologies

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GBBC Response to the EDPB’s Draft Guidelines 02/2025 on Processing of Personal Data through Blockchain Technologies

Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC), with the support of its members, has submitted a response to the European Data Protection Board’s (EDPB) Draft Guidelines 02/2025 on Processing of Personal Data through Blockchain Technologies.

We welcome the EDPB’s recognition of the unique challenges blockchain presents for data protection law. Our response encourages the Board to adopt a technology-neutral, risk-based approach that safeguards privacy while enabling innovation, transparency, and EU competitiveness.

Key themes in our submission include:

            •           Recognition of cryptographic erasure and unlinkability techniques

            •           A functional approach to defining controllers and processors

            •           Proportional treatment of public permissionless blockchains

            •           Clarification of when public keys qualify as personal data

            •           Practical, layered solutions for GDPR-compliant international data transfers

We support the EDPB’s goal of ensuring GDPR compliance and offer targeted adjustments to ensure the final guidelines are clear, proportionate, and innovation-friendly.

A sincere thank you to our members for their detailed insights and technical contributions to this important consultation.

GBBC Submits Response to the EDPB’s Draft Guidelines 02/2025 on Processing of Personal Data through Blockchain Technologies

News: GBBC's Response to HM Treasury’s Draft Statutory Instruments on Cryptoassets

Image: GBBC Response to HM Treasury’s Draft Statutory Instruments on Cryptoassets

Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC), with the support of its UK Working Group members, is pleased to have submitted a response to HM Treasury’s Draft Statutory Instrument on cryptoassets under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA).
We welcome HMT’s efforts to bring legal clarity to the UK cryptoasset market by formalising its perimeter through the Regulated Activities Order (RAO). Our submission focuses on technical improvements that promote regulatory coherence, safeguard market integrity, and enable responsible innovation.
Key themes in our submission include:
Clarity in cryptoasset definitions and the perimeter
A proportionate and business-compatible territorial scope
More precise issuer obligations for stablecoins
Exclusion of non-custodial software tools from custody rules
Narrow perimeter for staking: custodial yes, native staking no

We support HMT’s goals and recommend targeted adjustments to ensure the final regime is legally robust, operationally clear, and aligned with global best practices.
A sincere thank you to our members for their detailed insights, feedback, and policy expertise throughout this consultation.
Read the consultation response here.


GBBC's Response to HM Treasury’s Draft Statutory Instruments on Cryptoassets

News: GBBC Response to ESMA Consultation on MiCA Knowledge & Competence Guidelines

Image: GBBC Response to ESMA Consultation on MiCA Knowledge & Competence Guidelines

Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC), with the support of its EMEA Working Group members, is pleased to have submitted a response to ESMA’s Consultation Paper on Guidelines for the assessment of knowledge and competence under MiCA.

We welcome ESMA’s efforts to establish a harmonised, proportionate framework to raise competence standards across the crypto-asset sector and enhance investor protection.

Our response stresses the importance of:

Proportionality and consistency with MiFID II
Clear definitions around roles—especially “information provision”
A modular, risk-based approach to training and certification
Avoiding premature centralisation of training providers
Embedding crypto-native modules on AML/CFT, market abuse, and forensics
Distinct tracks for technical and advisory staff, recognising function-specific expertise
We strongly support ESMA’s objectives while urging a flexible, market-led path to implementation that accommodates crypto’s pace of innovation and diversity of roles.

A huge thank you to our members for their insights and contributions to this important dialogue.

GBBC Response to ESMA Consultation on MiCA Knowledge & Competence Guidelines

News: Connect Group | Pioneering the Future of Digital Assets: A Conversation with Sandra Ro, CEO of GBBC

Image: Connect Group | Pioneering the Future of Digital Assets: A Conversation with Sandra Ro, CEO of GBBC

At the beginning of 2025, Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) CEO Sandra Ro 🇺🇦 sat down with Connect Group to weigh in on key trends and strategies of blockchain and digital assets within the family office and investment landscape. She emphasizes that for family offices, now is the time to learn about the digital realities ahead. 

“Digital assets aren’t just a new category—they’re a catalyst for rethinking infrastructure, governance, and inclusion,” Sandra shares. “Those who thrive in this transition will be the ones who balance boldness with responsibility.”

Read the full article here.


Connect Group | Pioneering the Future of Digital Assets: A Conversation with Sandra Ro, CEO of GBBC

Video: Perspectives of Gen Z: Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

Image: Perspectives of Gen Z: Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

As digitally native, Gen Z has grown up immersed in technology, naturally navigating the complexities of digital environments. This enables Gen Z to adapt to the fast-paced changes in the tech industry. 

However, with the changing landscape of blockchain and cryptocurrencies, along with the media, hype, and noise that surround them, the key functions behind the technology are not always apparent. 

One of GBBC's Youth Changemakers, Aayush Jetly, a high schooler in Friendswood, Texas, asks his Gen Z peers about their interest and involvement in blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Then, he interviews a few members of GBBC’s Gen Z team, Adrian Matak, Namrritha Senthilkumar, and Justin Legesse to see how blockchain is shaping the future. 

Thank you, Aayush, for gathering these insights! 

Perspectives of Gen Z: Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

News: GBBC Partners with EBA, Blockchain for Europe, CCI, and Adan to Launch Digital Economy Society

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Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) is thrilled to announce the launch of the Digital Economy Society in the European Parliament, with strong support from across political parties and committees. 

The Digital Economy Society (DES) is a new multistakeholder initiative led in partnership with European Blockchain Association, Blockchain for Europe, Adan, the Crypto Council for Innovation, and GBBC.

DES aims to foster deeper engagement between EU policymakers and the digital economy community. Its mission is to promote collaboration, education, and awareness around the strategic role of emerging technologies, including blockchain, tokenization, privacy-enhancing tools, and AI convergence, in shaping Europe’s economic future.

We look forward to supporting this important initiative and continuing the conversation with stakeholders across sectors.

If you want to learn more about DES and GBBC’s involvement, please contact GBBC.

A sincere thank you to the dedicated individuals who contributed their time, energy, and expertise to help bring this initiative to life: Adriana Torres Vergara, Robert Kopitsch, Erwin Voloder, MES, Tommaso Astazi, Mark Foster, Dimitrios Psarrakis, Emma Joyce, and Alfredo J. Oballos Diaz.


GBBC Partners with EBA, Blockchain for Europe, CCI, and Adan to Launch Digital Economy Society

News: GBBC CEO Sandra Ro Recognized by DISB and DC Mayor's Office on Women's Policy and Initiatives

Image: GBBC CEO Sandra Ro Recognized by DISB and DC Mayor's Office on Women's Policy and Initiatives

In celebration of Women’s History Month, the District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) Office of Innovation— in partnership with the Mayor’s Office on Women’s Policy and Initiatives (MOWPI)—are honoring the trailblazing women shaping the future of FinTech and digital asset policy. 

On Monday, March 31 from 6:00-7:30pm ET, Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) CEO Sandra Ro 🇺🇦 will be acknowledged by DISB and MOWPI during their recognition of women who help impact the FinTech and blockchain ecosystem. 

GBBC CEO Sandra Ro Recognized by DISB and DC Mayor's Office on Women's Policy and Initiatives

News: GBBC's Diana Barrero Zalles Joins Owl Explains Podcast

Image: Diana Barrero Zalles on Owl Explains

Global Standards Mapping Initiative (GSMI), the think tank initiative under GBBC, is the most comprehensive effort to map and analyze the blockchain and digital assets ecosystem. 

GBBC recently released GSMI 5.0 in its 5th yearly iteration, which featured the standalone report “Decentralized Finance (DeFi): Opportunities, Risk Considerations, and Key Principles for Growth,” as an output of the DeFi Working Group co-chaired by Lee Schneider (Ava Labs), Yvette Valdez (Latham & Watkins), and Joseph Cutler (Perkins Coie). 

Tune in to Owl Explains by Ava Lab's podcast with Sylvia Sanchez as Diana Barrero Zalles, Head of GSMI and Research at GBBC, unpacks the opportunities and challenges of DeFi alongside the working group co-chairs.

🔵Listen here.

Access the fact card “What is Decentralized Finance (DeFi)?” below, to learn more and stay tuned for a second fact card series from this report, which will focus on risk assessment for DeFi.

🔵Download the fact card here.
🔵Access the GSMI 5.0 report here. 


GBBC's Diana Barrero Zalles Joins Owl Explains Podcast

News: AI safety: why a new approach is needed

Image: AI safety: why a new approach is needed

John deVadoss, Board Director at GBBC, co-authored the article, "AI safety: why a new approach is needed" with Dr. Matthias Artzt, Editor-in-Chief of GBBC's International Journal of Blockchain Law (IJBL) and Senior Legal Counsel at Deutsche Bank AG Frankfurt.
Read the article here.


AI safety: why a new approach is needed

News: GBBC Announced as Participant in CDOP

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Carbon Data Open Protocol (CDOP) is bringing together 30+ leading organizations to develop a protocol that will harmonize carbon credit data across markets, breaking down data silos and building an open-source framework for greater transparency and trust. Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) is delighted to announce our participation in CDOP's Working Group as an Observer.

By unifying perspectives and standardizing data, we can unlock the full potential of carbon markets to drive meaningful climate action. GBBC is committed to advancing transparency and trust, and we look forward to collaborating with fellow CDOP members to explore synergies with GBBC’s existing work in this area spearheaded by our initiative, InterWork Alliance (IWA).

Learn more about CDOP here.

GBBC Announced as Participant in CDOP

News: BxC and GBBC Release Digital Carbon Markets Report

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The Digital Carbon Markets Report is now live! Released by Blockchain x Climate (BxC) and GBBC, this report highlights 5 case studies advancing blockchain and other emerging technologies across the environmental market value chain, particularly within the voluntary carbon market (VCM): Carbonmark, Coorest, EcoRegistry, KlimaDAO, and Regen Network.   

As a result of a working group that has led to cross-collaboration across the networks of participants, GBBC is grateful for the contributions of Drew Bonneau (Carbonmark), Nick Zwaneveld (Coorest), Juan David Duran Hernandez (EcoRegistry), Marcus Levine (KlimaDAO), and Dave Fortson (Regen Network). 

Access the paper here to learn about how these use cases are shaping the future of carbon markets using emerging technologies. 


Read the Digital Carbon Markets Report now

BxC and GBBC Release Digital Carbon Markets Report

News: GBBC Responds to UK FCA Discussion Paper 24/4: Regulating Cryptoassets – Admissions & Disclosures and Market Abuse Regime for Cryptoassets

Image: UK FCA Discussion Paper 24/4: Regulating Cryptoassets 

GBBC, with the help of our members, is pleased to have submitted a response to UK FCA Discussion Paper 24/4: Regulating Cryptoassets – Admissions & Disclosures and Market Abuse Regime for Cryptoassets.

We welcome the FCA’s initiative to establish a proportionate regulatory framework tailored specifically for cryptoassets. Our response emphasizes the unique challenges and dynamics of crypto markets, highlighting areas where traditional securities regulation may not be suitable. We stress the importance of proportionality in disclosure obligations, clarity on liabilities (particularly for exchanges in decentralized scenarios), and practical solutions for standardizing disclosures, including centralized FCA oversight or industry-led initiatives.

Key points include the necessity to address gaps around grandfathering existing cryptoassets without whitepapers, the potential role of classificatory frameworks for standardization, and recognizing distinctive market behaviours unique to cryptoassets when designing the market abuse regime. We also underline the importance of balanced on-chain and off-chain monitoring, while highlighting challenges like the free-rider problem in coordinated industry monitoring.

Read the full response here.
GBBC would like to extend its gratitude to the FCA for working with the industry and asking for comments on such critical topics. We would also like to thank our Members and European Policy Analyst, Adrian Matak, for their contributions.


GBBC, with the help of our members, is pleased to have submitted a response to UK FCA Discussion Paper 24/4

GBBC Responds to UK FCA Discussion Paper 24/4: Regulating Cryptoassets – Admissions & Disclosures and Market Abuse Regime for Cryptoassets

News: GBBC's Partner Memberships with CryptoUK and MENA Fintech Association

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GBBC is thrilled to solidify our footprint across Europe and the Middle East by announcing partner memberships with two key organizations: CryptoUK and MENA Fintech Association. 

CryptoUK works closely with the UK Government, policymakers and regulators, including the Financial Conduct Authority, HM Treasury, HM Revenue and Customs, and the Bank of England, advocating for fair and balanced policies that align with the government's goal of establishing the UK as a global leader in cryptoasset technology. Learn more: https://cryptouk.io/ 

MENA Fintech Association is an inclusive, non-profit association that fosters an open dialogue for the region’s fintech community. Bringing together all the ‘movers & shakers’ under one roof, the MENA Fintech Association is the voice and nexus of the fintech industry in MENA. Learn more: https://mena-fintech.org/ 

GBBC looks forward to strengthening our presence in regions that are leading the way in institutional adoption of digital assets, especially when it comes to financial services.  

GBBC's Partner Memberships with CryptoUK and MENA Fintech Association

News: GBBC Announces New Team Appointments and Global Policy Network

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GBBC continues to broaden our team across the globe to support our growing community of leaders, builders, and changemakers. We are pleased to announce our new team appointments and the expansion of our 2025 Global Policy Network to bolster our presence in APAC, EMEA, and USA. Congratulations and welcome!

New GBBC Team Appointments:
Emma Joyce, Chief Revenue Officer
Diana Barrero Zalles, Head of GSMI and Research
Philip Gant, Executive Director, APAC Policy and Partnerships
Jack Williams, U.S. Analyst
Steve Vallas, APAC Policy Advisor
Amanda Wick, Crypto Cybersecurity Advisor
Matthew Hoffmann, U.S. Policy Advisor
Anne-Marie Kelley, U.S. Policy Advisor
2025 Global Policy Network:
APAC: Steve Vallas, Advisor | Philip Gant, Executive Director
China and Japan: Emily Parker, Advisor
Crypto Cybersecurity: Amanda Wick, Advisor
EMEA: Dimitrios Psarrakis, Board Director | Jeff Bandman, Board Director | Emma Joyce, CRO | Nilixa Devlukia, Advisor | Adrian Matak, Analyst
Kenya: Kefa Ngoiri, Co-Chair of Growth Markets Regulatory Council
LATAM: Diana Barrero Zalles, Head of GSMI and Research
Nigeria: Ime Ekong, Co-Chair of Growth Markets Regulatory Council
USA: Anne-Marie Kelley, Advisor | Dina Ellis Rochkind, Advisor | Matt Hoffmann, Advisor | Sandra Ro, CEO | Justin Legesse, Analyst
Zambia: Chika Phiri, IFC-Milken Capital Markets Scholar
Featuring GBBC's Policy & Regulatory Ambassadors: Delphine Forma | Caroline Malcolm | Nilmini Rubin | Lana Schwartzman | Liat Shetret, and Government Affairs Ambassadors: G Clay Miller | Gregory Johnson

GBBC Announces New Team Appointments and Global Policy Network

News: Steve Vallas Joins GBBC as APAC Policy Advisor

Image: Steve Vallas Joins GBBC as APAC Policy Advisor

Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) is delighted to share Steve Vallas, Managing Director at Blockchain APAC, has joined us as an APAC Policy Advisor.

Steve has played a longstanding role in shaping the digital assets landscape across Asia and Australia by engaging with regulators, working with international institutions including Australian Securities and Investments Commission, Commonwealth Treasury, New Zealand’s Financial Services Council, Reserve Bank of New Zealand, U.S. Federal Reserve and the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the German Ministry of Economics, APEC, the South Korean National Assembly, and more. 

Welcome to the team, Steve!

Steve Vallas Joins GBBC as APAC Policy Advisor

News: GBBC Joins Forces with 1871

Image: GBBC Joins Forces with 1871

GBBC is thrilled to unveil a new strategic partnership with 1871, a nonprofit global innovation hub, to stimulate blockchain innovation in the U.S. through 1871’s Web3 Innovation Lab. 

Through this partnership, GBBC and 1871 will create opportunities for experts, startups, investors, and corporations in the U.S. by: 

Strengthening the interconnections between GBBC’s and 1871's communities 
Inviting GBBC members to participate in 1871’s Web3 Innovation Lab events and partnerships 
Supporting innovation across sectors through the strategic implementation of emerging technologies 

Read the full announcement here.


GBBC Joins Forces with 1871

New Release: Web3 Infographics in Spanish

Updated May 23rd, 2023 As part of Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC)’s continuing endeavors to breakdown complex blockchain concepts into easily digestible visualizations, GBBC has introduced varied sets of infographics […]

New Release: Web3 Infographics in Spanish - Global Blockchain Business Council

News: GBBC Releases International Journal of Blockchain Law - Volume XI

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Written and edited by lawyers, Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC)’s International Journal of Blockchain Law (IJBL) is designed to help interested business and non-legal communities better understand the regulatory world of blockchain and digital assets. 
Volume XI delves into developments surrounding manipulative and insider trading, a novel triple-token merger, private remedies within securities law, DAO liability, and FIT21 in the U.S.; cryptoasset capital rules in Hong Kong; staking/restaking and AI agents in Japan; and the black box phenomenon of AI applications. It also features the panel recording “Tokenization of Debt and Project Promissa (In Partnership with The World Bank)” from GBBC’s Blockchain Central Davos 2025.
Congratulations to the editors, contributors, and featured panelists: Yumi Ahn, Yojiro Arai, Dr. Matthias Artzt, Roxane Ballew, Joe Castelluccio, Patrick Cheng, Paul C. de Bernier, John deVadoss, Andrew Fei, Rohith P. George, Dave Hirsch, Locknie Hsu, Stephanie M. Hurst, Don Irwin, Elcin Karatay, Thiago Luis Sombra, Dr. Reto Luthiger, Garen Marshall, Jean-Denis Marx, Yu Mizushima, Nina Moffatt, Robert Oleschak, Stephen Palley, Gage Raju-Salicki, Victor Sai, Rhea Saini, So Saito, Rhea Shahane, Liz Towler, Jake van der Laan, Dylan Walsh, and Gary Weingarden.
Read it here: https://www.gbbc.io/initiatives/international-journal-blockchain-law 

Written and edited by lawyers, Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC)’s International Journal of Blockchain Law (IJBL)

GBBC Releases International Journal of Blockchain Law - Volume XI

News: GBBC Announces 2025 Ambassador Cohort 

2025 Ambassador Announcement

Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) Ambassadors are innovators and changemakers who strive to provide powerful insights, particularly in areas of technology, governance, law, finance, civil society, and academia.
Since its inception, GBBC has relied on our global Ambassador network to expand our community, presence, and impact. GBBC Ambassadors act as trusted advisors to GBBC’s leadership and members, providing invaluable guidance and assistance on how to engage with diverse local communities to carry out our mission to the highest standards.
With an immense community that continues to grow at a rapid pace, we have refreshed our network of GBBC Ambassadors to streamline the program, ensuring an engaged cohort for the year ahead. The 2025 GBBC Ambassador cohort enriches GBBC’s global reach with 283 Ambassadors across 124 jurisdictions and disciplines. 
GBBC’s 2025 Ambassador cohort includes 49 new ambassadors and 9 new jurisdictions and disciplines: Bhutan, Cambodia, Energy Infrastructure, Latin America (LatAm), Malaysia, Malta, Paraguay, Standards, and Trading and Markets.


GBBC Announces 2025 Ambassador Cohort 

News: Davos 2025: GBBC partners with AI 2030 initiatives, introduces 2025 Ambassador Cohort, and more

Cointelegraph 2025 - Davos 2025: GBBC partners with AI 2030 initiatives, introduces 2025 Ambassador Cohort, and more

Returning for its 8th year, Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC), the world’s largest leading non-profit association for blockchain and digital assets, convened thought leaders from across blockchain, digital assets, technology, and government for GBBC’s 8th Annual Blockchain Central Davos this week.  

Learn more on Cointelegraph.


Cointelegraph - Davos 2025: GBBC partners with AI 2030 initiatives, introduces 2025 Ambassador Cohort, and more

Cointelegraph: GBBC partners with AI 2030 initiatives, introduces 2025 Ambassador Cohort, and more

News: GBBC's Philip Gant Joins Seoul National University Center for ESG and Social Innovation’s “Blockchain: Opening the Future” conference on January 17

Philip Gant at SNU January 17

Philip Gant, Director, APAC Policy and Partnerships at GBBC will be joining Blockchain: Opening the Future, hosted by the Seoul National University on Friday, January 17 in Korea.

The conference aims to explore the current state and future possibilities of the blockchain industry. Key topics will include the review of domestic digital asset (virtual asset) regulatory policies and industry ecosystems, innovative use cases for blockchain technology, new business opportunities, and an analysis of blockchain strategies in major Asian countries. Learn more here.

Philip Gant, Director, APAC Policy and Partnerships at GBBC will be joining Blockchain: Opening the Future, hosted by the Seoul National University on Friday, January 17 in Korea.

GBBC's Philip Gant Joins “Blockchain: Opening the Future”

News: GBBC CEO Sandra Ro Contributes to "Pathway 2035 for Financial Innovation – Your Navigator"

"Pathway 2035 for Financial Innovation – Your Navigator" FIND Report

In November 2024, the Swiss Embassy in Singapore hosted the Redesigning Financial Innovation event, with working sessions curated by the Swiss Financial Innovation Desk (FIND). 

These collaborative discussions, drawing on the perspectives from academia, industry, and government, produced the report "Pathway 2035 for Financial Innovation – Your Navigator." GBBC CEO Sandra Ro and Board Director Yuval Rooz (CEO & Co-Founder at Digital Asset) contributed to section three, "Digital Assets." 

Access the paper here to learn how the financial and FinTech sectors can tackle challenges facing the future of finance.

Have any feedback? Submit to info@find.swiss.  