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CCI Announces Major Expansion Across Geographies and Expertise

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Global expansion to Africa, Japan, and a partnership for global standards.Proof of Stake Alliance now part of the CCI ecosystem; new subject matter expert joins.New research partnership with Decentralization Research Center.Read more from CEO Sheila Warren.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, the Crypto Council for Innovation (CCI) announced a series of significant developments as part of its continued growth and global expansion.

They include: partnerships with the Japan Cryptoasset Business Association (JCBA) and Global Digital Finance (GDF), the integration of the Proof of Stake Alliance (POSA) into the CCI ecosystem, and the addition of Yele Bademosi as Africa Advisor.

Expanding Expertise: Proof of Stake Alliance

Staking market value has surged to nearly $600 billion. Next year, regulators and policymakers across jurisdictions will turn increased attention to this growing ecosystem.

As part of our commitment to expanding technical expertise and to making sure leaders stay ahead of the curve, CCI is proud to announce the integration of the Proof of Stake Alliance (POSA) as a core project that will prioritize educating global policymakers on the critical role of staking in network security and decentralization.

The project will continue to be led by trusted expert Alison Mangiero, Executive Director of POSA. It is anchored by Figment and Polychain Capital and members include Andreessen Horowitz, Ava Labs, Blockdaemon, Eigen Labs, Electric Capital, Lido, Kiln, and Paradigm. Anchors will help guide the areas of strategic focus and all members will work on advocating for clear and forward-looking policies for an important year ahead.

“CCI has always been about setting the standard for the responsible growth of blockchain technology,” said Sheila Warren, CEO, Crypto Council for Innovation. “Combining POSA’s technical expertise with CCI’s global advocacy reach will create the ideal team to lead the conversation around the future of this crucial issue.”

“With staking more critical than ever, joining forces with CCI is a pivotal step forward,” said Alison Mangiero, Executive Director, POSA. “At the Proof of Stake Alliance, we’ve been dedicated to producing legal and policy research and advocating for policies that support, grow, and protect proof-of-stake technologies and raising awareness about their crucial role in network security and maintenance. We are ready to take this message forward globally.” 

“The exponential growth of the staking market underscores its critical role in the blockchain ecosystem,” said Jennie Levin, Chief Regulatory and Strategy Officer, Figment. “As we join forces with Crypto Council for Innovation, Figment is committed to advocating for clear, equitable policies that foster innovation while ensuring consumer protection. Our goal is to educate policymakers globally on the technical nature of staking services, emphasizing their distinct role in network security and decentralization.” 

“Polychain is proud to be an anchor of POSA and continue supporting this initiative to educate global policymakers about the essential role staking plays in network security and decentralization,” said Matt Perona, COO, Polychain Capital. “We look forward to identifying and raising topics of critical importance for consideration by the broader group that will help guide POSA’s work.”

Global Expansion: CCI partners in Japan, on Global Standards and adds Yele Bademosi as Advisor

CCI and JCBA Forge Partnership to Expand Digital Asset Policy Collaboration Across Asia

In a groundbreaking move, CCI and JCBA are joining forces to collaborate on advancing digital asset policy in Japan and across Asia. The partnership is focused on sharing regulatory insights, policy developments, and advocacy efforts to amplify their collective voice in the region.

“This partnership strengthens both organizations’ ability to drive thoughtful, informed policy discussions on a global scale,” said Warren. “We look forward to working with JCBA to shape the future of digital asset regulation in an increasingly key global market.”

This collaboration marks an important milestone in uniting the strengths of the U.S. and Japan in the crypto ecosystem. By aligning regulatory efforts across key markets, CCI and JCBA are poised to drive greater consistency in global policy approaches, enabling business and innovation to thrive while ensuring robust consumer protections.

Strengthening Industry Collaboration: CCI and Global Digital Finance (GDF)

CCI is excited to announce its collaboration with GDF. A leading organization dedicated to making finance truly global and digital, GDF focuses on reshaping financial services and markets through decentralized financial market infrastructure and digital assets.

Through this collaboration, both organizations will continue existing joint work on critical issues, including staking; engage jointly on select key policy papers and consultation responses to regulators and policymakers; and further build community engagement in the UK. This work will help ensure that crypto and digital assets are used responsibly and sustainably, laying the groundwork for a more inclusive global financial system.

“GDF and CCI share a common mission of promoting global financial inclusion and accessibility,” said Laura Navaratnam, UK Policy Lead, CCI. “This collaboration, along with CCI’s growing influence across various regions, are setting the stage for a more connected, innovative, and equitable future for blockchain and digital assets worldwide.”

“CCI and GDF are both recognised by industry, policymakers, and regulators as the preeminent global industry associations with a track record of building community consensus and delivering material outcomes that move the digital assets industry forward – the collaboration has created a supranational tour de force,” says Elise Soucie Watts, Executive Director, GDF.

CCI and GDF look forward to continuing to collaborate in order to support the digital asset ecosystem and to achieve appropriate regulatory outcomes for our members to help grow responsible innovation.

Expanding Networks Across Africa: Welcoming New Advisor Yele Bademosi

CCI welcomes Yele Bademosi as a new advisor. Yele, Co-Creator of Onboard Global and a prominent voice in the African blockchain space, will help CCI expand its network across the African continent. His extensive knowledge of Africa’s digital asset landscape and his commitment to fostering blockchain adoption make him a valuable addition to the CCI team.

“Yele’s appointment underscores CCI’s dedication to broadening its global reach, with a particular focus on Africa’s rapidly growing interest in blockchain technology,” Warren said. “Through his leadership, CCI will work to connect African innovators with global policymakers, ensuring that Africa’s burgeoning crypto industry is represented in discussions shaping the future of digital finance.”

With these key developments, CCI is poised to lead the conversation on the future of blockchain technology, fostering an environment of innovation, collaboration, and forward-thinking regulation across the globe.

Focusing on Fundamentals: CCI and Decentralization Research Center

CCI and the Decentralization Research Center (DRC) are also announcing a partnership aimed at advancing research and promoting collaboration on the critical issue of decentralization within blockchain technology.

As decentralized technologies continue to reshape industries, the DRC will focus on defining use cases, key metrics, and features that illustrate the spectrum of decentralization across blockchain networks.

Through this partnership with CCI, a broad range of stakeholders will gain evidence-based insight from educational materials and analyses that highlight the importance of decentralized models.

The DRC believes that decentralization is not only key to blockchain but is also critical across all emerging technologies to ensure more equitable ownership and governance of the systems that shape our society. While CCI remains focused on the crypto ecosystem, there is increasing interest from policymakers in decentralization as it relates to adjacent technologies, including artificial intelligence.

“This collaborative effort will foster clarity and consensus, helping to elevate the voice of decentralized communities and inform regulatory and policy frameworks that reflect the unique value of decentralized systems,” Warren said.

“Decentralization is the cornerstone of trust and resilience in blockchain systems,” said Connor Spelliscy, Executive Director, DRC. “We’re excited to partner with CCI to deepen understanding and promote frameworks that capture the value of decentralization.”

Addendum – Executive Quotes on POSA

“We founded the Alliance when many of the first proof of stake blockchains were launching, and the first staking as a service providers were beginning to commercialize their services,” said Evan Weiss, COO of Alluvial and Founder of POSA. “In the years since, the staking industry has grown and matured exponentially. I’m excited for POSA to take its next step forward as a global player, advocating for the regulatory clarity that would unleash a new wave of institutional and mainstream adoption for staking ecosystems, and bring millions of new users onchain.”

“At Blockdaemon, we’re proud to be part of POSA, marking a significant step toward amplifying the voice of the staking industry on a global scale,” said Konstantin Richter, CEO & Founder, Blockdaemon. “As proof-of-stake ecosystems expand, it’s crucial to advocate for clear, thoughtful standards to help risk management while pushing forward innovation to establish staking as a critical technical service.”

About the Crypto Council for Innovation

The Crypto Council for Innovation is the premier global alliance for advancing innovation. It believes in leading with a global view, advocating for inclusive regulation, and developing evidence-based insights to support government and business leaders. It has teams in San Francisco, Washington DC, New York, Denver, London, Brussels, and Hong Kong.

Press contact

Amanda Russo, Director of Communications, Crypto Council for Innovation, Amanda@cryptocouncil.org +1 510 761 1657

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PropXP Launches Global Prop Trading Platform, Empowering Traders with Flexible Challenges and Comprehensive Resources

HONG KONG, Nov. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — PropXP, a new proprietary trading firm, is excited to announce its official launch on November 5, 2024, offering traders worldwide a unique and accessible approach to prop trading. With a focus on providing traders of all experience levels with attainable challenges and unparalleled resources, PropXP aims to reshape the prop trading landscape.

At PropXP, we’re breaking down barriers in prop trading to give every trader—from beginners to seasoned pros—the opportunity to succeed on their own terms. We’re here to empower and elevate the global trading community.

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“As we launch PropXP, our mission is clear: we aim to be the new gold standard for prop trading and open the doors for more traders than ever before to achieve their trading goals,” said Giorgos Piskopianos, CEO of PropXP. “Our accessible challenges, supportive trading resources, and commitment to providing realistic opportunities are at the heart of PropXP. We want to empower traders to reach new heights in their careers.”

In addition to its flexible challenge parameters, PropXP offers a comprehensive trading academy filled with educational resources, including in-depth tutorials and guides. With a commitment to accessibility, PropXP is poised to serve as a valuable platform for traders looking to refine their skills and achieve sustainable success in the financial markets.

About PropXP

PropXP is a global proprietary trading firm based in Limassol, Cyprus. Designed to support traders of all levels, PropXP provides accessible challenges, competitive trading conditions, and extensive educational resources. With a dedication to advancing prop trading, PropXP aims to empower traders worldwide.

For more information, please visit https://propxp.com

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Decode economic ties between GBA and Colombia from a cup of coffee

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GUANGZHOU, China, Nov. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — News report from GDToday.

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), one of China’s most open and economically dynamic regions, is deepening its business ties with Colombia.

What is the current status of economic and trade exchanges between the GBA and Colombia? How do Colombians view the region? And what specific opportunities do they see in this thriving area? In this episode, GDToday’s reporters explored these questions in depth, starting from a cup of Colombian coffee.

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SGT25 draw together 400+ European power grid technical professionals for a review of the latest grid transformation projects

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Recent research carried out by Smart Grid Forums with over 100 European power grid professionals revealed growing concern that eroding supply chain reliability, workforce stability, and OT cybersecurity are inhibiting grid transformation projects, delaying renewables integration, and impacting Europe’s future energy security.

THE HAGUE CONFERENCE CENTRE, The Netherlands, Nov. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Recent research carried out by Smart Grid Forums with over 100 European power grid professionals revealed growing concern that eroding supply chain reliability, workforce stability, and OT cybersecurity are inhibiting grid transformation projects, delaying renewables integration, and impacting Europe’s future energy security.

Driving grid modernisation in the context of geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and workforce uncertainty to guarantee future energy security in Europe

It is with this in mind that Smart Grid Forums launch their 6th annual SGT25 conference, with an extended day of strategic plenary sessions addressing the big picture issues impacting the sector, followed by a technical programme show casing the best of the grid modernisation projects across TSO and DSO organizations.

“European utilities have never been under more pressure to deliver grid transformation whilst navigating the complexities of global supply chain disruptions, workforce uncertainties, and a more geopolitically malicious cyber threat landscape” said Mandana White, CEO of Smart Grid Forums. “It is at times like these that utilities must come together to gain clarity on the big picture, compare their experiences, and unify to tackle the path ahead with innovative new strategies and greater energy and conviction than ever before. Delivering to the energy transition is not a matter of If but one of How.”

At SGT25 utility senior managers will come together with their technical teams for three days of strategic and technical discussions, in order to get onto the same page, and move in the same direction at greater pace than ever before. The programme consists of:

1-Day Infrastructure Investment Briefing – a series of utility panel discussions addressing technology investment priorities and the implications for utility technical teams and the supplier ecosystem2-Day Technical Case-Study Conference – implementation focused programme reviewing the successes, setbacks, and future roadmaps of utility project leaders and product specifiers in six core domains: Digital Substations, Operational Systems, Smart Meter Infrastructure, OT Cybersecurity, Big Data, and Asset ManagementInnovation Excellence Awards Ceremony – attended by all participants, and evening of recognition and reward in support of utility innovationRoundtable Discussions – private senior management roundtable discussions as well as public technical roundtable discussions, facilitating high impact information exchange and networkingExhibition & Live Demo Labs – a display of leading smart grid product and service suppliers with deep expertise and experience in the grid sector

100+ Utility Speakers Scheduled Including:

Giulio Carone, CEO – AretiMihkel Härm, CEO – ElektrileviTorsten Röglin, Managing Director – Stadtwerke FrankfurtThomas Reithofer, Head of Grid, Member of Executive Board – CKWFazila Ahmad, Global Head of Data & AI Acceleration – EDP GroupRene Kuczkowski, Head of the Strategy & International Cooperation Office – ENEA OperatorEsa Äärynen, Head of Strategic Grid Planning – Helen Electricity NetworksRonan McKeown, Future Networks Director – NIE NetworksTadej Šinkovec, Head of Advanced Analytics – Elektro LjubljanaAndreas Reisenauer, VP Digital Infrastructure – Elia GroupTomasz Rodziewicz, Head of Innovation & New Technologies – TAURON DystrybucjaJonas van den Bogaard, Open Source Office Lead – AllianderSander Jansen, Product Owner Virtual Stations – AllianderJoep van Genuchten, Data Architect – AllianderDavide Della Giustina, Chief Business Transformation Officer, Smart Infrastructures – AretiYamshid Farhat, Head of Technology & AI – BKWJan Petráček, Chief Transformation Officer – ČEZ DistribuceAlexander Harsch, Head of Cyber Resilience – E.ONSam Julian, Chief Cloud Engineer – E.ONMatthias Merchlewitz, Consultant, Resilience & Cyber Range E – E.ONVincent Audebert, IoT & Telecom Expert – EDFSherif Hussein, Project Manager – EDFPeter Jensen, Chair of the IEC Technical Committee 13 – EDFDan Wilson, Asset Analytics Manager – Electricity North WestUros Stiplovsek, Programmer – Elektro CeljeTadej Šinkovec, Head of Advanced Analytics – Elektro LjubljanaHenrik Hagberg, Head of Price and Revenue Management – EllevioŁukasz Kasperski, Coordinator for Measurement Systems and Energy Quality – ENEA OperatorPrzemysław Starzyński, Head of the Office of Innovation Initiatives – ENEA OperatorClément Devun, IT/OT Cybersecurity Lead Architect – EnedisMaman Idi Cheffou, Project Manager – EnedisLudovic Pontnau, OT Cybersecurity Expert – EnedisFatoumata Sangare, Industrial Information System Compliance Specialist – EnedisSławomir Noske , Senior Innovation Expert – ENERGA-OPERATORFedder Skovgaard, Business Architect – EnerginetCarsten Strunge, Chief Engineer & Business Architect Grid Control Systems – EnerginetHelder Barbosa, Cybersecurity Project Manager – E-REDESJose Esperanca, Data Management Lead – E-REDESChisimdiri Anyaogu, Engineer, Asset Performance – ESBKamal Radi, Senior Specialist, Power Systems Planning, SCADA and Energy Management Systems – ESBMarkus Virtanen, Lead Data Scientist – FingridPeter Kellens, Expert Assets & Grid Architecture Electricity – FluviusDan Smidsrød, Systems Engineer Process Control – Glitre NettKristin Tukun, Data Scientist – Glitre NettJoris van Rooij, Data Analyst -Göteborg EnergiMika Loukkalahti, Leading Expert – Helen Electricity NetworksInigo Ferrero, Protection & Control Standardization Manager – IberdrolaBirkir Heimisson, Specialist in Digital Development – LandsnetPaul Thomson, Power System Engineering Modelling – National GridStanislav Kalynych, IT/OT Security Analyst – Northland PowerNicolas Bihannic, Expert in Orange Future Networks Community – OrangeWalter Schaffer, Head of Competence Center Electricity – Salzburg NetzDaniel Lafferty, Design Lead, Protection & Control – SP Energy NetworksAdrian Ferguson, Lead OT Project Manager – SSEN TransmissionMohseen Mohemmed, Lead Protection Automation and Control Engineer – SSEN TransmissionDeepa Shaji Kumar, Innovation Development Project Manager – SSEN TransmissionAlex Stuart, Head of Data Management – SSEN TransmissionRannveig Løken, Head of Protection Department – StatnettSvein Olsen, Enterprise Information Architect – StatnettNuran Cihangir Martin, Grid Strategist – StedinMachtelt Eggink, Technical Innovation Manager – StedinLeon Kuiper, Lead Data Scientist – StedinMarcel Neu, Project Manager, Meter Asset Management & Lead NextGen SIO – StedinJan Nienhuis, Security Expert – StedinBas van den Berge, Head of Asset System Policy & Technical Innovation – StedinSjors van der Heijden, Strategist, Grid Automation – StedinGiuseppe Martinelli, Domain Architect Business, Power System Data – Svenska kraftnätAnna Rådman, Senior Vice President Business Intelligence – Svenska KraftnätErik Wejander, Project Leader Digital Substation – Svenska kraftnätMichael Knuchel, Head of Substation Automation Systems Engineering – SwissgridMariusz Jurczyk, Board Advisor for AMI – TAURON DystrybucjaMuhammad Babar, Leadership Team, Asset Data Management – TennetRemko Logemann, Maintenance Strategist – TennetMatija Naglič, Business Developer, System Operations – TennetEmir Ozdurmus, Asset Specialist, High Voltage Control & SCADA Systems – TennetJan Vorrink, Senior Advisor International Affairs, Future Design, System Operation – TennetBogdan Leu, Project Manager – TranselectricaMohammed Radi, Network Data Modelling Engineer (CIM) – UK Power NetworksVincent Gliniewicz, Senior Data Strategist – VattenfallÍvar Hrafn Ágústsson, Control System Specialist – VeiturJoyce van de Garde, Director Telecommunications – Westenergie

For more information please contact:

Mandana White, CEO – Smart Grid Forums

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PO Box 80711, London, N19 9HJ, United Kingdom

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Smart Grid Forums is an independent conference production company serving the smart grid technical community. We monitor the market, conduct in-depth interviews with technical decision makers and translate this information into techno-commercial conferences that empower participants to accelerate their implementation plans and deliver exceptional results to their organisations. Our events are peer-to-peer exchanges. They are immersive, exhaustive and action oriented. We place the utility voice centre-stage and uncover the implementation insights that will enable you to benchmark your own digitisation strategy, fine-tune your own implementation plan, and deliver exceptional results to your own organisation.

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