14 November 2024
Kia ora, In September, BlockchainNZ submitted to Parliament’s Finance and Expenditure Committee Inquiry into Banking Competition, addressing the challenges Web3 businesses in New Zealand face in accessing and maintaining essential banking services. This week, BlockchainNZ Chair, Jeremy Muir, presented to the Committee, summarising our submission, and responding to their questions. We are also preparing a … Continue reading "Crypto Girls Podcast: Janine Grainger"
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02 October 2024
Welcome to the BlockchainNZ & Web3NZ Awards 2024. This is your chance to celebrate the outstanding contributions to Aotearoa’s blockchain and Web3 industries. This year, we’re honouring the innovators, leaders, and trailblazers who have made a real difference in our vibrant ecosystem. Whether you’re an individual or a business, we invite you to recognise those … Continue reading "Crypto Girls Podcast: Janine Grainger"
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25 September 2024
Kia ora, As we welcome the vibrant energy of spring, we embrace a season of renewal and fresh beginnings here at Blockchain NZ. Just as nature transforms around us, so too does our commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration within the blockchain community. It is my pleasure to welcome our newly elected Blockchain NZ Executive … Continue reading "Crypto Girls Podcast: Janine Grainger"
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24 September 2024
Spring has brought fresh beginnings at Blockchain NZ, and we’re excited to introduce the newly elected members of our Executive Council. Each of these industry leaders brings unique expertise and passion to the table, ready to drive the next wave of innovation and collaboration in Aotearoa’s blockchain community. Memoona Zareen – University of Auckland Memoona … Continue reading "Crypto Girls Podcast: Janine Grainger"
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Janine Grainger from Easy Crypto is one of New Zealand’s biggest tech CEO and founders, running the Easy Crypto New Zealand, Australia and now South Africa. In this episode, we are thrilled to be talking to her about her business, career path and entrepreneurship tips.The CryptoGirls co-hosts are
January 15, 2024
After a great year at BlockchainNZ, we’ve ended it with a bang with our first BlockchainNZ Awards at the Callaghan Innovation offices on 6 December. It was a sold-out event, and it warms my heart to see so many people excited to turn up and celebrate our industry’s accomplishments. The
December 19, 2023
It’s almost a week to go until our BlockchainNZ Awards and End of Year Celebration with Web3NZ! It was a tight competition and we are so impressed by the calibre of nominations. But now is the time to announce our finalists! Congratulations to the following: Business Finalists: Blockc
November 30, 2023
Kia ora, The intersection of traditional banking systems and the continuously growing world of cryptocurrencies and digital assets presents both challenges and opportunities for New Zealand's economy. Following the recent report on debanking published by Web3NZ, BlockchainNZ and
November 23, 2023
Janine Grainger is the cofounder and CEO of Easy Crypto which is coming up on their 6th anniversary and very well known in new zealand. In this conversation we talk about growing a crypto company, competition in the new zealand market, building a wallet and some of the security issues that come wit
November 21, 2023
Auckland based production house Reel Factory have just released WTF is Crypto? the latest in their long-form ventures via TVNZ+. WTF is Crypto? takes an entertaining and informative approach to demystifying the wild world of Crypto. Directed by Rita Attwood, the six-episode series tell
October 30, 2023
Last month, the Finance and Expenditure Select Committee released their long-awaited report on the inquiry into the current and future nature, impact, and risks of cryptocurrencies. The report contained 22 recommendations set out by our very own Jeremy Muir and Alex Sims and aimed to redefine
October 26, 2023
The BlockchainNZ Podcast is looking for new sponsors! As we continue to grow we require new sponsors to support our mission. Please consider this opportunity - providing excellent exposure for your brand, connecting with our audience and demonstrating your support of New Zealand’s blockc
October 12, 2023
Introducing Debanking and its Implications for Aotearoa New Zealand’s Web3 Ecosystem. Published by Web3NZ and supported by BlockchainNZ, this study explores debanking challenges in New Zealand's business landscape. Many banks and financial institutions have been cautious about providi
October 9, 2023
Simon Collins is the founder of Stackr.co.nz, a Bitcoin mining company that uses sustainable and renewable energy sources. Simon is also the lead on the fundraising campaign to Orange Pill New Zealand parliament, and that is what we're talking about today. As we lead up to an election here in New Z
September 29, 2023