08 December 2024
I’m thrilled to introduce myself as the new Executive Director of BlockchainNZ. Joining at such a pivotal time for blockchain innovation and adoption, I’m eager to work alongside you—visionary members, innovators, and leaders—to shape the future of blockchain in New Zealand and beyond.
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04 December 2024
Coinbase has rolled out a major update to crypto onboarding in the USA, integrating Apple Pay for seamless fiat-to-crypto purchases. This has the potential to revolutionize how everyday users engage with crypto—but what does this mean for New Zealand?
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28 November 2024
Congratulations to this year’s winners in the Web3NZ and Blockchain NZ Awards. This annual event celebrates the outstanding contributions of individuals, startups, and companies within the blockchain and Web3 industry.
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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 "Redefining New Zealand’s approach to digital assets and blockchain technology | October Newsletter"
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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 "Redefining New Zealand’s approach to digital assets and blockchain technology | October Newsletter"
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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 "Redefining New Zealand’s approach to digital assets and blockchain technology | October Newsletter"
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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 "Redefining New Zealand’s approach to digital assets and blockchain technology | October Newsletter"
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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
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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
The not-for-profit, BlockchainNZ, is calling for any future Government to ensure they focus on supporting the development and growth of blockchain to contribute to the prosperity of New Zealand. In their recently released manifesto, the New Zealand blockchain ecosystem seeks to remind Government
September 28, 2023
Kia ora, It’s been a packed month at BlockchainNZ and the wider Web3 community. We recently hosted our AGM, where we discussed our progress over the last 12 months, our strategy for the coming year, announced our new Executive Council, and thanked our departing council members. We have a fe
September 21, 2023
Joerg Buss is the Cofounder of Timpi, a decentralised search engine. Joerg is a long time cyber security professional that is now playing in the blockchain space. In this conversation we talk about taking on google by incentivising others to index the web, returning unbiased information, as well as
August 18, 2023
Kia ora, Last month's attendance at the Blockchain APAC Digital Asset Conference in Sydney was more than a series of discussions and connections; it was an enlightening journey that has reshaped our perspective on the opportunities available to us within the Web3 ecosystem in New Zealand. The
August 15, 2023
Kia ora, The fascinating world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies is always in flux, and with these shifts come some unique challenges, especially on the security front. Last week, we had the pleasure to host an event at the beautiful Lane Neave offices to hear about the current blockc
July 25, 2023
David Ding is a self described futurist, and I haven't yet decided if hes a bit mad, or a bit genius. I think its likely hes a bit of both. By day David is an innovationa advisor at callaghan innovation, hes deep in the start up and founder mindset, and loves the potential that immutable distribute
July 10, 2023