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 … Continue reading "Ensuring innovation thrives | November 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, … Continue reading "Ensuring innovation thrives | November 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 … Continue reading "Ensuring innovation thrives | November 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 … Continue reading "Ensuring innovation thrives | November Newsletter"
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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
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