NZ’s crypto moment: Working group launch, Token2049, and FMA tokenisation response

01 October 2025

Another big month following the success of CryptoWinter25. In September, we saw strong member thought leadership, progress on the Digital Asset Working Group (read on for an exciting announcement about that), and I represented BlockchainNZ at key events in Sydney, Auckland, and on the global stage.

BlockchainNZ Annual Meeting and Executive Council Elections 2025

02 July 2025

Kia ora, The purpose of BlockchainNZ is to support the growth of a sustainable blockchain ecosystem in New Zealand and advocate for blockchain technology in the public and private sectors. To achieve … Continue reading "BlockchainNZ Submission on Banking Competition 2024"

Shaping the future of blockchain

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.

Coinbase Launches Apple Pay for fiat-to-crypto in the USA – could NZ be next?

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?

Celebrating excellence in Web3 and blockchain

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.

Advocacy, Awards, and Member Survey - November Newsletter

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 "BlockchainNZ Submission on Banking Competition 2024"

BlockchainNZ & Web3NZ Awards 2024

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 "BlockchainNZ Submission on Banking Competition 2024"

BlockchainNZ Submission on Banking Competition 2024

BlockchainNZ Submission to the Finance and Expenditure Committee Inquiry into Banking Competition BlockchainNZ is pleased to contribute to the Finance and Expenditure Committee’s inquiry into banking competition. As a community dedicated … Continue reading

26 September 2024

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. This insightful study offers potential solutions that aim to balance banking requirements and … Continue reading

09 October 2023

BlockchainNZ Manifesto 2023

BlockchainNZ supports the NZTech Manifesto, which outlines specific areas the Government should focus on to enable iand grow Aotearoa as a Digital Nation. These actions are aligned with the Digital Tech … Continue reading

28 September 2023

Future of Money – Private Innovation Response to the Reserve Bank

BlockchainNZ thanks the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) for the opportunity to submit on the Future of Money – Private Innovation Issues Paper. This submission is in response to the … Continue reading

03 April 2023

NZ IoT Alliance and BlockchainNZ Ledger of Things Whitepaper – Volume 1

The Executive Councils of the New Zealand IoT Alliance and BlockchainNZ have identified organisational synergies that could deliver significant societal and commercial benefits. Significant efficiency gains and security improvements can be achieved by leveraging … Continue reading

19 October 2022