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 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 "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, 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 "BlockchainNZ Submission on Banking Competition 2024"

Introducing our new Executive Council | September Newsletter

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 "BlockchainNZ Submission on Banking Competition 2024"

Meet the New Members of the Blockchain NZ Executive Council

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 "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 to advancing blockchain innovation in Aotearoa New Zealand, we represent a rapidly growing sector that is poised to transform financial services, technology, and the public … 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 Web3 innovation. The report includes case studies, survey data and a comparative analysis of debanking scenarios. Explore the findings and help solve the challenge for … 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 ITP. BlockchainNZ believes there are specific areas the Government should focus on to support the development and growth of blockchain, which will contribute to the … 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 opportunities and risks posed by private innovation in money; how these innovations might impact the Reserve Bank’s objectives as the steward of money; and what … 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 blockchain’s decentralised ledger models in combination with IoT. These gains can also be realised at speed and at low transaction cost. Both the IoT Alliance … Continue reading

19 October 2022

AML/CFT Submission to Ministry of Justice

Blockchain NZ thanks the Ministry of Justice for the opportunity to submit on its Review of the AML/CFT Act consultation document. This submission is in response to sections relating to regulations and obligations of virtual asset service providers. In response to the review, BlockchainNZ are aware of the Ministry’s aspiration to make Aotearoa New Zealand … Continue reading

18 January 2022

CBDC Submission to The Reserve Bank of NZ

We present this submission to the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) in respect of the RBNZ’s consultation on its issues paper on the Future of Money – Central Bank Digital Currency (issues paper).

18 January 2022

2021 Cryptocurrencies Submission

Submission to the finance and expenditure committee’s inquiry into cryptocurrencies On 23 July 2021, the Finance and Expenditure Committee (Committee) commenced an “inquiry into the current and future nature, impact, and risks of crypto-currencies” (Inquiry). The terms of reference to the Inquiry is available here (Terms of Reference). The Terms of Reference were: To inquire into, and … Continue reading

17 January 2022