The UK Centre for Blockchain Technologies was proud to participate in the launch of the FGV Fundação Getulio Vargas Centre for Digital Finance, marking an important moment for Brazil’s digital finance landscape.

University College London (UCL) continues to operate its XRPL validator as part of the Unique Node List, supporting network integrity, decentralised governance, and academic research collaboration in the XRP Ledger ecosystem.

The UK Centre for Blockchain Technologies participated in the London Blockchain Conference, with Deputy Director Dr. Francesco Pierangeli contributing to panels.

The UK Centre for Blockchain Technologies attended the Polkadot Gala Dinner at the House of Lords, celebrating Web3 education, innovation, and collaboration across the UK blockchain ecosystem.

The UK Centre for Blockchain Technologies supported CRC2025 in Athens, with Deputy Director Dr. Francesco Pierangeli participating in a plenary panel on digital-asset regulation, alongside global academic, industry, and policy leaders.

New report released by the UK Centre for Blockchain Technologies (UK CBT) in collaboration with Ripple and CB Insights explores key trends and insights in the digital asset landscape.

UK CBT Contributes to Landmark White Paper on UK's Crypto-Asset Regulatory Competitiveness

UK CBT showcased cutting-edge blockchain research at XRP Ledger Apex 2025 in Singapore. Our team presented on DeFi innovation, crypto security, cross-chain interoperability, and policy frameworks across multiple sessions from 10-12 June.

UK CBT presents a paper on AMM-based DEXs on the XRP Ledger at IEEE ICBC 2025 in Pisa, highlighting research in blockchain and decentralised exchange design.

UK CBT Co-Founder Nikhil Vagdama has been invited to speak at the Parliamentary Blockchain Roundtable on 3rd June at the Houses of Parliament, addressing blockchain policy, innovation, and the UK’s digital economy.

Dr Francesco Pierangeli speaks at PugliaTechs Talks at Università LUM about the importance of blockchain technology and its role in the digitisation efforts in Europe.

UK CBT representatives attended UNICEF and GSR Foundation’s London event exploring how blockchain and crypto can scale philanthropic impact for children and underserved communities globally.

UK CBT co-led a session on governing digital infrastructure at Harvard’s GEM25, highlighting the roles of blockchain and AI in building inclusive and transparent systems for emerging economies.

UK CBT co-hosted the 7th Blockchain International Scientific Conference at UCL, in partnership with the British Blockchain Association, bringing together global experts to explore blockchain’s role in science, policy, and sustainable development.

The fifth XRPL Residency Demo Day spotlighted gamified blockchain applications across education, finance, fitness, and entertainment, highlighting the growing focus on usability and real-world impact.

The UK Centre for Blockchain Technologies co-hosted the London Policy Summit on 1st April 2025, advancing cross-sector dialogue on tokenisation and crypto-asset regulation in the UK.

Dr. Francesco Pierangeli spoke at Google’s Central Saint Giles office on 11th March 2025, discussing how blockchain, stablecoins, and cloud infrastructure can modernise global payments.

UK Centre for Blockchain Technologies launched in London announcing founding academic members and agenda for 2025.