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UK CBT and Polkadot at UCL: Exploring the Role of UK Digital Assets in the Global Ecosystem

By
UK CBT
September 17, 2024

UK CBT is excited to announce our upcoming event, "How UK Digital Assets Can Fit Into a Global Ecosystem", in collaboration with UCL and Polkadot.Β 

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πŸ—“οΈ Date & Time: Tuesday, 8th October, from 18:30 to 20:30

πŸ“ Location: UCL - Lecture Theatre 115, Torrington Place (1-19)

πŸ”—Register: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1012740061787

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The evening will feature engaging panel discussions, networking opportunities, and insights from leading voices in the blockchain industry. The agenda will cover trending topics such as digital identity, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), the potential of a UK digital pound, and the vast opportunities presented by the Polkadot ecosystem across sectors like education, gaming, and real-world assets (RWAs) and much more.

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Event Agenda:

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  • 18:30 to 18:55: Networking over drinks and pizza
  • 19:00 to 19:25: Panel Discussion – Digital Identity, CBDCs & the GB Digital Poundsome text
    • Moderator: Dr Francesco Pierangeli (UK CBT & Birmingham University)
    • Ingo Rube (Kilt)
    • Claire Conby (DPF)
    • Dr Lisa Cameron (APPG)
  • 19:30 to 19:40: Break
  • 19:45 to 20:05: Panel Discussion – Polkadot Ecosystem: Opportunities from Education to Gaming and RWAssome text
    • Moderator: Chrissy Hill (Parity / Polkadot)
    • Tom Humber (Archisinal)
    • Nick Douzinas (DotPlay)
    • Richard Houldsworth (Xcavate)
    • David Bakk (Polimec)
  • 20:10 to 20:30: Networking and Q&A with panellists

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More speakers to be announced soon.

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Save the date and join us for an inspiring evening of knowledge-sharing and networking.

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