London Blockchain Conference Jun 04, 2025, 13:29 ET Leading industry figures explore blockchain's transformative impact on finance LONDON, June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The London Blockchain event series successfully held its first-ever Finance Summit on June 3, convening top global leaders, innovators, and key decision makers where blockchain technology meets financial services. Hosted at Clifford Chance’s London head office in partnership with Global Digital Finance (GDF) and the European Blockchain Association, the summit offered cutting-edge perspectives on regulation, infrastructure, and practical blockchain applications in finance. The agenda covered topics including blockchain regulation and the merging of traditional finance (TradFi) with decentralized finance (DeFi). Esteemed speakers and moderators from institutions like Standard Chartered, UBS, Deutsche Bank, Vodafone, and JPMorgan shared insights. Diego Ballon Ossio, Partner at Clifford Chance, opened the event stating, “It’s encouraging to see crypto professionals and TradFi experts collaborating to create innovative solutions. These discussions mark a sophisticated evolution in digital assets, positioning Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) as the next financial services cornerstone. ” Alex Stein, London Blockchain Conference Director, emphasized, “The Finance Summit demonstrated blockchain’s transition from a peripheral technology to core financial infrastructure. By uniting banks, startups, policymakers, and innovators, we are shaping the future of financial services through regulatory progress and real-world deployments. ” About the London Blockchain Conference Uniting Enterprise, AI & Web3 The London Blockchain Conference highlights how blockchain technology revolutionizes data management, scalable on-chain solutions, and innovation. Through insightful, engaging events, it educates and connects professionals, showcasing blockchain breakthroughs, major announcements, product launches, and thought leadership via keynotes and panels. Session Highlights: 1. Blockchain Regulation: Moderated by Madeleine Boys (GDF), speakers included Laurent Marochini (Standard Chartered), Reginald Tumusiime (Blockchain Association Uganda), Ron Tarter, and Angus Brown. - Regulatory frameworks have rapidly evolved globally over the past six months. - The US adopts comparatively permissive policies favoring fintech and stablecoins (e. g. , Genius Act), while the EU leads with comprehensive rules under MICA. - African countries like South Africa, Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda are advancing digital asset regulation aligning with increasing private sector adoption. - Despite some regulatory fragmentation worldwide, jurisdictions share most core principles; collaboration remains essential. 2. Convergence of TradFi and DeFi: Moderated by Elise Soucie Watts (GDF), with speakers Adeline Bachellerie (Banque de France), Anna Dinescu (Hilbert Capital), and Munder Shuhum (Pearls Capital). - TradFi and DeFi ecosystems are rapidly merging; regulators and firms should view them cohesively. - Blockchain and tokenization represent natural modernization rather than entirely new systems. - Regulatory uncertainty persists as a key adoption barrier. - TradFi expertise accelerates DeFi, especially in real-world asset tokenization. - Adoption must focus on scalable business benefits, not novelty use cases. 3. Evolution of Digital Currencies: Moderated by Bilal Jafar (Dow Jones), with speakers from Bitwise, Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, Citi, and SAP. - True enterprise adoption requires moving beyond hype to strategic planning emphasizing change management and risk control. - Regulatory mindsets have matured, recognizing blockchain as foundational infrastructure tied to AI and green tech trends. - Integrating digital asset risk within existing frameworks is critical; lessons from cloud computing transitions apply.

- Structural organizational change is necessary for blockchain-driven transformation beyond mere efficiency gains. 4. Real-World Applications in Finance: Moderated by Madeline Boys (GDF), speakers included Vodafone, J. P. Morgan, and UBS leaders. - Blockchain adoption is shifting from technological focus to practical uses, such as smart contracts for precise settlements. - Executive understanding of blockchain technology is vital for wider adoption. - The Bank of England’s Digital Security Sandbox has attracted nine firms testing blockchain innovations in its initial phase. 5. Blockchain's Operational Efficiency Impact: Moderated by Previn Singh (GDF), with experts from Credit Suisse, Citigroup, and SAP. - Blockchain enhances transaction lifecycles, compliance, and auditing efficiencies, cutting settlement times and enabling real-time data sharing. - Collateral management and remittance processes benefit through automation and stablecoin use. - Reduced need for outsourced back-office functions drives cost savings in financial institutions. 6. Strategies for Blockchain Integration: Moderated by Alex Stein (London Blockchain), featuring leaders from Tokenovate, Schroder, Teranode Group, and Banca Sella. - Standardization and regulatory alignment are crucial for blockchain adoption, especially around tokenized assets and smart contracts. - Fintechs lead innovation while larger banks gradually adopt as regulatory clarity improves. - Industry-wide dialogue—from regulators to competitors—is necessary to advance blockchain integration. 7. Future-Proofing Financial Institutions: Moderated by Adriana Ennab (GDF), speakers included Deutsche Bank, Bitwise, and Rekord AG representatives. - Government support, particularly from the US and EU, has propelled blockchain adoption over the past 12–18 months. - Despite institutional inertia, blockchain addresses key challenges like collateral management, generating significant cost savings. - Early adoption by retail and fintech sectors lowers barriers for broader institutional uptake. Photo & Media: https://mma. prnewswire. com/media/2703269/LondonBlockchain_Finance_Summit. jpg SOURCE London Blockchain Conference --- Additional London Blockchain event news: - Partnership with Scotland Blockchain & Digital Trust Taskforce (SBDTT) to advance Scotland’s blockchain revolution. - Announcement of the first Finance Summit in partnership with Clifford Chance, Tokenovate, and GDF. Explore topics including Banking & Financial Services, Computer & Electronics, and Blockchain innovations.