EBSI at the European Blockchain Convention
date: 07/05/2021
EBSI at the European Blockchain Convention
From 12-16 April 2021, the European Blockchain Convention held its fifth conference on the blockchain industry in Europe. This one-week event brought together experts and professionals from across the globe to discuss the development and future of blockchain in Europe.
Peteris Zilgalvis, Head of Unit (Digital Innovation and Blockchain from DG CONNECT), together with other representatives of national governments and a private company, spoke about the adoption of blockchain in the public sector.
Joao Rodrigues Frade, Head of Sector of the European Commission's Digital Building Blocks, along with European Blockchain Partnership representatives spoke about how governments are using blockchain technology to provide cybersecurity, process optimisation, and integration of hyperconnected services whilst promoting trust and accountability.
This event prompted more interest in the EBSI project and the opportunities it brings to public sector. Missed the presentations? Check out the recordings on Blockchain Moves to the Public Sector and Public & Private Sector Collaboration in the Blockchain Space.