The Blockchain State Conference
The second edition of “The Blockchain State” built upon the foundations laid in 2023. While the first event explored potential applications of blockchain technology in the public sector, this year’s conference, organized by NASK and the Ministry of Digital Affairs, focused on the strategic role of blockchain in the state’s digital transformation and cybersecurity landscape.
What Was Discussed?
The conference explored key developments at the intersection of blockchain and digital public infrastructure. Discussions focused on financial market infrastructure, the evolution of stablecoins, and tokenization. Highlights included European initiatives under the Digital Europe Programme, the Path to the Digital Decade 2030 policy roadmap, the launch of the multi-country Europeum-EDIC project, the role of EBSI in enabling verifiable credentials.
Fueling Blockchain Growth
While participants broadly recognize the benefits of blockchain, they highlight the need for peer exchange on practical solutions and real-world deployments—especially in the public sector. Together with the Ministry of Digital Affairs and a broad network of experts, NASK is exploring how the state can not only support but also co-develop blockchain-driven innovation, including within regulated environments. The core ambition is to translate blockchain’s unique features into citizen-focused applications that enhance trust, security, and digital convenience. The conference also outlined key priorities for national digital policy in the blockchain space—emphasizing the need to adapt legal and regulatory frameworks to remove unnecessary barriers and enable blockchain adoption across public administration and beyond.
Applications of EBSI Technology
European Cooperation and Public-Sector Deployment
Overview of the development of the European Blockchain Services Infrastructure (EBSI) and the role of the Polish node at NASK, including its validation status.
Digital Identity and Interoperability
Analysis of the European digital identity framework (eIDAS 2.0), with a focus on sovereign identity and cross-border interoperability.
Blockchain in Finance and Digital Asset Markets
Discussion of blockchain use in settlements, registration, and trading of securities. Challenges related to scalability and lack of global standards were highlighted.
Regulatory Landscape
Examination of Polish and EU conditions for implementing blockchain regulations, particularly MiCA and the DLT Pilot Regime, and their projected impact on the market.
Stablecoin Market Development
Exploration of the role of the US dollar in global payments, stablecoin liquidity, and how blockchain can enhance financial system stability.
Bond Tokenization
Case studies of existing bond tokenization projects in Europe (e.g. Santander, EBI, Daimler) and their potential benefits in lowering issuance costs.
Technology Infrastructure and Paradigm Shift
Discussion of the fast-evolving Ethereum-based ecosystem and its implications for the future of institutional blockchain adoption.Watch the Blockchain State Conference Recap
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