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GBA Business Confidence Index increment on record high

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Time Stamp: April 17, 2023 7:25 AM - Modified On: April 17, 2023 - Published By:
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Resumption of normal travel boosts business confidence HONG KONG, Apr 17, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Standard Chartered and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) today released the GBA Business Confidence Index (GBAI) for the first quarter of 2023. The current performance for "business confidence" jumped 11.8 points to 51.3, which was also the first above-50 print since the fourth quarter of 2021. The expectations index leapt to 61.5, the 16.4 points jump was the biggest on record since GABI was launched in the second quarter of 2020. The

US Treasury Official Keynotes the Future of Money, Governance, and the Law hosted by the Government Blockchain Association (GBA), May 24-25, Washington, DC.

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Time Stamp: March 9, 2023 1:47 PM - Modified On: March 9, 2023 - Published By:
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Washington, DC - The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) announces that D. R. Maurice, speaking in her personal capacity will be a keynote speaker at the "Future of Money, Governance, and the Law" conference on May 24-25, 2023, in the nation’s capital. The conference brings together government officials, industry leaders like Circle (CRCL) and Ciphertrace, a Mastercard company (MA), academia and many others. "D R Maurice is a leading expert in regulatory technology, sandboxes, and CBDC digitalization. She has an extensive track record with central bank governance around the world and joins

Government Blockchain Announces Dino Cataldo Dell”Accio to Lead The GBA Identity Management Working Group

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Time Stamp: January 17, 2023 2:52 PM - Modified On: January 17, 2023 - Published By:
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New York, NY - January 17, 2023 - The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is excited to announce that Mr. Dino Cataldo Dell'Accio will be leading the GBA Identity Management Working Group. He currently serves as the Chief Information Officer of the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF) and leads the UN Digital Transformation Group. He brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role. In 2021, he was presented with the UN Secretary-General Award for his work in applying blockchain technology to the Digital Certificates of Entitlement process of UNJSPF retirees and

The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) Publishes Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM) Overview Document

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Time Stamp: January 17, 2023 10:42 AM - Modified On: January 17, 2023 - Published By:
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Washington, DC - January 17, 2023 - The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is pleased to announce the publication of the Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM) Overview Document. It is available for download at https://gbaglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/01-Blockchain-Matuirity-Model-Overview-v1.0-2.pdf, and provides an in-depth look at the content, structure, use, and maintenance of the GBA BMM. The BMM is a comprehensive framework that includes requirements, resources, and tools applicable to blockchain solutions. A blockchain solution includes all layers (network, protocol, application, and transactions) of the solution. The model is designed to assist government organizations in evaluating and improving their blockchain capabilities. "We are

Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM) Experts are Ready

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Time Stamp: August 12, 2022 2:03 PM - Modified On: August 12, 2022 - Published By:
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Washington, DC, August 12, 2022 – The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) has trained its inaugural class of Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM) experts. These GBA BMM professionals will do Blockchain consulting and participate on Blockchain enterprise appraisals. GBA’s first class of blockchain experts mean Blockchain Maturity evaluations are now underway. Why is the BMM Important? “Governments and organizations around the world are beginning to acquire blockchain solutions. But most do not have the knowledge or framework to distinguish between a reliable solution or a hyped prototype,” said Gerard Dache, Executive Director

Government Association Endorses Blockchain for Elections

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Time Stamp: August 3, 2022 5:28 AM - Modified On: August 3, 2022 - Published By:
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August 3, 2022 – Washington, DC. The 2020 US elections were a painful display of a breakdown in public trust. Declining trust in elections threatens democratic institutions all over the world, and it is imperative we restore it in our democratic institutions. US Federal law requires that overseas, military, and disabled voters have access to remote voting. States permit the use of email, fax, or mail-in ballots. However, many of these methods used today lack the security required to maintain integrity of the election results. The most important aspect in restoring

GBA Launches New Blockchain Assessment Methodology

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Time Stamp: July 25, 2022 4:13 AM - Modified On: July 25, 2022 - Published By:
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Washington, DC, July 23, 2022 – The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) has published the Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM) Assessment Requirements. This is the second published document in the BMM Series. Why is the GBA establishing the Blockchain Maturity Model? “Organizations around the world are beginning to acquire blockchain solutions. The problem is they do not have the knowledge or framework to distinguish between a reliable solution and a hyped prototype.” stated Gerard Dache, Executive Director of the Government Blockchain Association. He continued, “the BMM helps vendors demonstrate their credibility to

Blockchain-Based App Wins UN Secretary-General’s Innovation & Sustainability Award

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Time Stamp: July 23, 2022 6:28 AM - Modified On: July 23, 2022 - Published By:
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July 23, 2022, New York - The UN Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF) partnered with the UN International Computing Center (UNICC) to launch a Digital Certificate of Entitlement (DCE) app to modernize the tracking and eligibility of UN retirees. This app allows retirees to use their smartphone, tablet, or another personal device to submit an electronic certificate of eligibility instead of a paper-based submission. The DCE uses cutting-edge biometric/facial recognition, blockchain, and global positioning technologies to track the eligibility of retirees. The DCE project was piloted in 2020 with retirees

Experts Discuss Funding Blockchain Projects

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Time Stamp: July 21, 2022 10:31 AM - Modified On: July 21, 2022 - Published By:
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WASHINGTON, DC, July 18, 2022 – The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) will host a panel on Funding Blockchain Projects during their Blockchain & Infrastructure conference on September 29-30 at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. “The US government wants to boost spending on blockchain technology by 1000% in 2022, and the blockchain technology market is anticipated to generate $20 billion in earnings by 2024.” said Gerard Dache, Executive Director for the Government Blockchain Association. “The members of this panel are experts in funding blockchain projects. They are recognized thought

Gray Wolf Analytics Joins the Government Blockchain Association (GBA)

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Time Stamp: July 19, 2022 6:46 AM - Modified On: July 19, 2022 - Published By:
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FREDERICTON, N.B. (July 18, 2022) – Gray Wolf Analytics announced that it has joined the ranks of the Government Blockchain Association (GBA), a professional association promoting international collaboration between government and blockchain solutions providers. Comprised of over 5,000 leading industry experts, the GBA represents a large consortium of blockchain technology supporters. Gray Wolf’s partnership with the GBA further signifies the company’s growth as a leader in the crypto forensics space and its commitment to sustaining its ambitious growth trajectory. Since closing its pre-seed round in September, Gray Wolf has been

Former White House Security Council Member Keynotes Government Blockchain Event

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Time Stamp: July 12, 2022 9:28 AM - Modified On: July 12, 2022 - Published By:
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On September 29-30, 2022, government policy makers from around the world will converge in Washington, DC to discuss the economic and security threats related to supply chain. Attendees will learn how blockchain and other web3 innovations might mitigate those risks. The former special assistant to President Trump & President Biden for resilience policy, Mr. Brian Cavanaugh will present a keynote address. Supply Chain attacks are on the rise because supply-chains are becoming more lucrative targets. A hack to a supply chain provides a doorway to all its clients. For example,

Government Blockchain Association (GBA) establishes its French Chapter, with Professor Olivier Bossard as its Chapter Lead

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Time Stamp: June 4, 2022 10:24 AM - Modified On: June 4, 2022 - Published By:
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The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is pleased to announce a new France Chapter, headed by Professor Olivier Bossard as its Chapter Lead. Gerard Dache, executive director of GBA globally, welcomed the news: “Olivier has been a supportive member of GBA for some time, and we welcome his formal appointment as France Chapter Lead. France is well known internationally as a hub for Fintech, and it is great to see developing an active GBA chapter in France, under Olivier's leadership.” Shiv Aggarwal, Regional Director of GBA for the EMA region, commented