Regulation of digital assets is moving from theory to practice, with policymakers under pressure to balance innovation and oversight. Alex Stein, conference director of the London Blockchain Conference, shares his perspective on why regulation has become the focal point of this year’s event and what delegates can expect from senior voices.
As the digital asset ecosystem matures, the conversation around regulation has shifted from ‘if’ to ‘how’. The fintech and blockchain communities are no longer debating whether regulation is necessary. The focus has shifted to effective, practical rules that can support innovation while ensuring it scales responsibly.
This is precisely the focus of the upcoming London Blockchain Conference (LBC), which has established itself as the premier gathering for the global blockchain, Web3 and fintech communities. Among the many highlights this year is a rare opportunity to hear directly from those shaping the regulatory landscape.
Jane Moore, head of department – payments and digital assets at the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), will take the stage to offer a regulator’s inside view of the fast-evolving digital asset environment. Moore will discuss how the FCA is approaching the oversight of digital assets, the development of industry guidelines and the challenges of striking the right balance between fostering innovation and ensuring market integrity.
Her presentation is a significant draw for policymakers, industry leaders and fintech innovators eager to understand how upcoming regulatory frameworks will shape the way they build, scale and deploy blockchain powered solutions.
Why regulation matters now
The digital asset market has seen rapid growth in the past five years, with a surge in tokenised assets, decentralised finance (DeFi) protocols, and central bank digital currency (CBDC) pilot programs. But with growth comes risk. The collapse of high-profile exchanges, volatile token prices, and high-profile hacks have put pressure on regulators globally to act.
Clear, consistent, and practical regulation is no longer optional, it’s essential. The conference is where the people shaping this regulation come face to face with those building the technology. This is where the future of blockchain and fintech is mapped out and we’re proud to provide that platform.
The London Blockchain Conference advantage
The London Blockchain Conference is uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology, policy and enterprise adoption. Unlike events that focus solely on crypto speculation or hype, LBC emphasises utility, compliance and scalability – the pillars that make blockchain a serious contender for global financial infrastructure.
Attendees will hear from regulators, government officials, technology innovators, and enterprise leaders who are pioneering blockchain use in areas like supply chain traceability, identity management and cross-border payments.
Workshops and panel sessions will explore topics such as:
- The evolving UK and EU regulatory landscape for crypto assets
- CBDC development and its impact on private stablecoins
- DeFi compliance frameworks and what they mean for builders
- How Web3 identity solutions can enable privacy-preserving regulation
Crucially, the conference facilitates open dialogue between policymakers and technologists. For fintech companies, this is a rare chance to influence regulatory thinking, share pain points and collaborate on building frameworks that work in practice – not just in theory.
A must-attend for the fintech community
The London Blockchain Conference is a chance to be in the room where these decisions and debates are happening. Whether you’re a payments provider, a neobank, a Web3 startup or a compliance officer, understanding the regulatory trajectory is key to future-proofing your business strategy.
The presence of senior voices like FCA’s Moore and Amit Thawani, CIO insurance, pensions and investments, Lloyds Banking underscores the conference’s status as a serious forum for policy dialogue. When paired with the industry’s top innovators and enterprise leaders, LBC offers a comprehensive view of where blockchain and fintech are headed next.
In an industry where the rules of the game are still being written, being part of the conversation is not just valuable it’s vital.
Book a seat at the London Blockchain Conference by registering here.
The London Blockchain Conference will take place on 22 to 23 October at Evolution London, Battersea Park, Queenstown Rd, Chelsea Brg, London SW11 4NJ.
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