Understanding the EU Blockchain Regulatory Framework

*Note: To facilitate the discussion, I encourage participants to read all sources provided under the Resource section. The session will be recorded and posted to the GB&TS Website for members who cannot attend. The session will be posted on our website globalbustech.org by Monday, October 12th, 2026, by 11:59 PM EST.

Join us as we discuss the European Union’s evolving blockchain regulatory framework, which is being designed to create legal certainty, support innovation, and harmonize rules across member states. We will explore key legislative initiatives, standards efforts, and public-sector blockchain developments. During the discussion, we will address the following questions listed below.

• What are the advantages and disadvantages of implementing a blockchain regulatory framework?
• Do regulations stifle innovation, specifically blockchain innovation?
• What other countries and parts of the world are developing a blockchain regulatory framework and how do their regulatory standards mirror and differ from Europe?
• Should the US adopt a similar framework?
• What initiatives are taking place in the US to conduct regulatory oversight of blockchain technology?

Resources

• Blockchain - legal and regulatory framework | Shaping Europe’s digital future
• What Is Blockchain and How Does It Work? | Britannica Money
• Cryptocurrency Regulation: A Guide to U.S. & Global Policies | Britannica Money