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Icelandic Blockchain Foundation
Our mission is to make Iceland
the leader in blockchain
and cryptocurrency innovation
and adoption.
Monthly updates and news, never spam
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About the foundation
Icelandic Blockchain Foundation
The Foundation was created on the 29th of March 2015 (originally Auraráð). The Foundation was established by a collective of individuals with a shared vision of the positive impact that cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology can have on the Icelandic economy.
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Events
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Recent posts
ISX.is becomes a registered financial entity
A cryptocurrency exchange in Iceland received its license from the Financial Supervisory Authority...
IBF launches a new distributed website with IPFS 🎉
The Foundation is proud to announce that we have launched our newly crafted website with the help...
The Icelandic FinTech Cluster is born
Wednesday was a big day for the Icelandic Blockchain Foundation. Not only did we celebrate the ten...
Cryptocurrency Scavenger Hunt
The Community Engagement team at IBF hosted an awesome scavenger hunt in downtown Reykjavík....
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Working groups
Developer
Lead by Einar Eymundsson
The developer group hosts regular meetups on blockchain implementations, cryptography and other related topics
Mining
Lead by Atli Óðinsson
The mining group works on educating people on how to set up their mining equipment. Meets up every two months.
Legislation
Lead by Kristján Ingi Mikaelsson
The legislation groups discusses various legal challenges and proposes new bills to be implemented.
PR and Social
Lead by Chris McClure
Oversees outreach, public relations and social media for the Foundation.
Bitcoin
Lead by Jason
The Bitcoin community in Iceland. Hosts a monthly meetup on the second Monday of every month.
Auroracoin
Lead by Mikki
The Auroracoin group leverages IBF resources and liasons with the Auroracoin offical team to promote awareness, adoption and develop real-world solutions.
Education
Lead by Erna Sigurðardóttir
The education group gives talks and produces content to spread awareness of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
Community Engagement
Lead by Brian Goldberg
A group around adoption and the playful aspects of cryptocurrencies.
