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Blockchain Council of the Philippines Strengthens Partnerships
The Board of Trustees of the Blockchain Council of the Philippines, together with USEC. Francesca M. Del Rosario, Information Manager of the Budget and Management Department, officially opened the Annual General Membership program.
MANILA, Philippines — The Blockchain Council of the Philippines held its annual general meeting of members on June 19, 2024 in Enderun, Capitol Commons, Pasig City, marking a pivotal moment in the organization’s growth.
The annual membership meeting aims to strengthen the council through partnerships, introduce a dynamic advisory board and welcome new members into the fold.
Dr. Donald Lim, President of DITO ECM, set the tone for the event with his opening remarks, highlighting the importance of collaboration in the advancement of blockchain technology.
One of the highlights of the event was the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with several key partners, which marked significant steps towards the Council’s mission to improve the adoption and education of blockchain technology.
Pantheon Holdings, led by President Brian Poe Llamanzares, has solidified its commitment to the blockchain community by signing a memorandum of understanding aimed at providing exclusive benefits to members.
“With Pantheon’s multiple subsidiaries in the food and beverage industry, we can extend special discounts to our Blockchain Council members,” Llamanzares shared. These discounts will be redeemable at select Pantheon partner companies, enhancing the value proposition of blockchain membership.
Another notable partnership was struck with Oracle Media Group (OMG), as its COO, Faye Abrihan, signed a memorandum of understanding to launch a dedicated cryptocurrency news section on the Negosyante News website .
Dr. Donald Lim, President of DITO ECM; Faye Abrihan, COO of Oracle Media Group; Brian Poe Llamanzares, President of Pantheon Holdings; and Sheree Gotuaco, founder and CEO of Scarletbox.io, signed the memorandum of understanding during the annual general meeting of members.
“With this partnership, we are excited to launch a section dedicated to Crypto News. This platform will highlight innovations, particularly from the Blockchain Council, and support the community by featuring their editorial contributions on blockchain and cryptocurrency,” Abrihan said.
“We welcome any announcements regarding your work in the cryptocurrency field. It is our pleasure to review them and consider the possibility of publishing them through our editorial. It’s our way of helping the community, so feel free to send us your items,” added Llamanzares.
This collaboration will allow members of the Blockchain Council of the Philippines to share news updates and contribute editorial content on cryptocurrency and related topics.
The event also celebrated the Council’s international collaboration with Blockchain Australia, represented by its founder, Ronald Tucker. “Tonight we take another step forward in our commitment to international collaboration. This MOU represents not only a partnership but also the future of blockchain technology and its potential to advance education and economic growth,” Tucker noted.
Additionally, the Blockchain Council of the Philippines proudly introduced its new advisory board: Raymond Babst, president and CEO of Direct Agent 5, Inc. (DA5); Mr. Nichel Gaba, Founder and CEO of PDAX; Mr. Jay Ricky Villarante, CEO of Moneybees and 8Ventures; and Mr. Wei Zhou, CEO of Coins.ph.
Each advisor has committed to supporting the Council’s mission, supporting the ethical use of blockchain, prioritizing decentralization, security and trust, and promoting continuous learning and collaboration. They are committed to working with government bodies to promote innovative solutions that benefit society, ensuring that blockchain serves the greater good.
Dr. Donald Lim, Attorney Mark Gorriceta, Ida Tiongson and Gail Concepcion Cruz-Macapagal welcomed Raymond A. Babst, President and CEO of DA5; Nichel Gaba, founder and CEO of Philippine Digital Assets Exchange; and Jay Ricky Villarante, CEO of Moneybees and 8Ventures Pte. Ltd., as the new advisory board of the Blockchain Council of the Philippines.
Furthermore, the lawyer Mark Gorriceta announced the launch of the Philippine Blockchain Report 2024. This collaborative effort aims to provide a comprehensive report on blockchain, offering insights into the current state of the ecosystem and the latest trends.
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With these newly formed partnerships and the introduction of the Advisory Board and new members, the Blockchain Council of the Philippines remains steadfast in its mission to improve the regulatory framework for blockchain technology in the country. The Council continues to support education, government collaboration and community support in promoting more secure and widespread adoption of blockchain.