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Icelandic Blockchain Foundation
the leader in blockchain
and cryptocurrency innovation
and adoption.
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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
No upcoming events
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Recent articles
April newsletter
A lot has happened since the last newsletter. We gathered the most important news from the last...
Ending the 10-Year Bull Market, Bitcoin’s Relation to Global Macros, and the Icelandic Recovery
Managing Director of the Icelandic Blockchain Foundation provides insights in an interview
Announcing the PR and Social Media Working Group
The brand of Iceland within the Blockchain/Cryptocurrency space is uniquely positioned. Therefore...
Bitcoin Anniversary Week
It is hard to believe that it has been ten years already, not only since the creation of Bitcoin...
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Working groups
Developers
Lead by Einar Alexander Eymundsson
The developers group hosts regular meetups on blockchain implementations, cryptography and other related topics
Mining
Lead by Daniel F. Jonsson
The mining group works on educating people on how mining works. It also hosts meetups to bring the industry together.
Legislation
Lead by Hlynur Þór Björnsson
The legislation groups discusses various legal challenges and proposes new bills to be implemented by the Icelandic Parliament.
Public Relations
Lead by Chris McClure
Oversees outreach, public relations and social media for the Foundation.
Bitcoin
Lead by Gísli Kristjánsson
The Bitcoin community in Iceland. Hosts a monthly meetup on the second Monday of every month.
Auroracoin
Lead by Pétur Árnason
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 Kristjan Mikaelsson
A group around adoption and the playful aspects of cryptocurrencies.
