Blockchain Impact Forum: Day 1 - Chains of Change 2025
Welcome to Day 1 of the Blockchain Impact Forum, hosted by the United Nations Develop Programme's (UNDP) AltFinLab and co-hosted by the Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA).
About
Day 1 of the Blockchain Impact Forum sets the stage for global dialogue on the future of blockchain for good. This day brings together international organizations, policymakers, blockchain industry leaders, civil society and academia representatives for high-level panels and roundtable conversations.
Through thought-provoking discussions, Day 1 will explore how blockchain is reshaping governance, finance, sustainability, and digital inclusion, and will culminate in the launch of the annual BGA Impact Report — capturing global insights, outcomes, and the path forward for the Alliance.
What to Expect?
🎤 Keynotes & High-Level Panels
Hear directly from government officials from across regions, UN leaders, regulators, and industry experts as they examine the opportunities and challenges of blockchain adoption for sustainable development.
🌐 Policy & Ecosystem Dialogues
Engage in cross-sector conversations on responsible innovation, from regulatory frameworks to international cooperation, and from public-private partnerships to the ethics of blockchain.
💡 Impact Perspectives
Gain insights into how blockchain solutions are driving measurable progress across the SDGs, and how blockchain can shift public goods forward in the next decade.
📊 The BGA Impact Report
The day forms the foundation of the inaugural BGA Impact Report, highlighting achievements, lessons, and future priorities for the global blockchain-for-good movement.
Tentative Agenda
09:00–09:30 – Registration Opens
09:30–09:35 – Opening Remarks
By United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
09:35–09:45 – Keynote Address
By Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA)
09:55–10:35 – Panel Discussion
Blockchain for Global Impact: Emerging Needs and Shared Opportunities
10:35–11:05 – Coffee Break & Networking
11:05–11:45 – Panel Discussion
Cross-Border Governance for Emerging Technologies: Aligning Blockchain with Public Mandates
11:45–11:55 – Spotlight Session
Project Keynote
11:55–12:50 – Panel Discussion
SDG Blockchain Accelerator - Accelerating Blockchain Solutions for a Sustainable Future
12:50–13:30 – Fireside Chat
Leaders in Action: How Top Web3 Companies Embrace Impact
13:30–13:45 – Keynote
BGA: State of the Industry
14:00–15:00 – Lunch Break
15:10–15:50 – Panel Discussion
Protocols with Purpose
15:50–16:30 – Panel Discussion
Regulating the Future: Global Perspectives on Web3 Governance
16:30–17:10 – Panel Discussion
Educating Blockchain: A Take from DeSci
17:10–17:30 – Wrap-Up Session
Summary and reflections on Day 1
17:30 – Closing
End of Day 1 Programme
Why Attend?
Whether you are:
A policymaker shaping national or regional digital strategies,
An international organization or NGO advancing sustainable development,
An investor or corporate leader exploring responsible innovation and blockchain,
Or a researcher or academic studying the intersection of blockchain and social good
Day 1 connects you with the world’s decision-makers and thought leaders driving blockchain adoption at the highest levels.
Strictly by approval only.