The Center for Digital Assets and RegTech at the Lahore University of Management Sciences is set to host a high-profile Leadership Summit on Blockchain and Digital Assets this May. The event, titled Technology Policy Financial Innovation, aims to bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and academic experts to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of distributed ledger technology and its implications for the global and local financial systems. Scheduled to take place on May 2 and May 3, 2026, the summit will be hosted at the Suleman Dawood School of Business within the LUMS campus in Lahore.This intensive two-day workshop is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the technical and regulatory challenges facing the blockchain sector today. The program will run from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM each day and features a packed agenda including interactive panel discussions, specialized lecture sessions, and visionary keynote addresses.
By focusing on the intersection of technology and policy, the summit intends to foster a collaborative environment where stakeholders can discuss the future of financial innovation and the necessary regulatory frameworks to support sustainable growth in the digital asset space.The summit is honored to feature Mr. Bilal Bin Saqib, the Minister of State and Chairman of the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority, who will be delivering the keynote address. His participation is particularly significant given the ongoing efforts to formalize the virtual asset sector and integrate blockchain solutions into the national economy. Alongside the Minister, the event will host several other distinguished guests and subject matter experts who will share insights on decentralized finance, digital currencies, and the role of RegTech in maintaining financial stability while encouraging technological advancement.CeDAR has emphasized that this summit serves as a critical platform for professionals and enthusiasts to gain a deeper understanding of how digital assets are reshaping traditional financial structures.
The curriculum of the workshop is structured to cater to a wide range of participants, from tech developers to corporate executives and government officials. Registration for the event is currently open through the official LUMS portal, and interested parties are encouraged to sign up early due to the anticipated high demand for this specialized leadership training.For those interested in the specific topics and session timings, a detailed agenda in PDF format has been made available by the organizers. The Center for Digital Assets and RegTech continues to be at the forefront of digital transformation research in the region, and this summit represents a key milestone in their mission to bridge the gap between emerging technologies and practical policy implementation. Any inquiries regarding the summit or coordination for the two-day event can be directed to the CeDAR administrative team via their dedicated institutional email address.
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