On 18 July cryptocurrency experts from major international companies will gather in Paris during the Blockchain & Bitcoin Conference, the big event dedicated to cryptocurrencies, blockchain and ICOs.
The event will take place in conference + demozone format. Guests will hear expert presentations as well as presentations of innovative solutions from Blockchain start-ups.
The Blockchain in France: big changes coming soon
According to the French Finance Minister, the country plans to become a leader of the European fintech . This is confirmed by the recent actions of the authorities.
In March 2018, the French financial regulator AMF declared a bill that recognizes the ICO as a legal method of investment. A month later, the Council of State proposed to reduce taxes taken from cryptocurrency transactions from 45% to 19%. Cryptocurrency capital gains have been proposed to be assimilated to movable assets.
Distributed register technologies are discussed in parliament. The largest banks, such as BNP Paribas, Societe Generale and RCI Bank, are experimenting with the implementation of blockchain transactions, and National Bank is assisting blockchain start-ups.
Recent changes show that the state is interested in the development of the business blockchain and the crypto-market , because the crypto-French community warmly welcomes events that promote blockchaintechnology.
Who will speak and what will be discussed?
Stefano Tempesta, Regional Director (Microsoft), will give a " Blockchain for Business " presentation . He will talk about smart contracts , cybersecurity and will report real cases of blockchain integration in your business.
The founder and SEO of Chaineum Lauren Lelup will give a presentation on " New Opportunities forBlockchain Use in Industry and the State ". The expert will discuss trends in the use of blockchain and its innovation capabilities.
Marc Durant, blockchain leader at IBM Cloud France will present on " Blockchain Projects in Industry with Hyperledger Fabric: Feedback and Prospects ".Demozone
In addition, the guests of Blockchain & Bitcoin Conference France will have the opportunity to visit the demozone, where companies working in the blockchain industry will present their projects.The event will also provide time for networking: companies will be able to find business partners, establish business connections and sign contracts.