London – Input Output (IO), the blockchain infrastructure and research company best known as the driving force behind Cardano, has officially joined Cryptouk, the leading trade association for the UK’s digital asset industry.
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Founded in 2017, Cryptouk represents over 100 organizations, from exchanges and managers to payment providers, law firms and fintechs. The group places the UK at the forefront of global crypto innovation, advocating for transparent, proportional regulations and highest standards of consumer protection.
It also serves as the secretariat for the All-Party Parliament Group (APPG) of Crypto and Digital Assets, helping to create informed dialogues between Congress, regulators and the industry.
Promotion of policy in the UK
Cynthia Yang, Lieutenant Governor of IO and Director of Regulation and Government Affairs, emphasized the importance of industry-government cooperation.
“The UK is one of the most important markets for blockchain innovation, and strong cooperation between the industry and policy makers is essential for its future. By participating in Cryptouk, we look forward to contributing our technical and policy expertise to form a regulatory environment that protects consumers while promoting responsible growth.”
Cynthia Yang, Associate General Counsel and IO Director of Regulation and Government Affairs
Welcome blockchain pioneers
In the case of Cryptouk, IO membership brings large blockchain innovators to the fold. Founded to advance a sustainable Web3 ecosystem, IO is recognized worldwide for its pioneering research and engineering of blockchain infrastructure. Its flagship project, Cardano, has become one of the world’s leading platforms with applications spanning smart contracts, financial inclusion and digital identity.
Su Carpenter, executive director of Cryptouk, welcomed IO as a valuable partner.
“Their pioneering work behind Cardano brings both scale and sustainability to the table. IO’s continuous innovation strengthens collective efforts to ensure that the UK is a major hub for digital assets, from smart contracts to real-world applications.”
Su Carpenter, Executive Director of Cryptouk
Why is it important?
IO’s involvement reflects the growing importance of the UK as a UK crypto hub, indicating the broader industry driving force for directly engaged in regulatory conversations. With over 100 members, Cryptouk has become a central forum for shaping policies and promoting recruitment.
By participating, IO lends a global perspective rooted in research, scalability and sustainability, and helps create a framework where innovation and consumer protection can collaborate.
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