The IOTA Foundation is deepening its presence in the United Kingdom by becoming a member of CryptoUK, the country’s leading trade association for the crypto and digital asset sector. This move aims to strengthen IOTA’s role in shaping policy, promoting blockchain adoption, and driving innovation in one of the world’s fastest-evolving crypto markets.
IOTA’s Real-World Impact in UK Pilot Projects
IOTA’s open-source distributed ledger technology (DLT) is already being tested in key UK government-backed initiatives. Through the Trade Worldwide Information Network (TWIN), IOTA is helping digitize critical trade documents, streamline supply chains, and improve cross-border trade efficiency.
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As part of the UK Border Trade Demonstrator trials, IOTA’s DLT has proven capable of reducing border delays and enhancing transparency. Notable projects include monitoring poultry imports from the European Union and improving food sector border security—both funded by the UK Cabinet Office and aligned with the TWIN Foundation’s global agenda.
Strengthening Industry Collaboration Through CryptoUK
By joining CryptoUK, IOTA positions itself to influence UK blockchain policy at a pivotal moment. The membership allows IOTA to engage directly with key regulatory bodies, including the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and HM Treasury.
Speaking on the partnership, IOTA co-founder Dominik Schiener said:
“The UK is quickly establishing itself as a global leader in regulatory innovation for digital assets. By joining CryptoUK, we’re not only strengthening our presence in this key market—we’re also bringing real-world insights to help shape a future where blockchain supports secure, transparent systems on a global scale.”
UK’s Evolving Regulatory Landscape Creates New Opportunities
The UK is rapidly becoming a more favorable environment for blockchain innovation. The FCA is currently exploring easing restrictions on crypto exchange-traded notes (ETNs) for retail investors—a move that could open new growth avenues for IOTA and other blockchain innovators.
Since its founding in 2015, the IOTA Foundation has driven adoption across supply chains, digital identity, and public-sector solutions. With an international footprint spanning Germany, Switzerland, the UAE, and now an expanded presence in the UK, IOTA is well-positioned to accelerate blockchain adoption across industries.
IOTA’s entry into CryptoUK marks a key step in its UK strategy, boosting both its influence on policy and its potential to deliver real-world blockchain solutions.
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