ZUG, 30 SEPTEMBER 2024. The Partisia Blockchain Foundation announces the appointment of Adrienne Youngman as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective 1 September 2024. This pivotal hire reinforces the organization’s mission to drive adoption of our unique public blockchain and amplify its global impact in bringing interoperability and privacy-preserving computation to the entire ecosystem.
Adrienne brings a diverse background in business and brand strategy, entrepreneurship, commercial execution and Web3 innovation. She began her career in brand and business strategy for FTSE 100 companies and went on to lead global communications, PR and social initiatives for Captain Morgan globally, as well as managing the rums business in Europe. Under her leadership, Captain Morgan achieved over-delivery on targets for two consecutive years. Adrienne later co-founded and successfully sold two service businesses in Asia, with clients that included Heineken, HSBC and Rio Tinto.
In Web3, Adrienne has worked on DAO tooling, digital identity and decentralized infrastructure, driving adoption across major Web3 communities. Most recently, she led growth initiatives at POKT Network, where she spearheaded efforts to scale decentralized RPC infrastructure.
In her new role at Partisia Blockchain Foundation, Adrienne will focus on driving product adoption, step-changing awareness and fostering strong community engagement. Her execution of the vision will be instrumental in elevating the Foundation’s presence and accelerating its impact as a leader in privacy-preserving blockchain solutions.
Kurt Nielsen, Council President of the Partisia Blockchain Foundation, says:
“Adrienne brings a vibrant energy and a clear Web3 focus that will take the project to the next level. Some of you already met her at our event at Token2049 in Singapore, where I had the great pleasure to jointly outline our adoption strategy on RWA and DeFi with Adrienne. I truly believe that she will bring the skillset our organization needs at the right time to grow and prosper.”
Before joining Partisia Blockchain Foundation, Adrienne held various roles in both Web3 startups and major global brands, demonstrating her ability to cut through noise and deliver business outcomes. Her experience across multiple industries and geographies positions her to lead Partisia Blockchain into its next phase of growth.
Partisia Blockchain Foundation is pleased to welcome Adrienne Youngman to its team and looks forward to her contributions in driving the Foundation’s mission and adoption of its cutting-edge technology.
About Partisia Blockchain Foundation:
Partisia Blockchain Foundation brings unparalleled opportunities by empowering privacy-preserving, interoperable and sustainable innovation for fairness and transparency. It fuels the most secure and efficient networks to solve global problems. Distilled with more than 30 years of rigorous research, Partisia Blockchain future-proofs solutions, solves tomorrow’s challenges by powering fair, secure, distribution of benefits. While preserving privacy and confidentiality, it brings accountable, transparent and decentralized governance. Learn more: www.PartisiaBlockchain.com
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The second and final day of Token2049 is a wrap! Today was packed with discussions around the future of Web3, the power of tokenization, and the role of stablecoins in the financial system. With numerous panels and networking sessions, here are the highlights from day two:
A key theme today was the growing potential of tokenization to transform asset ownership. From real estate to commodities, speakers discussed how blockchain technology can enable the tokenization of real-world assets, making them more liquid and accessible. By creating digital representations of physical assets, tokenization is not only democratizing investment opportunities but also improving the efficiency and transparency of asset transfers.
Stablecoins, and their relationship with Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), sparked lively debate. The discussion centered on how stablecoins serve as a bridge between traditional financial systems and digital assets, offering liquidity and stability. Meanwhile, panelists explored the global race for CBDCs, with nations such as China and Singapore leading the charge. The consensus was clear: both stablecoins and CBDCs will play critical roles in the future financial ecosystem, though there are still challenges regarding regulation and interoperability to address.
As Web3 continues to evolve, privacy and data security were identified as critical issues. Panelists explored how privacy-preserving technologies, such as zero-knowledge proofs and multiparty computation (MPC), can help secure user data in decentralized systems. As users demand more control over their data, blockchain solutions that balance transparency with privacy are expected to be at the forefront of Web3’s development.
Bakyt Azimkanov, Head of Communications at Partisia Blockchain, offered his take on the day’s events:
“Tokenization and privacy-preserving technologies are opening new doors for Web3. Today’s discussions have made it clear that we are only scratching the surface of what is possible in decentralized finance and digital assets.”
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We kicked off the first day in Singapore during Token2049. It is an honor to be a gold sponsor of the 2024 edition and discuss the advancement of the Web3 space during this eventful week. With a full schedule of panels and keynote sessions, here is a recap of today’s major themes:
One of the recurring topics is the institutional interest in blockchain and digital assets. Speakers from major financial institutions emphasized the increasing recognition of blockchain as a tool for improving operational efficiency, transparency, and compliance. The discussions touched on the integration of blockchain into traditional finance systems and the regulatory frameworks emerging across Europe and Asia, especially with Europe’s MiCA and Singapore’s regulatory advancements leading the charge.
DeFi was a major focus today as speakers explored how decentralized financial protocols are revolutionizing traditional banking services. With discussions around liquidity provision, decentralized exchanges, and lending protocols, panelists highlighted the potential of DeFi to enhance financial inclusion while lowering transaction costs. Security and governance within DeFi ecosystems also took center stage, with new solutions being proposed to ensure the stability of these systems as they scale.
During one of the panel sessions hosted by Partisia Blockchain on Level 3, it was discussed that “structured products are the next big thing for DeFi integration, DeFi use work with DeFi if it is going to go mainstream”.
Web3 and its promise to reshape the internet are prominent today. Participants discussed the decentralized internet’s potential to return control of data and assets to users, moving away from the current centralized model. The conversation highlighted how Web3 infrastructure must evolve, addressing challenges related to scalability, interoperability, and user experience before it can achieve mainstream adoption.
Bakyt Azimkanov, Head of Communications at Partisia Blockchain Foundation, reflected on today’s sessions: “We are on the brink of a new era in digital assets and blockchain. The conversations today have shown how institutions and innovators are working together to create a more transparent, decentralized financial system.”
We look forward to sharing tomorrow’s highlights with you.
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