GBA to Host Resource Table at the 2026 DC Fintech Summit
Connecting Government, Financial Innovators, and Industry Leaders to Advance Trusted Blockchain Solutions
The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is pleased to announce that it will host a Resource Table at the 3rd Annual DC Fintech Summit on November 4, 2026, in Washington, DC. Hosted by the DC Tech & Venture Coalition (DCTAV), in partnership with the DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) Office of Innovation, the summit brings together fintech entrepreneurs, investors, regulators, policymakers, financial institutions, and technology innovators to explore the future of financial services. GBA looks forward to joining this important gathering and connecting with organizations interested in blockchain, digital assets, technology standards, and responsible innovation.
About the DC Fintech Summit
The 2026 DC Fintech Summit, themed The New Rules of Money, will focus on the technologies, regulations, and investment opportunities reshaping financial services. The program will feature discussions on:
- Stablecoins and Digital Payments: How emerging regulatory frameworks and technologies are transforming financial transactions.
- Artificial Intelligence in Finance: Opportunities and challenges surrounding AI agents, governance, fraud prevention, and financial operations.
- Fintech Regulation: The evolving relationship between regulators, financial institutions, and technology innovators.
- Investment and Entrepreneurship: Connecting fintech founders with investors, resources, and strategic partners.
- Washington, DC’s Innovation Ecosystem: Exploring the region’s unique position at the intersection of finance, technology, policy, and investment.
The event also features an Innovator Showcase and Resource Marketplace, creating opportunities for participants to discover valuable programs, build relationships, and explore new collaborations.
Visit the GBA Resource Table
GBA invites summit attendees to visit our Resource Table to learn how the association is helping governments, businesses, and technology professionals understand, evaluate, and implement blockchain and other emerging technologies. Visitors will have opportunities to learn about several GBA programs and initiatives.
Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM)
The Blockchain Maturity Model provides a structured framework for evaluating the maturity and trustworthiness of blockchain solutions. Learn how the BMM helps organizations evaluate technology solutions, identify areas for improvement, and build confidence among government agencies, financial institutions, investors, and other stakeholders.
GBA Working Groups
Discover opportunities to collaborate with professionals working on topics such as banking and financial services, artificial intelligence, digital assets, cybersecurity, governance, and technology standards. GBA’s working groups connect experts from different industries and countries to address practical challenges and develop useful resources.
Education and Professional Development
Explore GBA’s educational webinars, professional training programs, and opportunities to participate in the Blockchain Maturity Model ecosystem. These initiatives are designed to help professionals develop the knowledge and capabilities needed to support responsible technology adoption.
Global Networking and Collaboration
GBA connects professionals across government, industry, academia, and the international technology community. Our members contribute expertise, develop relationships, share research, and collaborate on initiatives intended to advance innovation while addressing the real-world requirements of governments and institutions.
Building Trust in the Future of Finance
As financial technologies evolve, the need for trust, transparency, security, and sound governance becomes increasingly important. Blockchain, artificial intelligence, digital assets, and other emerging technologies offer significant opportunities to modernize financial systems. However, responsible adoption requires collaboration among innovators, regulators, government leaders, and industry professionals. GBA’s mission is to bring these communities together and support the development of practical frameworks, professional capabilities, and relationships that advance trusted innovation. Our participation in the DC Fintech Summit reflects that commitment. By engaging with fintech innovators and policymakers, GBA seeks to help bridge the gap between emerging technology capabilities and the regulatory, operational, and institutional requirements necessary for successful adoption.
Event Details
Event: 3rd Annual DC Fintech Summit
Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM Eastern Time
Location: Station DC, 1323 4th St NE, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20002
Host: DC Tech & Venture Coalition (DCTAV), in partnership with the DISB Office of Innovation
Attendance is free, but advance application and approval are required. Space is limited.
Event information and attendance application: https://www.dctav.co/fintech-summit#showcase
We Look Forward to Connecting with You!
Whether you are a government official, fintech entrepreneur, investor, technology provider, academic, or industry professional, we invite you to visit the GBA Resource Table. Come discover how GBA can help you connect with experts, explore industry standards, participate in educational programs, and engage with a global community committed to responsible innovation. We look forward to meeting you in Washington, DC, on November 4!
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