The Latvian Blockchain Association (LBAA)

💡 On December 5, the fintech communities of Latvia and Israel came together for a Riga-Tel Aviv FinTech Happy Hour to discuss how to unlock the EU market with a MiCA license in Latvia. The event presented an impressive programme and lineup of speakers: 🔹 Marine Krasovska / Head of FinTech supervision department at Latvijas Banka: Bank of Latvia Support Instruments in FinTech Licencing. 🔹 Reinis Znotins / Executive Director at The Latvian Blockchain Association (LBAA): Unlock the EU Market With MiCA License in Latvia. 🔹 Renat Lokomet / Strategic Partner at Venture Faculty: Fintech Investment Opportunities in Latvia. 🔹 Questions and answers with Latvian Regulator. 🔹 Panel discussion about MICA Licence: opportunities and limitations for Israeli FinTech sector. Latvia is emerging as a hotspot for fintech innovation, and the MiCA license can open doors to new opportunities in the European market. ✨ Whether you're a seasoned professional or just curious about the fintech landscape, catch the recap on our YouTube channel to discover all the details 🎥 https://lnkd.in/djK7g2PK The event was organized by our representative office in Israel - Innovate Latvia | Israel Office / Irina Rubinchik. #missionLatvia #NextGenerationEU #NextgenEU #InvestEU #FinTech

Great discussion between Riga and Tel Aviv fintech communities! Thakn you Irina Rubinchik, Latvijas Investīciju un attīstības aģentūra - LIAA for organizing! Happy to extend our partnership and welcome Israeli Fintech community to Riga in upcoming months! #Fintech #Crypto #Blockchain #MiCA #Latvia #Israel Ido Greenberg Wald Latvijas Banka

Latvian Blockchain association Executive director Reinis Znotins participated in discussion on how should next Latvian Fintech strategy look like. Thank you Baltic Finance Center for the research paper and organizing this vital discussion! Watch the discussion at the link below! #fintech #blockchain #crypto #Latvia

Big news for crypto in Europe! 🚀 Latvia’s financial regulator is offering a fast-track pre-approval for MiCA compliance. This could make Latvia a top choice for crypto companies in the EU. Key points:
 • Preliminary assessments in just 30 days
 • Early feedback on compliance readiness
 • Potential to attract more crypto businesses This move shows Latvia’s commitment to innovation while maintaining regulatory standards. Could this spark a trend across the EU? 👏 #MiCA #Crypto #FinTech #Regulation #EU

📢 Izsludinām papildinātu paneļdiskusijas dalībnieku sarakstu Latvijas FinTech startēģijas pētījuma prezentācijas pasākumam pirmdien, 9. decembrī ES mājā. Paldies Aija Zitcere no Finanšu ministrija/ Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Latvia, Tina Luse no Fintech Latvia Association , Uldis Cerps no Latvijas Finanšu nozares asociācija | Finance Latvia Association , Marine Krasovska no Latvijas Banka, Reinis Znotins no The Latvian Blockchain Association (LBAA) un Raivis Bremšmits no Ekonomikas ministrija/ Ministry of Economics par gatavību kopīgi meklēt stratēģiskas atbildes uz Latvijas FinTech nozares attīstībai būtiskiem jautājumiem: ✅ Kāds ir Latvijas mērķis FinTech sektora attīstībai? ✅Kādai jābūt mūsu riska apetītei? Kā salāgot piesardzību ar attīstību? ✅Kam jāuzņemas vadība par FinTech sektora attīstību un stratēģisko koordināciju? Kā strādā šībrīža lomu sadalījums starp iestādēm? ✅Kas ir darāms, lai uzlabotu augsni starptautiski veiksmīgu FinTech uzņēmumu attīstībai Latvijā, un kurš to darīs? Pateicoties lielajai apmeklētāju interesei, reģistrēties pasākuma apmeklējumam klātienē vairs nav iespējams. Interesentus aicinām sekot līdzi pasākumam tiešraidē: https://lnkd.in/dhBU7Fxc Sākam 14.30!

Happy to take a part in this crucial discussion! Link for joining online below. #fintech #crypto #policy #LV

We are thrilled to announce that Upwood has been recognized by The Latvian Blockchain Association (LBAA) at the Latvian Startup Awards! 🏆 This special award is great stimulus for our commitment to environment and revolutionizing investment landscape with sustainable investment opportunities. The award includes an invitation to the prestigious Token2049 conference in Dubai 🌍, providing a valuable opportunity to connect with global blockchain leaders. This milestone energizes us to continue our mission of planting more trees and providing humanity with stable and sustainable investment opportunities in real world forests and carbon credits. A heartfelt thank you to our team, partners, and supporters who make achievements like this possible. Onward and upward! 🚀 Special thanks to Reinis Znotins and Edgars Laimite for nominating Upwood! https://lnkd.in/dYkQQ5nX

Latvijas Banka will begin accepting applications and issuing operating permits starting January 2025, when the MiCA license will go into effect. Read here: https://lnkd.in/gDDDMvp4 -with Santa Purgaile #fintech #Latvia #cryptocurrency #crypto #financialservices

🚀 Celebrating Innovation in Blockchain! 🇱🇻 We’re thrilled to announce that Edgars Laimite, representing The Latvian Blockchain Association (LBAA), will be presenting a special award to a breakthrough Latvian company making waves in the blockchain space. This recognition highlights not only the recipient's remarkable achievements but also the growing impact of Latvia’s blockchain ecosystem on the global stage. Stay tuned for the announcement of this game-changing company! Let’s continue fostering innovation and celebrating those who are shaping the future of technology. #Blockchain #Innovation #Latvia #Recognition #FutureForward Gravity Team 🎟 Don’t miss out - grab your ticket now: https://lu.ma/zv8sa05i!

We are proud to be part of a network that inspires and connects professionals, sets industry standards, and drives positive change in finance and fintech! As members of leading associations, we ensure we stay ahead of trends, innovation, and best champion practices.🤝🪙 🟢Fintech Latvia Association 🟢Fintech Hub LT 🟢Latvijas Finanšu nozares asociācija | Finance Latvia Association 🟢The Latvian Blockchain Association (LBAA) 👉 https://lnkd.in/du2gbEkN