Institute of Crypto-Assets Launches in Paris to Advance Research and Education in Blockchain Technology
The inaugural Institute of Crypto-Assets, focused on research about blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies, has been officially opened at the Léonard de Vinci Center in Paris.
On November 8, the Institute of Crypto-Assets officially opened its doors at the Léonard de Vinci Center in Paris, France. The inauguration marked the establishment of a dedicated hub for research on blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.
Situated in the bustling business district just outside Paris, the newly established blockchain and cryptocurrency research labs aim to support and conduct cutting-edge research, with a scientific board comprising 11 experts from esteemed French academic institutions such as CNRS and École Polytechnique.
The Institute’s work is to be overseen by a committee of six practitioners, featuring notable figures in the industry, including Nicolas Bacca, co-founder of Ledger, and Pierre Noizat, founder of the crypto exchange Paymium.
Cyril Grunspan, the director of the Institute of Crypto-Assets, highlights the institution’s primary focus on education and fostering open discussions about crypto-assets. The Institute aims to serve as a hub for knowledge dissemination and collaboration within the rapidly evolving blockchain landscape.
To kick off its activities, the Institute hosted two lectures. The first, delivered by historian Jacques Favier, delved into the history of currencies leading up to Bitcoin. The second lecture, conducted by cryptographer David Pointcheval, explored zero-knowledge proofs and anonymity. These inaugural lectures set the tone for the Institute’s commitment to public engagement and knowledge sharing.
As the Institute of Crypto-Assets establishes itself as a center of excellence in blockchain
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