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Verified Finance in Action: Building Next-Gen PayFi Infrastructure

Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki

Verified Finance in Action: Building Next-Gen PayFi Infrastructure

In this recap of the latest Kraken x Concordium Space (October 24, 2025), Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki and Peter from Kraken Business Development explore the evolving landscape of payments, privacy, and compliance, and how PayFi is shaping the next chapter of digital finance. The discussion spans from legacy payment inefficiencies to Concordium’

Let's Talk Governance: Meet the Committee & Q&A

Governance Committee

Let's Talk Governance: Meet the Committee & Q&A

Concordium’s latest X Space, “Let’s Talk Governance: Meet the Committee & Q&A,” brought together Governance Committee members Christopher Portmann, Michael Jackson, and Borja Burguillos for an open discussion on how governance shapes Concordium’s future. In a candid, community-driven conversation, the speakers unpacked what the Governance

PLTs in Action: The Next Era of Stablecoins & PayFI

PLTs in Action: The Next Era of Stablecoins & PayFI

Nine months ago, the idea of Protocol Level Tokens was conceived. Today, they’re live on mainnet, redefining how assets and compliance can coexist on-chain. In this session, Erasmus Hagen and Richard Yolland guided the community through the milestones of Protocol 9, the power of Concordium’s identity layer, and

Stablecoins at scale: Why PayFi Infrastructure Matters

Stablecoins at scale: Why PayFi Infrastructure Matters

On September 26, 2025, Concordium CTO Peter Marirosans sat down with Yulgan Lira, Co-Founder & CEO of COLB, for a focused discussion on the future of institutional stablecoins and tokenized finance. * The conversation explored * Why COLB chose Concordium’s protocol-level tokens (PLTs) for its USC stablecoin * How Concordium’s identity

Bitmart: Concordium & The Future of Digital Identity, Privacy and Trust

Bitmart: Concordium & The Future of Digital Identity, Privacy and Trust

In this latest AMA hosted by Bitmart, Concordium CEO Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki sat down to discuss the future of digital identity, privacy, and trust - and how Concordium is building the infrastructure to make it happen. The conversation covers everything from why identity is embedded at the protocol layer, to how

Who Do You Trust? Identity, Digital Passports & the Future of Payments

Provenance Tags

Who Do You Trust? Identity, Digital Passports & the Future of Payments

Counterfeiting costs brands billions each year. From $22M in fake Hermès Birkins to untraceable champagne bottles still circulating in the market. Consumers want authenticity, regulators demand traceability, and businesses need solutions that work at scale. In this X-Space, Provenance Tags and Concordium explore how blockchain-powered digital identities can transform products

A LOOK INSIDE THE CONCORDIUM ID APP

A LOOK INSIDE THE CONCORDIUM ID APP

The Concordium Identity App brings the network’s identity layer into direct use. Instead of remaining a background protocol feature, it is now available as a standalone tool where users can create accounts, manage verification, and decide how their information is shared. The app’s design emphasizes privacy and user

Concordium Town Hall 3

Concordium Town Hall 3

Six months ago, Concordium charted a new course, one rooted in real-world impact rather than speculation. Since then, the PayFi vision has moved from concept to execution with remarkable speed. With the foundation now firmly in place, including stablecoin issuers onboarded, exchanges integrated, and tools deployed, the focus is shifting

MEXC x Concordium AMA – “Join the PayFi Summer”

Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki

MEXC x Concordium AMA – “Join the PayFi Summer”

On July 1st, 2025, Triple B - Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki, Concordium’s CEO, joined MEXC for a high-signal AMA that cut through the noise. What followed was a clear, structured walkthrough of Concordium’s PayFi strategy, identity-first architecture, and what makes it the most regulation-ready blockchain infrastructure on the market. Below

Governance Committee Candidates Forum

Governance Committee

Governance Committee Candidates Forum

On June 2nd, 2025, five candidates - Pedro Borges, Jareau Van Den Heuvel, Allan Pedersen, Borja Burguillos, and Niels H. Sørensen - joined a live Governance Committee Election Forum on X Spaces. Moderated by current GC member Christopher Portmann, the discussion offered a rare look into how these aspiring committee

Real Conversations about Real-World PayFi

Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki

Real Conversations about Real-World PayFi

From Schnitzels to Stablecoins: Real Talk with Triple B In the latest episode of Real Conversations about Real-World PayFi, Concordium’s CEO Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki (aka “Triple B”) serves up unfiltered insights, from almost opening a Viennese restaurant to architecting blockchain infrastructure for the next financial era. This is different from

Plug Into PayFi: Infrastructure For a Smarter Financial Future

Plug Into PayFi: Infrastructure For a Smarter Financial Future

What happens when the foundational components of modern finance: compliance, auditability, and programmable money, are reimagined for the blockchain era? On May 21st, Concordium hosted an X Spaces event with Jack Nikogosian, CEO of Aryze. The conversation ranged from real-world payment flows and stablecoin architecture to enterprise adoption barriers and

Governance At Work - Voices Behind the Chain

Governance Committee

Governance At Work - Voices Behind the Chain

Come along behind the chain and see how Concordium’s Governance Committee is evolving, expanding, and empowering the community, one decision at a time. In this candid conversation, Christopher Portmann, Mikael Bondum, and Andreas Baidas unpack the inner workings of Concordium’s Governance Committee—from tokenomics and validator incentives to

Concordium Town Hall 2 — Commercial Focus & Stablecoin Ecosystem Expansion

Concordium Town Hall 2 — Commercial Focus & Stablecoin Ecosystem Expansion

April 24, 2025 - Summary and Comments Hosts * Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki (CEO) * Mike Milner (CCO) * Peter Marirosans (CTO) * Varun Kabra (CGO) Guests * Andrew MacKenzie, Agant (GBPA) * Arpan Gautam, Noon (USN) * Julien Bahurel, Deep Blue (DBUSD) * Borja Burguillos, AEDX (AEDX) TL;DR 1 Why Concordium is Doubling Down on Stablecoins Opening Remarks

The Future of Payments with Concordium: Smart Money, Secure Identity, and Protocol-Level Power

The Future of Payments with Concordium: Smart Money, Secure Identity, and Protocol-Level Power

For years, the blockchain space has promised a future of programmable money, seamless payments, and trustless systems—yet the reality has fallen short. In this AMA, Concordium’s Chief Commercial Officer Mike Milner peels back the layers of hype to reveal what’s actually holding the industry back, and how

The L1 Redefining Stablecoins & PayFi

Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki

The L1 Redefining Stablecoins & PayFi

Summary of Key Insights from the Brave New Coin Podcast with Concordium CEO Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki Watch the full episode on YouTube In this wide-ranging Brave New Coin podcast episode, Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki—CEO of Concordium—shares his journey from hedge funds to blockchain and explains why Web3 needs a reset. From

Rethinking smart contracts - Boris Bohrer Bilowitzki on Coppercast EP058

Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki

Rethinking smart contracts - Boris Bohrer Bilowitzki on Coppercast EP058

In a space saturated by speculation and empty promises, Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki brings a refreshingly sober voice to the Coppercasts podcast. As CEO of Concordium, Boris unpacks the hard truths about blockchain’s failure to bridge into real-world adoption, and the precise steps Concordium is taking to change that. From protocol-level

Gate.io x Concordium X-Space AMA

Gate.io x Concordium X-Space AMA

In this AMA hosted by Gate.io, Concordium’s dynamic CEO, Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki, passionately outlines a future where blockchain technology isn't merely understood, but actively used. With innovative solutions like Protocol Level Tokens (PLTs) and privacy-preserving identity management through zero-knowledge proofs, Concordium aims to revolutionize payments, compliance, and

New Website - Discord Event March 27th 2025

New Website - Discord Event March 27th 2025

Concordium's New Website. New Beginnings. New Story. Discord event with Angela Harp - Head of Content Concordium. Link to presentation https://youtu.be/aeXos1z3y18?si=DOYNmZHHOTiPrYmE 1. Why a new website? * Reflect new executive leadership and strategic direction. * Merge the worlds of Web3 and institutional audiences, especially stablecoin

A SCALABLE AGE VERIFICATION SOLUTION FOR ONLINE GAMING

A SCALABLE AGE VERIFICATION SOLUTION FOR ONLINE GAMING

What happens when a fast-growing Web3 gaming platform outgrows its blockchain? In this conversation between Concordium’s CGO Varun Kabra and 5TARS CEO Borja Burguillos, we witness more than a tech migration - we see a strategic pivot in how blockchain can power the next generation of gaming. From real-time

The Three Musketeers of Concordium: Science, Product & Real-World Solutions

The Three Musketeers of Concordium: Science, Product & Real-World Solutions

In a recent in-depth session hosted by Concordium, the leadership team (dubbed the “Three Musketeers” of the blockchain) unpacked the company’s evolving strategic vision, with a strong focus on protocol-level stablecoins and identity-driven compliance. Richard Yolland (Head of Solution Engineering), Erasmus Hagen (Director of Product), and Christopher Portmann (Senior

How identity and verification drive trust in the new era.

How identity and verification drive trust in the new era.

As Web3 matures into a global infrastructure for finance, communication, and identity, the tension between privacy, compliance, and usability becomes increasingly apparent. The Concordium X Space brought together three pioneers working to shape the future through fundamentally different, yet complementary, approaches to digital identity and verification. Simon Molitor, CEO and

Inaugural Concordium Town Hall

Inaugural Concordium Town Hall

Go Behind the Chain: Concordium’s Strategy Is No Longer a Vision, It’s a Roadmap in Motion On February 19th, Concordium held its first-ever Town Hall—a packed, high-signal session that marked more than a quarterly update. It was a turning point. From protocol-level stablecoins and identity-verified payments to

Exploring The Future of Blockchain Enhanced Data Security

Exploring The Future of Blockchain Enhanced Data Security

Recheck has been steadily evolving since its founding in 2016, moving from digital identity solutions to securing digital content and sensitive data. Its approach combines encryption, user self-custody, and blockchain-backed proof of authenticity, ensuring privacy and trust in an increasingly digital world. By migrating to Concordium, Recheck brings its secure

Verified Certificates In The Shipping Industry

Verified Certificates In The Shipping Industry

The maritime industry is one of the world’s oldest and most regulated sectors. It's an industry where safety and trust depend heavily on accurate, verifiable documentation. Yet for seafarers, managing dozens of paper-based certificates remains a tedious burden, slowing operations and leaving room for fraud or error.