Program
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Program Overview
Below is the program overview. For detailed session information, please refer to the detailed program below.
Day 1 - October 15, 2025
| Room | 9:00 - 10:30 | 11:00 - 12:30 | 13:30 - 15:00 | 15:30 - 17:00 | 17:10 - |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HFSC Herman Meeting RoomorBulldog Alley | Gov Hack | ||||
| Arrupe Hall | Offline Key Management | Governance of security supply chain | Security Target and Protection Profile | ZKP and Privacy Enhanced Authentication (WorldID) | |
| Hilltop Tap Room | Welcome Reception | ||||
Day 2 - October 16, 2025
| Room | 9:00 - 10:30 | 11:00 - 12:30 | 13:30 - 15:00 | 15:30 - 17:00 | 17:10 - |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HFSC Herman Meeting RoomorBulldog Alley | Gov Hack | ||||
| Arrupe Hall | Information Sharing Framework Standard | Crypto Agility and PQC migration | |||
| TBD | Security Gathering on the Hill | ||||
| Hilltop Tap Room | Reception | ||||
Day 3 - October 17, 2025
| Room | 9:00 - 10:30 | 10:45 - 12:15 | 13:15 - 14:30 | 14:45 - 16:15 | 16:30 - 18:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hariri 140 | Accountable wallet | Forensics & Analysis | Gov Hack Final Presentation | AI Agent Governance - Archive | |
| Hariri 240 | Maturity Definitions and Assessment Criteria | Illicit Activities Dictionary | Practical Stablecoin Implementation Guide | Harmonization among Crypto-asset, stablecoin and tokenized deposit | |
Note: The timetable above provides a quick overview. Scroll down for complete session details including descriptions, session chairs, and contributors.
09:00 - 17:00
Gov Hack (Day 1)
A focused hackathon at Block 13 where policy discussions turn into working software through agent-mediated standards and programmable governance. Agents build; people align on shared understanding.
Session Chair: Mitchell Travers
Documents:
📄 Gov Hack Brief9:00 - 10:30
Offline Key Management
Details coming soon
11:00 - 12:30
Governance of security supply chain
Details coming soon
13:30 - 15:00
Security Target and Protection Profile
Details coming soon
15:30 - 17:00
ZKP and Privacy Enhanced Authentication (WorldID)
Details coming soon
17:10 onwards
Welcome Reception
Details coming soon
Key Research Projects
Distinguishing Blockchain Forensics from Analytics
Comprehensive standards for blockchain forensics and analytics methodologies
View Document →Wallet Governance, Policy and Key Management Study Report
Policy framework for wallet governance and key management best practices
View Document →Accountable Wallet
Standards for accountable wallet implementations and compliance
View Document →Agent Standards and Frameworks
Standards and frameworks for blockchain agents, agentic competition, and reputation systems. Highly relevant to the Gov Hack.
View Document →Policy priorities for stablecoin regulation: past, present and future
Comprehensive analysis of stablecoin regulatory frameworks and future directions
View Document →Cyber Security Information Sharing Framework
Framework for sharing cybersecurity information across blockchain networks
View Document →Featured Publications
Publications Coming Soon
Featured publications for Block 13 are currently being selected. Check the Key Research Projects section above for available documents.
BGIN Agent GovHack
A focused hackathon at Block 13 where policy discussions turn into working software through agent-mediated standards and programmable governance. Agents build; people align on shared understanding.
Overview
Teams translate BGIN standards and policy artifacts into executable code with policy-to-code pipelines, on-chain attestations, and automated compliance checks—moving from theory to practice in real time.
Event Flow
- Day 1 — Governance Ceremony: Key generation opening, standards documentation sprint, policy-to-code workshops, and team formation around governance challenges.
- Day 2 — Build & Validate: 24-hour implementation, live compliance showcase, sponsor integration reviews, and framework documentation.
Who Should Join
- Regulators & Policymakers seeking executable governance
- Engineers and Standards Contributors building policy-aware systems
- Industry & Protocol Teams validating compliance patterns
- Researchers and Students exploring governance automation
What You'll Gain
- Policy-to-code prototypes and reusable governance frameworks
- Real-time compliance testing and on-chain attestations
- Demonstrable, standards-aligned agentic implementations
- Collaboration with a multi-stakeholder global community
Access & Venue
Location
Georgetown University
Washington, D.C.
United States
Main Venues
- Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Center - Program Room - 72 attendees
- Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Center - Bulldog Alley - 150 attendees
- Pedro Arrupe, S.J. Hall - 50 attendees
- Healey Family Student Center (HFSC) - Herman Meeting Room - Board room style
- Rafik B. Hariri Building - Rooms 140 & 240
Reception Venue
Hilltop Tap Room
Located in Healey Family Student Center
Looking to Present Your Work?
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How BGIN Sessions Work
Foundation Documents
Session Chairs provide draft standards and discussion materials as the foundation for collaborative work. See featured publications →
Written Contributions
Propose additions, modifications, or alternative approaches in writing prior to the session.
Review & Present
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Who Should Join
Perfect for:
- Regulators & Policymakers: Shape blockchain governance frameworks
- Technologists: Contribute to technical standards development
- Industry Leaders: Understand regulatory landscape
- Academics & Researchers: Engage in cutting-edge discussions
- Students: Learn from industry experts and build networks
Why It Matters:
Join the premier forum where blockchain governance decisions are made. Your participation directly impacts international standards that will shape the future of digital economic networks.
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