Puerto Rico in the global discussion on Blockchain
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2017 continues to be a wild ride for Puerto Rico technology policy. We were invited to testify before the Fiscal Oversight Board on how to best use technology to improve Government services. We recommended for the board to focus on establishing a proper data & digital governance structure and to enable a “Government as a Platform” approach for building new services. Read the complete testimony here.
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In light of the technological advances forthcoming, we are taking our suggestions and turning them into action by supporting the Government Blockchain Association Chapter in Puerto Rico. Since May 2017 the association has grown to over 40 chapters worldwide as people and organizations all over the world are excited about blockchain.
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The Government Blockchain Association has over 40 chapters worldwide
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As host of the Puerto Rico Chapter, Piloto 151 will serve to connect members with local, state and national leaders and administrators through chapters and working groups around the world. We are here to facilitate the growth and success of the people and organizations in this ecosystem.
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Meetup
Monthly meetups scheduled for the last Thursday of every month starting January 2018. Click here to view agenda for 2018!
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Blockchain Certification
We will be scheduling a five day training program through GBA with the following courses:
- Blockchain Foundations
- Cryptocurrencies, ICO's Tax, Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- Blockchain Development Technology
- Managing Blockchain Projects
- Leading Through Disruptive Paradigm Shifts
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Working Groups
Join the GBA and work with global members on a wide range of working groups including Contract Management, Financial Oversight, Blockchain Economic Analysis, Education, Land & Title, Legal & Legislative and Healthcare.
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The secretary of Economic Development in Puerto Rico, Manuel Laboy Rivera, met with the GBA Chapter founders and expressed that "part of the public policy of the agency is to support the private sector that promotes new technologies and innovative industries in Puerto Rico thus presenting a solid and globalized market. In this way we continue to diversify our economic model, while positioning the island as a vanguard reference in the American jurisdiction and in the Caribbean."
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Rene Carson, Giancarlo Gonzalez and Sofia Stolberg with Secretary Manuel Laboy
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Elected officials, legislators, administrators, corporate executives, directors, managers, educators, and students are exploring this technology. This sudden explosion of interest creates both challenges and opportunities. There is unlimited potential for new and innovative ideas, products, services, and businesses. However, rapid growth can result in chaos, dislocation, fear, uncertainty, and doubt.
This is where the GBA can offer solutions. "By providing a framework and communications platform, leaders in this space can connect with others in the same domain or complimentary Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). They can connect with local, state/provincial, and national leaders and administrators through chapters and working groups around the world. If you are a leader, solution seeker or want to improve your capabilities, let us know. We are here to facilitate the growth and success of the people and organizations in this ecosystem" said Gerard Dache, GBA President.
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Upcoming events
January 25th at Piloto 151 in Old San Juan our first meetup, with an overall introduction on the Government Blockchain Association: Puerto Rico Chapter.
Expect to engage in open discussions about the Blockchain, Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies, how the blockchain works and a review of potential uses of the blockchain. In addition, we will present the 2018 meetup schedule.
There will be time for networking, in addition to a presentation on a government blockchain related topic, Q&A's and networking.
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