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What role for distributed ledger technologies (DLTs) and blockchain-based solutions in postal logistics and postal financial services?

Today, at 2 pm CEST, the Universal Postal Union will launch its new innovation-focused study "Blockchains for a sustainable postal future". The online launch event will discuss the main findings of the study and raise awareness of the potential use of DLTs and blockchain in two key domain areas – postal logistics and postal financial inclusion – by:
  • showcasing prior experiences of Postal DLT solutions,
  • examining potential use cases of DLTs for Posts, and 
  • proposing recommendations for national policymakers and stakeholders on how best to use this technology for the benefit of the postal sector at large.
Programme
14h00 – 14h05
Welcome address by Yoritaka Naito, Director, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Government of Japan
14h05 – 14h35
Presentation of the key findings and recommendations from the study:
  • Saleh Khan, Programme Manager, Financial Inclusion, UPU
  • Patricia Quiros, Blockchain Expert, Digital Risk Solutions, Deloitte Risk Advisory B.V. 
14h35 – 15h05
Panel discussion: 
  • Dr Günther Dobrauz, Partner & Leader, PwC Legal Switzerland
  • Maike Hornung, Europe Crypto & Global CBDC Strategy Lead, Visa
  • Patricia Liebermann, Head of Philately, Österreichische Post AG
Moderation: Sergey Dukelskiy, Programme Coordinator, Financial Inclusion & Financial Services, UPU
15h05 – 15h15
Summary and views from the UPU Directorate of Policy, Regulation and Markets (DPRM)
15h15 15h25
Q&A with the audience 
You can still register for the event using this link: https://bit.ly/dltstudy.

A
fter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on how to join. 

For any queries or in the case of difficulties with registration, please contact financialinclusion@upu.int.

We hope to see you soon!
Date: Thursday, 28 April 2022
Time: 14h00-15h30 CEST
Language: English

Registration: https://bit.ly/dltstudy
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