The British Blockchain Association

What The British Blockchain Association does

The British Blockchain Association (BBA), trading as The BBA CLG Ltd (registration number 11091328), is a London-based not-for-profit industry body and think-tank established in 2017 and structured as a Company Limited by Guarantee. It promotes evidence-based adoption of blockchain and distributed ledger technologies (DLT) across the public and private sectors, and serves as the official Secretariat of the UK All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Blockchain Technologies. Its constituents span UK parliamentarians and policymakers, blockchain academics and researchers, industry professionals and enterprises, universities, and students.

BBA is not a technology product company; its core asset is knowledge infrastructure delivered through a set of interconnected programs. These include the Journal of the British Blockchain Association (JBBA), described as the world's first fully open-access, peer-reviewed blockchain research journal and indexed in the Web of Science; the Centre for Evidence Based Blockchain (CEBB), a transnational research coalition; the Blockchain Associations Forum (BAF), a harmonisation network spanning 51 member nations across six continents; the UK National Blockchain Roadmap (Vision 2030) with its Excellence Standards Framework; the FBBA Fellowship designation; annual International Scientific Conferences (ISC); and a Metaverse Headquarters hosted on Spatial.io and Decentraland.

The organisation monetises through several recurring and event-driven streams: tiered memberships (Tier 1 at £1,950, Tier 2 at £5,950, Tier 3 at £11,950 per year, alongside free Advisor and Student Forum tiers), JBBA Article Processing Charges (£985 per article for 2026), conference and event registration fees, and corporate sponsorships from organisations such as Xapo Bank, World Mobile, BlockMed Pro, and Filecoin. Go-to-market is event-driven and community-led, with direct membership sales through its website and distribution amplified via the APPG parliamentary channel, the BAF network of national associations, and university channels.

Name

The British Blockchain Association

Legal name

The British Blockchain Association (The BBA CLG Ltd)

Website

https://britishblockchainassociation.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

A London-based not-for-profit blockchain industry body and think-tank founded in 2017, serving as Secretariat of the UK All-Party Parliamentary Group on Blockchain. It serves policymakers, academics, enterprises, and students through its journal, research centre, and global associations forum.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industry Association and Think-Tank Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392)

akta.pro primary industry

Consortium Networks & Governance (network setup, onboarding, rules, node operations) (FSAPAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Compliance, Risk & RegTech for Tokenized Assets (KYC/AML, sanctions, travel rule, reporting) (FSAPAIAH)

Keywords

• Blockchain industry association
• Blockchain research journal
• Distributed ledger policy
• Evidence-based blockchain
• Blockchain membership body

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: BBA generates revenue through tiered membership fees. Tier 1 at £1,950/year, Tier 2 at £5,950/year, and Tier 3 at £11,950/year. Individual categories include free BBA Advisors and BBA Student Forum memberships, along with paid University, JBBA Community, and Members & Partners tiers.
2. Journal Article Processing Charges (APC): The JBBA charges authors an Article Processing Charge of £985 (2026 rate) for publishing peer-reviewed research. The journal is open-access and available both in print and online.
3. Conference and Event Revenue: Revenue generated from registration fees for the annual International Scientific Conference (ISC), BAF Summits, Forums, and other events. Events also drive membership conversions and sponsor engagement.
4. Corporate Sponsorships: BBA receives funding from organisational sponsors (e.g., BlockMed Pro, Xapo Bank, Filecoin) to support APPG activities, events, and the BBA ecosystem. Sponsors provide advisory input and financial support but have no influence on APPG work.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

The British Blockchain Association (BBA) is a not-for-profit, membership-based industry body and think-tank advancing evidence-based adoption of blockchain and distributed ledger technologies (DLT). It publishes the world's first fully open-access, peer-reviewed blockchain research journal (JBBA), serves as Secretariat of the UK All-Party Parliamentary Group on Blockchain Technologies, hosts the Centre for Evidence-Based Blockchain (CEBB), convenes annual International Scientific Conferences (ISC), and operates tiered corporate and individual memberships.

Product overview

The British Blockchain Association (BBA) is a not-for-profit industry body advancing evidence-based adoption of Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies. The BBA operates a platform of interconnected programs and initiatives: The JBBA (world's first open-access peer-reviewed blockchain journal) serves as the academic foundation; the UK National Blockchain Roadmap (NBR) VISION 2030 provides strategic framework; the Centre for Evidence Based Blockchain (CEBB) coordinates global academic research; the Blockchain Associations Forum (BAF) connects 51 national associations; BBA Fellowship (FBBA) recognizes exceptional blockchain professionals; the APPG Secretariat role engages UK Parliament; and annual ISC conferences and SIBIS symposia foster knowledge exchange. The BBA also maintains a Metaverse Headquarters and Student Forum, with membership tiers providing tiered access to the ecosystem.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CEBB: Centre for Evidence Based Blockchain - The world's first Centre of Excellence advancing evidence-based blockchain, comprising a global network of leading research institutions, industry think-tanks, and JBBA research community.
• JBBA
• BAF
• BBA Student Forum
• UK NBR
• BBA Metaverse
• ISC

Products and services

• Journal of the British Blockchain Association (JBBA) The world's first fully open-access, peer-reviewed blockchain research journal, available both in-print and online. Publishes thorough, peer-reviewed research from leading academics and professionals advancing blockchain technology knowledge. Indexed in the Web of Science with editorial/review boards spanning 71 countries.
• UK National Blockchain Roadmap (NBR) VISION 2030 UK's National Blockchain Roadmap authored by BBA in collaboration with UK Parliamentarians, featuring the Excellence Standards Framework to position the UK as a Centre of Excellence in Distributed Ledger Technologies.
• Centre for Evidence Based Blockchain (CEBB) The world's first Centre of Excellence advancing evidence-based blockchain. A transnational Think-Tank comprising blockchain academics, industry experts and universities across 6 continents, providing research coordination from inception to publication.
• Blockchain Associations Forum (BAF) A neutral, transnational harmonisation forum comprising blockchain and digital asset associations from 51 countries across six continents. Hosts annual member summits connecting global blockchain associations.
• BBA Fellowship (FBBA) A prestigious fellowship program recognizing exceptional achievement and contribution to Blockchain and allied disciplines. Fellows (FBBA) are expected to be advocates, ambassadors, and thought leaders advancing blockchain standards and best practice.
• Blockchain International Scientific Conferences (ISC) Annual flagship scientific conferences for blockchain professionals (ISC2019-ISC2026). The ISCs bring together academics, industry experts, and policymakers to discuss evidence-based blockchain applications and emerging technologies. ISC2026 held at the Houses of Parliament.
• Scholars in Blockchain International Symposium (SIBIS) World's first symposium dedicated to blockchain scholars, bringing together academic researchers and industry experts to advance blockchain research.
• BBA Metaverse Headquarters BBA's presence in the metaverse (hosted on Spatial.io and Decentraland), providing a virtual space for events, meetings, and collaboration in Web3 environments.
• UK All-Party Parliamentary Group on Blockchain Technologies (APPG Secretariat) BBA serves as Secretariat of the APPG, providing a cross-disciplinary forum for parliamentarians, regulators, government, public services and industry to discuss blockchain challenges and opportunities.
• BBA Student Forum A global network of university student chapters increasing awareness of blockchain technology and developing future blockchain professionals. Free membership tier for student representatives at universities globally.
• BBA Membership Program Tiered membership program (Tier 1 at £1,950/year, Tier 2 at £5,950/year, Tier 3 at £11,950/year) providing access to BBA events, forums, conferences, and ecosystem benefits for individuals and organizations. Includes free BBA Advisors and BBA Student Forum memberships.

Quantifiable outcome

• Network spanning 6 continents, 71 countries represented on JBBA boards, BAF with 51 member nations
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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AI capability3 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• UK All-Party Parliamentary Group on Blockchain Technologies (APPG)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2023BBA serves as the official Secretariat of the UK All-Party Parliamentary Group on Blockchain Technologies. This is BBA's most significant partnership, providing privileged access to UK parliamentary processes, MPs, and Lords. BBA coordinates APPG meetings, roundtables, working groups, and policy responses on behalf of the group.
• UK National Blockchain Roadmap (Vision 2030)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2021BBA authored the UK's National Blockchain Roadmap Vision 2030 in collaboration with UK Parliamentarians, published in July 2021. The roadmap includes the Excellence Standards Framework and positions the UK as a Centre of Excellence in DLT.
• Blockchain Associations Forum (BAF)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2021BBA founded and hosts the Blockchain Associations Forum, a neutral transnational harmonisation forum comprising 56 blockchain and digital asset associations from 51 countries across six continents. BAF holds annual summits hosted by BBA, fostering international collaboration.
• Centre for Evidence Based Blockchain (CEBB)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019BBA established the Centre for Evidence Based Blockchain in January 2019 as the world's first Centre of Excellence for evidence-based blockchain. CEBB is a global coalition of leading blockchain enterprises and academic institutions, setting benchmarks and frameworks for governments and businesses.
• BBA Fellowship (FBBA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2018BBA introduced Fellowships (FBBA) in July 2018 as a prestigious designation for exceptional achievement in blockchain. Fellows include academics, policymakers, and industry leaders who serve as ambassadors and advocates for the blockchain profession.
• Journal of the British Blockchain Association (JBBA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2017BBA established the world's first fully open-access, peer-reviewed blockchain research journal in December 2017. JBBA publishes academic research, thought leadership, case studies, and reviews. It is indexed in the Web of Science with editorial/review boards spanning 71 countries.
• UK CBT (Centre for Business Technology)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK CBT co-sponsored the APPG Roundtable on 3 June 2025, participating in discussions on blockchain policy, tokenisation, and the UK's digital economy.
• University of SouthamptonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity of Southampton is represented on the BBA Advisory Board through Larisa Yarovaya (Director, Centre for Digital Finance) and Lewis Rogers (Corporate Communications Consultant). The university participates in CEBB research activities.
• Brunel University LondonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBrunel University London is a CEBB member institution. Dr Bakhtiyor Yokubov, PhD of Brunel University, published research in The JBBA on Post Quantum Blockchains (2022).

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• European Blockchain Association: A non-profit association based in Brussels representing European blockchain interests to EU institutions. An emerging peer that mirrors BBA's approach of convening national associations but at the EU rather than global level, intersecting with BAF's scope.
• Blockchain Research Institute: A global research and thought-leadership network producing applied blockchain research for member organisations. Peer to BBA's CEBB and JBBA research positioning, focused on enterprise research output rather than parliamentary advocacy.

Direct peers

• Blockchain Association: The leading US-based blockchain industry trade association advocating for pro-blockchain policy. Directly comparable to BBA in mission (policy advocacy, member-based industry body) and serves a parallel role in the US counterpart to BBA's UK APPG Secretariat.
• Global Digital Finance (GDF): An industry-led standards body for the digital asset and crypto industry, developing codes of conduct and advocacy positions. Directly comparable to BBA's CEBB and BAF functions in producing industry standards and convening cross-industry working groups.
• CryptoUK: The UK's leading crypto trade association representing exchanges, trading firms and ancillary service providers. A direct UK peer to BBA, with overlapping UK policy advocacy remit though focused more narrowly on crypto exchanges than BBA's full-stack DLT scope.
• The Digital Chamber: The world's largest blockchain trade association, founding in 2014. Direct peer to BBA as a membership-based industry body running member events, policy advocacy, and education programs for blockchain and digital assets globally.
• Crypto Council for Innovation (CCI): A global alliance of leading crypto industry participants advocating for evidence-based policy engagement with governments worldwide. A direct peer to BBA's APPG Secretariat and policy advocacy model, operating at a multinational rather than single-country level.

Others

• Web3 Foundation: A Swiss foundation stewarding the Polkadot/Kusama ecosystem and funding research and standards work. Adjacent to BBA through shared blockchain standards and policy advocacy themes, but ecosystem-specific rather than industry-wide.

Regional players

• Korea Blockchain Association: A national industry body representing blockchain and crypto firms in South Korea. Comparable to BBA as a BAF member-country association, providing a regional analog of BBA's national-scale convening model.
• Japan Virtual and Crypto Assets Exchange Association (JVCEA): Japan's self-regulatory organisation for crypto exchanges, recognised by Japan's FSA. Regional peer to BBA operating the same industry-body, government-recognised self-regulatory model in a different geography.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Brit_blockchain
• YouTubeyoutube.com/TheJBBA
• Facebookfacebook.com/BritishBlockchainAssociation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/britishblockchain
• Instagraminstagram.com/brit_blockchain
• TikToktiktok.com/@britblockchain

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