The Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA), a global non-profit initiative founded by cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, hosted its inaugural Impact Leaders' Summit at the House of Lords in the Palace of Westminster, London. The exclusive private gathering, held on April 9, 2026, marked a significant milestone in BGA's expansion into the United Kingdom and its mission to leverage blockchain technology for societal benefit.
The event convened senior figures from government, finance, technology, and international organizations to discuss the evolving role of blockchain in building transparent, accountable, and inclusive systems. The evening was formally opened by John David Beckett Taylor, Baron Taylor of Warwick. Distinguished attendees included Kulveer Singh Ranger, Baron Ranger of Northwood, Manzila Pola Uddin, Baroness Mazila Uddin, former UK Member of Parliament Lisa Cameron, and key industry leaders such as Helen Liu, Founder of BGA, founder of AB Finance, and former Co-CEO of Bybit.
A central highlight of the summit was the launch of BGA's first impact report, titled The State of Blockchain for Good: A View from the Alliance, authored by Glenn Tan, Director of Global Affairs at BGA. In his opening speech, Lord Taylor highlighted the report's emphasis on "purpose over profit," stating it "outlines a clear shift within the blockchain industry" where technology serves societal betterment, not just financial gain.
In closing remarks, Lord Ranger commended BGA's publication as "a testament to how blockchain technology is already implemented and deployed in the world, and already changing lives." He emphasized the need to ensure blockchain-integrated digital infrastructure is built with a focus on collective benefit.
Helen Liu, Founder of BGA, underscored the Alliance's role in convening global stakeholders and supporting projects that demonstrate both impact and scalability. She argued that the next phase of blockchain adoption will be driven by commercially viable, scalable solutions, asserting that "sustainable impact is achieved when solutions are both economically viable and widely adoptable."
The summit also served to highlight the United Kingdom's growing position as a hub for responsible financial innovation and regulatory leadership. BGA's presence signals its commitment to contributing to the UK ecosystem by connecting global builders, institutional partners, and capital to accelerate impactful blockchain solutions.
Looking ahead, Glenn Tan announced the Impact Leaders Summit as a new initiative in BGA's global strategy, with plans to convene future summits across different regions to foster dialogue at the intersection of technology, governance, and impact capital.
