TLDR: The Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA), a non-profit founded by Bybit, played a central role at the 20th United Nations Internet Governance Forum (UN IGF) in Oslo. They co-hosted a high-level dinner to foster dialogue on inclusive, ethical, and interoperable digital infrastructure, emphasizing blockchain’s transformative potential in a global digital ecosystem, particularly in the age of AI and emerging technologies.
DUBAI, UAE – July 29, 2025 – The Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA), a leading non-profit initiative established by Bybit, took a prominent position at the 20th anniversary of the United Nations Internet Governance Forum (UN IGF) held in Oslo. In a significant move to advance global digital cooperation, the BGA, in collaboration with the Singapore Internet Governance Forum (SGIGF), co-hosted an exclusive, high-level dinner titled ‘Bridging the Future: Blockchain, Governance & Global Cooperation.’ This event, officially supported by the UN IGF Secretariat, took place at Oslo’s historic Akershus Fortress.
The dinner convened a distinguished assembly of global leaders, including government officials, representatives from multilateral organizations, and key figures from both the blockchain and artificial intelligence sectors. The primary objective was to foster dialogue around the development of inclusive, ethical, and interoperable digital infrastructure.
Glenn Tan, Director of Global Affairs at BGA, led the event, which was co-organized with SGIGF’s Founding Members Henry Wang and Una Wang. Notable attendees included His Excellency Dharambeer Gokhool, President of Mauritius; National Deputy of Argentina Pamela Calletti; and Senator Kenneth Pugh of Chile, alongside representatives from various UN agencies and national parliaments.
Central to the evening’s discussions was the pivotal role of blockchain technology in shaping a trusted and collaborative global digital ecosystem. His Excellency President Dharambeer Gokhool of Mauritius underscored the importance of the forum, stating, ‘As we stand at the crossroads of a digital future, Mauritius reaffirms its commitment to an ethical, inclusive, and rights-based digital governance model. Events like the IGF 2025 remind us that trust, collaboration, and shared values must be the cornerstones of our collective journey in the age of AI and emerging technologies. The IGF 2025 was not just a conference — it was a collective call to conscience.’
Glenn Tan of BGA emphasized the critical need for forward-looking infrastructure, noting, ‘As blockchain transitions from hype cycles to hard infrastructure across the internet, we must ensure that systems built today serve the collective good of tomorrow.’ The discussions highlighted blockchain’s potential as ‘connective tissue’ for inclusive internet governance when integrated with AI ethics, addressing global challenges such as climate action, humanitarian aid, and secure digital identity systems.
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The event reaffirmed BGA’s commitment to fostering cross-border collaboration and responsible digital transformation. These crucial conversations are set to continue at the inaugural Singapore IGF Conference on October 1, 2025, where regional stakeholders will further the global dialogue on resilient internet governance. The long-term success of these initiatives will depend on demonstrating measurable impact through pilot projects, such as those in disaster relief or carbon credit tracking, while navigating the evolving legal landscape for blockchain applications.
