Publications

Research papers, white papers, and thought leadership on emerging technology governance, blockchain regulation, and AI policy.

Research Paper • 2024

Securing the Future: Custody Best Practices for Web3, DAOs & Blockchain Foundations

This comprehensive research paper provides guidelines for custody best practices specifically designed for decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) and blockchain foundations operating in the Web3 ecosystem. The publication outlines detailed frameworks for implementing multi-party computation (MPC) and multi-signature custody solutions, addressing the unique security challenges these organizations face when managing digital assets.

Dmitry Fedotov (Lead Author), ADGM Research Team

Publication (Foreword) • 2024

CBDCs, Stablecoins and Alternative Emerging Payment Solutions on the Money Ecosystem

This publication examines the transformative impact of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), stablecoins, and emerging payment technologies on the global financial system and money ecosystem. The article provides comprehensive analysis of retail and wholesale CBDCs, cryptocurrencies, and their associated uncertainties and risks, exploring how these digital assets are reshaping payment infrastructure and financial market dynamics.

Carlos León (Director of FMIs & Digital Currency Solutions, FNA), José Moreno (Senior Data Scientist, FNA) • Foreword by Dmitry Fedotov

White Paper • 2024

AI Applications in Web3 SupTech & RegTech: A Regulatory Perspective

This whitepaper explores the integration of artificial intelligence into supervisory technology (SupTech) and regulatory technology (RegTech) within the Web3 ecosystem. The research details collaborative efforts between the National University of Singapore's Asian Institute of Digital Finance and ADGM FSRA to enhance compliance monitoring and risk management, examining how AI tools can address significant risks and systemic vulnerabilities in Web3 technologies and decentralized finance.

Shengliang Lu, Amritpal Singh Sidhu, Bingsheng He, Brian Byagaba, Dmitry Fedotov, Alejandro Vargas, Helena Zhang, Barry West

Industry Report • 2024

Understanding the Digital Assets Landscape and Ecosystems in the Middle East Region

This industry report provides a comprehensive examination of the digital assets landscape across the Middle East region, analyzing regulatory frameworks, emerging ecosystems, and market dynamics. The report offers insights into how jurisdictions in the region are positioning themselves as strategic hubs for blockchain infrastructure and digital asset innovation, with contributions on regulatory approaches and governance frameworks.

Industry Report • Referenced Contribution by Dmitry Fedotov

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