Introduction
Bitcoin should not be understood merely by its price and market value; rather, it must be recognized through its impact on the world, the windows it has opened to the future, and the luminous path it has outlined for humanity.
The team at the monthly journal “Crypto Assets: Blockchain Research Bulletin” is honored to host this year’s deBlock Scientific Conference in Tehran, Iran, with the aim of showcasing the applicability and impacts of blockchain, crypto assets, and everything inspired or initiated by Bitcoin.
The term deBlock, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, can be translated as “facilitating and removing financial restrictions.” What could be more vital for the economy of Iran and similar countries, as well as for the financial prosperity of nations under the yoke of sanctions and dominance, than facilitating and removing monetary barriers? The deBlock Summit—its official English title—is a scientific and academic event aimed at producing knowledge, fostering widespread adoption, and creating value from blockchain and crypto assets for Iran and other nations.
Fortunately, the demand for such a scientific event, coupled with the enthusiasm of individuals and institutions in academia, governance, the private sector, and international organizations, has been so strong that as soon as we shared the idea, we were met with the warmest cooperation and sincerest support. With the assistance of distinguished individuals invited to its policymaking, scientific, and executive committees, deBlock will undoubtedly pave the way for the future of blockchain and crypto assets in Iran. It is also expected to receive widespread interest from researchers, professors, and students passionate about this interdisciplinary field. Another crucial aspect of deBlock is fostering real connections between academia and industry. I am pleased to transparently announce that this event is being organized entirely without government financial support and is fully backed by the most pioneering private sector brands.
The space for collaboration and participation in this conference is open to all interested individuals and entities. The plan has been designed to ensure maximum involvement and consensus among various sectors and stakeholders. I would like to express my gratitude to my dear colleagues Abbas Ashtiani and Reza Soltani, whose central roles in establishing this event are invaluable.
You will hear much more about deBlock in the coming days and weeks. But for now, let’s turn to this issue of the magazine, which, given the extended explanation needed for the conference, will focus solely on highlighting one of the articles. In this issue, we feature a valuable article by Nafise Mahroughi, offering guidance to parents on dealing with their children’s and teenagers’ interest in cryptocurrencies.
Financial literacy, and consequently education on blockchain and cryptocurrencies, remains a neglected topic in our country’s educational system. While commendable efforts are being made in the private sector to promote financial literacy, we also strive to make a more significant and meaningful contribution in our areas of focus.
Stay tuned for the next issue.
