We are excited to announce that the Blockchain Research Lab is conducting an empirical study to explore the extent of the black market for online gambling in Germany. The study is funded by the Gemeinsame Glücksspielbehörde der Länder (GGL; Joint Gambling Authority of the Federal States). The aim of the study is to shed light on the size and dynamics of this significant yet hidden sector by conducting a survey among gamblers.

Our report titled "Economic Valuation of Physical Activity: A Multilayered Framework" explains just how much physical activity impacts both health and the economy. The report finds that physical activity leads to significant healthcare cost savings, increased productivity, and overall economic gains at individual, corporate, and national levels. The findings demonstrate how much individuals, companies, and even governments can benefit from encouraging regular physical activity.

Our CEO and Co-Founder, Prof. Dr. Lennart Ante, presented on "Blockchain für Real Estate und Real Estate für Blockchain" hosted by Der Wirtschaftsverein für den Hamburger Süden. The event took place on September 17. We would like to thank the organizers for the successful event.

We are happy to report that our CEO, Dr. Lennart Ante, held guest lectures on "Stablecoins and their Relevance to Global Finance" at Mahidol University, hosted by Prof. Dr. Aman Saggu, whom we would like to thank for the excellent organization and warm hospitality.

Our CEO and Co-Founder, Dr. Lennart Ante, presented at the "Real Estate and Technology" conference hosted by The Breslin Center for Real Estate Studies and Hofstra University’s Frank G. Zarb School of Business. We would like to thank the organizers for the successful event.

The study "Anticipatory Gains and Event-Driven Losses in Blockchain-Based Fan Tokens: Evidence from the FIFA World Cup", recently published in Research in International Business and Finance, examines the dynamic convergence of sports, fan engagement and cryptocurrencies.

On 11.12.2023, an artist talk with photographer Prof. Danny Franzreb and Dr. Lennart Ante, Managing Director and co-founder of the Blockchain Research Lab, took place at the Museum der Arbeit in Hamburg.

We're excited to share that the Blockchain Research Lab became part of the European Blockchain Association (EBA). This allows us to broaden our network and enhances our ability to collaborate with a diverse range of organizations and experts. This partnership is an opportunity to advance our research and understanding of blockchain technology's socio-economic impacts.

Our co-founder Dr. Lennart Ante gave a presentation on business models for the metaverse at the 1st METAVERSE #wissenrockt conference, which was held digitally in the Spatial Metaverse.

Our co-founder Dr. Fred Steinmetz had the privilege of joining the Technology, Risk, and Gambling webinar series, hosted by distinguished gambling researchers Prof. Sally Gainsbury and Prof. Kahlil S. Philander. In the latest episode, they delved into 'The Interrelations of Cryptocurrency and Gambling,' exploring the evolving landscape at the intersection of these two domains.