Aggelos Kiayias is the Chair in Cyber Security and Privacy at the University of Edinburgh, where he directs the Blockchain Technology Laboratory. He also serves as Chief Scientist at Input Output, a blockchain technology company. His research focuses on computer security, privacy, applied cryptography, blockchain technologies, distributed systems, e-voting, secure multiparty protocols, and identity management. Ph.D., City University of New York B.Sc., Mathematics, University of Athens With over 200 publications, his work examines blockchain protocol design, consensus mechanisms, privacy-preserving systems, and cryptocurrency economics. Recent research explores transaction fairness, stake-based consensus, and regulatory-compliant financial systems. His studies bridge theoretical cryptography with real-world implementations, including quantum-resistant blockchain frameworks and incentive-aligned protocol designs. Scientific recognitions include the BCS Lovelace Medal (2024), ERC Starting Grant, Marie Curie Fellowship, NSF Career Award, and Royal Society of Edinburgh Fellowship. Supervised 22 Ph.D. students with impactful careers in academia and industry, including researchers at Stanford, Imperial College, and blockchain protocol architects. Current projects investigate tiered transaction fee models, privacy-preserving tokens, and decentralized reliability estimation systems. His work receives funding from European Research Council, Horizon 2020, EPSRC, NSF, and NIST.
Maurice K.S. Tse serves as Finance Associate Professor of Teaching at The University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Business, Department of Finance. With a distinguished career spanning several decades, Professor Tse has established himself as a leading expert in financial markets, risk management, and emerging financial technologies. His academic journey began with a Ph.D. in Finance from Michigan State University, where he demonstrated exceptional teaching abilities even as a candidate by winning the All-University-Excellence in Teaching Award in 1988. Professor Tse's educational background includes obtaining the professional qualification of Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) in 1991. His academic path took him from the School of Business at Indiana University, which he joined in 1989, to Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) where he taught professional courses for the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong in 1996, before settling at his current position at HKU. He has served on examination committees for the Society of Actuaries and as an external assessor for the University Grants Committee since 1995. Professor Tse's research interests span a wide spectrum of financial topics, with particular focus on government regulation effects on market volatility and wealth transfer, asset pricing, corporate finance, and risk management. His current research explores hybrid mortgage valuation, corporate acquisition signaling, Hong Kong market structure dynamics, and international currency-stock market responses to trade announcements. In recent years, his scholarly work has evolved to address contemporary financial technology challenges, including blockchain applications, cryptocurrency regulation, and AI's impact on financial markets and fraud prevention. His extensive publication record demonstrates a clear progression from traditional finance topics to cutting-edge financial technology research. Professor Tse has consistently produced high-impact work analyzing market structures, regulatory impacts, and emerging financial instruments. His recent articles reveal a strategic pivot toward digital finance, with significant contributions on stablecoins, blockchain security tokens, AI applications in finance, and cryptocurrency fraud prevention mechanisms, reflecting his ability to stay at the forefront of financial innovation. All-University-Excellence in Teaching Award (1988) Justice of the Peace (JP) appointment recognizing community service Professor Tse has maintained active engagement with professional financial institutions throughout his career. He has provided consulting services to the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong, prepared housing affordability reports for the Indiana Housing Finance Authority, and served on regulatory committees. His expertise is frequently sought for assessing market structures, regulatory impacts, and financial innovation. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided materials, his sustained research output across multiple decades suggests consistent funding support for his scholarly activities. Though specific laboratory affiliations aren't mentioned in the provided materials, Professor Tse appears deeply integrated into Hong Kong's financial research ecosystem, regularly contributing to policy discussions through publications in the Hong Kong Economic Journal and other venues. His work bridges academic research with practical financial market applications, particularly in the rapidly evolving areas of digital finance and regulatory technology.
Dimitrije D. Čvokić serves as Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Computer and Information Sciences within the Faculty of Science and Mathematics at the University of Banja Luka. His academic leadership spans curriculum development across computer science and mathematics disciplines, with teaching responsibilities including Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Engineering, and Mobile Application Development. His research focuses on competitive hub location problems, bioinformatics tool development, and blockchain applications. Čvokić pioneered the integration of Linux-based bioinformatics tools like BioLinux and UGene into biology curricula, while developing novel optimization algorithms for Stackelberg games in logistics networks. His recent work explores large language model terminology standardization and blockchain-based property investment platforms. Analysis of his publication trends reveals a strong trajectory from theoretical optimization (2015-2020) toward applied computational solutions (2021-2024), with increasing interdisciplinary collaboration spanning public health, real estate, and linguistic computing. His work demonstrates consistent methodological rigor in operations research while adapting to emerging technological domains. As an academic advisor, Čvokić has mentored multiple thesis students including Aleksandar Vrhovac (Interval Arithmetic, 2023), Danijela Kovačević (Automatic Control Systems, 2023), and Nemanja Marjanović (CAPTCHA systems, 2022). His teaching innovations include introducing Python programming, RDKit cheminformatics tools, and BASH scripting into diverse science curricula across chemistry, biology, and geodesy programs. Čvokić established computational laboratories featuring specialized software environments including Chemistry Add-in for Word, ChemSketch, UGene, and NET Bio Extension for Excel. His cross-departmental collaborations have modernized computer science instruction across the university's technical and natural science programs through systematic integration of open-source tools and modern development frameworks.
Juliet M. Moringiello was an Emerita Professor of Law and former Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at Widener University Commonwealth Law School. She specialized in bankruptcy law, property law, and digital assets. Her research focused on online contracting, creditors’ rights in digital assets, and the interplay between state/federal bankruptcy laws. She played pivotal roles in enacting Pennsylvania’s Revised UCC articles and the Uniform Voidable Transactions Act. Recognized with awards like the W. Edward Sell Business Lawyer Award (2021), she served on high-profile committees, including the ALI/ULC Drafting Committee on UCC and Emerging Technologies. Education: BSFS, Georgetown University School of Foreign Service JD, Fordham University School of Law LLM, Temple University School of Law Research Interests: Bankruptcy Law (Municipal and Corporate) Property Rights in Digital Assets Uniform Commercial Code Modernization NFTs and Real Property Transactions Crypto-Asset Legal Frameworks Awards and Honors: Outstanding Faculty Award (2014, 2021) Four-time Douglas E. Ray Excellence in Faculty Scholarship Award W. Edward Sell Business Lawyer Award (2021) Leadership Roles: Elected Member, American Law Institute Uniform Law Commissioner for Pennsylvania Chair, Pennsylvania Bar Association Business Law Section (2017-2018)
Dr. Elias Iosif is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Digital Innovation at the School of Business, University of Nicosia. He specializes in blockchain technologies, machine learning, and natural language processing. His research focuses on integrating blockchain with AI, semantic models, and spoken dialogue systems. He holds a PhD in Network-Based Distributional Semantic Models from the Technical University of Crete (2013). His career includes postdoctoral roles at the National Technical University of Athens (2014–2017) and research positions at institutions like AT&T Labs and the Athena Research Center. Notable contributions include blockchain maturity models, fraud detection frameworks, and AI applications in pharmaceuticals. Research highlights include over 80 peer-reviewed publications, with recent work emphasizing blockchain scalability, NFTs, and cross-chain interoperability. He co-authored the Handbook of Blockchain Technology (2025), exploring cryptocurrency regulation and tokenization landscapes.
Josias N. Dewey is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Miami School of Law, teaching real estate transactions for over 15 years. He is a Partner at Holland & Knight LLP, specializing in real estate finance, digital assets, and blockchain technology. His practice includes asset-based lending, healthcare real estate, and innovative financial instruments. Education: J.D. (with high honors) and B.A. (with honors) from the University of Florida. Admitted to the Florida Bar, he actively participates in organizations like the Digital Currency & Ledger Defense Coalition and contributes to legal standards for blockchain technologies. Research focuses on integrating blockchain into financial systems, cryptocurrency regulation, and real estate transactions. Notable publications include analyses of blockchain's impact on trade finance and global digital asset compliance frameworks. Awards: Chambers FinTech Notable Practitioner (2024), Innovators Honoree (2020), Top 10 Legal Innovators (2018). Speaking Engagements: Regularly addresses topics like digital currencies, smart contracts, and anti-human trafficking financial strategies. Professional Contributions: Co-authored global comparative guides on blockchain laws and led initiatives to modernize legal frameworks for emerging technologies. Leverages over 25 years of legal and academic experience to bridge traditional finance with innovative digital systems, advising institutions on blockchain adoption and regulatory compliance.
Laurens Swinkels is an Associate Professor in the Department of Finance at the Erasmus School of Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam. His research and professional work focus on asset pricing, investment management, and pension funds, with significant contributions to understanding factor premiums, market anomalies, and climate and political risks in financial markets. His research interests span asset pricing , investment management , pension funds , factor investing , climate risk , political risk , and blockchain applications in finance . He employs empirical and quantitative methods to analyze global financial markets, with a particular focus on corporate bonds, emerging economies, and sustainable finance. Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into traditional finance frameworks, analyzing media-based climate risks, carbon credit tokenization, and political risk in corporate bonds. His work on anomalies in the China A-share market and global factor premiums highlights his expertise in empirical asset pricing and quantitative investment strategies. Graham and Dodd Award (2015) Graham & Dodd Scroll Award (2025) Swinkels has advised on investment strategy through external roles at Robeco (since 2016, and previously 2004–2012) and Norges Bank Investment Management (2013–2016). He has not received mention of grants in the provided text, but his research output and datasets suggest active project leadership. He has contributed datasets on international government bond returns, real estate tokens, and China A-share market anomalies, supporting open research in finance. He leads no named lab or team in the provided text, but his collaborative research with institutions like Robeco and international co-authors indicates active engagement in research networks and industry-academia partnerships.
Philip Treleaven is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science , University College London (UCL). His work bridges Artificial Intelligence , Blockchain Technology , and Financial Computing , with a focus on DeFi , Tokenization , and Algorithm Auditing . He leads research on AI governance , privacy-preserving data , and financial market automation . Key Research Areas AI Ethics & Governance Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Tokenization & Web3 Cybersecurity & Emerging Threats Notable Collaborations Adriano Koshiyama Jeremy Barnett Rem Sadykhov Lukasz Szpruch Nick Firoozye Giles Pavey Recent Publications "Data Assets: Tokenization and Valuation" (2023) "DeTEcT: Dynamic and Probabilistic Parameters Extension" (2024) "Optimising Large Language Models" (2025) His research drives cross-disciplinary innovation , impacting finance , law , and data governance through applied machine learning and blockchain solutions . Current projects include DeTEcT (Decentralized Token Economy Theory) and Federated Computing Infrastructure .
Julia von Ah is a Lecturer at the Swiss Institute of Tax Law (SIST) under the University of Zurich. She also serves as Vice President of the Executive Committee at the Institute for Swiss and International Tax Law (ISIS) . Her expertise spans corporate tax law, international tax compliance, and taxation of individuals. Principal owner and Managing Director of Ah & Partner AG, Zurich Certified Tax Expert Specializes in cross-border restructuring, foundations, trusts, and employee participation Research Interests include corporate tax law, international tax compliance, and wealth structuring mechanisms like trusts and foundations. She focuses on Swiss federal and cantonal tax frameworks, cross-border transactions, and tax implications for SMEs and individuals. Article Trends reflect her work on: Swiss corporate tax reform impacts on SMEs Cross-border tax challenges in business succession Token taxation in blockchain Marital tax liabilities Withholding tax procedures Trust and foundation structuring
Matthias Daniel Aepli serves as a Lecturer at the Institute for Financial Services Zug (IFZ) within the School of Business at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU), a position he has held since 2012. His teaching responsibilities span financial management, risk management, and real estate management across multiple master's programs. His academic credentials include: Master of Arts in Banking and Finance (MA HSG) from the University of St. Gallen Doctorate in quantitative finance (Dr. oec. HSG) from the University of St. Gallen, focusing on portfolio risk prediction using multivariate dynamic copula models Certificate in higher education teaching from HSLU Dr. Aepli's research centers on Real Estate Management, Risk Management, Investments, and Corporate Finance, with particular emphasis on emerging asset classes like logistics, light industrial, and life science properties. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in Swiss and international markets, addressing critical issues such as digitalization impacts, housing affordability, and inflation effects on real estate portfolios. His recent publications reveal a distinct trend toward innovative real estate investment models, including tokenization and specialized asset classes, while maintaining strong foundations in quantitative risk analysis. These works demonstrate increasing interdisciplinary collaboration and practical industry relevance. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards, prizes, or fellowships were documented in the available materials. Dr. Aepli actively supervises master's theses across four degree programs (International Financial Management, Real Estate, Banking and Finance, Engineering) and leads multiple research initiatives including tokenized real estate investments, logistics property analysis, global inflation studies, and the Real Estate Industry Digitalization Barometer. His projects consistently address current market challenges through industry-academia partnerships. The Institute for Financial Services Zug (IFZ) serves as his primary research base, functioning as a dynamic hub for applied financial research with direct industry engagement through its Financial Services Management division.
Kenneth Rogoff is the Maurits C. Boas Professor of International Economics at Harvard University. He previously served as Chief Economist at the International Monetary Fund (2001–2003). His work focuses on international macroeconomics, financial crises, and monetary policy design. Rogoff is renowned for co-authoring foundational texts like Foundations of International Macroeconomics and This Time Is Different: Eight Centuries of Financial Folly , which analyze global financial crises across history. He advises the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and contributes to policy discussions on inflation, debt management, and central bank independence. Research Interests: International Financial Crises Monetary Policy Frameworks Sovereign Debt Sustainability Global Economic Governance Long-Run Macroeconomic Trends Recent articles emphasize post-pandemic debt challenges, central bank pressures, and cryptocurrency dynamics. He has received prestigious awards including the Deutsche Bank Prize (2011) and membership in the National Academy of Sciences. A lifelong chess grandmaster, Rogoff also engages with geopolitical and institutional economic issues.
Professor Vincent OOI is an Assistant Professor of Law at the Yong Pung How School of Law, Singapore Management University (SMU), and a Lee Kong Chian Fellow. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge (2023) and an MA in Jurisprudence from the University of Oxford (2020), and is an Advocate and Solicitor in Singapore. His research focuses on Tax Law, Equity and Trusts, and emerging issues in digital asset taxation and automation policy. He has held roles including Deputy Director of the Centre for Commercial Law in Asia and Rapporteur at the International Law Association. Research interests span cross-border tax treaties, crypto taxation frameworks, and automation’s socio-economic impacts. His work bridges traditional legal principles with modern challenges like blockchain and the Metaverse. He has published extensively, including in British Tax Review , Capital Markets Law Journal , and Halsbury’s Laws of Singapore . He teaches courses on Tax Law, Equity & Trusts, and Private Wealth Law. Awards include the Most Promising Teacher Award and MOE-START Scholarship. He actively contributes to legal reform through editorships, including the Oxford University Undergraduate Law Journal , and advises on tax policy for organizations like the United Nations. His professional engagements include consulting roles at ZICO Insights Law LLC and the Centre for Cross-Border Commercial Law in Asia. He leads research on tax avoidance, ESG investing, and regulatory challenges in digital economies, emphasizing practical solutions for policy-makers and practitioners.
Susan M Wachter is the Albert Sussman Professor of Real Estate and Professor of Finance at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School, where she has been on faculty since 1972. She serves as Co-Director of the Penn Institute for Urban Research and Director of the Wharton Geographical Information Systems Lab. Her extensive career includes significant public service as Assistant Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from 1998-2001, following presidential appointment and Senate confirmation. Professor Wachter's research focuses on housing finance, real estate economics, and urban economics, with particular expertise in mortgage markets, housing policy, and the intersection of climate risk with real estate. Her work addresses critical issues including minority homeownership, housing affordability, financial regulation, and the macroeconomic implications of housing markets. She has been instrumental in analyzing the Great Financial Crisis and developing policy responses to housing market challenges. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on contemporary housing finance issues including the impact of remote work on urban real estate (Doom Loop or Boom Loop), climate risk in mortgage markets, the role of government-sponsored enterprises, and innovative strategies to advance equity in housing finance. Wachter's research increasingly addresses the intersection of digital assets with real estate and the evolving challenges in banking stability related to real estate exposure. American Real Estate and Urban Economics Lifetime Achievement Award (2005) American Real Estate and Urban Economics Best International Paper Award (1995) Undergraduate Division Excellence in Teaching Award (1991) Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching, University of Pennsylvania (1975) Anvil Award for Teaching Excellence (1974) Presidential Appointment as Assistant Secretary of HUD (1998-2001) Best Published Paper in Real Estate Economics (1996) Professor Wachter actively mentors students through independent studies and honors theses, as evidenced by her work with undergraduate researcher Aidan Thornton. She serves on multiple editorial boards including the Journal of Housing Economics and Housing Policy Debate, and provides critical policy guidance as a member of the Financial Research Advisory Committee at the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Her research has been consistently funded through institutional affiliations and has directly informed housing policy at federal and international levels. As Director of the Wharton Geographical Information Systems Lab, Professor Wachter leads a research team applying spatial analysis to urban economics and real estate problems. Her lab's work connects geospatial data with housing market dynamics, providing valuable insights for policymakers and industry professionals addressing urban development challenges.
Alastair Moore is a Lecturer (Education) at the School of Management, University College London (UCL). He holds a PhD in Computer Science from UCL and has 10 years of experience in AI/ML, UX design, marketplaces, mobile tech, and early-stage innovation. He co-founded UCL spin-outs Satalia.com and Wearepopup.com, and played a key role in establishing the IDEALondon innovation centre with Cisco and DC Thomson. His current projects focus on 5G-enabled business models, Big Data support for SMEs, and smart city platforms using Semantic Web technology. Research interests span AI/ML applications in entrepreneurship ecosystems, innovation management, and emerging technologies like blockchain and smart contracts. He mentors at startup accelerators including Wayra Academy and Techstars London, and chairs the British Computer Society’s Special Group for Entrepreneurship. Professional activities include designing innovation support programs and commercialization frameworks for tech startups. Education: PhD in Computer Science (UCL) Affiliations: IDEALondon, UCL Centre for Entrepreneurship Key Projects: IDEALondon post-accelerator program, 5G SME innovation grants, smart cities semantic platforms His work bridges academic research with practical tech commercialization, focusing on how emerging technologies transform business models and regulatory frameworks. Current projects emphasize 5G applications, blockchain-based legal contracts, and sustainable tech ecosystems.
Dr. Zeyang Ivy Zhou is a Senior Lecturer in Finance at the University of Wollongong's Faculty of Business and Law. She holds a Ph.D. from Macquarie University (2018), an M.Phil. in Real Estate Finance from the University of Cambridge (Distinction), and a B.Sc. in Mathematics & Business from the University of Edinburgh (First-Class Honors). Her research focuses on derivatives markets, cryptocurrencies, digital assets, and social media's impact on financial systems. Her work appears in top-tier journals like Journal of Finance and Journal of Futures Markets . She has secured ARC Linkage and DFAT grants for interdisciplinary projects addressing digital asset risks. Zhou advises HDR students at the Digital Finance CRC and has professional experience with the ASX, Core Logic/RP Data, and McKinsey Consulting. She reviews for journals including International Review of Financial Analysis and Journal of Futures Markets . Her funded projects include the ARC-funded 'Empowering Australia's Visual Arts via Creative Blockchain Opportunities' (2023-2026). Teaching interests include derivatives markets, risk management, and decentralized finance.
