Knowledge Sharing Session on Integrity Perils of Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies

Advances in blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies are gaining significant attention across the development sector, but they may open new avenues for integrity risks and corruption. ADB's Sustainable Development and Climate Change Department and Office of Anticorruption and Integrity are promoting a balance between the hype and the future potential of these solutions versus the risks of corruption.

Sayaka Takahashi

Sayaka Takahashi is a senior development professional at the Asian Development Bank, currently serving as Representative of its Japanese Representative Office in Tokyo. She leads engagement with Japanese stakeholders and helps strengthen partnerships supporting development initiatives across Asia and the Pacific. Since joining ADB in 2018, she has held key roles in the Office of the Secretary and the Office of Anticorruption and Integrity, focusing on governance, compliance, and institutional coordination.

Integrity Perils of Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies

Advances in blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies are gaining significant attention across the development sector, but they may open new avenues for integrity risks and corruption. SDCC and OAI are promoting a balance between the hype and the future potential of these solutions versus the risks of corruption. ADB's Chief of Digital Technology for Development, Mr. Thomas Abell, presented on significant integrity risks associated with blockchains and cryptocurrencies that are often overlooked in development programs.

Regional Workshop on Enhancing Roles of Supreme Audit Institutions

The Southeast Asia Regional Department, in collaboration with the Office of Anticorruption and Integrity of Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the State Audit Office of Viet Nam, held a regional workshop on Enhancing Compliance with International Standard of Supreme Audit Institutions and Forensic Audit from 22 to 24 March 2016, in Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam.