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27th Annual IBA Arbitration Day Conference: “New Horizons”: focusing on the influence of new technologies, sectors and geographies on the future of human living and the evolution of International Arbitration

28 Jan - 29 Jan 2026

Session information

Session four: Virtual assets

Thursday 29 January (1615 - 1730)

Description

This fourth panel will explore the rapidly evolving landscape of disputes arising from virtual assets, including cryptocurrencies, blockchain innovations, and digital tokens. Our experts will analyze the latest trends driving growth and disputes in the fintech sector, and the main challenges faced by parties and arbitrators dealing with these issues, including the predictability of future asset values in these dynamic markets, and the impacts of an ever-changing regulatory landscape.

Session / Workshop Chair(s)

Nadine Debbas Achkar	NYU Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Speakers

Min Shi	Oxera , London, England
Nik Yeo	Fountain Court Chambers, London, England

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