Speech to Blockchain Ireland Week 2021 Good morning everyone. I am delighted to be speaking to you today, albeit virtually, as part of Blockchain Ireland Week. First of all, I would like to acknowledge the commitment of Dave Feenan to blockchain; accepting the role as the new Chair of Blockchain Ireland, a challenge that few could have met. I would also like to acknowledge the tenacity and perseverance of Lory Kehoe, being one of the original founders of Blockchain Ireland, over 5 years ago. Thank you also Toomas Ilves for sharing your experience in the digitalisation of your country, and your expert understanding of blockchain technology.