IOTA Foundation Expands UK Footprint by Joining CryptoUK Industry Body

• IOTA’s technology is already being tested in the UK through government-backed pilot projects, including monitoring EU poultry imports and enhancing border security in the food sector.
• These projects, part of the TWIN Foundation’s global agenda, showcase IOTA’s role in streamlining supply chains and cross-border operations.

The IOTA Foundation has joined the CryptoUK membership community in a major step to expand its footprint in the evolving UK crypto market. Known for its open-source distributed ledger technology (DLT), IOTA’s scalable and energy-efficient infrastructure supports applications ranging from enterprise solutions to decentralized Web3 innovations.

IOTA Foundation Joins CryptoUK to Drive Blockchain Innovation

IOTA has already been making its presence felt in the UK market through projects like the Trade Worldwide Information Network (TWIN), as mentioned in our previous post. TWIN has been deployed in UK government-led Border Trade Demonstrator trials wherein it digitizes critical trade documents, improves supply chain transparency, and streamlines cross-border operations. Moreover, this initiative has managed to successfully reduce border delays while showcasing the potential of DLT in public sector innovation.

According to a CryptoUK member, IOTA is planning to influence policy, boost blockchain adoption, and foster industry dialogue through its presence in Britain. The organization’s collaboration with CryptoUK also positions it to engage directly with key regulatory bodies, including the FCA and HM Treasury.

Here, IOTA will leverage its expertise in decentralized infrastructure to shape forward-looking regulations and innovation ecosystems. Speaking on the development, IOTA co-founder Dominik Schiener said:

The UK is quickly establishing itself as a global leader in regulatory innovation for digital assets. By joining CryptoUK, we’re not only strengthening our presence in this key market, we’re also bringing real-world insights to the table.

We look forward to working alongside policymakers, regulators, and industry peers to help shape a future where blockchain infrastructure supports secure, transparent systems on a global scale.

As reported by CNF, the UK tested real-world applications of IOTA through pilot projects funded by the UK Cabinet Office. One project focuses on monitoring poultry imports from the European Union, while another uses IOTA to enhance border security and supply chain monitoring in the food sector. Both initiatives are part of the TWIN Foundation’s global agenda.

Driving Blockchain Adoption Across Different Sectors

Since its establishment in 2015, IOTA has driven adoption across various sectors, including supply chains and digital identity. With its global footprint spanning Germany, Switzerland, and the UAE, IOTA continues to push boundaries in blockchain technology and public sector transformation.

On the other hand, crypto regulations are now easing up in the United Kingdom, which will allow IOTA to accelerate its plans in the region. The United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is exploring the possibility of relaxing restrictions on crypto exchange-traded notes (ETNs) for retail investors, as mentioned in our earlier report.