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VIA co-hosting congressional briefing on digital payments in humanitarian assistance

VIA is proud to co-host a congressional Hill briefing and live demonstration exploring how regulated stablecoin infrastructure can deliver international humanitarian aid faster, more transparently, and with lower fraud risk.

Organized in collaboration with global development organization FHI 360, the session will feature a live, step-by-step walkthrough of the VIA Wallet, followed by a fireside discussion with VIA leadership, FHI 360, and a representative from the U.S. Department of State. This briefing offers an inside look at how public-private technology partnerships are successfully safeguarding financial pipelines to support communities in crisis.

This briefing is a private, invite-only session for policymakers and partners. To explore how VIA’s digital payment technology can support your organization’s mission, please reach out to our team at info@solvewithvia.com.

VIA Strategic Advisor Jakob Bosshard to present Web3 humanitarian solutions at ESG meets Blockchain Summit 2026

VIA’s Strategic Advisor, Jakob Bosshard, will be representing VIA at the 4th ESG meets Blockchain Summit & Awards in Lugano. The premier international platform brings together policymakers, industry experts, and corporate leaders to explore how blockchain technology can drive real-world Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) solutions.

Jakob will take the stage on Wednesday during the Project Awards block to showcase an inspiring initiative combining Web3 innovation with real-world impact:

  • 🕒 Time: Wednesday, 12:00 PM
  • 🏆 Project 9 Presentation: “From Aid to Empowerment: Stablecoin-Based Humanitarian Payments in Haiti”

Jakob’s session will dive deep into how digital assets and stablecoins can safely bypass traditional banking hurdles to deliver direct, transparent, and empowering humanitarian relief where it is needed most.

If you are attending the summit in Switzerland or following along with the ESG Center of Excellence ecosystem, be sure to catch Jakob’s presentation and connect with him afterward.

👉 Explore the full event agenda and grab your pass here. Better yet, reach out directly to Jakob Bosshard on LinkedIn to meet up.

VIA to address cryptographic trust and verifiable AI at UN Open Source Week side event

Stan Byers, VIA’s Vice President of Business Development and Transformation, will be featured as a panelist at an official UN Open Source Week side event hosted by the Advanced AI Society and the Polaris Collective at IBM. The panel, titled “Open Source and the Future of Verifiable AI,” will address a vital global imperative: evaluating whether critical AI security infrastructure should be developed via open-source methodologies or proprietary frameworks.

The session will introduce the new, vendor-neutral Proof-of-Control Cryptographic Verification Standard. Following opening remarks by Tricia Wang, CEO of the Advanced AI Society, moderator Julie Tsai will lead a comprehensive analysis with front-line industry leaders. Stan will offer expert insights on the deployment of cryptographic trust to ensure verifiable AI architectures and accountable digital transactions on a global scale.

👉  RSVP via Luma for the event and be sure to reach out directly to Stan Byers on LinkedIn to meet up.

VIA announces Platinum Sponsorship and exhibition at the 156th ACA Congress of Correction

VIA is pleased to be a Platinum Sponsor for the American Correctional Association (ACA) 156th Congress of Correction, convening at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. As one of the most prominent assemblies in the global corrections sector, the Congress of Correction unites thousands of institutional executives, administrators, and operational experts to establish benchmarks for excellence, facility security, and the future of institutional management.

As a principal partner of this year’s Congress, VIA invites delegates, institutional partners, and public safety leadership to visit Booth #701 in the primary exhibition hall. VIA’s CCO, Joe Babiec, and Director of Public Safety Business Development, Chase Hallman, will conduct live demonstrations of GHOST™, illustrating how VIA’s corrections intelligence platform drives definitive operational outcomes to cultivate more secure institutional environments.

👉 Stay on the lookout for the release of the official ACA agenda and explore the capabilities of GHOST™ prior to the event. Don’t miss the chance to see GHOST™ in action. Reach out directly to Joe Babiec and Chase Hallman on LinkedIn to find time to meet.

VIA announced as Gold Sponsor for the 26th Annual Correctional Technology Association Summit

VIA is pleased to announce its role as a Gold Sponsor for the Annual Technology Summit, hosted by the Corrections Technology Association (CTA) at the Gaylord Rockies Resort. This benchmark conference focuses exclusively on the role of information technology and emerging digital architecture in modernizing correctional infrastructure, enhancing perimeter security, and optimizing data management for public safety agencies nationwide.

In addition to our sponsorship, VIA will be actively exhibiting throughout the summit. All attendees, partners, and public safety leadership are invited to visit the VIA team at Booth #509. VIA’s CCO, Joe Babiec, and Director of Public Safety Business Development, Chase Hallman, will be attending the summit to showcase GHOST™, VIA’s AI-powered corrections intelligence platform, which identifies and executes the rapid termination of unlawful, contraband cell phones inside correctional facilities without disrupting legitimate communications.

👉 Learn more about the CTA Annual Summit here and explore the capabilities of GHOST™ prior to the event. Be sure to reach out directly to Joe Babiec and Chase Hallman on LinkedIn to schedule time to meet.

VIA’s Stan Byers invited to address the 2nd annual DC AI Security Forum

Stan Byers, VIA’s Vice President of Business Development and Transformation, has been invited to speak at the 2nd Annual DC AI Security Forum. This invitation-only assembly convenes a distinguished delegation of federal policymakers, national security officials, and pioneering artificial intelligence technologists to address the critical intersection of AI, national defense, and global security infrastructure.

Stan will represent VIA in high-level discussions detailing how advanced, secure technological innovation can safely transform operations within highly regulated industries and critical government frameworks.

👉 If you are attending the forum, reach out directly to Stan Byers on LinkedIn to meet up.

VIA’s CCO and Director of Public Safety Business Development attend the 87th Georgia Prison Wardens Association (GPWA) conference

VIA’s CCO, Joe Babiec, and Director of Public Safety Business Development, Chase Hallman, will participate in the 87th Annual Georgia Prison Wardens Association (GPWA) Conference. As one of the region’s premier symposiums for corrections executives, wardens, and institutional public safety experts, the multi-day event addresses critical operational challenges in modern law enforcement.

Joe and Chase will engage with Georgia’s correctional leadership to demonstrate how VIA’s advanced technological frameworks can be deployed to foster safer, more efficient institutional management and operational oversight.

👉 If you are in town for the conference, reach out directly to Joe Babiec and Chase Hallman on LinkedIn to meet up. 

VIA delivers keynote address at Solana Summit Germany 2026

VIA’s Strategic Advisor, Daniela Boback, delivered the keynote speaking address during the Solana Summit Germany in Berlin, hosted by Superteam Germany.

Her keynote address, “AI is Bullish on Crypto – The Rise of Agentic Payments,” provided an inside look at why AI and digital assets are natural infrastructure allies, and how autonomous payments are defining the next frontier of the digital economy.

The summit served as the centerpiece of a highly selective week for the Web3 ecosystem. Daniela represented VIA at exclusive, invitation-only engagements across Berlin Blockchain Week and Bosch ConnectedWorld (June 10–11).

VIA ends Boston Tech Week with the event: Practicalities and policy for AI in defense with Congressman Auchincloss and guests Bosch Ventures and Procurement Sciences

Close out Boston Tech Week with a sharp discussion featuring Congressman Jake Auchincloss alongside industry experts from Bosch Ventures, Procurement Sciences, and VIA. Afterward, join us for an upscale coastal happy hour featuring fresh New England seafood and champagne to connect with influential voices in defense, policy, and venture capital.

👉 RSVP on Partiful to secure your spot: https://partiful.com/e/9QlRYb6MyXp3GOaqF7xl

VIA continues Boston Tech Week with the event: Sovereignty vs. Security: Data and AI in the Global South

Ready to put our experts to the test? Bring your toughest questions to this unfiltered panel featuring Bhaskar Chakravorti (Dean of Global Business at The Fletcher School at Tufts University), Jeff Fields (former FBI leader and counterintelligence expert), and Colin Gounden (VIA CEO). The group will dive straight into the dynamic between national security, sovereign interests, and global responsibility in an AI-driven world. Lunch and exclusive Boston Tech Week merch will be provided.

👉 RSVP on Partiful to secure your spot: https://partiful.com/e/ObQT3Ois4T2349SyYWM7

VIA kicks off Boston Tech Week with workshop: Security wasn’t built for this: Rethinking human-centered security for the age of AI

As AI shifts how humans and machines interact, a frustrating user experience can become a security liability. Join VIA UX/UI experts and acclaimed author Heidi Trost for an interactive afternoon workshop exploring how AI can transform security workflows into a seamless, personal experience. Stick around afterward for a custom ice cream sandwich happy hour and a signed book giveaway.

👉 RSVP on Partiful to secure your spot: https://partiful.com/e/yf8ujIv7kKYcCssQuGuP

VIA co-hosts the Official FSBC Forum Side Event: Digital Assets & Innovation Night

VIA has been selected to co-host the Official FSBC Forum Side Event: Digital Assets & Innovation Night alongside 21X and the FSBC. Our CEO, Colin Gounden, will join the discussion and focus on the strategic deployment of DLT and digital assets within regulated markets, specifically addressing the critical need for definitive, military-grade identity, and Zero Trust solutions to ensure mission integrity.

VIA at SOF Week 2025 in Tampa, FL

VIA is thrilled to participate in this year’s SOF Week 2025, taking place this week from May 6-9, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. VIA’s VP, Business Development and Transformation, Stan Byers, and Senior Market Strategy Specialist, Carol Wang, will be attending the 3-day event where they are eager to share the latest from VIA. 

SOF Week brings together the Special Operations Forces community and industry partners to collaborate and showcase the latest innovations and strategies for modern special operations. For more information about the event, please visit the official SOF Week website.

VIA exhibiting at AFCEA TechNet Cyber 2025 in Baltimore, MD

VIA has been invited to exhibit at AFCEA TechNet Cyber 2025, taking place from May 6-8, 2025 at the Baltimore Convention Center. VIA’s Chief Commercial Officer, Joe Babiec and Director, Client Delivery, Haden Snyder will be exhibiting at Booth #2225. Be sure to stop by to chat about VIA’s VIA’s solutions, SLAM AI and Zero Trust Fabric (decentralized authentication and authorization). 

The event, attended by military leaders, government officials, and industry experts, is focused on, “exploring the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the innovative technologies needed to stay ahead.” For more information about the event, please visit the official AFCEA TechNet Cyber 2025 website and follow along with us on LinkedIn and X.

Alpine Tech Forum – Davos 25 selects VIA’s CEO Colin Gounden for keynote presentation

Alpine Tech Forum has selected VIA’s CEO, Colin Gounden, to give the keynote presentation during the action-packed event on January 21, 2025 in Davos, Switzerland. The presentation is happening alongside the acclaimed World Economic Forum event which brings together leaders from around the globe to “improve the state of the world.”

The keynote presentation, “Defense First: Digital Security, Resiliency, Usability,” will cover the critical needs of the defense sector and how companies like VIA can address them using a Web3, decentralized approach.

Following the keynote presentation, Colin will moderate a panel featuring the U.S. Navy CTO, Justin Fanelli, on innovation in the Armed Forces sector. That evening, VIA is hosting an exclusive, invite-only dinner with leadership from defense, Web3, and AI organizations across Switzerland and Europe. Visit the event page to register today!

Make sure to follow VIA on LinkedIn and X for a special announcement live from Davos!