Celo EU

Today, we’re excited to introduce the concept behind the Celo Regional Council—a groundbreaking governance model that unites our Regional DAOs into a cohesive, self-governing collective. This is a joint initiative from Celo EU, Celo Africa, CeLatam, Celo Colombia, Celo Mexico, Celo Philippines, and Koh Celo, reflecting the diverse strength of our global Celo Foundation community. In an ecosystem built on true decentralization, ensuring every community has an equal voice in decision-making is essential. The Regional Council is our strategic answer—a structure that combines direct, transparent funding with local empowerment and shared accountability. It’s a model designed to bridge the gap between global strategies and local actions, paving the way for a season-style governance system that is as dynamic as it is fair. This initiative is not just about funding; it’s about creating a balanced relationship between local autonomy and collective strategy. By uniting our forces, we’re ensuring that every region’s unique insights contribute to building a more transparent and resilient ecosystem. I invite you to explore this new approach and join the conversation. Together, we can shape a fairer future where every voice matters and decentralized governance truly works. https://lnkd.in/dWSCq8m2

?? New year, new season, new Celo EU team ???? Committed to decentralization, openness, and embracing active community participation, our crew blends OGs with fresh faces ready to reshape the ecosystem. Together, we’ll champion Celo Foundation’s global mission across Europe, empowering builders and driving new research, tools and real-world solutions. Meet the Celo EU DAO Season 3's team: Joan de Ramón Brunet, based in Barcelona, leads our initiatives with a knack for bridging economies through fair financial models. Rica Amaral, now in Lisbon after years in Berlin, brings creative marketing and strategic vision with contagious energy (and a laugh that lights up a room). Andrea López de Vicu?a de Jorge leverages her international law background and deep DevRel expertise to drive our tech and hackathon projects—she’s so dedicated she even drafted a constitution for her apartment. Simon Puebla, splitting time between Madrid and Buenos Aires, champions alternative governance models and bold, real-impact ideas (and isn’t shy about his strong opinions on pomelo) Erik Brinde, though Malta-based, works globally, merging governance expertise with research to connect on-chain innovation to traditional institutions. Oriol Farràs Figuera tackles every technical challenge with creative solutions, ensuring we never miss a beat. Bertrand Juglas from Bidart, France, excels at seamless tech integrations, connecting Europe with Celo technologies—especially during his peak evening hours. Enrique Aznar, with three decades of compliance and transformation experience, combines ethics and innovation to steer global advisory efforts. Lastly, Jordi F. turns our vision into visually compelling stories that capture every breakthrough. But they all have one thing in common: they love a warm welcome from the community and to build fantastic things! Let's go! ??

On Thursday, we continue our Celo EU workshop series with a session dedicated to Venture Capital insights for Web3 startups. If you’re eager to secure funding or stay ahead of emerging trends, you won’t want to miss this! Joan de Ramón Brunet will be honored to feature three seasoned VCs: Simon Puebla (Tritemius): Core strategies for raising capital in Web3. Julien Gakpe (Bpifrance): New horizons in real-world assets (RWA). Alex Witt, CFA (Verda Ventures): Funding web3 & fintech companies. We’ll dive into essentials for securing funding, the latest in Real-World Assets (RWA), and prospects in digital payments. A must-attend for anyone building in Web3! ??? When: Thursday ?? Where: Online ?? Save Your Spot: https://lu.ma/e89eqwi2

We’re thrilled to announce a strategic partnership between Tritemius and Celo EU! This collaboration aims to support the growth of Web3 startups investment and accelerate innovation within the Celo Foundation ecosystem. Together, we will work on: -Facilitating deal flows between the Celo ecosystem and Tritemius to support startups at various stages of development (from pre-seed to Series A). -Focusing on key investment areas such as: ??Infrastructure, DeFi, RWA, and Tokenization. ??Digital Identity and Privacy. ??The Future of Society, including DeSci, ReFi, and more. Are you a Web3 startup looking for funding and support?? We want to hear from you! Apply now via this form: ??https://lnkd.in/daC35GcM Special thanks to Luis Pastor and Simon Puebla for supporting move this deal forward! And stay tuned for our upcoming VC workshop to learn more!

Next week, we kick off the CELO EU workshops with our first session focused on MiCA Regulation and its implications for digital assets! ??? Date: Thursday, October 31, 17:00 CET ?? Where: Online ?? Register Now: https://lu.ma/jodz9bev As regulatory frameworks around digital assets evolve, it’s essential for those in the blockchain and Web3 space to stay informed about how upcoming regulations, such as MiCA Regulation (Markets in Crypto-Assets), will impact operations. This workshop will provide an in-depth exploration of MiCA’s implications for the Celo Foundation ecosystem, covering topics like stablecoins, tokenization, and real-world assets (RWA). We’ve brought together some of the best in the space to break down the complexities of MiCA Regulation and how it will shape the future of crypto assets in Europe. We will explore not only what MiCA includes, but also its boundaries and exclusions—specifically, what it means for e-money tokens and tokenization. Line-up Xavier Lavayssière: Expert on EU digital asset strategy, sharing insights on the EU’s regulatory approach. Sandra Kumhofer General Counsel at Mento Labs, who will walk us through the differences between centralized and decentralized stablecoins, and explain Mento Labs' approach to launching in emerging markets. Enrique Aznar: A specialist in tokenization, Enrique has worked closely with CNMV in Spain and will bring unique insights into tokenizing real-world assets. Why Attend? Learn how MiCA Regulation will reshape the European crypto landscape and the opportunities it presents for projects like Celo. From stablecoins to tokenization, we’ll uncover the implications of these regulations and how they can drive innovation in the ecosystem. ??This workshop is perfect for: -Founders and developers working in the Web3 space -Startups involved in tokenization, stablecoins, or DeFi -Anyone looking to stay ahead of the regulatory curve in Europe

Over the next month, Celo EU has organized three online workshops. These workshops will focus on Celo’s transition to the Superchain, the implications of MiCA regulation for digital assets, and strategies for raising funds in the EU for Web3 startups. Each session will feature expert speakers and provide actionable insights for developers, builders, and entrepreneurs within the ecosystem. Here’s a brief introduction to each workshop and the link to register: 1. Superchain Ecosystem Workshop We will explore Celo’s transition to the?OP Superchain?and the new opportunities this brings for the community. We’ll discuss key technical changes and benefits for builders. ???Thursday, October 24 ??Register:?https://lu.ma/ou23tczc 2. MiCA Applied to the Celo Ecosystem This workshop will provide a comprehensive understanding of?MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets)?regulation and its impact on Celo’s stablecoins, real-world assets, and DeFi projects. ????Thursday, October 31 ??Register: https://lu.ma/jodz9bev 3. Raising Funds for Web3 Learn from leading VCs about what they look for when investing in?Web3 startups. This session will cover trends in?RWA?and?digital payments, providing insights for those looking to raise funds. ????Thursday, November 7 ??Register:?https://lu.ma/e89eqwi2 We look forward to seeing you at these workshops!

Over the next month, Celo EU has organized three online workshops. These workshops will focus on Celo’s transition to the Superchain, the implications of MiCA regulation for digital assets, and strategies for raising funds in the EU for Web3 startups. Each session will feature expert speakers and provide actionable insights for developers, builders, and entrepreneurs within the ecosystem. Here’s a brief introduction to each workshop and the link to register: 1. Superchain Ecosystem Workshop We will explore Celo’s transition to the?OP Superchain?and the new opportunities this brings for the community. We’ll discuss key technical changes and benefits for builders. ???Thursday, October 24 ??Register:?https://lu.ma/ou23tczc 2. MiCA Applied to the Celo Ecosystem This workshop will provide a comprehensive understanding of?MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets)?regulation and its impact on Celo’s stablecoins, real-world assets, and DeFi projects. ????Thursday, October 31 ??Register: https://lu.ma/jodz9bev 3. Raising Funds for Web3 Learn from leading VCs about what they look for when investing in?Web3 startups. This session will cover trends in?RWA?and?digital payments, providing insights for those looking to raise funds. ????Thursday, November 7 ??Register:?https://lu.ma/e89eqwi2 We look forward to seeing you at these workshops!

This Friday, Monty Bryant ????♂?? will share the learnings and results from #CeloRPGF0 and the GG20 Climate Round at Celo Gather in Berlin! Info and registration: https://celodao.eu/gather

Announcing #CeloRPGF0, the first Retroactive Public Goods Funding program hosted by Celo. 250,000 CELO will be distributed to projects in three categories: - Celo ReFi - dApps and Infra - Community and Adoption By enabling and funding real-world solutions through programs like #CeloRPGF, the Celo network increases in value, resulting in more resources for builders - continuing the positive feedback loop. A digital #regenerative economy!?? Projects can now apply ???? https://lnkd.in/eQnnqaS8

Celo Public Goods and Climate Collective commit 50,000 cUSD to #Celo projects participating in the Climate Solutions Round by the Climate Coordination Network during Gitcoin Grants 20. #Climate and #ReFi projects on?Celo?are eligible for the cUSD matching in addition to their share of the existing $250,000 in the round. Discover how to participate in the blog below!?? https://lnkd.in/drCndeic