Blockchain SSC

The Council
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The Blockchain SSC is a nonprofit technology consortium that was formed to address the increased threats that hold back crypto’s potential, such as protocol or contract exploitation, fraud, and nation-state targeted campaigns.

Our Council plans to establish standards and companion audit schemes that will help establish a baseline level of trust and confidence across the different aspects of the blockchain ecosystem. We are working to launch our first set of deliverables by year-end 2024.

Our Work

Establishing Security Standards

Set security standards to address critical areas as determined by Council members

Developing Audit Frameworks & Qualifications

Develop audit frameworks that align with the developed standards; design and execute a qualification schema for 3rd party auditors

Engaging Regulators on Blockchain Security

Engage with regulators and policy makers to inform on the Council’s work and educate on security best practices for the blockchain industry

Blockchain Security Education

Educate (and provide resources for) the broader blockchain ecosystem and community around security best practices, approaches, etc.

Partnering with Security Organizations

Establish and maintain effective liaison relationships with other security standards and compliance organizations

More than ever, nascent protocols and blockchains need support in secure code and auditing practices.

Growth and adoption depend on it, and that’s why we joined the BSSC to collaborate as an industry towards a safer tomorrow.

Nathan McCauley

CEO and Co-founder, Anchorage Digital

Establishing voluntary security standards is a critical component of crypto’s maturation.

Industry players collaborating to build a stronger overall ecosystem can only help in driving confidence in the overall asset class. Kraken is proud to play its part in designing these standards that the industry will adhere to.

Nick Percoco

Chief Security Officer, Kraken

Security standards and best practices will play a key role in bolstering trust and safety in the blockchain industry.

We’re eager at Bastion to collaborate with other industry players in the BSSC to make the blockchain ecosystem safer.

Riyaz Faizullabhoy

Co-founder, Bastion

At Halborn, we recognize the critical need for robust security standards to safeguard the integrity of blockchain systems.
The formation of the Blockchain Security Standards Council is a pivotal step in uniting the industry to combat escalating security threats.

Rob Behnke

Co-Founder and CEO, Halborn

BSSC aims to unlock crypto's potential by bringing industry players together to set the standard for security. Created by the ecosystem for the ecosystem, the BSSC's security framework will position the crypto industry for growth.

Adrienne Allen

Head of Security Governance, Risk and Compliance, Coinbase

As security threats evolve alongside industry growth, it's imperative that our defences adapt even faster. Through this collaborative effort, Fireblocks is committed to supporting a new benchmark for security, ensuring that blockchain technology can fulfill its promise with confidence and resilience.

Shahar Madar

Vice President, Security & Trust Products, Fireblocks

It is critical that we promote trust within the blockchain industry through a standard security framework, break the perceived stigma, and encourage confidence and assurance within the ecosystem. Figment is proud to collaborate as a founding member and advocate this initiative.

Annalea Ilg

CISO, Figment

Join Our Interest List

The Council plans to expand its membership in the near future. To learn more about participation or to just stay informed about our work, please submit the short form below.

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In 2024, the crypto industry has already seen more than one hundred security exploits.*

We plan to change that.

[ * Source: CoinDesk, Crypto Hacks, Rug Pulls Led to $473M Worth of Losses in 2024: Immunefi, 2024 ]