Input | Output (IO) Joins CryptoUK

Input | Output (IO), a blockchain infrastructure and research engineering firm dedicated to advancing the Web3 ecosystem, today announced it has joined CryptoUK, the leading trade association for crypto and digital assets in the United Kingdom. The trade body advocates for fair, proportionate regulation and constructive engagement with policymakers, regulators, and the public to foster innovation, consumer protection, and market integrity. The association represents over 100 member organisations across exchanges, blockchain networks, payment providers, law firms, and fintechs.

Commenting on IO’s decision to join the trade body, Cynthia Yang, Deputy General Counsel and Head of Regulatory and Government Affairs at the company, said: “The UK is one of the most important markets for blockchain innovation, and strong collaboration between industry and policymakers is vital to its future. By joining CryptoUK, we look forward to contributing our technical and policy expertise to help shape a regulatory environment that protects consumers while fostering responsible growth. Working alongside leading voices in the UK, we aim to build a Web3 ecosystem that is secure, inclusive, and positioned for global adoption.”

As part of CryptoUK, IO will participate in working groups and policy forums that support the UK’s digital assets agenda. CryptoUK also serves as the secretariat to the Crypto and Digital Assets All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG), helping to facilitate informed dialogue between Parliament, regulators, and industry.

“We are delighted to welcome Input Output (IO) to our growing community,” Su Carpenter, Executive Director at CryptoUK, said: Their pioneering work as the driving force behind Cardano—one of the world’s leading blockchain platforms—brings both scale and sustainability to the table. IO’s continued innovation, from smart contracts to real-world applications in identity and financial inclusion, will strengthen our collective efforts to ensure the UK remains a leading hub for digital assets. Collaboration with forward-looking organisations such as IO is key to developing balanced regulation that drives growth while safeguarding consumers.”