IDAXA’s mission is to represent the collective voice of the digital asset exchange sector and to facilitate dialogue and cooperation between the industry and public authorities worldwide.
Founded in 2019, IDAXA was established to bridge communication between digital asset exchanges and policymakers, particularly in the context of global regulatory frameworks and standards. It emerged from a recognition that effective cooperation and knowledge‑sharing between exchanges and regulators are essential for fostering responsible innovation, protecting consumers, and building trust in virtual asset markets. The organisation strives to advance consistent, balanced policy approaches that support both industry growth and regulatory objectives.
A central activity of IDAXA is convening the annual Virtual Asset Summit, often held in alignment with major global events such as discussions around financial regulation and economic leadership. These summits bring together leading digital asset exchanges, regulatory authorities, and industry experts to address pressing topics such as compliance, anti‑money‑laundering standards, security, and technological innovation in digital finance. Through these high‑level meetings, IDAXA seeks to foster mutual understanding and propose practical solutions that regulators can consider for implementation.
Throughout the year, IDAXA maintains ongoing engagement with regulators and industry groups, facilitates independent working groups to produce research and policy insights, and provides up‑to‑date analysis on current developments in virtual asset markets. By serving as a facilitator of open discussion and objective information, IDAXA contributes to building a sustainable, transparent, and inclusive global digital asset ecosystem.
