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- Blockchain & Digital Assets Framework

Blockchain systems are redefining ownership, transaction infrastructure, and identity across industries. Yet, decentralized doesn’t mean unregulated — and digital asset ecosystems face increasing pressure for proof of compliance, transparency, and security.
The GCAF Blockchain & Digital Assets Framework offers a structured pathway to accredit certification bodies, institutions, and sector programs delivering education or audits related to blockchain, crypto assets, DeFi systems, token standards, and ledger governance.
This framework blends technical audit depth with policy relevance, ensuring learners and organizations meet the world’s highest compliance and innovation readiness expectations.
Scope of Application
- Certification programs covering blockchain architecture, smart contracts, Web3 governance, or crypto finance
- Regulatory readiness tracks for financial institutions and fintech operators using blockchain
- Auditing and token design assurance training (e.g. security token compliance, KYC integration)
- Institutions preparing candidates for AML/CFT enforcement within crypto exchanges or protocols
- Programs teaching NFT issuance, custody, asset tokenization, or decentralized governance models
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Alignment & Reference Standards
Certification Categories under This Framework
Accreditation Criteria (Excerpt)
To earn accreditation, programs must meet standards including:
- Mapping curriculum to ISO/TC 307 structure (blockchain architecture, interoperability)
- Full inclusion of FATF crypto AML/CFT principles (risk-based approach, suspicious activity)
- Teaching of token classification (security vs. utility vs. payment)
- Demonstration of DAO risk assessment methods
- Smart contract audit knowledge (common bugs, testing frameworks, coverage tooling)
- Wallet security and recovery concepts (MPC, cold storage, seed phrase risks)
- Crypto tax awareness: jurisdictional reporting and exchange liability
- NFT ethical considerations (IP, duplication, metadata immutability)
- Coverage of stablecoins, CBDCs, and cross-chain bridging challenges
- NFT ethical considerations (IP, duplication, metadata immutability)