The «Center for Innovative Finance» (CIF) of the University of Basel concentrates its research on issues in the field of Fintech, Digital Banking and Innovate Finance. Our research focuses on the scientific analysis and practical implementation of blockchain-projects, on Venturing and on innovative financial solutions. The center focuses on the scientific analysis and practical implementation of blockchain projects, venturing, and financial innovation. CIF achieves a unique status in Switzerland by investigating these research issues and provides a vital contribution to the exploration and application of future technologies — also in the context of societal consequences. In pursuing these objectives, great importance is attached to comprehensive, interdisciplinary analysis.