Washington, D.C. March 18, 2026 - The KIROS Token has been awarded a Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM) Level 3 rating, representing the highest maturity level granted to any blockchain solution to date. This recognition was formally announced at the United States Capitol during a high-level convening of policymakers, government officials, and industry leaders focused on leveraging blockchain technology to reduce fraud, waste, and abuse in government systems.
Government officials are reluctant to acquire blockchain token solutions, not due to lack of interest, but due to lack of trust. Public sector decision-makers are familiar with widely reported failures such as Terra/LUNA, Celsius, FTX, OneCoin, BitConnect, and the Squid Game token, which together account for over $60 billion in losses. These events demonstrated significant governance failures, lack of transparency, and absence of validated controls, reinforcing the perception that blockchain solutions may introduce risk rather than mitigate it. Unlike other industries where certifications in cybersecurity, program management, or quality assurance provide standardized ways to evaluate credibility, the blockchain industry has historically lacked an equivalent framework, making it difficult for acquisition officials to distinguish between trustworthy solutions and high-risk or fraudulent systems.
The Blockchain Maturity Model (BMM), developed by the Government Blockchain Association (GBA) and recognized by the Dynamic Coalition of Blockchain Assurance & Standardization of the United Nations Internet Governance Forum, addresses this gap by providing a structured, technology-agnostic framework for evaluating blockchain solutions.
After a rigorous review by a team of BMM qualified subject matter experts over several weeks, the KIROS platform was recognized for its ability to support transparent financial infrastructure and traceable digital transactions. These capabilities align with the policy discussions held at the Capitol in early March, where leaders examined how blockchain technology can enable immutable records, verifiable transactions, and enhanced visibility into the movement of funds.
Such capabilities support a transition from reactive auditing practices toward preventative oversight, enabling earlier identification of irregularities and reducing opportunities for fraud, waste, and abuse across government programs.
The recognition of KIROS at the U.S. Capitol underscores the growing importance of standardized frameworks such as the Blockchain Maturity Model in guiding responsible blockchain adoption across both public and private sectors. The BMM serves as:
- A due diligence mechanism for investors and grant issuers assessing potential contract, grant, and investment awardees
- A roadmap for developers to build trustworthy systems
- A decision-making tool for acquisition professionals to evaluate solutions
For More Information
To learn more about the Blockchain Maturity Model, assessment processes, or KIROS capabilities:
- Click here to learn more about the Blockchain Maturity Model
- Click here to learn more about the KIROS Token.
Media Contact:
Bob Miko
media@GBAglobal.org
