The Digital Commonwealth Awards Judges
The Digital Commonwealth Awards 2026
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MEET THE JUDGES
Mansion House | Thursday 23rd April 2026
The Digital Commonwealth is proud to present the second edition of The Digital Commonwealth Awards which will be once again at Mansion House celebrating excellence and innovation where Britain’s digital future come together. Our distinguished judging panel brings together visionary leaders from government, finance, technology, and legal sectors, ensuring that the awards recognise true excellence across AI, Blockchain, DePIN, Digital Assets, ScienceTech, and Web3.
Our Distinguished Judging Panel
The Digital Commonwealth Awards 2026 judging panel comprises twelve distinguished experts who represent the forefront of Britain's digital economy. Their collective expertise spans regulatory frameworks, technological innovation, legal compliance, strategic development, and industry leadership.
Jonathan Berry, Viscount Camrose
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Shadow Minister for Science, Innovation & Technology, House of Lords
Viscount Camrose serves as Shadow Minister for Science, Innovation & Technology in the House of Lords, bringing parliamentary expertise and strategic insight to the development of technology policy. His role places him at the intersection of government policy and technological innovation, making him uniquely positioned to assess innovations that will shape Britain's digital future.
Dr Lisa Cameron
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Chair, Digital Assets Global Forum
Dr Lisa Cameron chairs the Digital Assets Global Forum, providing leadership on international digital asset policy and regulation. Her extensive experience in building consensus across diverse stakeholders makes her an invaluable voice in evaluating innovations that bridge traditional finance and emerging digital technologies.
James Ramsden KC
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Partner and Co-Founder, Astraea Group
As a King's Counsel and Co-Founder of Astraea Group, James Ramsden brings distinguished legal expertise to complex technology and financial matters. His deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and commercial structures provides an essential perspective on innovations that must navigate sophisticated legal landscapes.
Professor Sarah Green
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Independent Tech Arbitrator and Mediator, Partner, T3I Partner Network, Newmans Row
Professor Sarah Green serves as an independent technology arbitrator and mediator, combining academic rigour with practical dispute resolution expertise. Her work at T3I Partner Network and Newmans Row positions her to evaluate innovations through the lens of practical implementation and dispute prevention.
Jonny Fry
Head of Strategy, USDP
Jonny Fry leads strategic development at USDP, bringing extensive knowledge of digital payments and stablecoin infrastructure. His strategic vision in digital finance provides critical insight into innovations that bridge traditional payment systems with emerging digital asset technologies.
Sam Shrager
Chief Marketing Officer, BCB Group
As CMO of BCB Group, Sam Shrager drives marketing strategy for one of the leading cryptocurrency and payments businesses. His expertise in communicating complex financial technologies and building trusted brands in the digital asset space provides a valuable perspective on market-facing innovations.
Dhivyan Kandiah
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Director, KodeLab
Dhivyan Kandiah directs KodeLab, focusing on software development and technology innovation. His hands-on technical expertise ensures the judging panel can evaluate the technical sophistication and implementation quality of emerging technologies.
Kaitlin Argeaux
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CEO and Founder, CryptoMondays London
Kaitlin Argeaux founded and leads CryptoMondays London, the capital's premier digital asset networking community. Her role at the centre of London's crypto ecosystem provides unique insight into emerging trends, innovative projects, and the practical challenges facing digital asset businesses.
Simon Jennings
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Executive Director, UK Cryptoasset Business Council
Simon Jennings serves as Executive Director of the UK Cryptoasset Business Council, representing the UK's digital asset industry. His leadership in industry advocacy and regulatory engagement ensures the judging panel understands both business imperatives and regulatory considerations.
Racheal Muldoon
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Partner, Charles Russell Speechlys
Racheal Muldoon is a Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys, one of the UK's leading law firms. Her legal expertise across technology and commercial matters provides an essential perspective on the legal robustness and commercial viability of innovative ventures.
David Taylor
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Founder, WCMO
David Taylor founded WCMO, bringing entrepreneurial vision and operational expertise to the judging panel. His experience building and scaling technology ventures provides crucial insight into the practical challenges and opportunities facing innovative companies.
Ariane Murphy
Chief Marketing Officer, Flight3
Ariane Murphy serves as CMO of Flight3, bringing strategic marketing expertise to the digital technology sector. Her understanding of go-to-market strategies and brand development provides a valuable perspective on the commercial potential and market positioning of innovations.
Excellence Through Expertise
The calibre of The Digital Commonwealth Awards 2026 judging panel reflects The Digital Commonwealth's commitment to recognising genuine excellence and innovation. Together, these twelve distinguished professionals bring unparalleled expertise across technology, finance, law, strategy, and marketing—ensuring that award recipients represent the very best of Britain's digital future.
The judging process will evaluate nominees across multiple dimensions, including innovation, implementation quality, market impact, regulatory compliance, and commercial viability. This comprehensive assessment ensures The Digital Commonwealth Awards 2026 celebrate projects that combine technical excellence with practical business success.
About The Digital Commonwealth
The Digital Commonwealth Limited (DCW) is an independent industry organisation representing AI, Blockchain, DePIN, Digital Assets, ScienceTech, and Web3 sectors across Commonwealth member states. Through events, research, insurance services, and advisory functions, DCW bridges the gap between emerging technologies and regulatory frameworks, fostering innovation while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and professionalism.
For more information about The Digital Commonwealth Awards 2026, please contact The Digital Commonwealth. info@thedigitalcommonwealth.com
