The panel titled “Blockchain and Economy: Trust, Transparency, and Growth in the Digital Age” brought together the world’s leading figures in blockchain at Near East University. Hosted by Metaterra, the event explored key topics such as the transformation blockchain is driving within economic systems and the future of digital trust.
During his opening speech, President Ersin Tatar of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus highlighted the strategic importance of digital transformation for the country’s economy. He praised Metaterra’s international vision in bringing participants from three continents together in Northern Cyprus and underlined how this initiative reveals the island’s potential in digital transformation. Tatar also thanked Hakan Törehan, emphasizing that the event represents a major step in strengthening the island’s position within the global financial system.
Renowned for his international experience in fintech and blockchain, Hakan Törehan became one of the central figures of the panel. Known as a pioneer of numerous innovations across Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean, Törehan continues to play a leading role in shaping the blockchain ecosystem.
“Blockchain: Redefining Financial Independence”
As a leading figure behind several projects under Miracle Group and Metaterra, Törehan has been instrumental in developing the regional blockchain ecosystem. In his speech, he stated that blockchain is not just a technological revolution, but also a redefinition of trust and financial independence, adding, “Northern Cyprus has the potential to become one of the centers of this transformation.”
International speakers such as Douglas Anderson, Stephen Moore, Paul Randall, John Beyer, and Fernando Vildósola also joined the discussion, sharing insights on how blockchain can create opportunities for emerging markets and shape the future of next-generation financial systems.
Who is Hakan Törehan?
Born in London to a Turkish Cypriot family, Hakan Törehan has dedicated his career to bridging traditional finance with the digital future. From smart POS systems to the rise of contactless payments and digital wallets, he has been at the forefront of innovations transforming how people and businesses transfer money.
Törehan’s work aims to make payments faster, safer, and more inclusive while exploring the space between cryptocurrencies and traditional currencies. Through strategic partnerships with leading technology providers, he has helped retailers, restaurants, and service businesses modernize their payment infrastructures.
As Chairman of Miracle Group, Törehan extended his vision into sports and media, reshaping football broadcasting in Northern Cyprus and pioneering new ways for fans to watch matches and make payments.
At the core of his mission lies a clear purpose: to simplify payments, create new opportunities for businesses, and connect cutting-edge technology with the experiences people value most.
