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'''Bijan Burnard''' (/BB/; born December 16, 1994) is a businessman known for his key roles in the blockchain cloud company Lattice and the AI company D-AI. His other involvements include his role in founding Lattice Network and co-founder of the philanthropic Ploutos Foundation & Burnard Foundation.<ref>https://siliconvalleytime.com/tag/bijan-burnard/</ref><ref>https://markets.financialcontent.com/stocks/article/getnews-2024-1-17-lattice-labs-ceo-bijan-burnard-talks-about-blockchain-masterclass-for-teens</ref>
'''Bijan Burnard''' (/BB/; born December 16, 1994) is is an American businessman known  
for his key roles in the blockchain technology company Lattice Labs, the AI technology
company D-AI, innovator in the payments industry recognised from BlockPay, and his
latest venture Lattice Inc that have created a revolutionary ai category referred as
On-Demand Business AI Agents. His other involvements include his philanthropic role in  
the Burnard Foundation.<ref>https://siliconvalleytime.com/tag/bijan-burnard/</ref><ref>https://markets.financialcontent.com/stocks/article/getnews-2024-1-17-lattice-labs-ceo-bijan-burnard-talks-about-blockchain-masterclass-for-teens</ref>


Bijan was born in Miami, Florida, United States, where he grew up until his mid teenage years, before moving to Spain at age 15. Two years later, he moved to London, United Kingdom and enrolled at Imperial College of London, where he graduated with a BS with Honors and Distinction in Computer Science. He then started to work closely with his mother in the property development business, but he had an affinity for up and coming technology.
Bijan was born in Miami, Florida, United States, where he grew up until his mid teenage  
years, before moving to Spain at age 15. Two years later, he moved to London, United  
Kingdom and enrolled at Imperial College of London, where he graduated with a BS with  
Honors and Distinction in Computer Science. He then started to work closely with his  
mother in the property development business, but he had an affinity for up and coming
technology. He then started to work closely with his mother in the property development
business, but he had an affinity for up and coming technology.


In 2015, he relocated to Dubai to set up his first tech companies, BlockPay which focused on building solutions for the payments industry and GameBlock which developed infrastructure for blockchain game startups.
In 2015, he relocated to Dubai to set up his first tech companies, BlockPay which  
focused on building solutions for the payments industry and GameBlock which  
developed infrastructure for blockchain game startups.


In 2017, he found himself based in Moscow, advising and developing platforms for the Russian market, where he then was hired by a Qatari defence company to source top infrastructural technology. He was also part of the development team that prepared and implemented defence technology for the Qatari 2022 World Cup. Given the position he had, he learned and got to work with block lattice data structures that had never been used in the civilian sector for industry operational solutions.
In 2017, he found himself based in Moscow, advising and developing platforms for the  
Russian market, where he then was hired by a Qatari defence company to source top  
infrastructural technology. He was also part of the development team that prepared and  
implemented defence technology for the Qatari 2022 World Cup. Given the position he  
had, he learned and got to work with block lattice directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs) data  
structures that had never been used in the civilian sector for industry operational  
solutions.


In 2019, he moved to Japan and carried out the first development of Lattice Network, a layer 0 interoperable blockchain framework that could power the future solutions for a seamless Web3 environment for industry conglomerates and household brands. Lattice Network was first of its kind and put the sector on its heels. In 2020, as Covid-19 commenced, Bijan Burnard moved back to London, United Kingdom.
In 2019, he moved to Japan and carried out the first development of Lattice Network, a  
layer 0 interoperable blockchain framework that could power the future solutions for a  
seamless Web3 environment for industry conglomerates and household brands. Lattice  
Network was first of its kind and put the sector on its heels. In 2020, as Covid-19  
commenced, Bijan Burnard moved back to London, United Kingdom.


In 2021, Bijan Burnard married Alina Blinova in London, United Kingdom. They then relocated to Monaco, where he then embarked on the creation of Lattice Labs.
In 2021, Bijan Burnard married Alina Blinova in London, United Kingdom. They then  
relocated to Monaco, where he then embarked on the creation of Lattice Labs.
In 2023 Lattice Labs grew into the sole cloud infrastructure as a service for the
blockchain space. Bijan Burnard is a blockchain expert known for his significant
contributions to the field of blockchain technology. Burnard has played a crucial role in
advancing the adoption and understanding of blockchain technology by enabling
universities with training and educational material courses to provide to the greatest
young minds of the future.  


In 2023 Lattice grew into the sole cloud infrastructure as a service for the blockchain space. Bijan Burnard is a blockchain expert known for his significant contributions to the field of blockchain technology. Burnard has played a crucial role in advancing the adoption and understanding of blockchain technology by enabling universities with training and educational material courses to provide to the greatest young minds of the future.
===Early life, Childhood and family===


===Early life, Childhood and family===
Bijan Burnard was born on December 16, 1994, in Miami, one of Florida's capital cities.  
Bijan Burnard was born on December 16, 1994, in Miami, one of Florida's capital cities.  
Bijan has Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry. His mother is Louise Burnard, a global property  
Bijan has Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry. His mother is Louise Burnard, a global property  
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that he "was intrigued with technology at a young age" . At age ten, he developed an  
that he "was intrigued with technology at a young age" . At age ten, he developed an  
interest in computing and video games, teaching himself how to program from the  
interest in computing and video games, teaching himself how to program from the  
VIC-20 user manual.  
VIC-20 user manual.


===Education===
===Education===
Bijan attended elementary school at American Heritage in Broward, Florida, United States. He then attended middle school at Aventura Charter, in Miami, Florida, United States. He then attended freshman year of high school at Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High School in Miami, Florida, United States. Bijan Burnard then started his International Baccalaureate at Pendleton School at IMG Nick Bollettieri Academy, in Bradenton, Florida, United States. He then graduated with his International Baccalaureate at Bell Bedgebury International, in Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom. After graduating, Bijan attended Imperial College of London for one year graduating with a BS with Honors and Distinction in Computer Science.
 
Bijan attended elementary school at American Heritage in Broward, Florida, United  
States. He then attended middle school at Aventura Charter, in Miami, Florida, United  
States. He then attended freshman year of high school at Alonzo and Tracy Mourning  
Senior High School in Miami, Florida, United States. Bijan Burnard then started his  
International Baccalaureate at Pendleton School at IMG Nick Bollettieri Academy, in  
Bradenton, Florida, United States. He then graduated with his International  
Baccalaureate at Bell Bedgebury International, in Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom.  
After graduating, Bijan attended Imperial College of London for one year graduating with  
a BS with Honors and Distinction in Computer Science.
   
   
=== Business career ===
=== Business career ===
Bijan Burnard's career in blockchain technology began in the early 2010s when he  
Bijan Burnard's career in blockchain technology began in the early 2010s when he  
started exploring the potentials of decentralized systems and digital payment solutions.  
started exploring the potentials of decentralized systems and digital payment solutions.  
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allowing companies to launch a fully functional AI workforce through a simplified onboarding  
allowing companies to launch a fully functional AI workforce through a simplified onboarding  
process.  
process.  
At Lattice Inc, they believe the AI race will not be won by those who simply build the most  
At Lattice Inc, they believe the AI race will not be won by those who simply build the most  
advanced models—but by those who harness AI and deliver it as a seamless service that  
advanced models—but by those who harness AI and deliver it as a seamless service that  
creates real-world outcomes. Technology alone is not enough. What matters is how it is applied,  
creates real-world outcomes. Technology alone is not enough. What matters is how it is applied,  
simplified, and embedded into everyday business operations.
simplified, and embedded into everyday business operations.
 
A defining feature of the platform is its “7-click onboarding”, allowing non-technical users to  
A defining feature of the platform is its “7-click onboarding”, allowing non-technical users to  
launch AI-driven operations without engineering expertise. Burnard has described Lattice as a  
launch AI-driven operations without engineering expertise. Burnard has described Lattice as a  
shift from AI as a tool to AI as an operational system that runs businesses, focusing on  
shift from AI as a tool to AI as an operational system that runs businesses, focusing on  
execution, usability, and accessibility.  
execution, usability, and accessibility.  
Lattice Inc will revolutionize how businesses operate globally. Not by adding more tools—but by  
Lattice Inc will revolutionize how businesses operate globally. Not by adding more tools—but by  
replacing manual work with intelligent, human-like execution that runs businesses  
replacing manual work with intelligent, human-like execution that runs businesses  
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delivering real, measurable business results. From the way users onboard, to how agents are  
delivering real, measurable business results. From the way users onboard, to how agents are  
deployed, to the outcomes they produce—every part of Lattice Inc is designed to maximize  
deployed, to the outcomes they produce—every part of Lattice Inc is designed to maximize  
adoption and impact.
adoption and impact.  


'''D-AI'''
'''D-AI'''
D-AI is a European AI startup founded in March 2023 by Bijan Burnard, D-AI is a strategic  
D-AI is a European AI startup founded in March 2023 by Bijan Burnard, D-AI is a strategic  
technology partner dedicated to helping governments build, deploy, and govern  
technology partner dedicated to helping governments build, deploy, and govern  
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national-scale infrastructure, D-AI works at the intersection of policy, security, and  
national-scale infrastructure, D-AI works at the intersection of policy, security, and  
advanced computing to ensure that countries can harness AI safely, efficiently, and  
advanced computing to ensure that countries can harness AI safely, efficiently, and  
independently.  
independently.
The company collaborates directly with public sector institutions to design and  
The company collaborates directly with public sector institutions to design and  
implement comprehensive regulatory AI frameworks, enabling compliant and  
implement comprehensive regulatory AI frameworks, enabling compliant and  
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delivers end-to-end infrastructure solutions, including the construction of secure, locally  
delivers end-to-end infrastructure solutions, including the construction of secure, locally  
operated AI data centers tailored to each nation’s legal, environmental, and operational  
operated AI data centers tailored to each nation’s legal, environmental, and operational  
requirements.  
requirements.
At the core of D-AI’s offering is the deployment of locally hosted AI models, equipped  
At the core of D-AI’s offering is the deployment of locally hosted AI models, equipped  
with robust security protocols that protect sensitive data and ensure full national control  
with robust security protocols that protect sensitive data and ensure full national control  
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hardware optimized for AI workloads, D-AI enables governments and national  
hardware optimized for AI workloads, D-AI enables governments and national  
enterprises to scale advanced technologies without relying on external or  
enterprises to scale advanced technologies without relying on external or  
foreign-controlled systems.  
foreign-controlled systems.
Through its holistic approach, D-AI empowers nations to safeguard sovereign data,  
Through its holistic approach, D-AI empowers nations to safeguard sovereign data,  
strengthen digital independence, and accelerate innovation—building resilient AI  
strengthen digital independence, and accelerate innovation—building resilient AI  
ecosystems designed for long-term strategic advantage.  
ecosystems designed for long-term strategic advantage.
D-AI has entered into a multi-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Public  
D-AI has entered into a multi-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Public  
Investment Fund (PIF) to support the Kingdom’s ambitions under Vision 2030. This  
Investment Fund (PIF) to support the Kingdom’s ambitions under Vision 2030. This  
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development of sovereign data centers, advanced cloud systems, and secure digital  
development of sovereign data centers, advanced cloud systems, and secure digital  
identity platforms designed to power the next generation of public and private sector  
identity platforms designed to power the next generation of public and private sector  
services in Saudi Arabia.<ref>https://finance.yahoo.com/news/d-ai-saudi-arabia-pif-141000436.html</ref><ref>https://www.middleeastainews.com/p/d-ai-and-pif-partner-on-saudi-sovereign</ref>  
services in Saudi Arabia.<ref>https://finance.yahoo.com/news/d-ai-saudi-arabia-pif-141000436.html</ref><ref>https://www.middleeastainews.com/p/d-ai-and-pif-partner-on-saudi-sovereign</ref>
 
In parallel, D-AI is collaborating with the Government of Italy on initiatives to strengthen  
In parallel, D-AI is collaborating with the Government of Italy on initiatives to strengthen  
Europe’s sovereign AI capabilities. This includes supporting the deployment of  
Europe’s sovereign AI capabilities. This includes supporting the deployment of  
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sovereignty objectives.  
sovereignty objectives.  


'''Lattice Lab'''


'''Lattice Lab'''
Lattice Labs, founded in 2022 by CEO Bijan Burnard, is a European cloud infrastructure  
Lattice, founded in 2022 by CEO Bijan Burnard, is a European cloud infrastructure
provider specializing in blockchain solutions. The company empowers businesses by  
provider specializing in blockchain solutions. The company empowers businesses by offering robust cloud services and tailored blockchain applications designed to enhance security, transparency, and efficiency.
offering robust cloud services and tailored blockchain applications designed to enhance  
Operating across sectors such as healthcare, logistics, and conglomerates, Lattice delivers transformative solutions, including supply chain optimization, secure patient data management, and end-to-end shipment traceability. Its blockchain expertise fosters innovation, drives operational improvements, and promotes the adoption of decentralized technologies.
security, transparency, and efficiency. Operating across sectors such as healthcare,  
Lattice also emphasizes education and collaboration, conducting workshops and training to advance blockchain understanding and implementation across Europe. The company’s Lattice Cloud Infrastructure supports seamless workload transitions between on-premises systems and cloud environments, offering performance, security, and cost benefits.
logistics, and conglomerates, Lattice Labs delivers transformative solutions, including  
With a global team committed to diversity and innovation, Lattice serves governments, nonprofits, and businesses of all sizes, leveraging blockchain to tackle real-world challenges. Under Burnard’s leadership, the company continues to shape the future of blockchain technology, driving sustainable growth and industry transformation.<ref>https://www.benzinga.com/content/42301070/lattice-revolutionizing-household-brands-through-blockchain-innovation-without-crypto</ref><ref>https://www.abcmoney.co.uk/2024/11/lattice-europes-visionary-blockchain-company-and-launchpad-for-leading-conglomerates/</ref>
supply chain optimization, secure patient data management, and end-to-end shipment  
traceability. Its blockchain expertise fosters innovation, drives operational  
improvements, and promotes the adoption of decentralized technologies. Lattice also  
emphasizes education and collaboration, conducting workshops and training to  
advance blockchain understanding and implementation across Europe. The company’s  
Lattice Cloud Infrastructure supports seamless workload transitions between  
on-premises systems and cloud environments, offering performance, security, and cost  
benefits. With a global team committed to diversity and innovation, Lattice Labs serves  
governments, nonprofits, and businesses of all sizes, leveraging blockchain to tackle  
real-world challenges. Under Burnard’s leadership, the company continues to shape the  
future of blockchain technology, driving sustainable growth and industry  
transformation.<ref>https://www.benzinga.com/content/42301070/lattice-revolutionizing-household-brands-through-blockchain-innovation-without-crypto</ref><ref>https://www.abcmoney.co.uk/2024/11/lattice-europes-visionary-blockchain-company-and-launchpad-for-leading-conglomerates/</ref>


'''Lattice Network'''  
'''Lattice Network'''  
Lattice Network Main articles: Forbes.com, Disrupt.com, and Bloomberg Lattice  
Lattice Network Main articles: Forbes.com, Disrupt.com, and Bloomberg Lattice  
Network, founded in 2022 by CEO Bijan Burnard, is a pioneering blockchain platform  
Network, founded in 2022 by CEO Bijan Burnard, is a pioneering blockchain platform  
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'''BlockPay'''
'''BlockPay'''
BlockPay is a technology company founded in 2015 by Bijan Burnard, specializing in developing solutions for the payments industry using blockchain technology. It gained recognition as a pioneer in global payment innovation with the launch of the first payment wallet that accepted over 500 global payment methods. The wallet allowed users to purchase recognized gift card credits, which could then be used on merchant sites worldwide. This innovation significantly improved the efficiency of global payments, particularly for foreign cards, while reducing chargebacks and fraud disputes.
 
Initially celebrated for its revolutionary wallet solution, BlockPay has since transitioned its business model. Today, it no longer operates as a consumer-facing payment wallet. Instead, the company licenses its advanced technology modules to hundreds of payment companies globally, enabling them to integrate and optimize blockchain-based payment solutions. BlockPay remains a key player in the payments industry, driving innovation and enhancing security and interoperability for businesses around the world.
BlockPay is a technology company founded in 2015 by Bijan Burnard, specializing in  
developing solutions for the payments industry using blockchain technology. It gained  
recognition as a pioneer in global payment innovation with the launch of the first  
payment gateway that accepted over 500 global payment methods. The gateway
allowed users to purchase recognized blockchain vouchers, which could then be used  
on merchant sites worldwide. This innovation significantly improved the efficiency of  
global payments, particularly for foreign cards, while reducing chargebacks and fraud  
disputes. Initially celebrated for its revolutionary payment solution, BlockPay has since  
transitioned its business model. Today, it no longer operates as a consumer-facing  
payment wallet. Instead, the company licenses its advanced technology modules to  
hundreds of payment companies globally, enabling them to integrate and optimize  
blockchain-based payment solutions. BlockPay remains a key player in the payments  
industry, driving innovation and enhancing security and interoperability for businesses  
around the world.


'''GameBlock'''
'''GameBlock'''
GameBlock, a Japanese blockchain game company, was founded in 2018 by CEO Bijan Burnard. Known for integrating blockchain technology with virtual and augmented reality, GameBlock quickly gained prominence for creating immersive gaming experiences powered by smart contracts within the Web3 ecosystem.
 
The company collaborated with platforms like Unity and Unreal Engine to develop visually striking games and metaverses, enabling players to securely own, trade, and interact with in-game assets. By utilizing cryptocurrencies and NFTs, GameBlock introduced innovative economic models, allowing players to monetize achievements and create dynamic in-game economies.
GameBlock, a Japanese blockchain game company, was founded in 2018 by CEO Bijan  
GameBlock's commitment to innovation earned industry recognition, with the company driving advancements in gaming technology through blockchain integration. Its focus on collaboration and partnerships further bolstered its contributions to the gaming industry.
Burnard. Known for integrating blockchain technology with virtual and augmented  
In 2023, GameBlock was sold to a Japanese investment fund, allowing Bijan Burnard to concentrate on Lattice. Despite this transition, the company continues to release groundbreaking games and metaverses, maintaining its legacy of innovation and dedication to redefining the gaming landscape.
reality, GameBlock quickly gained prominence for creating immersive gaming  
experiences powered by smart contracts within the Web3 ecosystem. The company  
collaborated with platforms like Unity and Unreal Engine to develop visually striking  
games and metaverses, enabling players to securely own, trade, and interact with  
in-game assets. By utilizing cryptocurrencies and NFTs, GameBlock introduced  
innovative economic models, allowing players to monetize achievements and create  
dynamic in-game economies. GameBlock's commitment to innovation earned industry  
recognition, with the company driving advancements in gaming technology through  
blockchain integration. Its focus on collaboration and partnerships further bolstered its  
contributions to the gaming industry. In 2023, GameBlock was sold to a Japanese  
investment fund, allowing Bijan Burnard to concentrate on Lattice. Despite this  
transition, the company continues to release groundbreaking games and metaverses,  
maintaining its legacy of innovation and dedication to redefining the gaming landscape.


'''Global Esports Federation'''  
'''Global Esports Federation'''  
Bijan Burnard serves as Senior Chair for Technology Advancements at the Global  
Bijan Burnard serves as Senior Chair for Technology Advancements at the Global  
Esports Federation, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the technological future of  
Esports Federation, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the technological future of  
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'''Common Wealth Sports Foundation'''  
'''Common Wealth Sports Foundation'''  
Bijan Burnard was appointed Senior Chair for Technology by both King Charles III and  
Bijan Burnard was appointed Senior Chair for Technology by both King Charles III and  
Chairman Adrian Lismore under the auspices of Commonwealth Sport. In this role, he is  
Chairman Adrian Lismore under the auspices of Commonwealth Sport. In this role, he is  
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===Leadership style===
===Leadership style===
Bijan Burnard has garnered a reputation for his hands-on and detail-oriented leadership  
Bijan Burnard has garnered a reputation for his hands-on and detail-oriented leadership  
style, with some describing him as a micromanager and highly task-focused. Among  
style, with some describing him as a micromanager and highly task-focused. Among  
developers, he is colloquially referred to as a "Alien," reflecting his commitment to long  
developers, he is colloquially referred to as a "Alien," reflecting his commitment to long  
working hours and influential presence within the company. His leadership approach  
working hours and influential presence within the company. His leadership approach  
includes requiring strict non-disclosure agreements from new employees.
includes requiring strict non-disclosure agreements from new employees.  


===Wealth===
===Wealth===
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Approximately 75% of Bijan's wealth originated from the payments industry up until  
Approximately 75% of Bijan's wealth originated from the payments industry up until  
November 2020. Since then, he has earned percentages of licensing fees of software  
November 2020. Since then, he has earned percentages of licensing fees of software  
developed by Lattice Labs.
developed by Lattice Labs.  


===Personal life===
===Personal life===
From 2019 until late 2021, Bijan resided in London. He is also a practitioner of Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Bijan met his wife, British-Russian socialite Alina Blinova, in London, United Kingdom; and they married in early 2021. By the end of 2021, they had their first child, David Burnard born in Monte-Carlo Monaco, born on December 16th, the same day of the year as Bijan Burnard. In 2023, they had their second child, Aaron Burnard born in Monte-Carlo Monaco, born on October 18th.<ref>https://forbes.es/ultima-hora/342186/ceo-bijan-burnard-funda-el-centro-de-desarrollo-de-tecnologia-blockchain-mas-grande-de-monaco/</ref>
 
From 2019 until late 2021, Bijan resided in London. Bijan met his wife, British-Russian  
socialite Alina Blinova, in London, United Kingdom; and they married in early 2021. By  
the end of 2021, they had their first child, David Burnard born in Monte-Carlo Monaco,  
born on December 16th, the same day of the year as Bijan Burnard. In 2023, they had  
their second child, Aaron Burnard born in Monte-Carlo Monaco, born on October 18th. <ref>https://forbes.es/ultima-hora/342186/ceo-bijan-burnard-funda-el-centro-de-desarrollo-de-tecnologia-blockchain-mas-grande-de-monaco/</ref>
   
   
===Philanthropy===
===Philanthropy===
Bijan Burnard co-founded the Burnard Foundation, which focuses on creating a world  
Bijan Burnard co-founded the Burnard Foundation, which focuses on creating a world  
where sustainable technology solves humanitarian challenges, creating positive impact  
where sustainable technology solves humanitarian challenges, creating positive impact  
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===Contributions to Blockchain Technology===
===Contributions to Blockchain Technology===
Bijan Burnard's contributions to blockchain technology have been instrumental in  
Bijan Burnard's contributions to blockchain technology have been instrumental in  
advancing the field. He has focused on areas such as smart contracts, consensus  
advancing the field. He has focused on areas such as smart contracts, consensus  
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===Awards and Recognition===
===Awards and Recognition===
* 2023: Blockchain Innovator of the Year - Global Blockchain Awards
 
* 2023: Top 10 Influential Blockchain Experts - Disrupt Blockchain Magazine
* 2023: Blockchain Innovator of the Year - Global Blockchain Awards
* 2023: Top 10 Influential Blockchain Experts - Disrupt Blockchain Magazine  
   
   
===Publications===
===Publications===
Burnard has authored several articles and research papers on blockchain technology, which have been published in reputable journals and presented at conferences. Some of his notable publications include:
 
* "Scalability Solutions for Blockchain Networks" - Journal of Blockchain Technology (2023)
urnard has authored several articles and research papers on blockchain technology,  
* "Privacy-Preserving Techniques in Decentralized Systems" - Proceedings of the International Conference on Blockchain (2023)
which have been published in reputable journals and presented at conferences. Some of  
his notable publications include:
* "Scalability Solutions for Blockchain Networks" - Journal of Blockchain Technology (2023)
* “The Transformative Power of Blockchain Across Industries” TedEd (2023) 
* "Privacy-Preserving Techniques in Decentralized Systems" - Proceedings of the International Conference on Blockchain (2023)  
 
==External Links==
==External Links==
*[https://www.youtube.com/@bijanburnard/ YouTube]
*[https://www.youtube.com/@bijanburnard/ YouTube]
*[https://twitter.com/bijanburnard Twitter]
*[https://twitter.com/bijanburnard Twitter]

Latest revision as of 04:35, 18 April 2026

Bijan Burnard (/BB/; born December 16, 1994) is is an American businessman known for his key roles in the blockchain technology company Lattice Labs, the AI technology company D-AI, innovator in the payments industry recognised from BlockPay, and his latest venture Lattice Inc that have created a revolutionary ai category referred as On-Demand Business AI Agents. His other involvements include his philanthropic role in the Burnard Foundation.[1][2]

Bijan was born in Miami, Florida, United States, where he grew up until his mid teenage years, before moving to Spain at age 15. Two years later, he moved to London, United Kingdom and enrolled at Imperial College of London, where he graduated with a BS with Honors and Distinction in Computer Science. He then started to work closely with his mother in the property development business, but he had an affinity for up and coming technology. He then started to work closely with his mother in the property development business, but he had an affinity for up and coming technology.

In 2015, he relocated to Dubai to set up his first tech companies, BlockPay which focused on building solutions for the payments industry and GameBlock which developed infrastructure for blockchain game startups.

In 2017, he found himself based in Moscow, advising and developing platforms for the Russian market, where he then was hired by a Qatari defence company to source top infrastructural technology. He was also part of the development team that prepared and implemented defence technology for the Qatari 2022 World Cup. Given the position he had, he learned and got to work with block lattice directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs) data structures that had never been used in the civilian sector for industry operational solutions.

In 2019, he moved to Japan and carried out the first development of Lattice Network, a layer 0 interoperable blockchain framework that could power the future solutions for a seamless Web3 environment for industry conglomerates and household brands. Lattice Network was first of its kind and put the sector on its heels. In 2020, as Covid-19 commenced, Bijan Burnard moved back to London, United Kingdom.

In 2021, Bijan Burnard married Alina Blinova in London, United Kingdom. They then relocated to Monaco, where he then embarked on the creation of Lattice Labs. In 2023 Lattice Labs grew into the sole cloud infrastructure as a service for the blockchain space. Bijan Burnard is a blockchain expert known for his significant contributions to the field of blockchain technology. Burnard has played a crucial role in advancing the adoption and understanding of blockchain technology by enabling universities with training and educational material courses to provide to the greatest young minds of the future.

Early life, Childhood and family

Bijan Burnard was born on December 16, 1994, in Miami, one of Florida's capital cities. Bijan has Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry. His mother is Louise Burnard, a global property expert born in London, United Kingdom. His father, Robert Pascal Ashkenazi, is a French-Swiss food & beverage legend, restaurateur, hotelier, and consultant, who partly owned Saint-Tropez’s institutional beach club La Voile Rouge. His maternal grandfather, Geofrey Burnard Solomon, was a British-born Military Commander who had record-breaking journeys in Africa with his squadron. Bijan had a close relationship with his grandfather and looked up to him as a father. Louise Burnard has said of her son that he "was intrigued with technology at a young age" . At age ten, he developed an interest in computing and video games, teaching himself how to program from the VIC-20 user manual.

Education

Bijan attended elementary school at American Heritage in Broward, Florida, United States. He then attended middle school at Aventura Charter, in Miami, Florida, United States. He then attended freshman year of high school at Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High School in Miami, Florida, United States. Bijan Burnard then started his International Baccalaureate at Pendleton School at IMG Nick Bollettieri Academy, in Bradenton, Florida, United States. He then graduated with his International Baccalaureate at Bell Bedgebury International, in Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom. After graduating, Bijan attended Imperial College of London for one year graduating with a BS with Honors and Distinction in Computer Science.

Business career

Bijan Burnard's career in blockchain technology began in the early 2010s when he started exploring the potentials of decentralized systems and digital payment solutions. He quickly gained recognition for his in-depth understanding of blockchain and its various applications. Throughout his career, Burnard has been involved in numerous projects related to blockchain development, implementation, and education. He has worked with both startups and established companies, providing consultation services and contributing to the design and development of blockchain-based solutions. Bijan Burnard has been actively involved in the blockchain community, participating in conferences, seminars, and workshops worldwide. He is often invited as a guest speaker to share his expertise and insights on blockchain technology and its potential impact on various industries.[3][4][5] [6][7]

Lattice Inc

In 2025, Burnard founded Lattice Inc, an artificial intelligence platform designed as an Autonomous Business Operating System. Lattice enables businesses to deploy and manage AI agents that execute workflows across operations, sales, marketing, and analytics. The platform pioneered in introducing a whole new category called “On-Demand Business AI Agents,” allowing companies to launch a fully functional AI workforce through a simplified onboarding process.

At Lattice Inc, they believe the AI race will not be won by those who simply build the most advanced models—but by those who harness AI and deliver it as a seamless service that creates real-world outcomes. Technology alone is not enough. What matters is how it is applied, simplified, and embedded into everyday business operations.

A defining feature of the platform is its “7-click onboarding”, allowing non-technical users to launch AI-driven operations without engineering expertise. Burnard has described Lattice as a shift from AI as a tool to AI as an operational system that runs businesses, focusing on execution, usability, and accessibility.

Lattice Inc will revolutionize how businesses operate globally. Not by adding more tools—but by replacing manual work with intelligent, human-like execution that runs businesses autonomously. Their focus has always been clear: make AI accessible, fast, and simple—while delivering real, measurable business results. From the way users onboard, to how agents are deployed, to the outcomes they produce—every part of Lattice Inc is designed to maximize adoption and impact.

D-AI

D-AI is a European AI startup founded in March 2023 by Bijan Burnard, D-AI is a strategic technology partner dedicated to helping governments build, deploy, and govern sovereign artificial intelligence ecosystems. Specializing in regulatory alignment and national-scale infrastructure, D-AI works at the intersection of policy, security, and advanced computing to ensure that countries can harness AI safely, efficiently, and independently.

The company collaborates directly with public sector institutions to design and implement comprehensive regulatory AI frameworks, enabling compliant and transparent use of artificial intelligence across national industries. Beyond policy, D-AI delivers end-to-end infrastructure solutions, including the construction of secure, locally operated AI data centers tailored to each nation’s legal, environmental, and operational requirements.

At the core of D-AI’s offering is the deployment of locally hosted AI models, equipped with robust security protocols that protect sensitive data and ensure full national control over critical information flows. By integrating high-performance data processing hardware optimized for AI workloads, D-AI enables governments and national enterprises to scale advanced technologies without relying on external or foreign-controlled systems.

Through its holistic approach, D-AI empowers nations to safeguard sovereign data, strengthen digital independence, and accelerate innovation—building resilient AI ecosystems designed for long-term strategic advantage.

D-AI has entered into a multi-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Public Investment Fund (PIF) to support the Kingdom’s ambitions under Vision 2030. This partnership focuses on building national AI and cloud infrastructure, including the development of sovereign data centers, advanced cloud systems, and secure digital identity platforms designed to power the next generation of public and private sector services in Saudi Arabia.[8][9]

In parallel, D-AI is collaborating with the Government of Italy on initiatives to strengthen Europe’s sovereign AI capabilities. This includes supporting the deployment of compliant AI frameworks, expanding domestic data infrastructure, and advancing secure, locally governed AI solutions aligned with regional regulations and digital sovereignty objectives.

Lattice Lab

Lattice Labs, founded in 2022 by CEO Bijan Burnard, is a European cloud infrastructure provider specializing in blockchain solutions. The company empowers businesses by offering robust cloud services and tailored blockchain applications designed to enhance security, transparency, and efficiency. Operating across sectors such as healthcare, logistics, and conglomerates, Lattice Labs delivers transformative solutions, including supply chain optimization, secure patient data management, and end-to-end shipment traceability. Its blockchain expertise fosters innovation, drives operational improvements, and promotes the adoption of decentralized technologies. Lattice also emphasizes education and collaboration, conducting workshops and training to advance blockchain understanding and implementation across Europe. The company’s Lattice Cloud Infrastructure supports seamless workload transitions between on-premises systems and cloud environments, offering performance, security, and cost benefits. With a global team committed to diversity and innovation, Lattice Labs serves governments, nonprofits, and businesses of all sizes, leveraging blockchain to tackle real-world challenges. Under Burnard’s leadership, the company continues to shape the future of blockchain technology, driving sustainable growth and industry transformation.[10][11]

Lattice Network

Lattice Network Main articles: Forbes.com, Disrupt.com, and Bloomberg Lattice Network, founded in 2022 by CEO Bijan Burnard, is a pioneering blockchain platform that introduced the world’s first 0-layer interoperable blockchain solution. This innovative approach facilitates seamless communication between diverse blockchain protocols, enabling secure and efficient data sharing and collaboration across industries. Lattice Network has transformed supply chain management, healthcare, and public services by overcoming traditional blockchain limitations. Its 0-layer interoperability allows businesses to enhance transparency, streamline operations, and reduce costs. Supply chain leaders leverage the network to achieve end-to-end visibility, improve traceability, and ensure data integrity, minimizing fraud and disruptions. In healthcare, Lattice Network supports secure data sharing across systems, improving interoperability, patient outcomes, and administrative efficiency while maintaining strict privacy standards. Governments use the network to enhance transparency, regulatory compliance, and public service delivery through improved inter-agency data collaboration. Under the visionary leadership of Bijan Burnard, Lattice Network continues to drive blockchain innovation and adoption globally. By fostering strategic partnerships and addressing industry challenges, the company is reshaping the blockchain landscape, empowering businesses and organizations to achieve efficiency, transparency, and collaboration. As of 2023, Lattice Network remains at the forefront of blockchain technology, driving transformative solutions across sectors.

BlockPay

BlockPay is a technology company founded in 2015 by Bijan Burnard, specializing in developing solutions for the payments industry using blockchain technology. It gained recognition as a pioneer in global payment innovation with the launch of the first payment gateway that accepted over 500 global payment methods. The gateway allowed users to purchase recognized blockchain vouchers, which could then be used on merchant sites worldwide. This innovation significantly improved the efficiency of global payments, particularly for foreign cards, while reducing chargebacks and fraud disputes. Initially celebrated for its revolutionary payment solution, BlockPay has since transitioned its business model. Today, it no longer operates as a consumer-facing payment wallet. Instead, the company licenses its advanced technology modules to hundreds of payment companies globally, enabling them to integrate and optimize blockchain-based payment solutions. BlockPay remains a key player in the payments industry, driving innovation and enhancing security and interoperability for businesses around the world.

GameBlock

GameBlock, a Japanese blockchain game company, was founded in 2018 by CEO Bijan Burnard. Known for integrating blockchain technology with virtual and augmented reality, GameBlock quickly gained prominence for creating immersive gaming experiences powered by smart contracts within the Web3 ecosystem. The company collaborated with platforms like Unity and Unreal Engine to develop visually striking games and metaverses, enabling players to securely own, trade, and interact with in-game assets. By utilizing cryptocurrencies and NFTs, GameBlock introduced innovative economic models, allowing players to monetize achievements and create dynamic in-game economies. GameBlock's commitment to innovation earned industry recognition, with the company driving advancements in gaming technology through blockchain integration. Its focus on collaboration and partnerships further bolstered its contributions to the gaming industry. In 2023, GameBlock was sold to a Japanese investment fund, allowing Bijan Burnard to concentrate on Lattice. Despite this transition, the company continues to release groundbreaking games and metaverses, maintaining its legacy of innovation and dedication to redefining the gaming landscape.

Global Esports Federation

Bijan Burnard serves as Senior Chair for Technology Advancements at the Global Esports Federation, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the technological future of competitive gaming worldwide. In this position, he leads strategic initiatives focused on integrating emerging technologies such as AI, cloud infrastructure, and advanced data analytics into the esports ecosystem. His work supports the federation’s mission to enhance competitive integrity, scalability, and global accessibility, while fostering innovation across tournaments, broadcasting, and player development. Burnard’s leadership ensures that the Global Esports Federation remains at the forefront of digital transformation in one of the fastest-growing sectors of the entertainment industry.

Common Wealth Sports Foundation

Bijan Burnard was appointed Senior Chair for Technology by both King Charles III and Chairman Adrian Lismore under the auspices of Commonwealth Sport. In this role, he is entrusted with advancing the foundation’s technological capabilities, driving innovation across digital infrastructure, athlete performance systems, and global event coordination. His appointment reflects a strategic commitment to modernizing the Commonwealth’s sporting ecosystem through cutting-edge solutions, ensuring greater connectivity, transparency, and engagement across member nations while positioning the organization at the forefront of sports technology development.

Leadership style

Bijan Burnard has garnered a reputation for his hands-on and detail-oriented leadership style, with some describing him as a micromanager and highly task-focused. Among developers, he is colloquially referred to as a "Alien," reflecting his commitment to long working hours and influential presence within the company. His leadership approach includes requiring strict non-disclosure agreements from new employees.

Wealth

Approximately 75% of Bijan's wealth originated from the payments industry up until November 2020. Since then, he has earned percentages of licensing fees of software developed by Lattice Labs.

Personal life

From 2019 until late 2021, Bijan resided in London. Bijan met his wife, British-Russian socialite Alina Blinova, in London, United Kingdom; and they married in early 2021. By the end of 2021, they had their first child, David Burnard born in Monte-Carlo Monaco, born on December 16th, the same day of the year as Bijan Burnard. In 2023, they had their second child, Aaron Burnard born in Monte-Carlo Monaco, born on October 18th. [12]

Philanthropy

Bijan Burnard co-founded the Burnard Foundation, which focuses on creating a world where sustainable technology solves humanitarian challenges, creating positive impact for both people and planet. Investing in technology that can improve diagnosis and as well as technology innovations in agriculture. Globally, they invest in public education reform and higher education access which fosters young talent in emerging technologies. Through partnerships with governments, non-profits, and private entities, the foundation strives to drive sustainable progress and equity worldwide.

Contributions to Blockchain Technology

Bijan Burnard's contributions to blockchain technology have been instrumental in advancing the field. He has focused on areas such as smart contracts, consensus algorithms, scalability solutions, and privacy-enhancing technologies. One of Burnard's notable achievements is his work on optimizing consensus algorithms for blockchain networks. His research and development efforts have led to significant improvements in the performance and efficiency of blockchain systems, paving the way for increased scalability and wider adoption. Burnard has also made important contributions to the development of privacy-enhancing technologies in the blockchain space. He has proposed novel cryptographic techniques and protocols that enable secure and private transactions, addressing one of the key challenges in decentralized systems.

Awards and Recognition

  • 2023: Blockchain Innovator of the Year - Global Blockchain Awards
  • 2023: Top 10 Influential Blockchain Experts - Disrupt Blockchain Magazine

Publications

urnard has authored several articles and research papers on blockchain technology, which have been published in reputable journals and presented at conferences. Some of his notable publications include:

  • "Scalability Solutions for Blockchain Networks" - Journal of Blockchain Technology (2023)
  • “The Transformative Power of Blockchain Across Industries” TedEd (2023)
  • "Privacy-Preserving Techniques in Decentralized Systems" - Proceedings of the International Conference on Blockchain (2023)

External Links

Reference

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  3. ↑ https://forbes.co.il/e/beyond-crypto-bijan-burnards-mission-to-double-business-valuations-with-blockchain/
  4. ↑ https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231114172529/fr/
  5. ↑ https://forbes.es/ultima-hora/342186/ceo-bijan-burnard-funda-el-centro-de-desarrollo-de-tecnologia-blockchain-mas-grande-de-monaco/
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  7. ↑ https://www.dailyscanner.com/blockchain-beyond-boundaries-transformative-trends-and-impacts-on-business-and-society-in-the-next-three-years/
  8. ↑ https://finance.yahoo.com/news/d-ai-saudi-arabia-pif-141000436.html
  9. ↑ https://www.middleeastainews.com/p/d-ai-and-pif-partner-on-saudi-sovereign
  10. ↑ https://www.benzinga.com/content/42301070/lattice-revolutionizing-household-brands-through-blockchain-innovation-without-crypto
  11. ↑ https://www.abcmoney.co.uk/2024/11/lattice-europes-visionary-blockchain-company-and-launchpad-for-leading-conglomerates/
  12. ↑ https://forbes.es/ultima-hora/342186/ceo-bijan-burnard-funda-el-centro-de-desarrollo-de-tecnologia-blockchain-mas-grande-de-monaco/
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