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18/07/2024

Constellation Network, a decentralised network that enables anyone to build the future of Web3 with fast and feeless transactions, has opened its doors to developers ready to build on Hypergraph, the secure ledger technology behind Constellation.

Find out more: https://blockchaintechnology-news.com/news/web3-meets-defence-tech-constellation-network-launches-global-hackathon/

Great news for developers in Web3 and from the old web3 - Constellation Network has opened to developers ready to build on Hypergraph.

09/07/2024

Explore the synergy of blockchain and AI technologies at the free-to-attend virtual Blockchain & AI Expo, taking place on 31 October 2024!

👉 Find out more: https://www.blockchain-expo.com/

Discover how blockchain and AI can synergistically drive innovation, optimize operations, foster strategic growth opportunities and give your business a competitive advantage in the growing technological landscape.

Presentations are set to explore opportunities and challenges in the fusion of blockchain and AI, real-world applications, ethics, innovations in environmental sustainability and more!

Hear from experts at the forefront of the evolving fields, including:

- Jeff Lunglhofer, CISO, Coinbase
- Andrea Prazakova, SVP Mastercard Foundry EEMEA
- Alex Nascimento, Managing Director, 7CC - Blockchain Investment
- David Palmer, CPO Pairpoint by Vodafone IoT and Web3 Platform, Vodafone

👉 Register your free place today: https://www.blockchain-expo.com/

25/06/2024

The Court of Appeal of Venice adjudicated judicial appeals made by Quantum Blockchain's subsidiary Clear Leisure 2017.

Quantum Blockchain Technologies has announced a significant legal development concerning its subsidiary, Clear Leisure 2017 (CL17).

14/06/2024

The Italian Banking Association’s trial of a wholesale Central Bank digital currency (wCBDC) has been declared a success.

The initiative, known as Project Leonidas, was part of the Bank of Italy’s sandbox program.

The primary benefits identified were atomic transactions, enhanced transparency, and improved information traceability.

Find out more: https://www.blockchaintechnology-news.com/2024/06/italian-banks-explore-dual-models-of-wholesale-cbdc/

One big step towards digital innovation in the banking sector was witnessed when the Italian Banking Association trialled its wCBDC.

07/06/2024

For the crypto industry, enhancing user experience is critical, particularly the ease of executing on-chain transactions without concern for the underlying blockchain.

For the crypto industry, enhancing user experience is critical, particularly the ease of executing on-chain transactions without concern for the underlying blockchain.

07/06/2024

The president of Ripple, Monica Long, is optimistic that lobbying efforts undertaken by the crypto industry will yield favourable results in the forthcoming US elections.

The president of Ripple is optimistic that lobbying efforts undertaken by the crypto industry will yield favourable results in the forthcoming US elections.

05/06/2024

BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust has emerged as the largest global fund focused on Bitcoin, with nearly $20 billion in assets.

BlackRock Inc.'s iShares Bitcoin Trust has emerged as the largest global fund focused on Bitcoin, with nearly $20 billion in assets.

29/05/2024

Around 60% of cryptocurrency investors admit they do not fully understand blockchain technology – the distributed ledger underpinning many cryptocurrencies.

Find out more: https://www.blockchaintechnology-news.com/2024/05/majority-of-us-crypto-investors-lack-understanding-of-blockchain-technology/

A survey from Preply revealed crypto investors admitting they do not fully understand blockchain technology.

15/12/2023

Sabih Behzad, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies Transformation at Deutsche Bank, shared his views on blockchain and DLT innovation during a session at this year’s Blockchain Expo Global.

Sabih Behzad, Head of Digital Assets and Currencies Transformation at Deutsche Bank, shared his views on blockchain and DLT innovation during a session at this year’s Blockchain Expo Global.

20/10/2023

Circle has updated its suite of services designed to empower developers with the tools necessary to seamlessly transition from Web2 to Web3.

Circle has updated its suite of services designed to empower developers with the tools necessary to seamlessly transition from Web2 to Web3.

16/10/2023

The Solana Foundation has joined the DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) – a world-leading free zone and Dubai’s authority on commodities trade and enterprise – as an ecosystem partner at its Crypto Centre.

The Solana Foundation has joined the DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) – a world-leading free zone and Dubai’s authority on commodities trade and enterprise – as an ecosystem partner at its Crypto Centre.

02/10/2023

In a session at Blockchain Expo Europe, Max Ndaboka, Global Enterprise Data Management Transformation Manager at PepsiCo, delved into the world of Web3 and how it’s modernising enterprises.

In a session at Blockchain Expo Europe, Max Ndaboka, Global Enterprise Data Management Transformation Manager at PepsiCo, delved into the world of Web3 and how it's modernising enterprises.

26/09/2023

This insightful conversation sheds light on the evolving landscape of institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies, with blockchain and stablecoins emerging as pivotal tools in reshaping the financial industry.

In a fireside chat at Blockchain Expo Europe, James Morek, Co-Head of Institutional Sales EMEA & APAC at Coinbase, and Nick Philpott, CEO of Zodia Markets, shared their insights on what is needed for institutional crypto adoption.

15/09/2023

The Block caught up with Renee Francis, Founder and Director of Take3, to discuss the transformative potential of Web3 ahead of this year's Blockchain Expo Europe.

The Block caught up with Renee Francis, Founder and Director of Take3, to discuss the transformative potential of Web3.

12/09/2023

In an address at the Permissionless II conference, US Congressman Tom Emmer urged the blockchain industry to shift its focus towards innovation—asserting that the technology is key to authenticating content in the AI era.

In an address at the Permissionless II conference, US Congressman Tom Emmer urged the blockchain industry to shift its focus towards innovation—asserting that the technology is key to authenticating content in the AI era.

31/08/2023

Coinbase co-founder and CEO Brian Armstrong is basking in the glow of a successful week as the value of his company’s stocks soared, riding on the rising hopes for a Bitcoin spot Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF). Armstrong kept the good vibes going by sharing the 10 ideas he’s “most excited about” in the Web3 space.

Coinbase co-founder and CEO Brian Armstrong is basking in the glow of a successful week as the value of his company's stocks soared, riding on the rising hopes for a Bitcoin spot Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF). Armstrong kept the good vibes going by sharing the 10 ideas he’s “most excited about” i...

21/08/2023

SK Telecom (SKT) and Polygon Labs have entered into a strategic partnership to build a flourishing Web3 ecosystem.

SK Telecom (SKT) and Polygon Labs have entered into a strategic partnership to build a flourishing Web3 ecosystem.

08/08/2023

KYOTOProtocol is said to be a carbon-negative blockchain built to scale the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) and Regenerative Finance (ReFi) by harnessing the power of Web3.

https://www.blockchaintechnology-news.com/2023/08/kyoto-plants-1-million-trees-pre-launch-as-it-vows-to-be-worlds-most-sustainable-blockchain/

KYOTOProtocol is said to be a carbon-negative blockchain built to scale the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) and Regenerative Finance (ReFi) by harnessing the power of Web3.

08/08/2023

The new integration allows OKX to provide industry-leading low prices and ease of use when swapping ETH to Linea.

https://www.blockchaintechnology-news.com/2023/08/okx-dex-integrates-with-linea-bridge-and-orbiter/

The new integration allows OKX to provide industry-leading low prices and ease of use when swapping ETH to Linea.

24/07/2023

Chainlink CCIP launches on Mainnet

https://www.blockchaintechnology-news.com/2023/07/chainlink-ccip-launches-on-mainnet/

The Chainlink Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) has entered early access with Aave (BGD Labs) and Synthetix.

24/07/2023

ABO Digital backs IoT blockchain firm Kalima with $10m

https://www.blockchaintechnology-news.com/2023/07/abo-digital-backs-iot-blockchain-firm-kalima-with-10m/

Kalima plans to use the funds to innovate and refine its IoT solutions, which it feels have the potential to revolutionise industries.

21/06/2023

UK parliamentarians have taken a significant step towards recognising cryptocurrencies as a regulated activity with the approval of the Financial Services and Markets Bill (FSMB) by the House of Lords.

UK parliamentarians have taken a significant step towards recognising cryptocurrencies as a regulated activity with the approval of the Financial Services and Markets Bill (FSMB) by the House of Lords.

12/06/2023

Renowned venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is opening its first global office in London due to a “predictable” regulatory environment.

Renowned venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is opening its first global office in London due to a “predictable” regulatory environment.

05/06/2023

According to the latest report from DappRadar, the decentralised apps (dapps) industry is picking up pace.

According to the latest report from DappRadar, the decentralised apps (dapps) industry is picking up pace.

18/05/2023

During a session at this year’s Blockchain Expo, we heard from IDC Research Director Phillip Silitschanu about the opportunities of Web3 and the journey that lies ahead.

During a session at this year’s Blockchain Expo, we heard from IDC Research Director Phillip Silitschanu about the opportunities of Web3 and the journey that lies ahead.

23/01/2023

Over 109M more trees would have been needed to offset Ethereum’s CO2 emissions prior to its switch to a more efficient consensus.

Over 109M more trees would have been needed to offset Ethereum’s CO2 emissions prior to its switch to a more efficient consensus.

20/12/2022

Visa refuses to become a dinosaur and will “actively contribute” to developing the web3 and crypto ecosystem.

Visa refuses to become a dinosaur and will “actively contribute” to developing the web3 and crypto ecosystem.

07/12/2022

Niamh O’Connell, senior business development manager at CasperLabs, tackles some of the most common questions around cloud and blockchain technology.

Niamh O’Connell, senior business development manager at CasperLabs, tackles some of the most common questions around cloud and blockchain technology.

22/11/2022

A deepfake of former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried aims to scam victims of the exchange’s collapse.

A deepfake of former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried aims to scam victims of the exchange’s collapse.

15/11/2022

Nike is going deeper down the web3 rabbit hole with the unveiling of its own platform.

Nike is going deeper down the web3 rabbit hole with the unveiling of its own platform.