French game publisher Ubisoft has partnered with Tezos, becoming an official corporate validator node on its blockchain. Nomadic Labs, a research and development team within the Tezos ecosystem, announced the partnership via Twitter. 🎮@Ubisoft is exploring #Tezos technology by becoming a corporate baker. 👋 Welcome to the ecosystem!Read the announcement: https://t.co/ZM1IzBTVCM#blockchain #DigitalTransformation #crypto #Ubisoft pic.twitter.com/6wKCQIFAOJ...Read More
The third-largest bank in France, as well as one of the leading banks in the whole world, Societe Generale, has issued its first structured product as a security token. The bank has chosen Tezos’ blockchain as the underlying network. Following the first covered bond security token issuance for 100 million euros on Ethereum’s blockchain back...Read More
The use of decentralized technologies is growing in Spain, and we are not just talking about cryptocurrencies but blockchain in general, especially for enterprise purposes. From municipalities and public universities to corporations and industries, more and more businesses are adopting the blockchain in one way or another, increasing the ecosystem’s diversity and activity. According to...Read More
BNY Mellon and Silicon Valley bank have injected capital amounting to $133 million in Fireblocks’ Series C funding. Fireblocks aims to expand operations and transform the financial world through the new funding. Targets Transformation Of Digital World With New Funding Digital asset custodian, Fireblocks has raised $133 million in a Series C funding. The round...Read More
In yet another push forward in terms of the overall advent of the cryptocurrency space, LL Cool J is now investing in cryptocurrencies alongside billionaire Paul Tudor Jones. The report comes from Yahoo Finance, revealing that the legendary investor Paul Tudor Jones, as well as James Todd Smith, better known for his stage name, LL Cool J,...Read More
India is looking towards adopting blockchain technology for remote voting. This comes despite the country’s stance against cryptocurrency trading. Blockchain Technology in India’s Voting Process According to The Wire, on Monday (Jan. 25, 2020), Sunil Arora, India’s Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), announced the plans to use blockchain technology in a mock trial for remote voting....Read More
Despite being an underdeveloped region, Latin America sets an example for the whole world in terms of adoption, trading, and interest in cryptocurrencies. A recent survey revealed that more than 30% of Latinos are interested in investing in crypto, either to increase their wealth or at least to maintain its value in times of economic...Read More
China is preparing a consequent major take on blockchain adoption. The country is developing a new project aimed at integrating international central bank digital currencies (CBDC) as a part of their recent blockchain endeavor, the BSN. Building a Universal Digital Payment Network as part of 2021 Outlook The country’s national blockchain project, Blockchain Service Network...Read More
The Vietnamese financial institution will reportedly initiate the provision of letters of credit (L/C) on the blockchain, aiming at better and safer transactions for its clients. Becoming a “Happy Digital Bank” Vietnamese bank HDBank has announced it will issue letters of credit (L/C) using blockchain technology. According to a recent report, the major financial institution will...Read More
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has published more crypto-friendly guidelines allowing greater participation by regulated financial institutions in the industry. US Banks Can Now Use Stablecoins and Blockchains for Settlement In a press release issued on Monday (Jan. 4, 2020), the OCC revealed its decision to allow Federally chartered banks...Read More
Switzerland’s SEBA bank successfully completes a series B fundraiser, giving further merit to the notion that the country is becoming a hub for cryptocurrency business. Another Successful Fundraiser The Swiss start-up bank has officially completed its second stage of capital fundraising. The institution which sells cryptocurrencies to its customers has been planning the Series B...Read More
Social Media platforms, despite being a tale of the modern society, remain largely antiquated. While we browse through different profiles on our phones, we oftentimes forget that it’s one single entity behind the curtains. One central organization that can pull the plug and control the entire thing. It is here where the promise of blockchain-based...Read More
Global cryptocurrency exchange and digital asset management platform Bitrue has moved to strengthen the security of its daily XRP raffles by integrating Chainlink technology. Bitrue Implements Chainlink VRF Chainlink’s Verifiable Randomness Function (VRF) was selected specifically by the Bitrue team to add tamper-resistant transparency to its daily random number lottery, where users can win a...Read More
The forthcoming Crypto.com Visa cards for Canadian citizens are reportedly coming early next year and are considered another step in the country’s recent turn towards cryptocurrency adoption. Visa Cards For Canadians As Early As January 2021 The digital assets exchange and app Crypto.com has officially announced that citizens of Canada are now able to apply for...Read More
The public blockchain project TomoChain has signed an agreement with Vietnam’s Ministry of Education and Training to provide DLT services. As a result, all certifications achieved by students in High School and Higher Education will be uploaded to the TomoChain blockchain network. TomoChain Enters The Vietnamese Market The Singapore-based blockchain company powered by a proof-of-stake...Read More
The world just witnessed the deeply debated (only from the ones who lost) results of the 2020 US Presidential election. More than a week ago. Republican party members, including their leader and the 45th President Donald Trump, crying foul calling the polls rigged. Nonetheless, Joseph Biden will take up the coveted position as the leader...Read More
The electronics giant Samsung may be working on a blockchain-based application to facilitate a secure way to transfer files, data, and information. Although Samsung has not given further details, sources specialized in the topic revealed that the company is developing a software called Private Share, which uses the blockchain to prevent file receivers from using...Read More
European soccer giant Bayern Munich enters the world of now-trendy virtual football. The German sports club is to follow other famous soccer teams in Sorare – an Ethereum-based fantasy soccer digital platform. In The Virtual Company Of Over 100 Other Soccer Clubs FC Bayern Munich is among the most prominent German sports teams in the...Read More
The French multinational giant will be integrating Blockchain and Big Data technologies for the company’s digital transformation. The defense and aeronautics enterprise will also use novice technology to comply with NATO standards. A Step Towards Digital Transformation As per a recent report, Thales will be integrating Big Data and blockchain in a new management system, which...Read More
Talks about the Anti-social Media Bill to prevent Nigerian youths from protesting against the government has reminded us about the need for decentralized social networks. Following the recent EndSARS protests against police brutality in Nigeria, the government has returned to a previous bill that intends to criminalize the use of social media to restrict free...Read More
Now the United States can boast a new crypto bank: Welcome Avanti. Avanti Financial Group, a firm founded by the former managing director at Morgan Stanley, Caitlin Long, announced that it had been granted a license to offer banking services by the Wyoming State Banking Board. Avanti is The Second Crypto-bank Operating in the United...Read More
Tomochain, the Singapore-based smart contract platform, has taken another stride towards its aim of hosting government and enterprise applications with its acquisition of Lition, a German company that provides public and private blockchain services. Launched on Ethereum in October 2020, Lition represents a bridge between public and private blockchain use-cases with its ability to delete...Read More
A new consultation process on blockchain laws is set to begin in Switzerland. Initiated by the country’s Federal Department of Finance, the operation is focused on initiating a blanket ordinance in the local blockchain and distributed ledger technology environment. For Better Laws In Blockchain Industry A number of parties, individuals, and other interested groups are...Read More
The cryptocurrency industry has no doubt been maturing over the past couple of years, especially after the parabolic market development in 2017. The underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies – blockchain (or distributed ledger) has become more appealing to a range of corporations for various reasons. CryptoPotato recently reported that the tech mogul IBM has partnered with...Read More
The United States Department of Justice is focusing its attention on the crypto-verse and how to control that ecosystem. On October 8, 2020, the US Attorney General released a report talking about the dangers associated with the adoption of cryptocurrencies and the expectations of the DOJ in this regard. The “Cryptocurrency Enforcement Framework” is an...Read More
The Electric Vehicle Grid Integration (EVGI) Working Group of the Mobility Open Blockchain Initiative (MOBI) has developed and launched a global standard for the automotive industry integrating blockchain into a decentralized vehicle charging system. The statement clarified that the standard will initially focus on three main use case areas: peer-to-peer (P2P) applications, tokenized carbon credits...Read More
Unocoin is one of the earliest exchanges to enter the Indian cryptocurrency arena in 2013. And now the crypto trading platform has received funding from billionaire and bitcoin bull Tim Draper. The Series A round which raised $5 million was led by Draper Associates. 2020 Ventures and crypto-focused VC firm XBTO Ventures also participated in...Read More
One of the world’s largest car manufacturers and a household name, BMW, has announced plans to launch a blockchain-based reward program in South Korea. The country will be the first to see the new platform before a potential global rollout. BMW Korea Goes Blockchain BMW is arguably one of the most popular car manufacturing brands....Read More
Software and EOS developer Block.one announced the news of Google Cloud joining the community via a blog post published earlier today, on Oct. 6. According to the announcement, apart from joining the network, Google Cloud is also aiming to become a BP on the chain. The decision to allow Google Cloud to become a BP...Read More
Contour, the trade finance enterprise based on blockchain, has officially launched. The digital platform is set to deliver a global network and services for trading finance over a distributed ledger, uniting buyers, suppliers, and banks on its platform. Contour Goes Live Singapore-based Contour has officially announced its step forward, launching its trading network based on...Read More
