DeFi

The Tightrope of Regulation

In a significant move at the recent G20 meeting in India, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Financial Stability Board (FSB) released a joint paper outlining a framework for the global regulation of cryptocurrencies. While the proposals mostly tread familiar territory, what’s new is their conviction in crypto’s unstoppable growth and success. A flurry of optimism greeted the G20’s endorsement of the report because it advocates that countries don’t ban crypto. Hidden in its text, however, are some worrying signs. For example, on the first page, they state, “Widespread

Blockpass integrates award-winning ID system with Solana Wallets, offers special discount to Solana projects

HONG KONG, Sept 7, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Blockpass has announced that it will be integrating its identity verification solution with Solana Wallets and supporting Solana projects with its revolutionary On-Chain KYC(R) solution. Additionally, Blockpass will provide a unique special offer available to all Solana projects in the form of a 50% discount. Solana is a blockchain network with the fundamental ideals of an open-source community, decentralization, staking and censorship resistance at its heart. The Solana network is validated by thousands of independently-operating nodes that ensures data remains secure

Swiss WEB3FEST 2023: The Convergence of Web3 Innovation and Collaboration

The Global Web3 Ecosystem is set to unite under the banner of "Switzerland United", an 11-day extravaganza, from September 7th-17th 2023, that combines the forces of the NFT Fest Lugano, NFT Lakeside Unconference and the Swiss WEB3FEST. Key Highlights The Swiss WEB3FEST will be the center of Web3 innovation and collaboration, with over 150 Preeminent speakers, 50+ exhibitors and 80+ captivating topics and side events The Swiss WEB3FEST is the Ecosystem Festival of Crypto Valley and Crypto Oasis and is Co-Hosted by Dfinity aka The Internet Computer The Conference is

Quidi Project: Beyond the Boundaries of Decentralized Finance

In the dynamic realm of Decentralized Finance (DeFi), a groundbreaking initiative known as the Quidi Finance has emerged, introducing unprecedented solutions that are reshaping the financial landscape. This article delves into the distinctive features that set the Quidi Finance apart, its unwavering dedication to financial inclusivity, and the trail it blazes for the future of DeFi. Open up New Horizons with Quidi At its core, the Quidi Project harnesses the power of blockchain technology to establish a secure and transparent environment, enabling users to participate in DeFi activities with confidence. By embracing

Bridging Real and Virtual Economies

In an era where decentralized finance (DeFi) promises revolutionary, permissionless, and credit-check-free access to financial services, the limitations to its application lie in the narrow range of digital assets it encompasses. But industry pioneers are working to widen its scope by introducing real-world assets (RWAs) to the digital realm. For instance, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), Ripple is embarking on a research project to try and tokenize real estate. This venture was made public about seven weeks ago as part of a broader initiative, the digital

BREATHE! Appreciation & Mixer Ignites Excitement, Setting the Stage for Global Tech Revolution

For Immediate Release June 8, 2023 LAS VEGAS, NV - BREATHE! Convention, BREATHE! Appreciation & Mixer event, which took place from May 3rd - 5th, 2023, at the Renaissance Hotel in Las Vegas, was met with an overwhelmingly positive reception as more than one hundred pioneers and emerging tech leaders shook hands, exchanged ideas, and built business relationships in anticipation for the upcoming BREATHE! Convention. Within attendance of this 3-day networking event included Web3 artists, blockchain developers and startups, venture capitalists, and other business leaders transforming the space of Web3,

GroundUp Studios Launches in Hong Kong to Re-imagine Music & Art in Web3

Music label to establish a borderless community for web3 enthusiasts, musicians and artists to connect, socialize and collaborate on extraordinary multimedia art projects Use of blockchain and NFT technology unleashes artistic creativity; more equitable compensation for artists; and new opportunities in music distribution, licensing Core management team led by award-winning songwriter, recording artist and brand marketing veteran Adrian Fu, alongside seasoned professionals in entertainment, brand partnerships, technology infrastructure and fintech NFT membership access pass planned within 1H 2023 HONG KONG, May 11, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) – GroundUp Studios, a

Spielworks co-launches its Wombat X accelerator with Cronos, Newcoin, and more, fostering robust Web3 game development

The accelerator empowers promising Web3 games to leverage Spielworks’s expertise in Web3 game development and community engagement to expand their reach via grants, education, and exposure to the 3M-user Wombat ecosystem Berlin, April 2023 — Spielworks, a leading blockchain startup specializing in gaming and decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions, launches its Web3 gaming accelerator, Wombat X to empower Web3 gaming projects to enhance their gaming experience and grow their audiences with the Wombat ecosystem. Highlighting the list of partners in the accelerator are Cronos, the first EVM-compatible Layer-1 network built on

Paribus. Trust Less.

One month ago, Jerome Powell, head of the Federal Reserve in the US, announced that the banking system was sound and robust despite the collapse of several large banks. After raising rates a further 0.25%, he said, “We’re committed to learning the lessons from this episode and to work to prevent events like this from happening again.” As we prepare for another potential 0.25% rate hike on May 3rd, another major bank in the US, First Republic Bank, has collapsed. Its collapse is part of a larger trend of consolidation

CoinFlip’s New Crypto Platform ‘Olliv’ Aims to Make Cryptocurrency a Simple Part of Everyday Life

Award-Winning Company, CoinFlip, Introduces Accessible and Safe Solutions for ‘Olliv Us’ to Participate in the Digital Economy CHICAGO, April 26, 2023 – CoinFlip, a leading fintech company powered by cryptocurrency, announces today a new chapter of growth and product evolution with the launch of ‘Olliv,’ a safe, inclusive, self-custody-powered crypto platform delivering financial services in the digital economy accessible to everyone. Olliv is breaking down the exclusivity barrier of cryptocurrency and offering a space that welcomes the next generation of investors to the digital economy while serving as an onramp