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Verofax wins GITEX Supernova Web3 & Blockchain Award 2023

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DUBAI, Nov 1, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Verofax, an innovator in Brand & Retail solutions, was selected among 521 startups globally as the best solution offering for Web3 & Blockchain, at the GITEX 2023 Expo,  Supernova Challenge in Dubai. Verofax, a UAE-based startup and service provider for turning shopping & products interactive, has emerged as the winner of the 2023 Supernova Challenge at Expand North Star Dubai, the world's largest startup event. The startup received the prize after rounds of pitching against global finalists. Verofax's groundbreaking solution combines interactive Product

IQPay announces Lead Investor Steven Freidmutter Joins IQPay’s Advisory Board

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Time Stamp: October 31, 2023 6:13 AM - Modified On: October 31, 2023 - Published By:
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  Johannesburg 25 October 2023 -, IQPay an innovative force in the fintech landscape, is elated to announce that Steven Freidmutter has officially joined its advisory board. Adding to this significant appointment, Freidmutter is also stepping in as the lead investor for IQPay, marking a milestone in the company's journey. Steven Freidmutter brings to IQPay an impressive track record of experience, presence and credibility. Freidmutter's journey continues to defy conventions. His recent appointment as a partner and founding advisory board member of the Boston-based VC fund Erez Capital is a

Dynamic Coalition on Blockchain Assurance and Standardization (DC-BAS)

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Introduction Blockchains are a promising technology with the potential to transform many industries. However, there are still challenges that need to be addressed before blockchain solutions can reach their full potential. Blockchains are important because they can be used to create secure and transparent systems. For example, blockchains can streamline the delivery of public services to underserved communities and populations, strengthen transparency and integrity for public services, and ultimately build trust amongst all stakeholders. As blockchain technology continues to develop, it is likely to have a major impact on the

Investment is Valued and Rewarded in Nigeria says NITDA DG Kashifu Inuwa

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ABUJA, NG, Feb 4, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The Director General, NITDA (National Information Technology Development Agency), Kashifu Inuwa has called on international investors to invest in the Nigerian tech ecosystem because doing so is valued and comes with many rewards. Speaking on the "Evolution of the Nigerian Tech Ecosystem" to the Ludwig von Bayern Startup Lions, Inuwa said there are four comparative advantages you won't find anywhere but in Nigeria. Firstly, Inuwa suggested that Nigeria's large population and its emerging economic status positioned as a suitable investment destination

Digital Nigeria 2022: NITDA Director General tasks Tech Innovators with Problem Solving

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Kashifu Inuwa challenges entrpreneurs to identify then solve problems, during Day 3 of the Digital Nigeria 2022 International Conference ABUJA, NG, Oct 31, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - The Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE has challenged Nigerian tech innovators and entrepreneurs to identify problems bedeviling the nation with the view to proffering solutions because the government has provided a level playing field for them to achieve just that. NITDA Director General and conference host Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, challenged Nigerian tech innovators and entrepreneurs to

Digital Nigeria 2022, Day 2: Blockchain Adoption Can Increase Nigeria’s GNP, If…

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Time Stamp: October 28, 2022 6:04 AM - Modified On: October 28, 2022 - Published By:
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"Developing countries like Nigeria, if we position ourselves, can increase GDP by at least 0.5 percent, which is almost US$ 25 billion" - Blockchain Summit @ Digital Nigeria 2022, Day 2 ABUJA, NG, Oct 28, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Developing nations like Nigeria stand a chance to benefit from the US$ 1.76 trillion market, if they can position themselves to adopt and leverage Blockchain technologies, Kashifu Inuwa, Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), said during Day 2 of the Digital Nigeria 2022 International Conferences, Exhibitions and Awards. Kashifu Inuwa,

Kashifu Inuwa: Putting NITDA on the Cusp of a Revolution

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Time Stamp: October 3, 2022 7:38 AM - Modified On: October 3, 2022 - Published By:
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Source: NITDA / National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Federal Government of Nigeria The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), the Federal Government Agency responsible for the development of the Information Technology sector in Nigeria. Written by Iklima Musa, Lagos, Nigeria 28/09/2022. LAGOS, NIGERIA, Sept 29, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Nothing offers a more reliable picture of a country's economic performance better than a periodic assessment of sectoral contribution to Gross Domestic Product (GDP). It's no less so in Nigeria where a report by the National Bureau of Statistics

Legacy Block (BLCK:Pancakeswap) partners with Power of One Foundation to end hunger.

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Time Stamp: February 28, 2022 1:01 AM - Modified On: February 28, 2022 - Published By:
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Santa Ana  Mayor Vincent Sarmeinto giving Andre Roberson CEO Power of One the Key to the City. Santa Ana, CA - (PLATO) - February 28, 2022 - Power of One Foundation (“POOF”) has entered into a partnership with Legacy Block (BLCK:Pancakeswap). BLCK is an operating  division of Peerless Exponential Partners, LLC (PXP). By way of the partnership  POOF will use Legacy Block’s BLCK governance token as the governance token for a series of new blockchain based projects targeted at ending hunger in the United States.  These projects will materially increase

CBDC Likely, But Not With Blockchain Says Former Boston Fed President

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Time Stamp: October 18, 2021 1:40 AM - Modified On: October 18, 2021 - Published By:
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Eric Rosengren, former President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston made a public statement making the concept of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) for the USA a little more clear. However, be believes that blockchain will not be involved.Sponsored Sponsored In Rosengren’s comments on the potential of a US CBDC, he suggests that it will exist in the future. He also said because it would require an agreement between the White House, Congress, and the Fed, that it could take a long time. Interestingly, Rosengren clarifies that a

Crypto Job Hiring Sees Huge Demand as Industry Grows

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Time Stamp: September 30, 2021 8:50 AM - Modified On: September 30, 2021 - Published By:
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The number of jobs related to cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology have skyrocketed, according to data from several job listing websites.Sponsored Sponsored While crypto searches more than doubled on Indeed.com in the past year, US job postings with “cryptocurrency” and “blockchain” as keywords were up over 600% on LinkedIn. Additionally, growth in paid listing at CryptocurrencyJobs.co increased nearly 1,500% since last year. “Everyone is hiring right now” Daniel Adler, founder of CryptocurrencyJobs.co, provided some insight into the growth that’s occurred. He noted that some teams who were looking to double at

Motorcycle Maker Soriano Motori Partners with Coinbase to Accept Crypto Payments

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Time Stamp: December 14, 2020 12:41 PM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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Italian motorcycle company Soriano Motori will accept crypto payments for its bikes, becoming the first motorbike firm to do so. From flight tickets to real estate deals, cryptos are becoming more readily acceptable as payment means with companies looking to expand their revenue streams. Italian Bike Maker to Accept Bitcoin and Other Crypto “Coins” Soriano announced the acceptance of cryptocurrencies as a payment means for its motorbikes in a press release issued on Dec. 14. According to the press statement, customers can utilize Bitcoin (BTC) as well as crypto coins like Ether