Coinbase is reportedly exploring a partnership with Safaricom to enhance M-PESA with blockchain technology. This move aligns with Coinbase’s broader strategy of promoting crypto adoption in Africa, particularly in Kenya and Nigeria. Coinbase is also working with the Kenyan government to foster blockchain development and education. While regulatory uncertainties have previously hindered Coinbase’s operations in […]
AI, Blockchain Integration Can Boost Trust, Prevent Misuse, Expert Says
Integrating AI with blockchain can enhance AI’s trustworthiness and revolutionize various sectors. AI Developers Should Prioritize User Control Stacey Engle, co-founder and CEO of Twin Protocol, argues that integrating artificial intelligence (AI) with blockchain technology can prevent misuse of AI and make AI operations more trustworthy. This combination, she asserts, has the potential to revolutionize […]
Tourism Industry Veteran: Global Travel Lacks Standards, Blockchain the Missing Link
A travel industry veteran believes blockchain technology can unify the global travel industry, standardize communication protocols and enhance transparency. Blockchain: The Missing Link Pablo Castillo, CEO and CTO of Travel4chain, argues that the global travel industry, which has remained largely unchanged for 40 years, lacks standards and a unified system. Castillo believes blockchain technology is […]
Ghana Leverages Blockchain for Carbon Credit Trade
Ghana and Singapore partner to use blockchain technology to facilitate the trading of carbon credits. Cementing Ghana’s Position as Africa’s Carbon Market Leader Ghana’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has entered into an agreement to add the country’s Ghana Carbon Registry (GCR) to a blockchain-based Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes (ITMO) network. This follows an initial agreement […]
TRON DAO Participates as Gold Sponsor at Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai
PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland, November 11th, 2024 – TRON DAO participated as a Gold Sponsor at Binance Blockchain Week 2024, held from October 30 to 31, 2024, in Dubai. This event brought together leaders from across the industry to discuss the evolving landscape of blockchain technology and its impact on the global economy. Key Highlights […]
Cronos Labs and Google Cloud Partner to Boost the Cronos Blockchain Ecosystem
This partnership will see Google Cloud serve as the primary cloud provider for the Cronos ecosystem. Partnership Aims to Accelerate Cronos Ecosystem’s Growth A strategic relationship extension with Google Cloud has been announced by Cronos Labs, a blockchain startup accelerator dedicated to expanding the Cronos blockchain ecosystem. Google Cloud will be the main cloud provider […]
UBS Digital Cash Pilot Completes, Paving the Way for Blockchain Payments
UBS has unveiled a major breakthrough with UBS Digital Cash, a blockchain-based solution poised to revolutionize cross-border payments. UBS Digital Cash: A Blockchain-Driven Shift in Global Payments Financial giant UBS announced on Thursday the successful pilot of UBS Digital Cash, a blockchain-based multi-currency payment solution aimed at enhancing transparency, efficiency, and control in cross-border transactions […]
RabbitCoin Brings Next-Level Play-to-Earn With Latest Blockchain Network
Rocky Rabbit has rapidly emerged as a key player in the Play-to-Earn (P2E) gaming sector, combining exciting gameplay with the tangible benefits of cryptocurrency rewards. Boasting over 29 million total players and more than 1,500,000 holders of its native token, RabBitcoin (RBTC), the game has captured a significant global audience. It features 6 million daily […]
Blockchain Meets Basketball: How Coinbase Plans to Engage Golden State Warriors FansÂ
The Golden State Warriors have entered a partnership with Coinbase, designating it as the official cryptocurrency and blockchain partner of both the team and Chase Center. Golden State Warriors Partner With Coinbase for Cryptocurrency Initiatives According to the announcement, the collaboration will involve a series of promotional events and blockchain-focused fan engagement activities scheduled throughout […]
Tether and Coinbase Unveil Tools for Private AI and Autonomous Blockchain Agents
Tether and Coinbase are diving deep into artificial intelligence (AI), each unveiling new tech designed to bring enhanced privacy and onchain autonomy to the blockchain world. Blockchain and AI Tools In separate announcements this week, Tether and Coinbase revealed AI-driven products poised to reshape how developers and users engage with blockchain technology. Tether’s CEO Paolo […]
Satoshi Nakamoto Statue Revealed at Lugano’s Annual Blockchain Event
At the third annual Plan â‚¿ Forum in Lugano, Switzerland, a statue dedicated to Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto was unveiled as a symbolic gesture to honor decentralization and financial sovereignty. Plan â‚¿ Forum Unveils Nakamoto Tribute Statue The event, held by the Plan â‚¿ Initiative in collaboration with the city of Lugano and Tether, attracted […]
Buenos Aires Implements Self-Sovereign Decentralized Blockchain ID Initiative
Buenos Aires’ Innovation and Transformation Secretary, Diego Fernandez, confirmed that Quarkid, a self-sovereign decentralized blockchain ID project, has already been implemented as part of the city’s app, Miba. In a recent interview, Fernandez explained that users who have verified their identities with authorities can now use Quarkid’s sovereign technology, which allows them to store their […]
The Slow Death of Private Blockchain Tech—R3 Reportedly Explores Sale Despite Big Bank Support
According to a recent report, R3, the private blockchain initiative backed by several major companies—including Intel, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo—has been looking into various strategic paths, including the possibility of a sale. Sources with knowledge of the situation noted that blockchain organizations such as Ava Labs and the Solana Foundation have reportedly been […]
Kraken Set to Dive Into Blockchain Waters With Its Own Chain, ‘Ink’
Kraken is setting its sights on launching its own blockchain next year, much like Coinbase’s Base chain, according to a report from Bloomberg’s Olga Kharif. The new network, which is focused on decentralized finance (defi), is expected to release a testnet later this year. Reportedly named “Ink,” the blockchain is slated to be ready for […]
Vietnam Unveils Ambitious Strategy to Become Regional Blockchain Hub
The Vietnamese government has unveiled a strategy to make Vietnam a leader in blockchain technology in Southeast Asia. The strategy includes building blockchain brands, establishing testing centers, and developing human resources. The government aims to achieve these goals through a five-step action plan, which includes legal reforms, ecosystem development, and international collaboration. Boosting Vietnam’s Blockchain […]