A Nigerian blockchain industry leader has described the recent approval of two crypto exchanges by the securities regulator as a positive step that improves the image of Nigeria’s crypto space. The leader believes clear regulations will attract foreign investors and benefit Nigerian entrepreneurs. He also urged Nigeria to follow the rule of law regarding the […]
Binance Research Report: Blockchain Could Transform Cross-Border Transactions
Blockchain technology is set to transform the payments industry by tackling persistent issues in cross-border transactions. A detailed report by Binance Research suggests that incorporating blockchain into payment systems could substantially lower costs and speed up settlements, offering a new direction for global payments infrastructure. Blockchain Gains Momentum in the Payments Industry as Binance Highlights […]
Space and Time Secures $20 Million in Series A Funding to Enhance AI and Blockchain
Space and Time (SxT) Labs has announced the completion of a $ 20 million Series A funding round, led by Framework Ventures and supported by several prominent investors. SxT Labs disclosed that the funding aims to accelerate the company’s development of tools that bridge the gap between artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology. Space …
Ethereum and Blockchain to Be Included in High School Curricula in Argentina
ETH Kipu Foundation, an organization focused on supporting and developing the Ethereum ecosystem in Latam, has partnered with the Ministry of Education of the City of Buenos Aires in Argentina to include Ethereum and blockchain as part of high school curricula. Additionally, these two institutions are working to develop an online Solidity course to train […]
Nigerian Central Bank Affiliate Partners With Blockchain Startup Zone to Boost Payments
The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) has partnered with Zone, a decentralized payment infrastructure company, to improve its payment services. NIBSS will use Zone’s blockchain technology to streamline its Payment Terminal Service Aggregation (PTSA) operations. Both NIBSS and Zone believe that blockchain technology can revolutionize the financial sector and enhance regulatory oversight. NIBSS Enhances Payment […]
Gotbit Hedge Fund: Memes Are Driving the Next Wave of Blockchain Innovation
Memecoins, initially a niche in the digital asset world, have grown into a significant force within the blockchain and crypto markets. These tokens, often associated with cultural references and humor, present unique opportunities for substantial financial gains, drawing in traders and investors eager for high returns. As these tokens continue to evolve, their influence on […]
Pip Labs Raises $80 Million at a $2.25 Billion Valuation to Protect IP via Blockchain
Pip Labs has raised $ 80 million in a Series B funding round led by VC firm A16z, reaching a valuation of $ 2.25 billion. The round aims to extend the development of Story, a blockchain aiming to tokenize and protect what Pip Labs calls the “multi-trillion-dollar” asset class of intellectual property (IP), …
Gate Ventures, Abu Dhabi Blockchain Center Launch $100M Innovation Fund
Gate Ventures (crypto exchange Gate.io’s VC arm) and Abu Dhabi Blockchain Center partnered to launch Falcon Gate Ventures, a $ 100 million fund supporting Web3 innovation. The fund aims to stimulate global Web3 growth and solidify the United Arab Emirates’ position as a digital economy hub. The collaboration will leverage expertise from both parties …
Tether to Launch USDT Stablecoin on Aptos Blockchain
Tether, the issuer of USDT, the largest dollar-pegged stablecoin in the crypto market, has announced the launch of its star product on Aptos, a scalable and rapid blockchain. Tether seeks to offer rails with “extremely low gas fees” for USDT users, opening opportunities for the development of new use cases such as microtransactions and large-scale […]
Chainlink Integrates Data Streams and VRF on Base Blockchain
Chainlink has expanded its offerings on the Base blockchain by launching its Data Streams and Verifiable Random Function (VRF) services. This development ensures that the full suite of Chainlink products is now accessible to developers using Base, a layer-two (L2) blockchain built on Ethereum. Chainlink Expands Services on Base Blockchain The recent integration of Chainlink’s […]
Declarative Blockchain Developer Essential Secures $11M Series A Round
Essential has successfully secured $ 11 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Archetype, with contributions from IOSG, Spartan, Mirana, Amber Group, Maven 11, Bodhi Ventures, Big Brain Holdings, Heartcore Capital, Selini, DCLM, and Propeller Heads, and others. This funding will accelerate the development of Essential’s blockchain, which aims to revolutionize …
Tether Partners With Crypto Firm to Boost Blockchain Education in South Africa
Stablecoin issuer Tether Holdings Ltd. recently announced a partnership with a crypto payments provider to advance blockchain education in South Africa. The collaboration aims to both demonstrate the benefits of stablecoin payments and build trust in digital financial solutions. Building Trust in Digital Financial Solutions Stablecoin issuer Tether Holdings Ltd. partnered with Xion Global to […]
Ripple and DIFC Partner to Drive Blockchain and Crypto Adoption in UAE
Ripple has unveiled its plan to partner with the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Innovation Hub to promote blockchain and crypto adoption in the UAE. The collaboration seeks to encourage innovation among early-stage companies and large institutions. Ripple has dedicated one billion XRP to provide financial, technical, and business support to developers on the XRP […]
Bitcoin Miner Argo Blockchain Reports Steady Performance in July 2024
Argo Blockchain PLC has today released its July 2024 operational update, reporting the mining of 48 BTC, maintaining an average of 1.5 BTC per day, consistent with June 2024. The company generated $ 3 million in mining revenue, with a mining margin in the mid-20% range, slightly lower than the previous month due to …
Abu Dhabi Unveils Blockchain Center to Drive Blockchain Innovation
A center aiming to drive blockchain innovation and establish Abu Dhabi as a hub for top global events and workshops, connecting industry leaders, has officially opened. Additionally, the blockchain center will incorporate a venture capital arm to support and invest in Web3 startups. Center to Serve as Platform for Launching Latest Blockchain Technology Apps A […]