Blockchain-Based Loyalty Rewards Foster Brand-Customer Connection, Accelerate Web3 Adoption — Gennady Volchek

Universal loyalty programs can serve as potent tools, not only forging a direct link between a brand and its consumers but also influencing the latter’s shopping behaviour, Gennady Volchek, the CEO of...

Vitalik Buterin Has Complimented New Decentralized Social Network

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Jambo and Aptos unveil budget-friendly blockchain smartphone JamboPhone for global reach

Aptos Foundation and Jambo Technology have joined hands in a strategic partnership to propel the adoption of Web3 technology in emerging markets.  This collaboration, announced on Thursday, seeks to l...

Philippines Turns Away From Blockchain, Embraces CBDC Strategy

Instead of building on a decentralized blockchain network, the Philippine government has opted to develop a central bank digital currency to introduce digital assets in the country. BSP to Introduce C...

The Blockchain for Enterprise & Sustainability

VeChain promotes sustainability through blockchain, aligning with UN SDGs and incentivizing eco-friendly actions. Blockchain’s ‘Web3’ empowers data ownership, enhancing transparency and trust in susta...

Future Looks Bright For Crypto In Indonesia: Pro-Blockchain VP Takes Office

Voters in Indonesia delivered a decisive victory to Gibran Rakabuming Raka, son of the current president, in the latest local elections. This win, coupled with Raka’s vocal support for blockchain and ...

QuickNode Announces Support for zkSync Hyperchains to Boost Blockchain Scalability and Privacy

In a significant development for the blockchain industry, QuickNode, a leading blockchain infrastructure provider, has officially announced its support for zkSync hyperchains. This groundbreaking deve...

UAE’s blockchain ambitions will improve trade finance for SMEs

As the United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to embrace blockchain technology, experts have identified Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) in the country as one of the largest beneficiaries of th...

Avalanche blockchain plays key role in Citigroup’s tokenization success story

US banking giant Citigroup has released a comprehensive report detailing the successful integration of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) into the private market sector through fund tokenization on t...

Blockchain Association Critiques Senator Elizabeth Warren’s Crypto AML Bill

In a letter to Congress, the cryptocurrency advocacy group Blockchain Association raised several concerns about Senator Elizabeth Warren’s proposed crypto AML bill. The letter received support from 80...

Solana-Based Decentralized Rendering Altcoin Offers Tepid Response to Coinbase Listing News

A Solana-based (SOL) decentralized rendering altcoin is trading sideways despite the news that the top US crypto exchange platform would be adding support for it. In a new announcement, Coinbase says ...

Citigroup succeeds in blockchain equity tokenization trial

Citigroup has successfully completed a trial testing the potential for tokenizing a private equity fund using blockchain. In collaboration with Wellington Management and WisdomTree, Citigroup told Blo...

Quicknode Enhances Blockchain Infrastructure With Zksync Hyperchain Support

Quicknode, a leading blockchain infrastructure provider, has officially expanded its offerings to include support for Zksync hyperchains, enhancing its custom chains solution portfolio. This developme...

South Korea Celebrities Promoting Scam Blockchain “Winnerz”

A major crypto scandal has rocked South Korea, with popular celebrities and YouTubers accused of promoting a scam blockchain sports platform called “Winnerz.”  The platform allegedly issued fake crypt...

What Are Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN)?

Rather than relying on centralized entities, DePIN enables the creation of community-owned networks where participants are actively involved and even financially compensated for their contributions. T...

Blockchain Adoption: CitiBank Trials Tokenization Of Private Equity Funds On Avalanche

CitiBank, one of the world’s largest banks, has successfully conducted a simulation demonstrating the tokenization of a private equity fund on the Avalanche blockchain network, specifically using Aval...

Bitcoin is not truly decentralized

Yesterday, SEC Chairman Gary Gensler was invited to CNBC to talk about Bitcoin, stating that it is actually not as decentralized and represents a risky investment for retail users. There has also been...

Klaytn and Finschia Get Nod to Launch Asia’s Largest Blockchain Ecosystem

Coinspeaker Klaytn and Finschia Get Nod to Launch Asia’s Largest Blockchain Ecosystem The Klaytn and Finschia have announced in a press release that they have received approval to merge their networks...

Wall Street Giants Test Private Equity Tokenization On Blockchain

Key Points: Citigroup simulated blockchain tokenization of private equity funds. The trial used Avalanche’s platform, showing compatibility with banking systems. Tokenized funds as collateral for lend...

Blockchain Life 2024: The world’s leading crypto forum is back in Dubai

The main event in the world of cryptocurrencies, mining, and web3 – Blockchain Life 2024 will take place in Dubai on October 22-23. It is expected that more than 8000 people from 140 countries will at...

Major banks embrace tokenization: Citigroup explores blockchain implementation

Major banks worldwide are venturing into tokenizing real-world assets in a significant move within the crypto industry. Citigroup Inc., a prominent player in the financial sector, has undertaken a sim...

Citibank Is Now Experimenting With Issuing Stocks On The Blockchain

Multinational financial services giant Citibank announced on Wednesday that it is experimenting with tokenized securities on the blockchain to bolster the adoption of distributed ledger technology on ...

Citi Explores Private Fund Tokenization in Latest Blockchain Bet

Coinspeaker Citi Explores Private Fund Tokenization in Latest Blockchain Bet Citigroup Inc (NYSE: C), or Citi, a well-decorated American multinational investment bank, has announced a successful compl...

Blockchain analysts detect $4.6m from Duelbits crypto heist

Blockchain security platform Cyvers has detected several suspicious transactions from the crypto casino site Duelbits, indicating a security breach.  The suspicious address received $4.6 million from ...

API3 Surges Over 135% In Three Months: A Paradigm Shift In Decentralized APIs

In the past three months, API3 has witnessed a remarkable surge in value, climbing by more than 135%. This substantial increase reflects the growing recognition within the market of API3’s potential t...

CNBC host Joe Kernen defends Bitcoin after Gensler claims its ‘not that decentralized’

News anchor Joe Kernen defended Bitcoin in a spirited exchange with SEC Chair Gary Gensler during an interview on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” on Feb. 14 after the regulator questioned the flagship crypto’s de...

Gary Gensler says Bitcoin is not even decentralized

In a recent public conversation with CNBC, Gary Gensler, the chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), once again did what he has come to be known for; come for Bitcoin, the first and ...

B2BinPay Introduces v19 Release With Instant Swaps and Expanded Blockchain Support

B2BinPay, a world-leading blockchain platform, constantly improves its products and takes user experience to a new level. The version 19 update is not an exception, offering exciting enhancements and ...

First-ever ICO on Bitcoin blockchain raises $618k in under 4 hours

Bitcoin Dogs conducts first-ever ICO on Bitcoin, raising $618k in under 4 hours. Bitcoin Dogs introduces gaming, NFTs, and BRC-20 token standards to the Bitcoin community. The 0DOG token unlocks an in...

Gary Gensler Says Bitcoin Is ‘Token of Choice for Ransomware’ and ‘Not That Decentralized’

The Chair of the U.S. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says Bitcoin (BTC) isn’t as decentralized as the public believes. In a new interview on CNBC, Gensler says the top crypto asset by ma...

B2BinPay presents v19 update with expanding blockchain support and instant swaps

contributor Posted: February 14, 2024 The world-renowned blockchain platform B2BinPay is always being improved via diligent work. The B2BinPay development team is eager to showcase its improvements to...

Bounce Brand Ushers in Weave6 Token on Its Launchpad: A Leap in Decentralized Auctions

In a significant stride towards enhancing cross-chain asset trading, Bounce Brand, a leading decentralized auction platform, has unveiled its upcoming Launchpad project, spotlighting the Weave6 token ...