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Bastion, Co-Founded by Former a16z Crypto Leaders, Raises $25M to Drive Web3 Adoption
19.9.2023
Crypto startup Bastion has raised $25 million in a funding round led by venture giant Andreessen Horowitz’s crypto arm, a16z crypto.
Also joining the round was several prominent venture capital firms like Nomura’s Laser Digital, Alchemy, Robot Ventures, crypto influencer Packy McCormick’s...
Fully-Insured Crypto Staking Service in the Works by German Finance Leaders
18.9.2023
Boerse Stuttgart Digital, the crypto-focused division of the Stuttgart Stock Exchange, has revealed plans to launch a fully insured cryptocurrency staking service.
Boerse Stuttgart Digital is a subsidiary of the Boerse Stuttgart Group, which calls itself Europe's sixth-largest stock exchange...
Transparency Report Reveals Backing for Paypal’s PYUSD Stablecoin
14.9.2023
Paypal’s stablecoin, PYUSD, has been operational for 38 days. The token’s issuer, Paxos, has issued a transparency report related to the coin’s reserves. Much like many of today’s stablecoin industry leaders, PYUSD is supported by cash reserves and U.S. Treasury reverse...
G20 Leaders strive for a new Global Crypto Reporting System
11.9.2023
The latest G20 Summit has brought news for the crypto domain as well. The top 20 most influential economies are pushing for a global crypto framework. The G20 leaders shared their stance on the subject recently in New Delhi. The leaders are asking for a quick roll-out of a cross-border framework....
G20 Leaders Decide on Swift Implementation of Crypto Asset Reporting Framework
11.9.2023
G20 leaders have called to swiftly implement the Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) while endorsing synthesis paper proposed by IMF and FSB.
The G20 summit held over the weekend under the presidency of India saw a consensus among member nations to adopt a global framework to regulate...
G20 Leaders Endorse FSB Recommendations for Crypto Regulation
11.9.2023
The G20 leaders have released their declaration following their summit in New Delhi. They endorsed the Financial Stability Board’s “high-level recommendations for the regulation, supervision, and oversight of crypto-assets activities and markets and of global stablecoin arrangements” and welcomed...
Duelbits Celebrates the Release of Their All-New Platform With a Rakeback Bonus for the Ages
8.9.2023
In several short years, Duelbits have made a name for themselves in the crypto casino niche, becoming one of the de facto leaders in the sphere. With a firm commitment to innovation, they have made it a point to stand out from the crowd. Recently, they have completely revamped their already sleek...
9 crypto leaders share advice for proof-of-humanity solution builders
7.9.2023
Respect for users’ personal privacy must be top of mind when developing proof-of-humanity identity solutions
B2BinPay v17 Update – the Next Step for Crypto Payment Solutions
7.9.2023
The B2BinPay team has just announced the release of B2BinPay v17, a substantial update that polishes and perfects the crypto payment experience. As one of the industry leaders, B2BinPay has been a global go-to facilitator for crypto transactions. B2BinPay’s crypto solutions are celebrated...
BUSD Falls to Fifth Among Stablecoin Leaders; TUSD and FDUSD Supplies Surge in a 3-Day Span
3.9.2023
The stablecoin landscape witnessed a shifting dynamic this week, with the once fourth-largest stablecoin, binance usd (BUSD), relinquishing its position. This change arises from the crypto asset’s supply dwindling below the 3 billion mark, while in a surprising twist, the stablecoin trueusd...
Web3 and the Financial Sector: Must-Knows for Business Leaders
30.8.2023
Blockchain tech company Paxos published a blog post on Tuesday illustrating how Web3 can empower enterprises in the financial sector, and kickstart a “new era” of digital sovereignty.
“Web3” is a loose term for capturing the oncoming third generation of the internet, which combines...
Expleo recognizes leaders & financial institutions driving digital transformation in the Philippines
29.8.2023
While the country’s financial services sector is pacing to incorporate technology innovations in its core infrastructure, its massive unbanked population (71%) now has a better chance at wealth management. Driven by digitalization, a favorable regulatory framework, and steady modernization...
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres Calls for Reform of ‘Outdated, Dysfunctional, and Unfair’ Global Financial Architecture
28.8.2023
Antonio Guterres, Secretary General of the United Nations (U.N.), has noted changes that need to happen with today’s financial institutions to fit into the current multilateral world. During the recent BRICS leaders summit, Guterres said that the current “outdated, dysfunctional,...
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro Calls for De-Dollarization of the Global Economy
28.8.2023
Nicolas Maduro, the president of Venezuela, has called to de-dollarize the global economy due to the difficulties the current system brings to emerging countries affected by U.S. sanctions. In a message directed to the BRICS leaders, Maduro called to establish alternative settlement systems using...
Oil Giants Joining BRICS a Strategic Success for China and Russia, Expert Says
28.8.2023
A German expert says that the BRICS economic bloc adding several oil giants as new members “is a strategic success for China and Russia.” The BRICS leaders announced at their annual summit last week that they have invited Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Iran, Argentina, Egypt, and Ethiopia to join as...
BRICS Leaders Declare Importance of Using Local Currencies in International Trade
25.8.2023
The BRICS leaders stress “the importance of encouraging the use of local currencies in international trade and financial transactions” in their declaration released at the conclusion of their 15th annual summit. In addition, the BRICS nations have tasked their finance ministers and central...
BRICS Invites 6 Countries to Join, Including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Iran
25.8.2023
The BRICS economic bloc has invited six countries to become new members: Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. The BRICS leaders wrapped up their 15th annual summit on Thursday. “We have reached agreement on the guiding principles, standards, criteria,...
Russian President Putin to BRICS Leaders: Irreversible Process of De-Dollarization Gaining Steam
24.8.2023
Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the BRICS summit that “A balanced, irreversible process of de-dollarization of our economic ties is gaining steam.” The Russian leader stressed: “We oppose hegemonies of any kind and the exceptional status that some countries aspire to, as well as the...
DT 100: Saudi Arabia’s top 100 visionary leaders driving digital transformation
18.8.2023
Exito Media Concepts proudly presents DT 100, a momentous initiative set to applaud the extraordinary accomplishments of Saudi Arabia’s technology leaders. This prestigious program is designed to honor exceptional individuals who have spearheaded groundbreaking advancements in technology...
Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin Advancing China-Russia Strategic Partnership, Says Chinese Official
16.8.2023
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin “will continue to advance the China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership,” according to China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The two leaders are set to participate in next week’s BRICS summit. Xi and Putin Advancing...