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Binance Converts $1 Billion BUSD Into Bitcoin, BNB, and Ethereum
13.3.2023
On Monday, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, also known as CZ, announced that the company had decided to convert $1 billion worth of BUSD from the Industry Recovery Initiative fund into three different cryptocurrencies. Zhao noted that significant onchain movements would be noticeable following...
Binance Suddenly Converts $1 Billion From Industry Recovery Initiative to Bitcoin, Ether, BNB – Here's Why
13.3.2023
Binance has confirmed plans to convert $1 billion worth of Binance USD (BUSD) from its Industry Recovery Initiative to native crypto assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and BNB.
In a Monday tweet, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao said the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange plans to convert...
Latam Countries Prepare Regional Agreement to Counter Rampant Inflation
4.3.2023
A group of countries in Latam is preparing a regional agreement to address inflation, a problem common to most nations in the region. The initiative, which is being spearheaded by Mexican president Andres Lopez Obrador, would allow the exchange of products with high prices between the states...
MCV x Polygon: An initiative to serve low-income groups
3.3.2023
A section of the population has been unbanked by several ventures, but that is about to change, courtesy of the partnership between Polygon Labs and Mercy Corps Ventures. Both have announced the leverage of innovative blockchain solutions to empower those who are categorized under low-income...
Report: South African Startup Momint Seeks to Boost Electricity Generation Using Blockchain-Based Solution
21.2.2023
Using a solution that is based on blockchain technology, the South African startup Momint has said the recently launched Suncash initiative aims to ease the country’s power generation challenges. For about $9, investors can reportedly buy non-fungible tokens (NFTs) linked to solar cells which...
Abu Dhabi Starts $2B Initiative to Back Web3 Startups
15.2.2023
The Hub71 + Digital Assets ecosystem will also back companies focusing on blockchain technologies
UAE Launches ‘Financial Infrastructure Transformation’ Program; CBDC Among 9 Key Objectives
14.2.2023
On Feb. 12, 2023, the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) announced the launch of a new initiative called the “Financial Infrastructure Transformation Program,” which has nine key objectives. One of these objectives is the research and development of a central bank digital...
Amazon to Enter the Crypto NFT Market with Gaming Initiative – Here’s What You Need to Know
27.1.2023
Amazon reportedly aims to dabble into NFTs and Web3 gaming with an upcoming initiative related to digital assets.
The world’s largest retailer is planning to launch a “digital assets enterprise” focused on non-fungible tokens and Web3 gaming this spring, Blockworks reported Thursday, citing four...
Russia Mulls Gold-backed Stablecoin, Lawmaker Confirms After Iran Visit
27.1.2023
Russia may issue a stablecoin backed by gold to use in international settlements, a high-ranking member of the Russian parliament has admitted. The matter has been discussed during a recent visit to Iran where officials have also signaled interest in such an initiative. Iran and Russia Talk...
Indian Government Launches Blockchain Initiative With 5ire, Network Capital
23.1.2023
The Indian Government's apex public policy think tank, NITI Aayog, has launched a blockchain module in partnership with 5ire, a blockchain focused company, and Network Capital, a mentorship and career exploration platform
Spain's central bank approves euro-linked token pilot as part of sandbox initiative: Report
18.1.2023
To use the tokens, users will need to verify their identity through phone and video identification, and load their wallet with real euros
Shanghai Metaverse Pilot Introduces Digital Services in 20 Urban Locations
18.1.2023
The city of Shanghai is bringing metaverse activities to 20 urban locations, that will allow citizens to use digital tools in different ways according to the area. The initiative is part of a pilot program of the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Economy and Informatization to push more metaverse...
MetaGreen on Sandbox: Regal Hotel’s newly launched green initiative to raise sustainability awareness
12.1.2023
Regal Hotels Group goes ahead and carries out the launching of its MetaGreen on The Sandbox. The prime aim and intention behind this happen to be the creation of further awareness regarding the important issue of sustainability, along with the building of a variety of green ecosystems. The entire...
Constellation network’s fractional soft node staking initiative is live
2.1.2023
As reported by reliable sources, thankfully, $DAG holders have some great breaking news. Putting it simply, if all goes well, $DAG holders will, by long odds, have the opportunity to stake their $DAG on a monthly basis; however, they will be able to do so in the first three days of a month....
Binance Launches Blockchain Education Program in Kazakhstan
22.12.2022
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is behind an initiative to qualify university students in Kazakhstan to work in the industry. Under an agreement with the government, the blockchain course will be added to the curricula of higher education institutions across the country. Binance Exchange to Help...
Binance Launches Billion-Dollar Crypto Industry Recovery Fund to Restore Confidence After FTX Meltdown
25.11.2022
Binance has committed $1 billion to a crypto industry recovery initiative to restore confidence following the collapse of crypto exchange FTX. Several other crypto companies have joined Binance’s efforts and committed capital for the recovery fund. Crypto Industry Recovery Initiative Launched...
Binance says its Industry Recovery Initiative has 7 enrollees, 150 applicants
24.11.2022
The initiative was announced Nov. 24 by CEO Chengpang Zhao (CZ) as an effort to “protecting consumers and rebuilding the industry.”
Bank of Russia Sets Out to Regulate Digital Asset Taxation, Exchange, Still Opposed to Crypto
13.11.2022
The Central Bank of Russia supports the development of digital financial assets but remains opposed to legalizing crypto payments, its top management has reiterated. The monetary authority is now working on a set of regulatory proposals that will be submitted to parliament by the end of the year....
Bitgo Reveals Wrapped Dogecoin Token Built on Ethereum
6.11.2022
On Nov. 2, 2022, the digital asset custody business and financial services provider Bitgo introduced a wrapped version of the meme coin asset dogecoin built on top of the Ethereum blockchain. The company detailed the wrapped dogecoin initiative, the Wdoge DAO, is through a partnership between...
Visa Warms Up Fans With NFT Auction Ahead of Soccer World Cup in Qatar
1.11.2022
Financial services giant Visa has set out to activate soccer fans for the upcoming World Cup Qatar 2022 with a non-fungible token (NFT) initiative. FIFA’s payment partner has teamed up with the governing body’s crypto sponsor to celebrate the planet’s most popular sport, art and technology. Visa...