Paris Blockchain Week 2024: A Melting Pot of Innovation and Inspiration

Paris Blockchain Week, is gearing up for its 5th edition, scheduled from 8-12 April 2024 at the iconic Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, France. This three-day event promises to be a treasure trove of insights, discussions, and networking opportunities, drawing participants from diverse blockchain and Web3 communities. The event’s agenda is a testament to its […]

Platypus Finance Recoups Majority of Stolen Assets After Exploit

In a significant turn of events, decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol Platypus Finance announced the recovery of 90% of its assets that were siphoned off in a recent security breach. This development comes as a relief to the DeFi community, which has been witnessing a series of attacks on various protocols. On October 12, Platypus Finance, […]

Fed Governor Bowman Expresses Concerns Over U.S. CBDC

The debate surrounding the potential introduction of a U.S. Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) has taken a new turn. U.S. Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman recently voiced her reservations about the U.S. diving into the CBDC arena. Speaking at a Harvard Law School event in Washington, Bowman expressed skepticism about the tangible benefits of a […]

Wirex’s Dual-Mode Card: Bridging Traditional Finance and DeFi

Wirex, a prominent player in the fintech space, has unveiled its latest innovation: the Wirex Dual-Mode Card. This groundbreaking card is set to redefine the boundaries between traditional financial systems and the burgeoning world of decentralized finance (DeFi). The Wirex Dual-Mode Card is designed to offer users unparalleled flexibility. With its dual functionality, users can […]

SK Telecom Ventures into Metaverse with New Digital Currency

South Korea’s telecommunications behemoth, SK Telecom, is delving deeper into the metaverse Ifland, introducing a digital currency to enhance user engagement. SK Telecom, which boasts a clientele of over 30 million, unveiled on Monday, Oct. 16, 2023, the integration of an economic framework into its metaverse platform, Ifland. This new system will be powered by […]

Crypto Fund Inflows Persist Despite Slowing Momentum

The cryptocurrency market has witnessed inflows into investment products for the third consecutive week, albeit at a reduced pace. From October 7 to October 13, the inflow amounted to $15.2 million, a significant drop from the previous week’s $78.4 million. CoinShares analysts highlighted that this figure is 27% below the average for 2023. They pointed […]

Binance Pauses UK Registrations Amid Regulatory Changes

Binance, a global leader in cryptocurrency exchanges, has decided to halt the registration of new users based in the United Kingdom. This decision, effective from Oct. 16, is a direct response to the recent modifications in the UK’s crypto marketing regulations, as outlined by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The FCA, on Oct. 8, introduced […]

Tokenization of Real-World Assets: A New Era in Investment

The tokenization of real-world assets (RWA) is no longer just a buzzword. Over the past year, the sector has witnessed significant growth, with Boston Consulting Group projecting the tokenization of global illiquid assets to reach a staggering $16 trillion by the end of the decade. Recent data indicates that the total value of tokenized RWAs […]