Chainlink has announced a strategic partnership with Fidelity International and Sygnum to integrate Net Asset Value (NAV) data onto blockchain platforms, marking a significant milestone in asset tokenization. This collaboration aims to improve transparency and accessibility for Sygnum’s recent on-chain issuance of Fidelity International’s USD 6.9 billion Institutional Liquidity Fund. Sygnum, a digital asset banking […]
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NFTs and blockchain bridge Ethiopia’s past and present in new art exhibition
America’s first major institutional exhibition of Ethiopian art throughout the ages will conclude its year-long tour at the Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) with a grand finale featuring non-fungible tokens (NFTs). In June, TMA announced that the blockchain-based Ethiopian art collective Yatreda will be their second digital artist in residence, following the Nigerian-based non-fungible token (NFT) […]
Dfinity provides blockchain platform to UNDP trusted credentials framework
The United Nations Development Program has teamed up with the Dfinity Foundation to enhance the trust and dependability of the Universal Trusted Credentials (UTC) initiative for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The system will leverage decentralized computing and digital identity to provide access to secure domestic financing and international trade financing. The partnership focuses on the […]
How Microsoft embraced blockchain
Microsoft’s embrace of blockchain technology may seem unsurprising today, but just a decade ago, it was a far-fetched idea. Roundtable anchor Rob Nelson recently sat down with Yorke Rhodes, who leads the blockchain practice at Microsoft, to discuss this. Microsoft’s Rhodes explained his decision to dive into the blockchain space after rejoining Microsoft in 2014. […]
Bitcoin vs Ethereum: A Battle of Titans for Blockchain Revenues
The race for revenue in the crypto universe is intensifying, with Ethereum taking a considerable lead over its historical rival, Bitcoin. Ether generated $2.728 billion, while BTC followed with $1.302 billion, illustrating a new dynamic in the blockchain ecosystem. Ethereum dominates the Blockchain revenue landscape The Ethereum blockchain has established itself as the undisputed leader […]
$207 Million Invested in AI, Crypto and Blockchain Startups in 96 Hours
Based on data from the past four days, 14 distinct artificial intelligence (AI), cryptocurrency and blockchain startups and projects secured approximately $207.28 million in investor funding. The leading entity for July is Sentient, an open-source AI platform, which garnered $85 million from Founders Fund, Framework Ventures, and Pantera Capital. Four-Day Funding Frenzy In the initial […]
Bittensor Blockchain Placed in ‘Safe Mode’ Following Multi-Million Dollar Wallet Drains
According to reports, the Bittensor (TAO) blockchain was paused due to the depletion of funds from several wallets. The final block was processed 14 hours ago, and the network is now in safe mode, as stated by the Opentensor Foundation. TAO Network Paused for 14 Hours Due to Massive Wallet Thefts At 9:47 p.m. EDT […]
How a crypto-native marketplace integrates blockchain and real-world insurance
While tokenization holds significant potential to transform insurance and investments in real-world assets, Nayms is working to ensure this transformation is safe, efficient and inclusive. Often viewed as outdated and cumbersome, the insurance industry has made strides in adopting data analytics over the past decade, significantly reducing claims processing times. Technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) […]
EVE Online makers eyeing open source and blockchain tech for longevity
CCP Games CEO Hilmar Veigar Pétursson recently spoke with GamesIndustry at length about the studio’s future, which will include making EVE Online’s Carbon Development Platform into an open-source property. Elements of the CDP will feature blockchain technology. While just a few years ago it seemed many studios would embrace the technology despite its controversy, many have backed away following waning public interest in favor of […]
$500M in Dubai Real Estate Will Soon Be Tokenized on Blockchain
Blockchain technology’s integration into various industries is accelerating, and real estate is no exception. Developers are recognizing the potential of tokenizing real estate as Real World Assets (RWAs) on the chain. Most recently, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken the lead in this space with a new deal to tokenize $500 million worth of […]