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In a significant stride toward modernizing the securities lending sector, EquiLend has officially launched the pilot phase of its Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) platform, 1Source. Anticipated for full-scale deployment in Q3 2024, this innovative solution, backed by major financial institutions including JP Morgan, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, Barclays, State Street, and UBS, is set   Read more...

In a surprising move, Konami, the well-known gaming company behind popular titles such as Yu-Gi-Oh! and Castlevania, has made its entry into the world of blockchain gaming with the unveiling of “Project Zircon.” This significant development in the ever-evolving gaming industry has generated a wave of curiosity and anticipation, even though many key details remain   Read more...

Global payments company Circle Internet Financial has entered into a strategic partnership with ride-hailing giant Grab to initiate a pilot test of a blockchain-based wallet named the Grab Web3 Wallet. This collaboration represents a significant step in the exploration of Web3, an evolving facet of the Internet characterized by decentralization and blockchain technology. In a   Read more...

Concordium has introduced Web3 ID, a blockchain-native identity platform that offers programmable privacy features for both individuals and organizations. This innovative platform enables digital identity holders to generate Zero-Knowledge-Proofs (ZKPs) for decentralized applications (dApps) and allows dApps to seamlessly request proof of user identity. By doing so, Web3 ID empowers individuals and businesses to take   Read more...

Astar Network, a prominent player in Japan’s web3 landscape, has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative in collaboration with Polygon Labs. Their joint effort introduces the Astar zkEVM, a solution designed to enhance Ethereum’s scalability and pave the way for the next phase of blockchain adoption. Leveraging the Polygon Chain Developer Kit (CDK), this Ethereum Layer-2 (L2)   Read more...

Kasikornbank (KBank), Thailand’s second-largest bank in terms of assets, is making a significant stride into the world of Web3. The bank has introduced the KXVC fund, a strategic initiative aimed at investing in cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), Web3 innovations, and deep tech startups. This development positions KBank at the forefront of the evolving   Read more...

In a groundbreaking move poised to transform the landscape of blockchain development, Horizen, a leading platform with a focus on scalability and interoperability, has announced a strategic partnership with Tatum, a renowned blockchain development platform. This collaboration is aimed at enhancing the EON ecosystem and simplifying the creation of decentralized applications (dapps), marking a significant   Read more...

Enabling Secure Custody Services and Institutional Participation In a significant development, Zodia Custody, a prominent digital asset custodian with the backing of influential shareholders like Standard Chartered, SBI Holdings, and Northern Trust, has unveiled a strategic alliance with Parity Technologies, a software development company deeply committed to creating an inclusive internet. Parity Technologies, with operational   Read more...

Facilitating Financial Institutions’ Access to SWIAT’s Ecosystem SWIAT GmbH, a pioneer in blockchain technology, has embarked on a strategic initiative by welcoming four new validators and strategic partners. This collaborative effort is aimed at streamlining financial institutions’ access to SWIAT’s expansive ecosystem. Introducing the New Collaborators The new collaborators are renowned specialists in the domains   Read more...