Israel-Hamas conflict creates recruitment challenges for blockchain industry
Increased emigration from Israel has led to fears of a brain drain. Go to Source
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SEC Ramps up Crypto Oversight With New Examination Priorities for 2025
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is ramping up its scrutiny of crypto assets in 2025, intensifying examinations of firms involved in offering, trading, and advising on these assets. The agency will focus on how these assets are handled as securities, ensuring compliance with standards and assessing technological risks tied to blockchain. SEC Increases … Read more
Independence Day director creating TV series based on Web3 game
The show, which is based on the “Space Nation” game, plans to use non-traditional distribution channels such as second-window broadcasts for streamers. Go to Source
Kraken Set to Dive Into Blockchain Waters With Its Own Chain, ‘Ink’
Kraken is setting its sights on launching its own blockchain next year, much like Coinbase’s Base chain, according to a report from Bloomberg’s Olga Kharif. The new network, which is focused on decentralized finance (defi), is expected to release a testnet later this year. Reportedly named “Ink,” the blockchain is slated to be ready for … Read more
Coinbase-backed Base to improve decentralization with fault proofs
Base will implement fault proofs on the mainnet twice as fast as Optimism, which took about six months to upgrade the system from testnet to mainnet. Go to Source
Vietnam Unveils Ambitious Strategy to Become Regional Blockchain Hub
The Vietnamese government has unveiled a strategy to make Vietnam a leader in blockchain technology in Southeast Asia. The strategy includes building blockchain brands, establishing testing centers, and developing human resources. The government aims to achieve these goals through a five-step action plan, which includes legal reforms, ecosystem development, and international collaboration. Boosting Vietnam’s Blockchain … Read more
6 ‘fat-finger’ mistakes that hit crypto holders in the wallet
Fat finger errors prove that crypto is still vulnerable to simple human mistakes. Go to Source
‘If not self-custody, then why crypto?’ — Ledger CEO
Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier told Cointelegraph that hardware wallets need to evolve because “crypto never sleeps.” Go to Source
Revving Up Innovation: Zanzibar Introduces Blockchain Sandbox Program
The Zanzibar government has introduced a blockchain sandbox program to encourage entrepreneurship and technological advancements. The program, powered by the Xinfin XDC network and designed by Ledgerfi IT solutions, allows startups to safely test their blockchain-based solutions within the National Blockchain Network. Zanzibar’s sandbox follows a similar initiative in Tanzania, which aims to streamline regulations … Read more
Japanese Entertainment Giant’s Crypto Arm in Partnerships to Support Web3 Economy
Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Crypto has secured Neoclassic Capital, a Florida-based global investment firm, as its lead investor. DMM Crypto also partnered with Presto, a quantitative trading company. The investments will support DMM Crypto’s Seamoon Protocol, which aims to create a Web3 economic hub for businesses and creators. Bringing DMM Group’s IP Development Capabilities to … Read more