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Mark Karpeles, the former CEO of the infamous Mt. Gox exchange, is set to launch a new cryptocurrency exchange named Ellipx later this month. Based in Poland, Ellipx aims to prioritize transparency and compliance with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. The platform will initially operate as a crypto-only exchange, with plans to … Read more
Polygon has officially upgraded from MATIC to POL as its network token, marking a significant milestone in its evolution. This community-driven upgrade, effective from September 4, 2024, transitions POL to be the native gas and staking token for the Polygon proof-of-stake network. Users holding MATIC on Ethereum can seamlessly migrate to POL through the Polygon … Read more
Tether and Mahidol University International College (MUIC), a prestigious institution in Thailand known for its diverse and international academic programs, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to integrate stablecoin, blockchain, and peer-to-peer (P2P) technology into MUIC’s curriculum. This collaboration will feature workshops, guest lectures, and research projects aimed at enhancing finance education and fostering … Read more
Samsung Next has announced its investment in Startale Labs, a company at the forefront of the Web3 ecosystem. This partnership aims to address the limitations of centralized systems by providing essential tools and infrastructure for decentralized applications (dapps) and smart contracts. Startale Labs, known for its innovative solutions like the Astar Network and Soneium, is … Read more
Yonsei University in South Korea has joined Ripple’s University Blockchain Research Initiative (UBRI), becoming the 58th global partner and the 12th in the Asia Pacific region. This partnership aims to drive innovation in blockchain research across various disciplines, including artificial intelligence, finance, information systems, and management. Supported by Ripple’s funding and resources, Yonsei University will … Read more
Changenow has announced a strategic partnership with Zano Project, integrating the $ZANO cryptocurrency into its platform. This collaboration aims to expand the variety of digital assets available for exchange on Changenow, providing users with more options for seamless and secure transactions. Changenow is a non-custodial cryptocurrency exchange known for its fast, unlimited cross-chain swaps of … Read more
Dash has officially launched its Evolution platform, marking the biggest release in the cryptocurrency’s history. The Evolution chain is now live, producing blocks, executing data contracts, and sending files to decentralized storage. This platform, which began as a vision for blockchain-level usernames and contact lists in 2015, has evolved into a comprehensive decentralized application platform. … Read more
A recent TRM Labs report reveals that crypto ATMs have processed at least $160 million in illicit transactions since 2019, with 2023 alone seeing over $30 million directed to known scam addresses. The rate of illicit activity at crypto ATMs is double that of the overall crypto industry, standing at 1.2% of total volume. Global … Read more
In a recent New York Times opinion piece, Nobel laureate Paul Krugman criticized the cryptocurrency industry’s significant influence in campaign finance, likening it to the tale of the emperor’s new clothes. Krugman argued that cryptocurrencies have limited legitimate uses and are often associated with criminal activities. He highlighted the industry’s massive political spending, which accounts … Read more
Decideai, a Web3 company focused on creating artificial intelligence (AI)-based large language models (LLMs), has deployed its GPT-2 LLM fully onchain via the Internet Computer (ICP) blockchain. This development leverages ICP’s capabilities to support complex, compute-intensive applications, allowing Web3 developers to build, train, and improve specialized LLMs. The project aims to enhance AI training and … Read more
