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ConsenSys Picked to Help Develop Phase 2 of Hong Kong's CBDC Project
Blockchain firm ConsenSys has revealed that it has been awarded a cross-border payment network study project by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)
IOTA Foundation Releases Testnet of Fully Decentralized Network Pollen
The IOTA Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on blockchain and open-source development has announced the launch of its testnet of a fully decentralized network, Pollen.
How Can IBM’s Blockchain Network Support $2 Trillion in Product Logistics by 2023?
IBM Blockchain has been around for several years, delivering on blockchain projects for enterprises in areas such as trade finance, securities, payments and supply chain traceability, as well as establishing new platforms for businesses and improving efficiencies in existing industries. Alan Lim, one of the initial members of the IBM Worldwide Blockchain team, heads IBM Blockchain Labs in the Asia Pacific. Lim kicked off his journey in blockchain as he was curious about how blockchain was being used in solving some real-world challenges.
Financial Conduct Authority, on the 2 Key Initiatives to the Era of Open Finance
Following the Part 1 interview of the Financial Conduct Authority, Maha El Dimachki, Head of Payments of the FCA reveals some of her key initiatives in the FCA, including the significance of the second Payment Services Directive (PSD2) among the EU countries and the rationale of the Stronger Customer Authentication. As Co-Chair of Spectrum, the BAME Network Group at the FCA, El Dimachki also provided some advice for women in FinTech!
Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Says Layer 2 Scaling Solution Has ‘Basically’ Succeeded
Ethereum has been seeing an upward trend, and demand may increase further in anticipation of the upcoming ETH 2.0 update expected in Q3 2020. Ethereum is scheduled to undergo a major change of its consensus mechanism, transitioning from proof-of-work (PoW) to proof-of-stake (PoS). Ethereum has been expecting its scaling to occur for some time, and according to Ethereum’s creator, Vitalik Buterin, it could already be happening. Vitalik Buterin recently tweeted that the Ethereum blockchain network’s “layer 2 strategy has basically succeeded.”
2% of Ethereum Supply Is Now Staked in ETH 2.0 Deposit Contract
Amid the notable uptrend it experienced in recent weeks, 2% of Ethereum's total supply is now staked in ETH 2.0 deposit contract.
Ethereum Price Surges as ETH 2.0 Launch Date Announced, $2 Million Ether Locked Up Within 2 Hours
After having suffered a strong dip in the past week, Ethereum managed to gain some bullish momentum and rallied to over the $400 mark.
NexChange Interview Series: Dr. Patrice Poujol, Part 2
“Blockchain technology might not be the ideal system, but might be a conduit for humanity from a fish tank to the ocean.” Dr. Patrice Poujol: The day we came up with our press release, Wesley Snipes said he was launching his 25 million dollar tokenized movie fund. It’s stunning!
Bitfinex Integrates Tether Stablecoin into the OMG Network as Ethereum Network Faces Congestion Issues
Bitfinex cryptocurrency exchange has announced that it has integrated Tether (USDT) into the OMG network. The integration is set to reduce transaction confirmation and fees. The crypto exchange will enable Tether withdrawals and deposits on the OMG network. OMG network, previously known as OmiseGo, is a scaling platform, which enables peer-to-transactions in real-time, a solution that enhances the scalability of the Ethereum network.
Liquid Network: The Platform for the Fastest Bitcoin Transactions?
Samson Mow is an entrepreneur and marketing strategist who is currently serving as the Chief Strategy Officer at Blockstream. In Part 2 of the interview, Samson unmasked the power behind Liquid Network, how Liquid transactions work and c-lightning on Liquid. He also shared the latest initiatives of Blockstream and his personal take of Bitcoin in 2020.