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Are Blockchain and Tokenization the Holy Grail in Eradicating Wealth Inequality?
Blockchain and tokenization could prove to be ideal in fighting the wealth inequality challenge as they can break the vicious cycle of wealth inequality by prompting ownership of high-performing asset classes. This will enable any person to invest and partially own lucrative assets, such as commercial real estate.
Embracing Open Source: A Key to Equitable Technological Advancement
Open source technology could be the solution to power imbalances and inequality in tech access, ensuring broader participation and transparency, according to insights from Vitalik Buterin.
Surge in Generative AI Adoption Across Sectors: Balancing Innovation and Risks
Recent surveys highlight a significant increase in generative AI adoption in public and private sectors, driven by its potential for innovation and productivity. However, concerns over governance, risk management, and economic inequality emphasize the need for responsible and ethical use.
IMF Warns of AI's Impact on Global Job Market: 40% Positions at Risk
The IMF warns that AI could impact 40% of global jobs, rising to 60% in advanced economies. This trend may exacerbate income inequality, with younger workers adapting more easily than older ones. The IMF urges comprehensive safety nets and retraining programs to mitigate the effects.
Bitcoin is a Good Long-Term and "Plan B" Investment for Black Investors, says KRBE Digital Assets Group Co-Founder
Isaiah Jackson, the author of “Bitcoin & Black America”, described cryptocurrency as a way to address income inequality in society.
Facebook’s Libra Likened to 2008 Subprime Mortgage Fiasco
Senator Brown compared Facebook's Libra to the subprime mortgage scenario. His sentiments show the divided debate facing the Libra project.
What Are The Key Takeaways from Block Live Asia?
What Are The Key Takeaways from Block Live Asia? The Block Live Asia in Singapore was a great success! Held in Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre 18 – 19 April, the event gathered over hundreds of crypto professionals on the latest blockchain development and the emergence of initial exchange offerings (IEO).
Ghana Confirms Its Interest in Piloting Central Bank Digital Currency
Ghana has confirmed that it is on the hunt for a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). The Bank of Ghana’s deputy governor, Dr. Maxwell Opoku-Afari, recently revealed that the country’s central bank remains committed to piloting a national digital currency. He made such remarks during a virtual stakeholder workshop on payment systems and services as reported by GhanaWeb local news outlet.
Kiss' Gene Simmons and Winklevoss Discuss Bitcoin and Crypto for the Unbanked
Gene Simmons backs cryptocurrency assets and leverages Bitcoin to diversify his investment portfolio.
GameStop, Dogecoin and Crypto: Making Sense of The Wild Current Financial News
I have been watching the exploits of the rag-tag group of Reddit traders who have upended Wall Street's status quo. As an investor, the absurdity of both Wall Street and Reddit is apparent. I will continue to support open and decentralized platforms like Bitcoin. Here is my take on where we go from here.
Business of Design Week 2020 Summit Concludes First Hybrid Live Edition Captures Trends Redefined by World’s Top Creative Minds for the Post-pandemic Era
Business of Design Week (BODW), Asia’s annual flagship event on design, innovation and brands held its 2020 edition from 30 November to 5 December.
InvestHK’s first virtual StartmeupHK Festival intrigues, surprises and succeeds
Hong Kong’s annual StartmeupHK Festival, the startup showpiece organised by Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK), ended July 10 after a record-breaking week that more than lived up to a common underlying theme apparent in each of the sector events and activities: innovation and problem solving as the driving force for startups.
Women in Blockchain: Alisa Berezutska of Krypton Events
The Next Block Asia held in Bangkok was a huge success in June 2019. Organized by Krypton Events, Next Block 2.0 will be back in Bangkok on Dec. 3, gathering blockchain leaders to discuss affiliate marketing in the age of crypto. We caught up with Alisa Berezutska, CEO of Krypton Events on her blockchain journey and shared with us her personal take on “Women in Blockchain”.