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Fan Token Issuing Startup Socios.com Receives Italian Regulatory License
The sports-based fan token market has surpassed $440 million since football fans' blockchain app Socios.com announced it has received regulatory approval from the Italian government, up 97% from the previous month.
Former US Treasurer Joins Ripple Board
Rosa Rosie Gumataotao Rios, the 43rd US Treasurer, is joining the Ripple Board amid the ongoing court duel with the SEC
Solana to Replace Ethereum in Blockchain Gaming, Paradox Studios Founder Says
Compared to Ethereum’s Solidity language when developing play-to-earn (P2E) games, the ease of use of Solana’s building language- Rust will give Solana a competitive edge, according to AmioTalio.
SL Benfica to Launch Fan Tokens through Partnership with Socios.com
SL Benfica is on track to launch its fan tokens as it has inked a very promising partnership with blockchain startup Socios.com.
Yuga Labs Acquires Roar Studios to Expand Metaverse Vision
Yuga Labs, known for Bored Ape Yacht Club, has agreed to acquire Roar Studios, enhancing its metaverse vision.
GitHub Cuts iOS App Testing Time by 60% with New Runner Features
GitHub significantly reduces iOS app testing time using Apple Silicon runners.
Chiliz (CHZ): Italy and Argentina Launch Exclusive Digital Collectibles to Celebrate Championship Legacies
Italy and Argentina unveil digital collectibles to celebrate their championship legacies.
Startups Leverage AI to Revolutionize Bioscience, Skin Care, and More
Startups worldwide are using AI to create groundbreaking tools in bioscience, health care, and skin care, according to Microsoft.
IOSCO to Consult on Crypto Regulation
The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) plans to launch a consultation for its crypto asset regulation report in Q2 2023. The final recommendations are expected to be published by the end of 2023, with separate workflows dedicated to crypto assets and decentralized finance.
Argentina's fan token drops 31% after losing against Saudi Arabia
Argentina's World Cup opener loss to Saudi Arabia hurt the FA Fan Token. ARG token was $7.21 before kickoff and $4.96 after. "The Saudis," a nonfungible token collection themed after Saudi Arabia, rose 52.6% to 0.3 ETH. Algorand is the first blockchain-based FIFA World Cup sponsor. CHZ has fallen 40% since FTX's insolvency news.
Critical Security Vulnerability in OKX iOS App: CertiK's Urgent Update Advisory
CertiK issued a high-priority alert for OKX iOS app users, urging an immediate update due to a discovered critical RCE vulnerability that poses a serious threat to data and asset security.
IOSCO Releases Landmark Policy Recommendations for Crypto and Digital Asset Markets
The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO), a leading international body of securities regulators, recently published an influential report titled 'Policy Recommendations for Crypto and Digital Asset Markets Consultation Report.'
Messi Accepts PSG tokens for Partial Payment after joining Paris Saint-Germain Soccer Club
Lionel Messi, a football superstar from Argentina, signed a new contract with the Paris Saint-Germain team (PSG). His remuneration will be partly paid by cryptocurrency PSG tokens.
Nike Acquires NFT Sneaker Collectibles Startup RTFKT
NFT platform RTFKT Studios, which integrates reality into fashion and games, announced on its official Twitter account on December 13 that it has been successfully acquired by sports brand giant Nike.
Bitcoin of America indicted for operating unlicensed kiosks
Bitcoin of America, a Bitcoin technology firm, along with three of its executives, has been indicted for allegedly operating more than 50 unlicensed crypto kiosks in Ohio that knowingly benefited from victims of cryptocurrency scams. The firm is facing charges of money laundering, conspiracy, and other crimes connected to the operation of the kiosks, which authorities believe have been operating and evading regulatory safeguards and financial compliance requirements since 2018.
German Bundesliga Features in Blockchain Fantasy Football Platform Sorare
Sorare, an Ethereum-backed fantasy football platform has announced its latest partnership with the top two leagues in Germany, the top-flight Bundesliga, and Bundesliga 2 DE.
Polygon Launches New Division Polygon Studios, Focusing on Blockchain Games and NFT Fields
Ethereum layer 2 scaling solution Polygon today announced establishing a new division, Polygon Studios, to focus on blockchain games and non-fungible tokens (NFTs).
Playful Studios Launches Web3 Game Division, Raises $46M in Series A Funding
The Wildcard Alliance, Inc., a new mobile Web3 division launched by Taxes-based Playful Studios, is an ecosystem that focuses on democratizing access to web3 game development.
Symbiosis Integrates zkSync to Enhance Token Swaps
Cross-chain DEX Symbiosis has integrated zkSync, a layer-2 scaling protocol, to improve the speed and reduce fees of token swaps on its platform. The integration allows any-to-any native asset swaps and removes the need for users to switch between different wallets and interfaces.
1inch Launches Wallet on Apple iOS App Store
1inch, a decentralized exchange aggregator operating on both Ethereum and Binance Smart Chain, launched its wallets on Apple iOS this Tuesday.
Hong Kong Sees Stable Number of Crypto Kiosks, but Popularity Remains Questionable
In Asia, Hong Kong has a stable number of cryptocurrency kiosks, which are also called automated teller machines (ATMs). However, their popularity remains questionable.
Tiger Global on a Mission to Raise $6B Tech-Related Fund
Tiger Global Management is on a mission to raise a humongous sum of $6 billion for a new investment fund that invests in privately-held tech firms, according to Axios.
Blockchain Gaming N3TWORK Studios Secures $46M in Series A Funding
Blockchain gaming startup N3TWORK Studios has secured $46 million in Series A funding led by venture capital firm Griffin Gaming Partners.
How Apple Will Advance in Generative AI in 2024
Apple's 2024 agenda includes the launch of Vision Pro, advancements in generative AI with iOS 18, and integrating AI across its ecosystem. Emphasizing thoughtful AI integration, Apple navigates generative AI's potential while maintaining its privacy-focused approach.
Mastering Aspect Ratios in Midjourney: A Comprehensive Guide to Enhancing Image Composition and Aesthetics
Midjourney, an AI image generation tool, uses the aspect ratio parameter to control the width-to-height ratio of generated images. This ratio determines the image's shape and composition, impacting its aesthetic appeal and perceived size, affecting its overall presentation.
Crypto Bank Anchorage Digital To Make Entry into Asia
Crypto Bank Anchorage Digital is making an entry into Asia with five new partnerships, including crypto exchange Bitkub, asset management firm Dream Trade, blockchain investment firm FBG Capital, venture firm IOSG Ventures and digital assets financial services provider Antalpha.
Coinme Introduces 6 Additional Crypto Instant Trading by Cash
Besides Bitcoin, users can purchase Chainlink, Dogecoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Lumens, and Polygon at Coinme-enabled kiosks.
Atlético Madrid, AS Roma and OG Crypto Fan Token Prices Plunge Following Binance Listing
Champion Esports team OG (OG), Atlético Madrid (ATM) and AS Roma (ASR) crypto fan token prices have begun to plunge immediately after being listed on Binance.
Lionel Messi Signs $20m Deal with Crypto Fan Token Firm Socios
Argentinian football superstar Lionel Messi has signed a $20 million deal with crypto fan token firm Socios, according to Reuters.
Charles Hoskinson Introduces “Multisig Pledging” to Level the Playing Field for Small Cardano Stake Pools
Charles Hoskinson recently revealed details about the current development state of Cardano’s different eras, including Shelley, Goguen, Basho and Voltaire.
Indian film studio Zee Studios has Partnered with Nftically to Launch the First NFT Drop on Polygon Blockchain
Indian film studio Zee Studios announced that it has partnered with the Software as a Service (SaaS) platform Nftically to launch its first-ever NFT drop on Polygon blockchain.
Marvel Studios Launches First NFT collectibles Featuring Captain America
Marvel Studios has launched its first collection of Captain America NFT Collectibles.
Changelly Launches New App for Cryptocurrency Swapping
Changelly, a leading in cryptocurrency swaps has released a new app for both Android and iOS users.
Coinbase Censored By Apple
Some features within the Coinbase app have been restricted for IOS users, sparking further discontent about the ‘pay-to-play’ model adopted by Apple.
IOTA Creates Payment System Compatible With Any App or Game
A developer has revealed that IOTA, a distributed ledger protocol created by the IOTA Foundation, has been integrated into a payment system, which can be utilized in any app or game. Expressly, it functions seamlessly on all platforms, cush as Xbox one, WebAbb, Windows, Android, Playstation 4, Linux, and iOS, among others.
Coinbase Wallet Takes a Step Further by Letting Users Earn Interest with New DeFi Integration
Coinbase’s mobile app Coinbase Wallet has previously enabled the access of decentralized applications, Dapps, the crypto giant has taken one step further in the decentralized world. Coinbase has recently announced that the integration of decentralized finance (DeFi) applications will be made available directly via the Coinbase Wallet on both iOS and Android.
Telegram to Launch TON Network Later This Month
Telegram Open Network (TON) announced that the original investors had been informed that the blockchain network would launch in late October.
Binance Now Accepts Fiat Payments Through Alipay and WeChat
In light of advancing the company's market outreach, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao confirmed on the 9th of October in a tweet that Binance now accepts Fiat payment through Alipay and WeChat.
Alipay Officially Bans All Bitcoin-Related Transactions
Alipay, one of the most popular digital payment systems under China’s Alibaba group, officially stated that it would be banning all payment transactions related to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
Bitcoin Association Bestows First-Ever Satoshi Nakamoto Scholarship to PhD Student
Bitcoin Association, a leading global organization for Bitcoin business, has revealed its first-ever Satoshi Nakamoto Scholarship to a 2nd year Cambridge University Phd student undertaking human genomics. Robin Kohze is the beneficiary of the scholarship after he successfully took part in a series of blockchain competitions, whereby he emerged second at Bitcoin Association’s 2nd Bitcoin SV Hackathon.
Apple Demands that Telegram Block Channels Officiated by Belarus Protestors
Apple tech giant has told cloud-based messaging service Telegram to shut down three channels related to the Belarus political protests.
UK Fintech Firm Mode Launches Bitcoin Banking App Enhancing Mass Consumer Accessibility
London-based fintech company Mode has announced that it has unveiled its Bitcoin banking app to advance user experience.
FTX Exchange Acquires Blockfolio for $150M, Sixth-Largest Crypto Acquisition in History
FTX cryptocurrency exchange is now expanding its retail aspirations by acquiring the top crypto app, Blockfolio for $150 million.