Blockchain is a system for storing information in such a way that it is difficult or impossible to edit, hack, or trick the system. A blockchain is essentially a digital ledger of transactions that is replicated and distributed across the blockchain’s complete network of computer systems.
Malaysia has appointed Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder and former CEO of Binance, to lead a comprehensive overhaul of its blockchain finance sector. This initiative aims to integrate blockchain technology into the country's financial systems, enhance efficiency, and foster innovation. The announcement, made by the Ministry of Finance earlier today ...
Whale IO, a leading player in blockchain gaming, has officially launched Season 2 of its Battlepass, introducing a fresh set of epic rewards and gameplay features aimed at boosting user engagement. The new Battlepass season went live on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, and brings a range of in-game incentives for ...
Auradine, a prominent blockchain and AI infrastructure solutions provider, has successfully raised $153 million in a Series C funding round. This substantial capital injection will fuel the company's mission to develop secure and energy-efficient technologies that support the growing demands of blockchain and artificial intelligence applications. The funding round reportedly ...
Sony’s Soneium Layer 2 blockchain has achieved a major breakthrough in transaction speed, reducing its finality time by over 98%. This leap follows a new partnership between Astar, AltLayer, and EigenLayer, who have launched a “Fast Finality Layer” for Soneium. Finality is a key concept in blockchain, marking the point ...
New York State Assemblyman Clyde Vanel has introduced Assembly Bill AA7716, which urges the State Board of Elections to explore blockchain technology to protect voters' data and ensure the integrity of election results. The proposed bill aims to assess how blockchain can improve transparency and security within the electoral process. ...
Financial Secretary Paul Chan reaffirmed Hong Kong’s ambition to become a global hub for blockchain and digital assets during the Hong Kong Web3 Festival. He underscored the need for a balanced regulatory approach to bridge traditional finance with the emerging digital economy. Speaking to a packed audience of industry leaders, ...
Zone CEO and co-founder Obi Emetarom has unveiled a groundbreaking whitepaper proposing a transformative framework for the global financial sector through Regulated Blockchain Infrastructure. Titled "Regulated Blockchain: Infrastructure for Regulated DeFi - Foundation for a Golden Age in Finance," the whitepaper outlines how blockchain technology can enhance financial services while ...
Global cryptocurrency exchange XT.COM has announced the listing of OPT, the native utility token of the Layer 1 Optio Blockchain. The listing comes when global interest in decentralized technology surges, positioning OPT to attract a broader audience. According to XT.COM, the listing offers secure trading backed by advanced cybersecurity protocols, ...
Marina Abramović, the renowned Serbian performance artist, has partnered with digital marketplace TAEX to launch an NFT project called Marina Abramović Element (MAE). This project, which follows her first web3 venture in 2021, will run from May to September 2025 and feature three NFT drops highlighting her artistic legacy, according ...
Bybit has invested $1 million in EthicHub through the Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA), reinforcing its commitment to using blockchain for social impact. This investment establishes the "Bybit Pool," a dedicated fund within EthicHub’s ecosystem to provide ethical credit lines and alternative financing to smallholder coffee farmers who have long ...
