The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has moved into Phase 2 of its e-HKD pilot program, expanding its exploration into tokenized deposits and e-HKD. With 11 groups of firms selected, the initiative delves into practical applications such as offline payments and asset settlement. The creation of an industry forum aims to solve potential challenges while […]
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 […]
Ark Labs has secured $ 2.5 million in pre-seed funding led by Tim Draper, aimed at advancing the Ark protocol for simplifying bitcoin payments. This funding will help Ark Labs enhance their user-friendly, non-custodial payment system, making bitcoin more accessible for global commerce. Ark Labs Raises $ 2.5M to Simplify Bitcoin Payments Ark …
SBI Digital Community Co. Ltd. has partnered with Ripple Labs Inc. to promote the use of the XRP Ledger in the Web3 space. The partnership will also involve issuing non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on the XRP Ledger and rewarding creators in XRP, aiming to enhance consumer experiences and make Web3 technologies more accessible. SBI Digital Community […]
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a new law to establish experimental legal frameworks to advance digital technologies, particularly cryptocurrencies, in international trade. The legislation allows for the modification of laws to facilitate cryptocurrency transactions, including cross-border trade, and grants the Bank of Russia oversight of pilot projects related to digital currencies. Putin Signs Law […]