East Asia’s cryptocurrency market is experiencing significant growth, driven by institutional adoption in South Korea and Hong Kong, according to a report by blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis. South Korea leads with $ 130 billion in on-chain value, while Hong Kong emerges as a major hub due to its unique regulatory framework. Both regions reflect …
Stablecoin issuer Tether has announced a $ 3 million strategic investment in the Kem app, a platform for money transfers and financial management. This collaboration aims to introduce USDT on Kem’s platform, promoting widespread adoption in the Middle East and enhancing financial inclusion. The investment is expected to improve economic conditions in countries like …
Climate scientists in East Africa are integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into traditional weather forecasting methods to enhance the accuracy of extreme weather predictions. The region faces increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events due to climate change. By combining AI with physical atmospheric processes, researchers have developed a hybrid modeling approach that provides more […]
The Hashgraph Association and Blade Labs have partnered to drive digital transformation using the latter’s conventional and Shariah-compliant digital securities platforms. The CEO of Blade Labs described the Hashgraph Association as a strategic investor that enables the company to integrate its cutting-edge digital asset solutions with more businesses in the Middle East and beyond. Integrating […]
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says 19 countries in the Middle East and Central Asia, including Bahrain, Georgia, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, are in the advanced “proof-of concept” stage for central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). “We support policymakers evaluating the need to issue a CBDC and help them craft strong policies and regulatory frameworks […]