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Metallicus secures FedNow transaction certification
22.10.2024
The partnership was originally announced in mid-2023 ahead of the launch of FedNow
US Agriculture Dept approves blockchain-based certification system
10.10.2024
CattleProof’s cow NFTs have officially become a part of the USDA’s record
Amid Criticism, Central Bank of Argentina Confirms Moving Gold Abroad
5.9.2024
In a recent press release, the Central Bank of Argentina acknowledged sending part of its gold holdings abroad, stating that it had “recalibrated” the nation’s gold between its accounts. The institution faced criticism from some lawmakers who are concerned that this gold located...
New node certification could coax more institutions into Ether staking
27.8.2024
A consortium of big crypto companies, including Coinbase, has just launched a new certification scheme for Ethereum node operators called NORS.
Latam Insights Encore: El Salvador’s Bitcoin Education Investments Set to Pay Off in Adoption
27.8.2024
Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from the past week. In this edition, we discuss the recent investments made by the Salvadoran government in Bitcoin education and certification, and how these initiatives might increase...
El Salvador to Educate 80,000 Public Servants on Bitcoin
22.8.2024
The Bitcoin Office of El Salvador announced that 80,000 public servants will receive bitcoin instruction and certification through an educational module that is part of the Higher School of Innovation in Public Administration (ESIAP) program. The module also includes training in the areas...
El Salvador launches Bitcoin certifications for civil servants
21.8.2024
El Salvador’s government aims to upskill 80,000 employees through a comprehensive Bitcoin certification program, emphasizing strategic management and public policy
More Than 250 Zambian Students Attend Hackathon; Over 100 Earn Smart Contract Development Certification
17.4.2024
More than 250 Zambian university students recently participated in an online boot camp and hackathon which saw over 100 earning certification in smart contract development. The students who complete their minimum viable products (MVPs) can apply for grants ranging from $1,000 to $25,000. Students...
Mixed reactions to Hong Kong’s certification mechanism on OTC trading
15.4.2024
According to the Hong Kong Economic Journal, the related industry has absolutely mixed reactions to Hong Kong’s certification mechanism for OTC trading of virtual assets. The companies are concerned about Hong Kong’s over-the-counter (OTC) certification mechanism, which stipulates that the virtual...
Court Rejects Class Certification Request Against Robinhood in GameStop Meme Case
15.11.2023
Source: Pixabay A US District Court for the Southern District of Florida has ceremoniously rejected the requests for class certification by investors who have taken legal action against the Robinhood platform. Making her decision known in a court document on November 13, Chief Judge Cecilia...
Robinhood meme stock punters denied class suit certification
15.11.2023
A court has rejected a motion requesting class action certification from investors pursuing legal action against Robinhood
OSL acquires an upgraded SFC certification
4.8.2023
OSL, being the first SFC-certified digital asset platform, has acquired an upgraded version of the certification issued by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) in Hong Kong. The certification comes into play with immediate effect. OSL is into providing retail investors the opportunity...
Crypto firms tout 'fictitious' regulatory stamps, Canadian regulator warns
21.6.2023
"Fake" regulatory and dispute resolution entities are being used to make some crypto providers look legitimate, warns the Canadian Securities Administrators
French central bank looks at certification, incorporation as part of DeFi regulation
11.4.2023
The Banque de France presented a well-written consideration of issues related to DeFi and forthcoming MiCA regulation, with suggestions
NFT certification protocol Wakweli seals Polygon collaboration
29.3.2023
The deal means that all digital assets on Polygon will be compatible with the certification system that Wakweli has developed. Every NFT project holder on the chain will also be able to request authenticity certificates for each of their assets. Advanced use-case scenarios will also be available...
US Central Bank’s Fednow Payment Service to Launch in July, Economist Calls Timing ‘Suspicious’
22.3.2023
According to the U.S. Federal Reserve, the central bank’s Fednow payment service will start operating in July, and participants will be certified in April to leverage the Fednow Pilot Program. Ken Montgomery, the Fednow program executive, is urging American financial institutions to make...
CFTC Commissioner Comes Out Strongly Against Self Certification of Product Listings by Exchanges
19.1.2023
Christy Goldsmith Romero, a top official with the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), is warning lawmakers against allowing cryptoasset exchanges to self-certify with the regulator to list trading products.
Goldsmith Romero suggested that this is a dangerous process, as it would enable...
NFTs could help solve diamond certification fraud
9.12.2022
Non-fungible tokens are being used to serve as digital GIA diamond certificates to ensure immutability, transparency and proof-of-ownership
Spanish Soccer League Laliga Will Certify Goal Scoring Balls Using Blockchain Tech
5.12.2022
Laliga, the premier Spanish soccer league, has announced the implementation of a new system that will use blockchain for tracking soccer balls that were used to score a goal. The system, which will be provided by Gol-Ball, a third-party company, will certify these balls to allow users to purchase...
Binance Gets VASP License From the Bank of Spain
11.7.2022
Binance, one of the largest crypto exchanges worldwide, has secured a license from the Bank of Spain that will let the exchange operate in compliance with the local laws. This certification means that the exchange is currently complying with its AML/KYC processes required by the government of...