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AI’s Black Box problem: Challenges and solutions for a transparent future
5.5.2023
A look inside the AI black box problem: confronting the trust dilemma and unearthing strategies for transparent AI
Kaleido brings the Web3 solutions of Avalanche to its ecosystem
4.5.2023
In a bid to accelerate the adoption of Web3 and offer the current players in its ecosystem all the required tools, Kaleido has announced welcoming Avalanche to its space by getting all its Web3 solutions onboard. The announcement was made by Kaleido in Avalanche Summit II. Furthermore, Kaleido...
Liquid staking solutions now have more TVL than DEXs: DeFi Llama
1.5.2023
From April 13 to May 1, decentralized exchanges declined in TVL by $1.66 billion, while liquid staking protocols increased by $280 million
First Republic Bank Faces Potential Takeover by FDIC Amidst Financial Struggles
29.4.2023
According to multiple reports, First Republic Bank is facing significant financial difficulties and could be taken over by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) if private sector banks do not intervene. The FDIC has reportedly approached several large commercial banks regarding...
Binance Launches Ether-Based Liquid Staking Product WBETH to Rival Liquid Staking Competitors
24.4.2023
In an announcement made on April 24, Binance, the cryptocurrency exchange with the largest trade volume, unveiled its latest staking product, wrapped beacon eth (WBETH). This new addition to Binance’s staking solutions is built on the Ethereum network, joining the ranks of other competing...
Lack of regulatory clarity on payment solutions could undermine US sanctions, says expert
21.4.2023
Anja Manuel said U.S. sanctions generally work with “responsible” blockchain firms but not when there are fintech solutions available to individuals looking to circumvent them
BRICS De-Dollarization Push, China, and Crypto Threaten US Dollar’s Dominance: Analyst
19.4.2023
Fitch Solutions’ global head of country risk has named the rising adoption of cryptocurrencies, the de-dollarization efforts by the BRICS countries, and China’s rising “economic might” as key factors that erode the U.S. dollar’s dominance over time. He cautioned that...
The Fall of Medici Bank: Lessons on Fractional Reserve Banking From 15th Century Italy
16.4.2023
Amid the banking chaos of the 21st century, some are looking back more than 600 years ago, to the Medici Bank — one of the most powerful banks of its time. It established its business and became one of the most respected banks in Europe during its prime, and the prominent Italian family of bankers...
C6 Bank’s Climate Tool to Track CO2 Emissions From Customer Transactions Prompts Debate on Future of Banking
14.4.2023
On April 13, a C6 Bank customer in Brazil shared screenshots of his online bank account, revealing that the financial institution was tracking CO2 emissions from his purchases and urging him to compensate monetarily. C6 Bank states that the new tool aims to inspire Brazilians to adopt more...
Enterprises should seek partners and solutions during the crypto winter: Paxos report
14.4.2023
“We need more transparency over the reserves of these stablecoins, which I think we’re going to see,” Clara Medalie said
Symbiosis integrates zkSync: ‘Natural evolution' of scaling solutions
10.4.2023
Cross-chain DeFi platform Symbiosis has integrated zkSync to improve transaction speed and reduce fees on its automated market-making protocol
US Treasury Report Warns of Defi’s Threat to National Security, Authors Conclude Fiat Is Used in Illicit Finance More Than Crypto
6.4.2023
The U.S. Treasury has released a 42-page report assessing the risks of decentralized finance (defi). The report states that specific nation-state adversaries, cybercriminals, ransomware attackers, thieves, and scammers are using defi to “transfer and launder their illicit proceeds.”...
The Hardest Resident Evil 4 Remake Puzzles Have Easy Solutions
5.4.2023
When you’re not getting lost in Resident Evil 4 remake protagonist Leon’s dreamy abs, you might find yourself trapped in an uncomfortable reality filled with puzzles—some difficult, and some simply annoying. I don’t know why RE4’s imposing castle and outskirts are packed with elaborate, burdensome...
Crypto Hardware Wallet Maker Ledger Raises $100M Amid Growing Demand for Secure Storage Solutions
31.3.2023
The cryptocurrency hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger has raised €100 million ($109 million) in funding, according to the company’s disclosure on Thursday. Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier says there has been significant demand for hardware wallets. He added, “2023 is even better for...
Layer-2 project exec zooms in on the capabilities of Ethereum scaling solutions
30.3.2023
Metis co-founder Elena Sinelnikova delves into the world of layer-2 blockchain technology, and its potential to transform how we interact, collaborate and build the decentralized economy of the future
Medha Parlikar, Co-Founder and CTO of CasperLabs, on Enterprise Blockchain Solutions and Future Proof Blockchain | Ep. 213
17.3.2023
In an exclusive interview with cryptonews.com, Medha Parlikar, Co-Founder and CTO of CasperLabs, talks about how blockchain needs to be future-proof, blockchain tech providing a trust layer for enterprise, and the origin story of Casper Labs. ...
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University students reveal new Web3 solutions at ETHDenver 2023
17.3.2023
Students showcased new Web3 solutions focused on enabling better user experience, privacy and security at ETHDenver 2023
Africa-Focused Venture Capital Firm Echovc Launches Blockchain Fund
17.3.2023
The Africa-focused venture capital (VC) firm, Echovc, has launched a fund that seeks to support blockchain startups on the continent. While global blockchain funding has been on a decline over the past year, Echovc founder Eghosa Omoigui claimed that investing now enables the VC to get in “at...
Bitcoin Ordinals Custody Solutions Would Be Better if They Embraced Bitcoiner Values
16.3.2023
The perfect Ordinals wallet should (1) integrate Ordinals support without requiring a full node, (2) be easy to use for the average collector, (3) follow Bitcoin's great cultural tradition of embracing self-custody and trustless transacting
Ethereum layer-2 solutions may focus less on token incentives in the future
11.3.2023
Token incentive models may become obsolete as layer-2 networks focus on ease of functionality and low fees, but how will this impact decentralization?