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BNB Chain responds with next steps for cross-chain security after network exploit
17.10.2022
The BNB Chain team released its official statement on Oct. 7 regarding the hack and stolen funds, and a second statement on Oct. 11 on network decentralization
Chinese Researchers Propose Asian Digital Currency to Reduce Reliance on US Dollar
15.10.2022
Experts from an economic institute in China have circulated the idea of creating a blockchain-powered digital currency that could lower Asia’s reliance on the greenback. The initiative comes against the backdrop of an expanding digital yuan pilot, and after recent trials of cross-border payments...
Aave price falls; Can it cross the $100 mark again?
14.10.2022
AAVE is the most popular decentralized finance and lending protocol that allows users to borrow and lend cryptocurrencies by paying interest rates. AAVE is the native coin of the AAVE protocol. Unlike many other crypto networks, investing in AAVE means buying shares of this AAVE technology company....
Stablecorp Wants to Reduce Cross-Border Payment Friction
13.10.2022
Binance-Backed Blockchain Completes Hard Fork to Mitigate Future Cross-Chain Bridge Hacks
12.10.2022
The Bnb Smart Chain commenced the blockchain’s hard fork on October 12, at block height 22,107,423, in order to add a security patch to “mitigate the cross-chain infrastructure between [the] Beacon Chain and Smart Chain.” Binance and the Bnb Smart Chain suspended withdrawals...
SWIFT action: JPMorgan and Visa team on cross-border blockchain payments
12.10.2022
Visa is set to integrate its B2B connect network with JPMorgan’s suit of blockchain based cross-border payment products
Russian Companies Are Using Crypto in Trade Despite Lack of Regulation, Officials Admit
10.10.2022
With limited access to global finances, Russian businesses have begun settling in cryptocurrency with their partners abroad. Although these are still small-scale payments, government officials have noted their increase, which comes even before authorities have decided how to regulate these...
BNB Chain back online after suspension due to a cross-chain exploit
7.10.2022
After a brief network suspension as the result of a cross-chain hack, the activity on the BNB Chain is back online
Binance-Backed BNB Smart Chain Paused Over Potential Multi-Million Dollar Exploit, Token Slides 4%
7.10.2022
On Thursday, 6:19 p.m. (ET), the official Twitter account for the Bnb Smart Chain explained that the team was temporarily pausing the blockchain, after citing that it noticed irregular activity. Sources say that more than $600 million in Bnb tokens were reportedly stolen from the chain’s...
EU regulators ban cross-border payments from Russian crypto accounts
6.10.2022
In a statement on Thursday, regulators in the European Union banned all crypto-asset wallets, accounts and custody services from Russia
Ethereum (ETH) Price Strongly Needs to Cross $1.5K for Bull Run!
6.10.2022
Due to market uncertainty, most top-level cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum have seen an outflow. Most retail investors expected a bull rally after the Merge update, but they are dissatisfied with the continuation of the downtrend. However, this update makes the network more sustainable...
‘New frontier’ of crypto laundering involves cross-chain bridges and DEXs: Elliptic
5.10.2022
Curve, Uniswap, 1inch, and the Ren bridge were the top platforms of choice for laundering illicit crypto, according to Elliptic
Can BNB Price Sustain the Rise and Cross $300?
3.10.2022
Although Binance is a popular crypto exchange, the recent regulatory approval in New Zealand will help Binance to get more clients on their exchange. It is now registered as a financial service provider in New Zealand. As a result, the BNB price will rise soon. Moreover, this news is significant...
TRON Trades to Reach for its Resistance: Can TRX Cross $0.1?
3.10.2022
TRON is a decentralized open-source blockchain that runs on a Proof of Stake consensus. That means it is not a mineable cryptocurrency, mainly dependent on the lock-up of tokens by the holders. The investors expect a good return because the price has been consolidating within a range on...
6 Ways To Push Your Steam Deck Beyond Gaming
30.9.2022
The Steam Deck, Valve’s mini PC, is a wonderful gaming device with plenty of excellent titles to choose from. But as a straight-up handheld computer, the Deck isn’t too shabby for non-gaming computing needs. Whether it’s using the Deck as a dockable desktop computer, a portable coding station,...
Despite Accounting for 2% of Global Activity, Sub-Saharan Africa Has ‘Some of the Most Well-Developed Cryptocurrency Markets of Any Region’: Report
30.9.2022
According to a recent Chainalysis report, although Sub-Saharan Africa is believed to account for as little as 2% of global transaction activity, the area “contains some of the most well-developed cryptocurrency markets of any region.” Additionally, Sub-Saharan Africa’s...
Can Helium (HNT) Cross $10 in the Next Few Months?
30.9.2022
As a blockchain-based protocol, Helium is popular because it is one of the few projects that focus mainly on the Internet of Things industry. It has a Helium hotspot that works as an internet router. These nodes provide the users with cheaper and broader internet access. It runs on a global...
Chainlink Launched the BUILD Initiative to Encourage Cross-Ecosystem Growth
30.9.2022
Chainlink has announced the launch of the Chainlink BUILD program as a part of Chainlink Economics 2.0. The objective is to accelerate the growth of projects in their early stages. Chainlink will expand its assistance by enhancing the accessibility to Chainlink technical support and services...
Circle Launches Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol, USDC Issuer Acquires Payment Orchestration Firm Elements
30.9.2022
On Thursday, at the Converge22 event in San Francisco, Circle announced the acquisition of the payment orchestration company Elements. Circle explained that the acquisition includes plans to “quickly scale payment offerings.” Circle says the new service will make it easier...
China, Hong Kong, Thailand, and UAE Trial Cross-Border Transactions With Digital Currencies
29.9.2022
The monetary authorities of four jurisdictions in Asia have carried out tests with international settlements using state-issued digital currencies. Cross-border payments and foreign exchange transactions totaling over $22 million were made as part of the pilot project with the participation of...