Fintech News

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

UBS Asset Management has launched its first tokenised investment fund, the “UBS USD Money Market Investment Fund Token” (uMINT), built on Ethereum’s blockchain. The launch is part of UBS ’ strategy to use blockchain for better fund issuance and distribution.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

This platform utilises blockchain technology, advanced encryption, and AI to enhance the speed, efficiency, and transparency of cross-border transactions. This demonstrates how blockchain can support evolving treasury and liquidity needs.

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The Payments Association

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Blockchain, once synonymous with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, is now transforming digital payments and fiat currency transactions. In payments, blockchain provides improved transparency with immutable transaction records, faster processing times by eliminating intermediaries, and stronger security via encrypted data. Read more

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 18, 2024

Blockchain, heralded for its potential to transform industries, is currently undergoing a divergence from its original vision, marked by a prioritisation of speculative interests over core principles like scalability and decentralisation. The blockchain sector is notorious for overpromising and underdelivering.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

OCBC Bank has partnered with the Land Transport Authority of Singapore (LTA) to pilot a new blockchain payments solution for construction projects. This blockchain-based conditional payment solution will improve the governance and transparency of utilisation of the mobilisation advance payments that LTA extends to its contractors.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 30, 2024

PayPal USD (PYUSD), PayPal ‘s USD stablecoin, will now be available on the Solana blockchain. The news was announced at Consensus 2024 , the long-running cryptocurrency, blockchain and web3 event. ” The simplified experience of PayPal and Venmo wallets shows PYUSD as a unified balance regardless of the blockchain. .”

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Finextra

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Goldman Sachs is in talks with potential partners as it looks to spin out its blockchain-based technology platform, GS DOS.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 8, 2024

WadzChain Network, a global leader in innovative blockchain technology, announced today the launch of one of the world’s first hybrid blockchains intending to transform global payments for businesses. The blockchain is perfect for diverse businesses and use cases, from small startups to large enterprises.

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Global Payments Blockchain TPS Interoperability 120

Finextra

OCTOBER 22, 2024

At Sibos 2024, Sergey Nazarov, Co-Founder of Chainlink, highlighted the growing adoption of blockchain technology by asset managers, driven by efficiency gains in settlement, payments, and collateral management.

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The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

After signing memorandums of understanding with DECA and Asosiasi Blockchain Indonesia, Bharat Web3 Association (BWA) aims to align India’s Web3 sector with international standards and best practices. “Together, we aim to empower the region through shared initiatives, knowledge exchange, and joint projects that drive meaningful impact.”

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Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) Blockchain Cross-Border Best Practices 105

The Fintech Times

JUNE 25, 2024

The Solana Foundation has introduced two new developer tools, Solana Actions and blockchain links (blinks), to make blockchain transactions more accessible and seamlessly integrated into everyday digital platforms. This feature aims to make decentralised applications more user-friendly and widely accessible.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Bitbank , the crypto assets exchange, has officially launched Bitbank Ventures , a new investment firm focusing on projects within the crypto and blockchain space. Bitbank Ventures will consider investing in any blockchain -related projects, ranging from pre-seed to series A.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 8, 2024

WadzChain Network, a global leader in innovative blockchain technology, announced today the launch of one of the world’s first hybrid blockchains intending to transform global payments for businesses.

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Finextra

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

On-chain privacy and advancements in identity management will be crucial to unlocking the potential of blockchain technology and asset tokenisation in financial markets, according to a JP Morgan white paper.

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Paystand

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Table of Contents How Can Blockchain be Used in Accounting? How is Blockchain Used in Financial Transactions? What Are the Disadvantages of Blockchain in Accounting? Is Blockchain the Future of Accounting? Paystand's Blockchain Answer for B2B

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Fintech Review

JUNE 25, 2024

Blockchain technology, initially synonymous with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin , has evolved beyond its origins. This article delves into the diverse ways blockchain is reshaping fintech, focusing on smart contracts, cross-border transactions, and enhancing transparency and security.

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Blockchain Technology Innovation Cross-Border 95

Finextra

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Standard Chartered has used Ant Internal's Whale blockchain platform to deliver settlement of HKD-denominated intra-group transactions between various ANT entitites.

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Fintech News

AUGUST 21, 2024

PEXX, a fintech startup specialising in stablecoin cross-border payments, has acquired Singapore-based blockchain media platform Chain Debrief. PEXX said that the goal is to provide users with updated information on blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and regulatory developments, enhancing their decision-making process.

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Finextra

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

PayPal has used its own stablecoin to make an additional investment in blockchain risk management specialist Chaos Labs.

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Finextra

MARCH 25, 2024

Post-trade group Euroclear has acquired a stake in Iznes, a pan-European, blockchain-based network within the asset management market.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Singapore's DBS has integrated a suite of blockchain-powered capabilities within its core transaction banking services for institutional clients.

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Blockchain Transactions 83

Finextra

OCTOBER 28, 2024

HSBC and Ant International have completed HKD-denominated cross-bank blockchain-based test transactions under the Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s Ensemble Sandbox.

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Blockchain Transactions 96

Fintech News

MAY 15, 2024

Payment giant Mastercard has announced the inclusion of five global startups in its Start Path Blockchain and Digital Assets programme. This initiative aims to enhance user experiences and expand the applications of blockchain technology in solving real-world problems.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 14, 2024

Ripple , the global payments and financial solutions provider, is accelerating blockchain education in the US as its University Blockchain Research Initiative (UBRI) renews its $1.05million partnership with Morgan State University to support blockchain innovators across America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

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The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

As more firms look to enter the blockchain and decentralised space, easy integrations and the ability to develop applications are an absolute must. The partnership with Axelar Foundation propels interoperability into the broader blockchain realm. The Axelar Foundation will broaden blockchain adoption by facilitating RWA.

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Fintech News

AUGUST 21, 2024

DBS ’ permissioned blockchain was used to automate payments, ensuring that only approved recipients received the grants once the predefined conditions were fulfilled. This pilot reflects ongoing efforts to integrate blockchain technology into financial processes, aiming for broader use cases in the future.

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Paystand

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Key Takeaways Paystand advances decentralized finance, addressing risks in traditional banking through blockchain. Its Assurety Protocol on Ethereum enhances B2B payment security and auditability. The DeFi Card offers Bitcoin “sats” as a rewards model, countering inflation.

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The Fintech Times

JULY 15, 2024

It showcases fintech innovation by enabling seamless transactions between blockchain technology and traditional finance. Visa and Wirex explained they are committed to developing projects that integrate blockchain technology with traditional financial systems, ensuring smooth and efficient transactions.

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Finextra

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Cross-border B2B payments operator Nium has formed a partnership with Partior, the blockchain-based fintech for clearing and settlement.

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Finextra

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

JP Morgan has rebranded its Onyx blockchain unit as Kinexys by JP Morgan as the banking giant prepares to bring the technology into mainstream financial services.

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Finextra

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Building on our commitment to support Web3 developers, Google Cloud today announced the launch of our new Blockchain RPC (Remote Procedure Call) service.

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The Fintech Times

AUGUST 7, 2024

Ripple , the blockchain and crypto solution provider, is partnering with the Dubai International Financial Centre’s (DIFC) Innovation Hub, to accelerate blockchain and digital assets innovation in the UAE. It also plans to provide financial, technical, and business support to developers.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 11, 2024

is continuing its family of funds of funds for investments in innovative blockchain technologies, launching Blockchain Fund III. The strategy focuses on targeted investments in blockchain technology by investing in companies that build and develop the blockchain infrastructure.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Global asset manager and Swiss bank UBS has developed and successfully piloted a blockchain-based payment solution, aiming to increase efficiency and transparency, as well as enable the programmability of money movements for corporate and institutional clients.

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Fintech News

MAY 12, 2024

The 12-week XDC Accelerator Programme invites startups to develop solutions using XDC Network’s advanced blockchain technology. Rebecah Dausen “The XDC Accelerator Programme with Tenity will empower startups to transform their blockchain ideas into impactful solutions.

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Finextra

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

On-chain privacy and advancements in identity management will be crucial to unlocking the potential of blockchain technology and asset tokenisation in financial markets, according to a JPMorgan white paper.

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Finextra

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The Dubai Blockchain Center (DBCC) has entered into a strategic collaboration with the Cardano Foundation, marking a significant step forward in advancing blockchain education and technology adoption across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

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