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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The Payments Association

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Blockchain, once synonymous with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, is now transforming digital payments and fiat currency transactions. The technology offers efficiency and security through a decentralized system. As Visa and Mastercard engage with blockchain, its mainstream adoption is gaining momentum. Read more

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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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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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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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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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Finextra

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

In an era where digital transformation is imperative, introducing Vishvasya—the National Blockchain.

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The Paypers

MAY 12, 2023

The government of China has launched the National Blockchain Technology Innovation Center in Beijing to support blockchain technology research.

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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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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

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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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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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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The Paypers

MAY 31, 2023

South Africa-based Centbee has partnered with blockchain technology company nChain to improve blockchain payment offerings.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 16, 2024

A new coalition uniting blockchain foundations, universities, and NGOs in a commitment to leveraging blockchain technology for social good has been announced. Partnering with Web3 communities, crypto exchange Bybit has unveiled the Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA). The Blockchain for Good Alliance embodies this journey.

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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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The Fintech Times

MAY 15, 2024

“This partnership underscores our commitment to harnessing innovative blockchain solutions, ensuring Siemens AG remains at the forefront of global financial efficiency and connectivity. The post Standard Chartered Utilises Blockchain for Cross-Border Transactions Between Hong Kong and Singapore appeared first on The Fintech Times.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Boerse Stuttgart says it has tested the settlement of exchange transactions with blockchain-based securities against central bank money - finding that using the technology can reduce settlement times from days to minutes.

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The Payments Association

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Blockchains have created a narrative that they are an underlying technology that powers cryptocurrencies that challenge the traditional financial system. However, in reality, blockchain is way more than that, with a […] Read more

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The Fintech Times

AUGUST 23, 2024

Furthermore, they will provide a route for technology providers to engage with financial service organisations looking to implement new tech. The technologies identified in our partner’s report are used by many of our members and have the potential to transform financial services.

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Fintech News

AUGUST 12, 2024

DBS has initiated the pilot of the “DBS Treasury Tokens”, a blockchain-based solution designed for next-generation treasury and liquidity management, in collaboration with Ant International. This launch underscores how established financial institutions can utilise blockchain technology to offer advanced, 24/7 banking services.

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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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The Fintech Times

APRIL 15, 2024

Bringing together experts from across the artificial intelligence (AI) space and web3 ecosystem, VAP group has announced the inaugural editions of the Global AI Show and the Global Blockchain Show. The Global Blockchain Show The Global Blockchain Show will showcase the dynamic landscape of blockchain technology.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 22, 2024

InvoiceMate , a blockchain and AI-powered invoice financing enabler has agreed to support the retail supply chain across the UAE alongside retail technology provider 24SEVEN , as part of a new partnership. “We’re excited to bring InvoiceMate’s game-changing blockchain financing solutions to our retail partners.

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 16, 2024

As one of the world’s leading airlines, Emirates has long been at the forefront of innovation, leveraging technology to enhance the passenger experience and drive operational efficiency. More recently, he has also been tasked with overseeing the company’s IT and technology functions.

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Fintech Finance

AUGUST 14, 2024

Ant International will be able to use the digital form factor to achieve instant, multi-currency treasury and liquidity management on DBS’ permissioned blockchain for their entities across multiple markets. DBS’ permissioned blockchain is Ethereum virtual machine (EVM)-compatible and is integrated with its core payments engine.

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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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Finextra

AUGUST 25, 2024

Singapore's DBS has completed a pilot using blockchain technology for programmable government grant disbursements to businesses.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Chainlink announced today the results of an industry initiative that harnesses the combined advancements in AI, oracles, and blockchain technology to address the lack of real-time and standardized data around corporate actions.

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Xalts , a fintech firm providing real-time connectivity between financial services and businesses, is joining forces with Polygon , to bring its real-world asset tokenisation platform, RWA Cloud, to Polygon’s blockchain network. “We look forward to accelerating the adoption of RWA tokenisation by enterprises.”

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The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

In a wide-ranging discussion, Heath Behncke, managing director of Holon , shared his insights on how developments in technology, energy efficiency and the role of blockchain is enabling more transparent and trustworthy data management. “The data custodian part of this is really interesting to me,” he said.

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The Fintech Times

JUNE 10, 2024

Both Hong Kong and Switzerland are making strides in the development of blockchain and cryptographic technologies individually. We look forward to facilitating the active development and integration of companies’ technologies into the city’s international financial services system.”

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Payments Dive

JANUARY 21, 2020

Blockchain technology can provide excellent tools for supply chain management. Former Coca-Cola executive Kraig Adams talks about how he got involved with blockchain technology and how it will transform supply chain management.

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Payments Dive

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Blockchain technology can be very difficult to understand, but it doesn't have to be. You just have to grasp three basic key facts.

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Keabank , a Cyprus-based neobank, has integrated USD payment processing into its global infrastructure, as part of its commitment to blend traditional currency with blockchain solutions. Keabank also unveiled the development of the world’s first synthetic blockchain neobank at the event.

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The Paypers

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The Reserve Bank of India has launched CBDC pilots in the wholesale and the retail segment, with the retail one including blockchain-based components.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 17, 2024

The UK’s Regulated Liability Network has chosen R3 , a company specialising in enterprise distributed ledger technology and services, as well as Quant , a blockchain provider for finance, to develop the technology prototype for its experimental stage.

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