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  • Oct 17, 2024

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South African Reserve Bank's Blockchain Payments Trial Successful!

Earlier in February this year, the bank had launched a Project Khokha to experiment with distributed ledger technologies (DLTs).

Samsung Launches Own Blockchain Platform ‘Nexfinance’

Nexfinance will offer services such as digital identity, financial concierge, AI virtual assistant, and automatic insurance claim...

Coinbase Expands into Japan, Appoints New CEO

The company has opened a new office there under the leadership of fin-tech steward Nao Kitazawa as the CEO.

Japan’s SBI Group Goes Live With its Crypto Exchange

The launch was expected last month but got delayed due to some security concerns following the Coincheck hack.

Abu Dhabi Port Deploys Its Own Blockchain Solution

Silsal will first be available to freight forwarders and company’s customers.

eToro is Likely to Come Up With an IPO

As per some media reports, the company is in discussion with various investment banks for the same.

India Declines Venezuela’s Offer to Pay in Petro Cryptocurrency for Oil

Last month, Venezuela offered India a discount on crude oil if the country pays them in Petro cryptocurrency. However, India has declined Venezuela’s offer.

Huobi Launches World’s First Exchange-Traded Fund for Retail Investors

Huobi has launched an Exchange-Traded Fund - the HB10 ETF - which the company claims to be the world’s first Exchange-Traded Fund for retail investors!

Is China Possibly on the Verge of Lifting the Crypto-Ban? Xi’s Speech Raises Questions

China might soon reverse their draconian ban on crypto businesses - rumours intensify after Chinese President lauds blockchain tech in a recent speech.

Matthew Mellon's Death Leaves $500 Million in Cryptocurrencies Lost Forever

Well-known Ripple investor Matthew Mellon passed away on the 16th of April earlier this year, leaving behind an irrecoverable $500 Million in crypto investments