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Aisshwarya is currently working as SAP finance consultant for an IT consultancy. He likes to read about tech (fintech in particular) and history during his free time. He also likes to make 8-bit music.
China’s second-largest courier services provider – SF Express – is contemplating the use of blockchain technology for the movement of critical supplies during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This, according to a report by Global Times, March 30, 2020. Blockchain to Keep Track of Essential Medical Supplies In a bid to...
According to a report published by The Block, on March 30, 2020, Spanish banking titan, Santander, is all set to bring its Ripple-enabled payment solution to Mexico later this year. Ripple Looking to Tap the Mexican Remittance Market San Francisco-based distributed ledger technology (DLT) firm, Ripple Inc. recently announced that...
According to a report published by The Block, on March 28, 2020, premier cryptocurrency Bitcoin (BTC) continues to struggle to establish its “safe-haven” status amid the ongoing financial crisis courtesy of the devastating COVID-19 pandemic. Bitcoin “Safe-Haven” Status a Distant Dream? Launched in a bid to not allow an encore...
According to a Forbes report published on March 28, 2020, U.S.-based IT giant IBM is set to help data streaming service MiPasa Project via its Blockchain Platform. The MiPasa Project will utilize emerging technologies – including blockchain – for the public health analysis of COVID-19. IBM Blockchain to Help Fight...
On March 27, 2020, KuCoin, an IDG-backed exchange, announced the official launch of Project Pinocchio together with 21 top blockchain institutions around the world. The Project Pinocchio is a neutral and credible alert platform for less trustworthy projects in the cryptocurrency industry. Through the establishment of a crypto credit reporting...
According to an official announcement dated March 26, 2020, Thailand-based Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), in partnership with Ripple’s enterprise-grade digital payments solution RippleNet, is making it easier for Thais to make instant low-cost cross-border payments from their mobile devices. Enabling Digital Low-Cost Cross-Border Payments In a bid to make the...
KuMEX, the Bitcoin futures platform developed by KuCoin, today announced that USDT Perpetual Contracts will be officially available on the exchange at around 18:00 on March 30, 2020 (UTC+8) and deposit of USDT has already been enabled. Unlike the Bitcoin (BTC) Perpetual Contracts on KuMEX, all profits, losses and account...
March 26, 2020 - Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume and users and a global blockchain company focused on crypto infrastructure, today announced the Binance Card to bridge the gap between cryptocurrencies and everyday purchases. The Binance Card is part of the company's efforts towards furthering global cryptocurrency...
Binance Charity, the world’s first blockchain-powered donation platform dedicated to advancing transparent philanthropy, has announced a new fundraising project aimed at tackling the COVID-19 pandemic globally. Binance's Crypto Against COVID to Tackle Global Pandemic Titled Crypto Against COVID, Binance Charity is looking to raise $5 million USD in cryptocurrencies (BNB,...
In an announcement dated March 24, 2020, the privacy-centric web browser Brave announced that it had partnered with cryptocurrency exchange Binance to integrate the latter’s widget to grant users direct access to Binance and Binance.US’ sites. Brave Integrates Binance Widget In a major move to boost the use of cryptocurrencies...
According to a Forbes report published on March 21, 2020, a senior Russian official has warned that its delayed bill on cryptocurrencies will include a ban on issuing and selling of digital currencies. Russia to Ban Issuing and Sale of Cryptocurrencies In a bid to mitigate the use of cryptocurrencies...
According to a March 21, 2020, report by Nikkei Asia Review, global accountancy giant, EY’s Japan offshoot – EY Japan – is set to launch a blockchain technology-enabled traceability platform for Japanese sake and fruits. Tapping Blockchain to Ensure Sake Legitimacy In a bid to bring more transparency to the...
According to a recent report by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), fewer than 1 percent of Australians paid for consumer goods with digital currencies. This, according to a report by Coindesk, March 20, 2020. Crypto Usage Among Aussies Still Lukewarm While cryptocurrencies have existed for more than a decade,...
‘Stand at the intersection of technology and the humanities’ is Apple’s impressive slogan under the leadership of Steve Jobs, which has been embedded in every element of the company so far. The success of traditional tech giants is worthy of comparison by the blockchain industry. If Apple's path to the...
Sensorium Corporation has partnered with KuCoin cryptocurrency exchange and launched an in-game currency for Sensorium Galaxy. This move is set to drive cryptocurrency usage given that Sensorium Galaxy users are projected to reach into the millions. Sensorium Bags KuCoin Listing Los Angeles, 20 March, 2020: Sensorium Corporation is launching a...
