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The Tightrope of Regulation

In a significant move at the recent G20 meeting in India, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Financial Stability Board (FSB) released a joint paper outlining a framework for the global regulation of cryptocurrencies. While the proposals mostly tread familiar territory, what’s new is their conviction in crypto’s unstoppable growth and success. A flurry of optimism greeted the G20’s endorsement of the report because it advocates that countries don’t ban crypto. Hidden in its text, however, are some worrying signs. For example, on the first page, they state, “Widespread

Nutriband’s Innovative Patent Breaks New Ground in Transdermal Medications

Revolutionary AVERSA™ Technology Sets New Standard for Opioid Patch Safety ORLANDO, FL / September 20, 2023 - Nutriband Inc. (NASDAQ:NTRB) (NASDAQ:NTRBW), a leading developer of transdermal pharmaceutical products, proudly announces the issuance of a U.S. patent for its cutting-edge AVERSA™ Technology. This groundbreaking innovation, utilizing taste aversion, marks a paradigm shift in addressing the primary routes of abuse associated with opioid-based transdermal patches. The newly granted patent, numbered U.S. patent 11,759,431, titled "Abuse and Misuse Deterrent Transdermal Systems," significantly bolsters Nutriband's intellectual property protection in the United States. It covers

Starbox Group Holdings Ltd. Announces First Half of Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results

Revenue and Net Profit Increased with Technology Driven Services Revenue Accounted for Approximately 43.8% of its Revenue KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, August 29, 2023 / Plato / Amplifi. Starbox Group Holdings Ltd. (Nasdaq: STBX) ("Starbox" or "the Company”), a service provider of cash rebates, digital advertising, and payment solutions with a goal of becoming a comprehensive AI solutions provider within Southeast Asia, today announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended March 31, 2023. Mr. Lee Choon Wooi, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Starbox, commented, “We are excited

United Nations Group Seeks Comments on Blockchain Voting Standards

Hosted by the New York - The United Nations (UN) Internet Governance Forum (IGF) Blockchain Assurance & Standardization Dynamic Coalition has distributed a suite of blockchain standards authored by the Government Blockchain Association (GBA) including standards for the use of blockchain technology in elections. The GBA Voting Working Group that developed the election standard is comprised of election officials, election systems vendors, and blockchain experts from around the world. They are driven by a desire to make elections trustworthy and accessible to all voters. According to Utah County Commissioner, Amelia

Pioneering Synergy of Innovation and Purpose: The Futurist Showcase at the Pierce School Penthouse Featuring Global Cannabis Holdings and Avi8ted Ventures.

Washington, D.C. — The stage is set for a symphony of innovation and purpose as the Futurist Showcase takes center stage August 18th at 7:15pm. This exclusive event, a convergence of luminaries, will spotlight two trailblazing enterprises — Global Cannabis Holdings (GCH) and Avi8ted Ventures. These visionary companies are poised to reshape industries and redefine societal progress, all against the backdrop of the exquisite Pierce School Penthouse, a residence synonymous with entrepreneurial spirit and forward-thinking excellence. Photo by Anthony Hampton The visionary forces behind the Futurist Showcase are entrepreneurs Charlton

SCCG Partners with Kajot Games for Distribution of iGaming Content to North America and Worldwide

Las Vegas, NV – SCCG Management, a leading advisory firm in the global gambling industry, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Kajot, for the distribution of their world-class iGaming content, with an initial focus on social gaming in the United States. The collaboration is poised to eventually expand into real-money gaming within the US market, including targeted initiatives within specific states in collaboration with tribal casinos. Stephen Crystal, Founder & CEO of SCCG, stated, “We are thrilled to join forces with Kajot, an innovative partner known for their

Farouk Khailann, CEO of Premium Africa Holdings Joins Erez Capital as Venture Partner.

Farouk Khailann is an African Entrepreneur with a strong commitment to Africa’s economic growth. He is the Chief Executive Officer of Premium Africa Holdings, Managing Partner for Akon Lighting, and a Strategic Advisor to the Royal Family of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) The Private Office of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Faisal Al-Qassimi for Strategic Alliances and Policies. The office was established by his Royal Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Faisal Al Qassimi, a member of the ruling family of Sharjah & Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, focusing billions in investment

Japan Industry Partners Launch Trials to Strengthen Cybersecurity Against Threats in the Telecoms Industry

TOKYO, Aug 1, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Japan KDDI Corporation, KDDI Research, Inc., Fujitsu Limited, NEC Corporation, and Mitsubishi Research Institute, Inc. (MRI), today announced that they will embark on a series of trials exploring the introduction of Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)(1), a list of programs that comprise software, into the communications field including 5G and LTE network equipment with the aim of strengthening cybersecurity, on August 1, 2023. The five companies plan to establish a framework to manage this project and start a survey to address different

Crypto Oasis Ventures Opens New Venture Studio Office at DIFC Innovation Hub and Signs Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)

Crypto Oasis Ventures has signed an MOU with the DIFC Innovation hub to support with subject matter expertise for the Metaverse and Web3 incubators and build ventures in the DIFC Innovation Hub Crypto Oasis Ventures announces opening of new Venture Studio office in the prestigious DIFC Gate Avenue Dubai, UAE; xx July 2023: Crypto Oasis Ventures the inceptor of the fastest growing Blockchain ecosystem in the world, the Crypto Oasis, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub in Dubai. Under

The GBA Recognizes Blockchain Trailblazers

Washington, DC, June 4 2023 – The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) honored exceptional individuals and organizations for their groundbreaking use of blockchain technology in solving public sector challenges. The Annual Achievement Awards, presented on May 24, 2023, in Washington, DC, celebrated this year's outstanding winners. Rosemarie McClean, Chief Executive Officer, and Dino Cataldo Dell’Accio, Chief Information Officer received the award on behalf of the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF), the Organization Award for a digital identity solution that enabled over 23,000 retirees across 180 countries, to provide their