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Dynamic Coalition on Blockchain Assurance and Standardization (DC-BAS)

Introduction Blockchains are a promising technology with the potential to transform many industries. However, there are still challenges that need to be addressed before blockchain solutions can reach their full potential. Blockchains are important because they can be used to create secure and transparent systems. For example, blockchains can streamline the delivery of public services to underserved communities and populations, strengthen transparency and integrity for public services, and ultimately build trust amongst all stakeholders. As blockchain technology continues to develop, it is likely to have a major impact on the

Revolutionizing Green Finance PreIPO.com Unveils Cutting-Edge Fintech Tools at Pro Panama’s Inaugural Sustainable Investment Summit

PANAMA CITY, PANAMA.  Leading global fintech brand PreIPO® has successfully participated in the First Sustainable Investment Forum of Panama, organized by PROPANAMA and held earlier this month at the Panama Convention Center in Amador, which is the biggest convention center in Central America. The disruptive private equity platform joined the event to demonstrate its innovative approach to optimizing distribution, maximizing liquidity, and democratizing the capital formation process for issuers, intermediaries, and investors. We are excited to explore the investment opportunities in Panama's thriving economy and contribute to its sustainable development through

Paribus Mainnet Countdown.

We know the past few months have been drawn out for everyone eagerly awaiting the release date of our mainnet. Throughout each step, we’ve been direct and transparent with our community, and sometimes maybe a little too hopeful. But now the wait is over. Our developers have been working especially hard to meet the exacting requirements of the Hacken audit and we’re over the moon to have achieved a score of 8.7/10 which we feel represents the hard work of everyone involved. Now that we’ve passed with a high score

Activision CEO Bobby Kotick has asked to receive minimum $62,500 salary until diversity goals are achieved

In a letter to Activision Blizzard employees and shared on the company’s investor relations page, CEO Bobby Kotick said he’s asked the board of directors to reduce his pay to the “lowest amount California law will allow,” which is $62,500 for salaried employees. The Oct. 28 letter describes the goals and milestones that Kotick hopes Activision Blizzard can achieve over the next few years. Kotick said his compensation will stay reduced until the board determines that the company has achieved those goals. He said this is to “ensure that every

Report: Activision Blizzard ending Overwatch, Call of Duty League’s competitive balance tax, salary cap

Activision Blizzard is eliminating the competitive balance tax and soft salary cap for its Overwatch League and Call of Duty League, as first reported by the Sports Business Journal and confirmed by Dot Esports. The decision comes after the opening of a U.S. Department of Justice antitrust division investigation into the Overwatch League’s practices. Dot Esports broke news of that probe in July, with an Activision Blizzard spokesperson confirming that the DOJ had opened an inquiry and that the game developer was complying.  “We have received an inquiry from the

Fan creates crossover between LEC and Jujutsu Kaisen

One League fan combined her love of anime and LEC to form a catchy hit right before the League of Legends World Championship 2021. The animation is a remake of the catchy Jujutsu Kaisen ending, including three players from Europe’s representatives at Worlds: Carzzy from MAD Lions, Bwipo from Fnatic, and Inspired from Rogue. The artist wrote that this took four months to finish. Related: Sources: Carzzy weighing options for MAD Lions contract renewal, may enter free agency in November The labor of love includes a lot of popular references

Overwatch 2 Executive Producer Leaves Blizzard

OverwatchOverwatch executive producer Chacko Sonny has left Blizzard after five years with the company. / Matthew Eisman/Getty ImagesOverwatch series executive producer Chacko Sonny has left Blizzard in the midst of Overwatch 2's development for "some time off," the company announced Tuesday.Sonny joined Blizzard in 2016 and worked on both Overwatch games. He also served as a company vice president. He informed colleagues of his departure Friday, per a Bloomberg report. In an email to coworkers, he said working at Blizzard "has been an absolute privilege and one of the best

SEC, EEOC Investigating Activision Blizzard Over Sexual Harassment Allegations, CEO Subpoenaed

Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick has been subpoenaed by the SEC. / Kevin Dietsch/Getty ImagesBoth the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission have opened investigations into Activision Blizzard over its handling of allegations of sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination, the company confirmed Monday.The SEC investigation has opened with a subpoena of the company and several current and former employees, including CEO Bobby Kotick.The SEC is investigating Activision Blizzard over sexual misconduct allegations and improper disclosures, the WSJ reports. It has subpoenaed Activision Blizzard CEO

Activision Blizzard Hit with Federal Labor Board Complaint

Top GamesThe Communications Workers of America has filed a labor complaint against Activision Blizzard . / Photo courtesy of Activision BlizzardA union has filed a federal labor board complaint against Activision Blizzard, accusing the company of violating federal labor law through coercive rules, actions, and statements.The complaint, lodged with the US National Labor Relations Board on Sept. 10 by the Communications Workers of America, alleges that Activision Blizzard "threatened employees that they cannot talk about or communicate about wages, hours and working conditions," per Bloomberg. It also says Activision told

5 Best Mid Laners in League of Legends Patch 11.18

League of LegendsPhoto Courtesy of Riot GamesLeague of Legends Patch 11.18 is slated to hit live Thursday, Sept. 9, one day later than normal due to Labor Day.Mid lane may be the area least touched by this large set of changes in Patch 11.18. A few mid laners are being altered, but the patch is overwhelmingly focused in other lanes. Nonetheless, here are the five best mid laners in League of Legends Patch 11.18.11.18 Full Preview is here!Reminder - this is a pro focused patch in anticipation of Worlds.Relative to