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United Nations IGF Dynamic Coalition Pilots a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO)

New York, NY – December 20, 2023 — The United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF) Dynamic Coalition on Blockchain Assurance & Standardization announces the initiation of a groundbreaking project aimed at establishing a Distributed Autonomous Organization (DAO). The pilot project is a collaborative effort showcasing how public sector organizations can leverage blockchain technology and DAO principles to foster transparent, rules-based, and high-integrity governance structures. UN - IGF Dynamic Coalitions are multistakeholder groups operating within the framework of the UN Internet Governance Forum, addressing specific issues related to internet governance. These

JCB, IDEMIA and Soft Space launch “JCBDC” Phase 2 pilot to trial CBDC offline P2P payments

Tokyo, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Dec 13, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Japan's only international payment brand JCB Co., Ltd. ("JCB") has launched the “JCBDC” (JCB Digital Currency) Phase 2 pilot project with IDEMIA, a global leader in identity technologies, and the world’s leading fintech company Soft Space Sdn Bhd. ("Soft Space"). In Phase 1 of the JCBDC project, JCB, IDEMIA, and Soft Space developed a CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency) payment solution, enabling merchants to accept CBDC without the need to modify their POS (point of sale) terminals and payment

Blockpass integrates award-winning ID system with Solana Wallets, offers special discount to Solana projects

HONG KONG, Sept 7, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Blockpass has announced that it will be integrating its identity verification solution with Solana Wallets and supporting Solana projects with its revolutionary On-Chain KYC(R) solution. Additionally, Blockpass will provide a unique special offer available to all Solana projects in the form of a 50% discount. Solana is a blockchain network with the fundamental ideals of an open-source community, decentralization, staking and censorship resistance at its heart. The Solana network is validated by thousands of independently-operating nodes that ensures data remains secure

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

Sarson Funds Employs Blockpass’ KYC for BCH, CSPR Stablecoins

HONG KONG, July 20, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - This week sees the announcement that capital management firm Sarson Funds is using Blockpass' On-Chain KYC(R) solution, alongside Accountable's on-chain proof-of-reserve validation, to create the most transparent and trusted stablecoins on the Bitcoin Cash (BCH) and Casper (CSPR) blockchains. The asset-backed U.S. dollar stablecoins will exclusively hold Circle's USDC as collateral which will be held on-chain with a publicly verifiable address. According to Sarson Funds, placing 'pre-compliant' stablecoins on the Bitcoin Cash and Casper Networks will allow those communities to transact

Bridging Real and Virtual Economies

In an era where decentralized finance (DeFi) promises revolutionary, permissionless, and credit-check-free access to financial services, the limitations to its application lie in the narrow range of digital assets it encompasses. But industry pioneers are working to widen its scope by introducing real-world assets (RWAs) to the digital realm. For instance, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), Ripple is embarking on a research project to try and tokenize real estate. This venture was made public about seven weeks ago as part of a broader initiative, the digital

3 Things to Get Excited About in Apex Legends Season 11

Apex LegendsPhoto courtesy of Respawn Entertainment/EAApex Legends Season 11 is just around the corner, and there's plenty to look forward to in the new season. After a brief lull, Apex is ready to come roaring back with a plethora of exciting content. Here are the three things making us most anxious to dive into the new season.Goliaths are said to inhabit Storm Point. / Photo courtesy of Respawn Entertainment/EAOne of the headlining additions in Season 11 is the new map set to arrive, Storm Point. Although there are plenty of

Ash’s Lore in Apex Legends: What We Know So Far

Apex LegendsImage courtesy of Respawn EntertainmentNew playable Legend, Ash, is about to enter Apex Legends. Here's everything we know about her lore so far. Apex Legends Season 11 is just around the corner. Set to begin at the start of November, this new season will be titled "Escape." A new Legend, Ash, will be added in the upcoming season, and she's been generating a fair amount of buzz within the community. Originally appearing as a boss in the 2016 Titanfall 2, Ash has certainly been through the worst of it

Titanfall 2 Ash Revealed as Next Apex Legends Season 11 Feature

Apex LegendsRespawn Entertainment has revealed even more about Titanfall 2’s Simulacrum Pilot Ashleigh Reid—better known as “Ash.” / Respawn EntertainmentRespawn Entertainment has revealed even more about Titanfall 2’s Simulacrum Pilot Ashleigh Reid—better known as “Ash.”The latest Apex Legends “Stories of the Outlands” has been released, featuring the story of Ash, a once proud pilot and scientist turned mechanical mistress of the Deathmatch Arena. In Titanfall 2, Ash was an antagonist to the player, having undergone a horrific accident. Her consciousness was ported into an android body which has been rebuilt

These are all of the operators in Call of Duty: Vanguard

Call of Duty: Vanguard’s operators are a diverse, worldwide cast of fictional heroes inspired by real-life ones. Operators in Vanguard are more than just the skins you can buy. You can also level them up and they have their own unique perks and personalities. For example, each character has their own favorite weapon and using that specific weapon while playing as the operator will give you additional XP. “Heroism is built upon heroes, individuals with personalities who aren’t to be trifled with,” Sledgehammer Games said about the operators. “The Operators