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The Collision of Titans: AI and Web3

Over the past decade, two titans have emerged from the tech realm, each promising to redefine the very fabric of our global infrastructure - Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Web3. But what happens when these two forces converge? Are we on the brink of a new digital renaissance or a potentially uncharted dystopia? Consider this: AI is, at its core, the embodiment of advanced logic and decision-making, a machine's ability to "think" and process information in ways eerily similar to humans. It's no longer just about algorithms; it's about creating synthetic

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

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

Prontoblock and Mercantile Bank International Partner to Modernize the $1.25 Trillion Commercial Paper Market Through Tokenization

New York, August 10, 2023 – Prontoblock, a leading digital asset fintech company, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with Mercantile Bank International (MBI). This partnership aims to revolutionize the commercial paper market through the tokenization of these financial instruments. This partnership will empower MBI clientele to engage in the purchase and issuance of tokenized commercial paper using Prontoblock’s cutting-edge digital assets platform. Prontoblock will collaborate closely with issuers to identify the most suitable commercial paper instruments for tokenization. The outstanding value of U.S. commercial paper exceeded $1.25 trillion

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

Goverment Liason – Sandy

Sandy Barsky Appointed as Government Liaison for the Blockchain & Infrastructure, the Rise of AI Conference. Washington, DC - [July 10, 2023] - The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Sandy Barsky as the Government Liaison for the upcoming Blockchain & Infrastructure, the Rise of AI Conference. The event is scheduled to take place on September 28-29, 2023, in Washington, DC. With an extensive background in the field, Sandy Barsky brings a wealth of experience to his new role. Having worked for decades at the

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

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

The Fight for Financial Freedom

As the grasp of regulators tightens on the global cryptocurrency market, exchanges such as KuCoin are being compelled to implement mandatory pre-purchase checks. In tandem, several prominent banks are limiting funds transferred to cryptocurrency exchanges under the guise of protecting customers from fraudulent activities. In the background, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is looming over these rapidly evolving regulations. The FATF underscores the significance of Know Your Customer (KYC), Know Your Business (KYB), Know Your Transaction (KYT), and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations applicable to all financial transactions, cryptocurrencies included.