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Bridging Real and Virtual Economies

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Time Stamp: July 11, 2023 3:40 PM - Modified On: July 11, 2023 - Published By:
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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

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Time Stamp: July 10, 2023 5:30 AM - Modified On: July 10, 2023 - Published By:
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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.

Stablecoins Under Scrutiny

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Time Stamp: July 1, 2023 9:36 AM - Modified On: July 1, 2023 - Published By:
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Amidst the market’s recovery from the recent onslaught of SEC crackdowns, rumors swirl over the potential targeting of stablecoins in their crosshairs. Such a move could have profound implications for cryptocurrency prices, making it crucial to gauge the likelihood of this scenario and the approach regulators might adopt. The largest stablecoins by market cap are Tether’s USDT and Circle’s USDC. Both are pegged to the US dollar and backed by various assets, typically highly liquid instruments like US Treasury bills. In theory, when someone wants to buy stablecoins from an

Crypto’s Moment of Truth

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Time Stamp: July 1, 2023 9:24 AM - Modified On: July 1, 2023 - Published By:
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In a pivotal moment for crypto, recent news that BlackRock and others such as Fidelity have filed for spot Bitcoin ETFs propelled BTC to a yearly high of just under $31,700. What does the arrival of these significant players mean for the future of crypto? For years, the prospect of a Bitcoin ETF approval in the United States has been shrouded in uncertainty. However, the tides are turning this time, as the involvement of industry giants like BlackRock hints at a higher likelihood of approval. Deniz, our CEO, echoes this

BREATHE! Convention Charts New Territory with World’s Largest Communal NFT

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Time Stamp: June 19, 2023 5:32 AM - Modified On: June 19, 2023 - Published By:
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For Immediate Release June 19, 2023 LAS VEGAS, NV - BREATHE! Convention, a leading event in the emerging tech space, proudly announces a groundbreaking endeavor to set a new Guinness World Record with the creation of the World’s Largest Communal NFT, during its upcoming convention in Las Vegas from September 13 to 15, 2023. At the heart of this year's convention is a monumental collaborative art project spearheaded by tech industry veteran and creative thinker, Aaron Vick. Known for his innovative digital art pieces, Aaron Vick will facilitate the creation

Dynamic Rewards Unleashed

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Time Stamp: June 1, 2023 1:05 PM - Modified On: June 1, 2023 - Published By:
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Following weeks of preparation and hard work, we’re incredibly excited to open the Paribus Mainnet v1 tomorrow. This marks the welcome return of our protocol and heralds the beginning of our rewards program. For those who participated in our staking program, the concept behind the rewards program will be simple to understand. We’ve allocated 100 million PBX tokens to be issued as rewards to borrowers on the platform. This concept is even more exciting because the rewards are scheduled to be released evenly across every block and are anticipated to

Paribus Vision

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Time Stamp: May 27, 2023 11:54 AM - Modified On: May 27, 2023 - Published By:
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For those who missed our announcements on social media, we are thrilled to share the exciting news that our Mainnet v1 will be relaunched on May 31st! The past few weeks have been demanding and challenging, but we couldn’t be happier with our progress. At Paribus, we have always emphasized the importance of security. While we were shocked and saddened by the exploitation of a loophole in our code, we firmly believe in finding the silver lining in every cloud. The steps we’ve taken following this unfortunate incident have made

Rocket Raccoon: A Phenomenon of Memecoin Magic and the Pursuit of Financial Liberation

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Time Stamp: May 19, 2023 4:15 PM - Modified On: May 19, 2023 - Published By:
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In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, a remarkable phenomenon has captured the imagination of both seasoned investors and enthusiasts alike. This captivating tale revolves around the rise of a viral memecoin, where a charismatic raccoon character named Rocket has taken centre stage. Welcome to the intriguing world of Degen RocketRacoon. Drawing inspiration from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, particularly the beloved Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, Degen RocketRacoon seeks to deliver an electrifying rush that crypto investors crave. Despite its stealthy launch, this audacious project has swiftly captured public attention, boasting

GroundUp Studios Launches Creative Council of Producers to Accelerate Web3 Music and Art in Asia

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Time Stamp: May 17, 2023 5:48 AM - Modified On: May 17, 2023 - Published By:
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Award-winning producers Derrick Sepnio, Fergus Chow and Jae Chong join Creative Council - with more to come Creative Council's main goal is to support member community in their music career development Producers aim to share professional tips on the music industry; provide insights and mentorship on music creation and production; identify and recruit member artists for potential collaborations and more HONG KONG, May 17, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - GroundUp Studios, a forward-thinking, web3-focused music label today announced its Creative Council of professional veterans in the music industry, to accelerate