The Ultimate Guide to Blockchain
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Blockchain technology represents a transformative breakthrough in how data and transactions are recorded and verified, promising to enhance transparency, security, and efficiency across various industries. By leveraging a decentralized ledger system, blockchain eliminates the need for intermediaries and enables trustless, tamper-proof record-keeping.
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Mastercard launches machine payments for AI agents
Automated buying by AI systems could soon run at machine speed, with Mastercard backed by more than 30 partners to enable it.
Bybit launches tokenised SpaceX IPO access for retail
Retail traders can now join US listing deals through their crypto accounts, as tokenised SpaceX shares debut on Bybit.
Mastercard adds stablecoin settlement across network
Card issuers and acquirers will gain round-the-clock settlement choices as the network adds regulated stablecoins alongside fiat payments.
TerraPay & PalWallet partner on stablecoin settlement
Businesses could gain faster cross-border settlement and wider payout reach as TerraPay links its payment network with PalWallet's stablecoin rails.
Animoca backs Superior.Trade in USD $1 million deal
The funding spotlights growing demand for AI trading tools that automate crypto strategies while keeping customer funds ring-fenced.
OVHcloud sees blockchain aiding enterprise security
Knowledge gaps and sustainability concerns are still holding back wider adoption, even as 73% of Web3 professionals back blockchain for enterprise security.
Paxos wins SEC clearance for blockchain settlement role
It gives the blockchain firm a formal role in U.S. post-trade markets, after years of testing same-day settlement with major banks.
Aztec Labs acquires Obsidion for ZKPassport identity
Privacy fears over centralised ID checks are set to deepen as Aztec Labs brings ZKPassport in-house for wider use.
DTCC & Stellar plan tokenised assets on public chain
The tie-up could let banks and asset managers move regulated securities onchain, with DTC-settled tokenised assets due in 2027.
Bitget launches Reality for tokenised US stocks & ETFs
Eligible users will gain round-the-clock access to selected US shares and ETFs as Bitget pushes deeper into tokenised traditional assets.
RedotPay adds USD account to multi-currency wallet
Users can now hold dollars in RedotPay's wallet and move them into stablecoins for spending or cross-border transfers without leaving the app.
Variational raises USD $50 million to launch RWA markets
Traders can now access on-chain perpetuals on gold, silver, copper and crude as the platform seeks to solve thin liquidity in RWA markets.
Bitget Wallet adds xStocks tokenised equities in app
Users can now trade more than 130 tokenised stocks and ETFs in the wallet, extending access beyond traditional brokerage hours.
Mira AI agent launches inside Telegram group chats
The wider release gives Telegram users a way to use AI in group chats, as Mira passes 2 million users and more than 50,000 groups.
Agentic AI Foundation adds 43 members to reach 190
Standards work for autonomous software is drawing broader backing, with public bodies and major tech groups joining as deployment moves into production.
Apex to handle Fidelity International's first tokenised fund
The move gives institutional investors round-the-clock access to a tokenised fund, as asset managers test blockchain servicing within regulated frameworks.
DTCC taps Chainlink for 24/7 collateral management
Round-the-clock collateral transfers could become faster and less capital-intensive as DTCC prepares a blockchain-based platform with Chainlink for global markets.
Bitget adds OpenAI-linked preOPAI to IPO Prime platform
Retail traders can now gain tokenised exposure to OpenAI for as little as USD $100, as Bitget expands its IPO Prime offering.
Currenxie launches EEA business accounts from Ireland
Currenxie enters the EEA from Dublin with multi-currency business accounts, targeting SMEs seeking faster cross-border payments.