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Accounting giant EY introduced the EY OpsChain Contract Manager (OCM) on Wednesday, leveraging Ethereum’s blockchain technology. The platform aims to simplify complex business agreements, reduce costs, and enhance security. EY OCM addresses challenges in managing agreements across different operational and technological domains, facilitating data synchronization among multiple parties. Through smart contracts, it enforces critical terms like standardized pricing, volume discounts, and rebates. According to data from Zion Market Research, the global smart contracts market is expected to reach $1 billion by 2030, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 24% between 2023 and 2030. Operating on the…

Tether, a leading stablecoin provider, has teamed up with Fuze, a digital assets infrastructure firm, to elevate awareness and education surrounding digital assets across Turkey and the Middle East. The collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aims to bolster education initiatives covering various aspects of digital assets. These include cross-border payment solutions, regulatory compliance, framework development, and education for local financial institutions. One of the primary objectives of the partnership is to launch educational campaigns advocating for the adoption of digital assets like Bitcoin, Blockchain, and Tether (USDT) for cross-border payments. These efforts will highlight the efficiency and…

Recent data from CoinShares indicates a remarkable influx of $646 million into various digital asset investment products, driving year-to-date inflows to an unprecedented $13.8 billion, surpassing last year’s total of $10.6 billion. Bitcoin remains the focal point for investors, witnessing significant inflows totaling $663 million. However, short-bitcoin investment products saw outflows for the third consecutive week, indicating a slight capitulation among bearish investors, totaling $9.5 million. While the overall trend remains positive, there are signs of moderation in enthusiasm from exchange-traded fund (ETF) investors. Weekly flow levels have not reached early March heights, with volumes declining to $17.4 billion compared…

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has granted nearly $3.6 million in cooperative agreements to bolster the cybersecurity workforce, aiming to counter the escalating threat of cyberattacks. Announced on April 3, NIST revealed that 18 education and community-focused organizations across 15 states will receive grants averaging $200,000 each. These funds are intended to address the shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals and safeguard businesses against cyber risks. Overseen by NICE (National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education), a collaborative effort involving government, academia, and private entities, these cooperative agreements mark a concerted multisectoral approach. Laurie E. Locascio, Director of NIST, emphasized…

Decentralized exchange CrowdSwap has unveiled the pioneering Bull Run decentralized crypto exchange-traded fund (dETF), offering a curated selection of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. The announcement, made on Tuesday, revealed that the Bull Run dETF provides investors with exposure to diversified portfolios within the crypto ecosystem. Comprising 10 tokens including Polygon (MATIC), Chainlink (LINK), and Polkadot (DOT), this ETF aims to streamline investment processes, simplifying access to a range of crypto assets. Investors can participate in the Bull Run dETF by utilizing a single crypto token for investment, with the flexibility to withdraw into the same chosen crypto. This…

Amidst ongoing court trials linked to Terraform Labs’ fraud allegations surrounding the 2022 collapse of its TerraUSD stablecoin, a former employee sheds light on the company’s tumultuous environment. Brian Curran, Terraform’s former head of communications, testified before a Manhattan federal jury, unveiling a challenging experience working for the company. Curran expressed frustration, stating that his role in public relations for Terraform often left him feeling “angry.” Despite attempting to maintain transparency with users, Curran revealed that he was instructed to draft false posts by the company. He also highlighted difficulties in working with Terraform’s founder, Do Kwon, noting instances where…

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is positioning itself as a major hub for digital asset activities, aiming to capitalize on the expanding market. Lorna Smith, Minister for Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, underscored the territory’s potential to be a significant player in the global digital asset market. Smith emphasized the importance of implementing robust rules and systems to manage the sector effectively, highlighting the need to balance innovation with compliance with legal standards. Collaboration with other countries is deemed essential to address regulatory challenges and combat financial crime in the digital asset space. The BVI took a significant step towards…

Entrepreneur Andrew Tate recently disclosed that he amassed an impressive $85 million during the last bull market, primarily through investments in decentralized exchange PancakeSwap. Tate’s revelation underscores the significance of discerning between speculative meme coins and genuinely innovative blockchain projects. In a recent social media post, Tate emphasized the distinction between meme coins and technologically innovative blockchain ventures. He highlighted the emergence of groundbreaking projects amid each bull run, such as the DeFi ecosystem during the previous market surge. Meme Coins Dominate Cryptocurrency Market Tate’s remarks coincide with a period of heightened speculation in the cryptocurrency market, characterized by the…

Two former promoters of the alleged crypto mining and trading company IcomTech, David Brend and Gustavo Rodriguez, have been convicted of wire fraud conspiracy by a New York jury. They now face a maximum sentence of 20 years for their involvement in the “Ponzi” scheme. The jury, after a two-week trial, found Brend and Rodriguez guilty of one count each of conspiracy to commit wire fraud on March 14 in a New York District Court. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, IcomTech founder David Carmona hired Rodriguez in mid-2018 to create a website…

Ethereum’s recent Dencun hard fork marks a significant stride towards a layer-2 focused future, prompting Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin to advocate for a shift in mindset towards building layer-2 (L2) decentralized applications (DApps) and solutions. Speaking at the ETH Global’s Pragma London event on March 14, Buterin celebrated the successful completion of the network upgrade, emphasizing its potential to enhance scalability by reducing costs associated with submitting cryptographic proofs to Ethereum’s base layer. Buterin’s presence at the event drew over 500 attendees, reflecting the community’s eagerness to hear insights from one of Ethereum’s key figures. Reflecting on Ethereum’s roadmap post-transition…