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Jordan launches national blockchain network
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24 July, 2024

Jordan launches national blockchain network

Known as MODEE DLT, the new network will be integrated into the country’s digital identity network Sanad to provide digital...
Nigeria begins implementation of national blockchain policy
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23 July, 2024

Nigeria begins implementation of national blockchain policy

The chairman of the steering committee revealed that the implementation had officially started, with NITDA spearheading the initiative on the...
UNESCO, Huawei to train East African university lecturers on AI
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23 July, 2024

UNESCO, Huawei to train East African university lecturers on AI

The training will take place in mid-August and will cover two of Huawei’s AI models—MindSpore and Atlas—and popular models from...
Hong Kong unveils stablecoin consultation results
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22 July, 2024

Hong Kong unveils stablecoin consultation results

The FSTB and the HKMA conducted the consultation in 2023, and they will release the results “soon” as stablecoin regulations...
Taiwan introduces its first AI draft bill
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19 July, 2024

Taiwan introduces its first AI draft bill

The bill primarily steers away from specific stipulations, focusing on promoting safety, accountability, risk mitigation and data protection.
Tokenized deposits unlock payment efficiency, reduce settlement risk: Visa
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19 July, 2024

Tokenized deposits unlock payment efficiency, reduce settlement risk: Visa

Visa partnered with HSBC and Hang Seng Bank in 2023 on a pilot that combined the e-HKD and tokenized deposits...

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