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nChain tops blockchain patent list despite a drop in IP activity overall
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1 February, 2024

nChain tops blockchain patent list despite a drop in IP activity overall

nChain filed 77 blockchain-related patent applications from October to December in 2023 and 114 in Q3, which puts the company...
How CBDCs and stablecoins could impact monetary policy: Fed report
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1 February, 2024

How CBDCs and stablecoins could impact monetary policy: Fed report

While TradFi has built a reputation that could withstand the test of time, CBDCs and stablecoins are making a name...
Central banks are adopting AI despite inherent risks
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1 February, 2024

Central banks are adopting AI despite inherent risks

Even before artificial intelligence gained mainstream popularity, central banks have been utilizing the technology, according to a study by the...
Hong Kong AI adoption on par with other financial hubs: report
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1 February, 2024

Hong Kong AI adoption on par with other financial hubs: report

While Hong Kong is seen as a prime environment for artificial intelligence adoption, a survey identified some risks that may...
South Africa shortlists 50 applicants for VASP licensing
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31 January, 2024

South Africa shortlists 50 applicants for VASP licensing

While over 100 companies applied for the license, the FSCA only forwarded 50 companies to the licensing committee, with some...
HyperVerse scam founder Xue ‘Sam’ Lee hit with criminal, civil fraud charges
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31 January, 2024

HyperVerse scam founder Xue ‘Sam’ Lee hit with criminal, civil fraud charges

The charges against Xue 'Sam' Lee, accusing him of orchestrating the scheme that took $1.89 billion from its 'investors' between...