A study shows that 90% of surveyed central banks worldwide are exploring the future issuance of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Blockchain.News interviewed industry experts to find out the outlook of Hong Kong’s digital currency and its potential adoption. The outlook of e-HKD In a recent discussion paper published by The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), the…
LOST’s entry into the metaverse with LOST Island will provide users with game-changing escape game experiences as the company has initiated various upcoming initiatives, the company told Blockchain.News. Rick Woo, Co-Founder, LOST LOST became the first escape room game to enter the metaverse in April 2022, and the company is creating an infinite escape game…
Blockchain.News recently had a conversation with Mr. Vincent Chok, the CEO of Hong Kong-based First Digital Trust, a technology-driven financial institution powering the digital asset industry, to help explore whether the cryptocurrency can be considered a viable addition to pension funds. Bitcoin as Game Changer against inflation for retirement The global economic crisis is taking…
Hong Kong-based start-up PANGU, a metaverse agency appointed by The Sandbox, is helping clients to enter into the metaverse by providing asset creation and branding consultation services. The company said it is building various business models, including the play-to-earn (P2E) model for clients to support its growth. Kenny Ng, the founder of PANGU by Kenal (left)…
As the Ethereum (ETH) merge slated for September 15 is a stone’s throw away, Blockchain.News conducted an exclusive interview with Anil Sawrup, the head of sales at Moneycorp Americas, to get more insights about what this much-anticipated event has to offer. Despite the merge being the talk of the town, it has been elusive for…
Working out has become a trending conversation on social network platforms. Exercise, especially indoor-style, is influencing lifestyle amid a wide range of COVID-19 lockdowns globally. Blockchain.News spoke to Keith Rumjahn, CEO of OliveX and Founder of DOSE token, to explore the potential development of a move-to-earn business model and how cryptocurrency shapes the virtual fitness and sports industry….
Zimbabwe’s Central Bank launched gold coins in July as part of efforts to help curb surging inflation amid a slump in the country’s currency. The move sparked interest in whether gold could serve as a safe haven investment during a market crisis. Based on Zimbabwe’s development, Blockchain.News recently had a conversation with Collin Plume, the…
Blockchain technology has been a game-changer, fueling the rise of decentralized applications and introducing novel concepts like Web3, NFTs, and the Metaverse. Leading this significant transition is BNB Chain, a platform dedicated to creating cross-chain/multi-chain infrastructure and interoperability. They aim to lay the groundwork for the next 1 billion Web3 users, making it effortless for…
In this insightful interview, we had the opportunity to engage with Johan Hörmark, the Digital Bonds Platform Project Manager at SEB. Johan provided a comprehensive overview of SEB’s new digital bond platform, which leverages blockchain technology to revolutionize the banking sector. The platform, known as so|bond, is utilized for primary issuances, safe-keeping, and managing events…
In the rapidly evolving world of blockchain and decentralized applications, Agoric stands out as a beacon for developers looking to transition from Web2 to Web3. But what exactly is Agoric, and why is it making waves in the developer community? In this exclusive interview with Diego Lizarazo, Director of Developer Relations at Agoric, we delve…