Block Media TV anchor O Jin-seok delves into Hong Kong's burgeoning crypto scene, fueled by relaxed regulations and the potential arrival of a Bitcoin ETF. Attending a significant web conference in the city, he paints a picture of a unique blend of Eastern and Western influences, where DeFi (decentr
Shard Lab, a subsidiary of the leading blockchain investment firm Hashed, is partnering with Thai fintech giant SCB X to host the inaugural Southeast Asia Blockchain Week (SEABW2024) conference in Bangkok, Thailand, from April 22nd to 28th, 2024.SEABW2024 aims to explore the burgeoning Web3 technolo
NEW YORK -- Worldcoin, the cryptocurrency project known for its iris-scanning identity verification system, announced plans to launch a new blockchain platform called "World Chain" this summer.World Chain, built on Ethereum's Layer 2 (L2) framework, aims to prioritize human users and foster real-wor
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - While headlines paint a picture of regional tension, a different story unfolds here. The city is abuzz with a different kind of hunger: cryptocurrency.This week, Dubai hosted a wave of blockchain enthusiasts at "Token 2049," the world's premier crypto event. Typically h
StarkNet Asia is set to introduce the StarkNet ecosystem project at 'STARK Seoul,' scheduled to take place at Nonce Lounge starting at 10 a.m. on the 29th. Speakers from Voyager, Radius, Node Guardians, zkLend, and zkLink will discuss the StarkNet ecosystem at the event.Sponsored by Starkware, Voyag
The total value locked (TVL) in decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols has crossed $100 billion for the first time in nearly two years, according to a report by Coin Otech News on Mar. 9. This milestone signifies a resurgence in the DeFi sector, fueled in part by the recent rise in Bitcoin prices.Th
Cryptocurrency analyst Ben Armstrong sees a potential buying opportunity in Ripple (XRP) as the digital asset could be nearing a significant price increase.In a recent YouTube video, Armstrong argues that the current market slump might be the last chance to acquire XRP before its value climbs consid
As Bitcoin climbs closer to its record highs, analysts at Bernstein, a research and advisory firm, predict a significant rise in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector. This comes after a recent Bitcoin rally attributed mainly to inflows into spot ETFs.Bitcoin is currently nearing its 2021 peak of
The Korea Environmental Foundation (KEF) announced the successful conclusion of the first season of its "Seed Bolt NFT Collection" project on February 26th. The project, conducted in partnership with Dunamu and the Korea Arboretum and Garden Management Center, aimed to raise awareness about biodiver
Two Klaytn heavyweights, Neofin and Superwork, have announced a strategic partnership that promises to shake up the DeFi landscape on the Klaytn blockchain. This collaboration, dubbed the "meeting of Klaytn's largest DeFi and active apps," brings together Neofin, the network's leading DeFi platform,
NEW YORK -- The world of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) has witnessed a remarkable rise in Solana-based assets, with their total sales volume exceeding $5 billion for the first time, according to data from Cryptoslam. This milestone signifies Solana's growing influence in the NFT space, marked by a surg
In a move that signals the growing embrace of blockchain technology in sports, the Korea Professional Football League (K-League) announced a strategic partnership with Chiliz, a leading global sports and entertainment blockchain company. This landmark deal, signed on Feb.19, signifies K-League's com
The world of webtoons, popular digital comics enjoyed globally, is on the cusp of a significant transformation with the burgeoning adoption of generative artificial intelligence (AI). While AI promises to revolutionize the industry by boosting productivity and potentially streamlining the creative p
Bithumb Burrito Wallet, a South Korean cryptocurrency wallet, has announced a strategic partnership with Discover Feed, a global metaverse platform focused on recreating offline club culture in virtual spaces. This collaboration aims to popularize blockchain technology and expand the reach of both c
In a major step towards positioning itself as a global hub for digital asset innovation, Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has announced a strategic partnership with the Solana Foundation. This collaboration, reported by Cointelegraph on Feb. 8, aims to accelerate the develop
In a move aimed at bolstering the defenses of the burgeoning Web3 landscape, Dunamu, a leading blockchain and fintech company, and Tiori, a cybersecurity firm, announced a strategic partnership Monday. The collaboration formalized through a signed memorandum of understanding (MOU), will focus on nur
After a turbulent year, domestic blockchain and cryptocurrency companies cast their nets wide, signaling a renewed hunger for talent as the market shows signs of recovery. From established players like Catalyze Research to newcomers like Popillus, the hunt for marketers, developers, and researchers
The NFT market experienced a mixed bag last week, with significant collections seeing their floor prices dip while meme-inspired projects took a considerable hit. According to Block Media's Weekly NFT Report, the overall market capitalization fell 2.3 percent to $3.128 billion, even as Ethereum, the
The Financial Services Commission (FSC) of South Korea has issued a consumer warning against a piece investment platform called "Gaon," operated by Richsoft. The platform is accused of falsely claiming to be an innovative financial business operator designated by the FSC and misleading investors wit
Sam Bankman-Fried's cryptocurrency exchange FTX, which collapsed in November 2023, has announced that it will repay all of its customers' funds and abandon plans to reopen the exchange. The decision comes after months of speculation about the exchange's future and follows a court hearing on Tuesday