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Brazil rolls out blockchain-based digital ID

Brazil is launching its new national identity program powered by blockchain technology. Rio de Janeiro, Goiás, and Paraná will be the first states to issue identification documents on-chain.

Leased proof-of-stake (LPoS), explained

This article provides a deep dive into leased proof-of-stake (LPoS), establishing how it works, its benefits, key features and its role in blockchains.

FTX hacker's wallet stirs as Ethereum ETFs prepare for U.S. debut

The data reveals two separate transactions in which the exploiter moved 2,500 ETH, each valued at $4 million.

Bitwise announces Ethereum ETF’s launch on October 2

Bitwise stated that this move will enable investors to access CME Ether futures within the widely embraced and regulated ETF framework.

Paradigm accuses SEC of bypassing rules in Binance lawsuit

Paradigm claimed the SEC is attempting to use the allegations in its complaint to alter the law without adhering to the established rulemaking process.

Do Kwon dismisses Slack chat records as irrelevant evidence

Slack conversations between Terraform Labs' co-founders Do Kwon and Daniel Shin have exposed their contemplation of orchestrating fraudulent transactions on the Terra blockchain.

Pond0x DEX claims $100M in trading volume as critics allege it’s a scam

Pond0x reported that its DEX reached $100 million in cumulative volume, citing a Dune dashboard as evidence.

Chainlink quietly changes multisig rules, Mixin offers $20M bounty: Finance Redefined

Mixin Network has offered a $20 million bug bounty to the exploiter behind a $200 million hack to return the remaining funds.

Google Cloud is now a validator on the Polygon network

According to Polygon, “the same infrastructure used to power YouTube and Gmail” will help secure its network.

SBI works with UAE’s TradeFinex to set up joint crypto venture in Japan

SBI Holdings will work with UAE firm TradeFinex on a Japanese joint venture aimed at boosting adoption of its enterprise blockchain platform running on the XDC Network.

China dev fined 3 yr’s salary for VPN use, 10M e-CNY airdrop: Asia Express

Crypto industry concerns after Chinese dev fined 3 year’s salary for using a VPN, largest Ponzi in Hong Kong history, JPEX saga, and more.

PayPal applies for NFT marketplace patent for on- or off-chain asset trading

PayPal’s proposed NFT purchase and transfer system would handle fractionalization, DAOs and royalties through a third-party provider.

Buenos Aires to issue blockchain-based digital ID

The first documents to be available on-chain in Buenos Aires include birth and marriage certificates, along with proof of income and academic verification.

Median Web3 developer salary stands at $128K in 2023

In a recent Pantera survey, less than 2% of respondents said they worked full-time in an office setting, with the rest working remotely.

Bitcoin lender Ledn to roll out ETH, USDT interest accounts

Spurred on by user requests, traditional Bitcoin lending firm Ledn is rolling out an Ethereum yield product.

Tottenham Hotspur taps Chiliz blockchain for Web3 fan token

Spurs becomes the first Premier League team in two years to issue its own fan token on the Chiliz blockchain.

Coinbase International launches perpetual futures trading for retail customers

The recent regulatory approval for the international subsidiary of Coinbase comes within a month of getting the NFA nod to offer crypto derivatives services to institutional clients in eligible US states.

Europe drives institutional crypto adoption: Blockchain Expo Amsterdam

Conversations with key speakers at the Blockchain Expo in Amsterdam suggest that cryptocurrency exchanges and companies see Europe as a key region for growth.

Minecraft bans Bitcoin P2E, iPhone 15 & crypto gaming, Formula E: Web3 Gamer

Microsoft bans play-to-earn Bitcoin Minecraft server Satlantis, iPhone 15 has big potential for crypto gaming, Formula E preview, and more.

Uniswap Foundation targets $62M in additional funding

The Foundation plans to issue $15 million per year in community grants to fund DeFi projects.

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