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FreeBnk Launches Crypto Visa Card and Unveils New Brand Identity

FreeBnk, the innovative neobank bridging traditional and decentralized finance, is thrilled to announce its Crypto Visa Card, which boasts unmatched global coverage in 140+ countries. This milestone sets the stage for a comprehensive brand overhaul launching in January, reinforcing FreeBnk’s commitment to excellence and innovation.   Crypto Visa Card: Redefining Spending in the Digital Era…

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Cardano Foundation clarifies position on ecosystem’s governance controversies

Cardano Foundation has responded to criticisms of its overt involvement in the Project Catalyst program, noting that it is acting in the network’s best interests. In a blog post, the non-profit organization explained its role within the Cardano Network. According to the Foundation, it has been actively involved in Project Catalyst since 2021 through participation…

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OpenLedger Partners With Restaking Platform Ether.fi To Enhance Security And Scalability

The partnership will see OpenLedger leverage the $6 billion TVL in Ether.fi to bolster network security and enhance scalability.  Decentralized AI platform OpenLedger, which provides a data blockchain for AI model development, announced a strategic partnership with Ether FI, a leader in restaking infrastructure, to enhance the platform’s AI capabilities, security and scalability. Announced Tuesday,…

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Japanese Giant Metaplanet Expands Bitcoin Holdings with New Bond Issuance  

Metaplanet Inc. issued ¥4.5 billion in bonds to finance Bitcoin purchases, aiming to strengthen its position among top corporate Bitcoin holders.   The bonds have a 0% interest rate and will mature in June 2025, as Metaplanet builds on its established Bitcoin acquisition strategy.   The company plans additional private placement bonds worth ¥5 billion, expanding its…

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Mt. Gox Transfers Impact Bitcoin Market

In a pivotal development, Mt. Gox, once the leading cryptocurrency exchange, has executed substantial Bitcoin transactions totaling 191,678 BTC, which equates to about $20.42 million, to a newly designated address. This was followed by the transfer of an additional 1,428 BTC, bringing the total transactions to approximately $152 million. Current estimates suggest that Mt. Gox…

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Avalanche Unveils Major Network Upgrade

Two major developments in blockchain technology emerged this week, highlighting ongoing efforts to enhance scalability and efficiency across layer-1 networks. Avalanche rolled out its largest upgrade to date, Avalanche9000, introducing improvements that reduce costs for launching subnet blockchains and running smart contracts. Meanwhile, Monad Labs announced the formation of the Monad Foundation, an independent entity…

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Nasdaq-100 Shakeup: 3 Stocks that Can Gain

Neither the author, Tim Fries, nor this website, The Tokenist, provide financial advice. Please consult our website policy prior to making financial decisions. Investors like to see capital-allocation hierarchies, and Nasdaq-100 (NDX) is one of them. Year-to-date, this index grew by 32%, capturing the performance of the 100 largest non-financial firms. Nearly 60% of Nasdaq 100 companies…

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Ripple’s RLUSD Stablecoin Approved: How Will It Reshape Global Transactions?

Ripple has made it official—everyone can now use its RLUSD stablecoin starting today, December 17, 2024. Given Ripple’s deep expertise in global payments, this addition will contribute to bolstering the XRP Ledger and further developing Ripple’s growing financial ecosystem. Ripple’s President, Monica Long, shared her insights on the launch, stating: “The world of stablecoins is…

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Pfizer Targets Up to $64B Revenue in 2025 Amid Strategic Cost Savings

Neither the author, Tim Fries, nor this website, The Tokenist, provide financial advice. Please consult our website policy prior to making financial decisions. Pfizer has reaffirmed its guidance for the full year 2024 and provided new projections for 2025. The pharmaceutical giant has set its revenue expectations for 2025 between $61.0 billion and $64.0 billion, with adjusted…

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How Bitcoin (BTC) Mining is Powering Europe’s Renewable Energy Revolution

Bitcoin (BTC) mining is a revenue stream for Europe’s excess energy while stabilizing power grids. Given the increasing reliance on renewable energy, miners consume unused electricity that would otherwise be surplus. The energy systems that Bitcoin mining supports while simultaneously generating profits are turning this technology into a strategic energy asset. Bitcoin Mining Balances Germany’s…

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Xterio Partners with Reka to Build Emotionally Intelligent AI Agents for Gaming and Beyond

– Advertisement – Singapore, Singapore, December 17th, 2024, Chainwire Xterio aims to redefine AI-human interaction with emotionally adaptive companions that evolve with users. In an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, Xterio is taking a bold step forward by partnering with Reka, a leading AI startup, to develop emotionally intelligent AI agents that promise…

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