Binance Academy has established a blockchain research institute in China to foster DLT innovation. Binance Academy, the educational arm of leading crypto exchange Binance, announced the establishment of a blockchain research institute in Shanghai on March 30. The Lingang Blockchain Technology and Industry Research Institute is intended to operate as a think-tank and talent hub […]
Continue ReadingSF Express, the second-largest courier services provider in China, is exploring the use of blockchain to transport critical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic. SF Express, the second-largest courier services provider in China, is exploring the use of blockchain to transport critical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 30, the Global Times — an English-language […]
Continue ReadingRoger Ver, the prominent Bitcoin Cash advocate and former CEO of Bitcoin.com, appears to think that the world’s reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic is disproportionate. Roger Ver, the prominent Bitcoin Cash (BCH) advocate and former CEO of Bitcoin.com, appears to think that the world’s reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic is disproportionate. In a tweet published […]
Continue ReadingAlgorand has launched a blockchain-based global survey and public database providing real-time updates on the spread of coronavirus. Proof-of-stake cryptocurrency platform Algorand has created a global survey intended to compile an open database on the spread, status, and symptoms of the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 27, the company tweeted that its ‘IReportCovid’ survey app will […]
Continue ReadingIn the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, a number of blockchain firms have stepped up their global relief efforts. With cases of the deadly coronavirus still popping up at an unprecedented rate around the world, many prominent members of the blockchain and crypto industries have heeded the global cry for help and have swiftly engaged […]
Continue ReadingChinese media has been quiet about the launch of their Blockchain Service Network since the outbreak of COVID-19. Numerous cryptocurrency media outlets have published recent reports asserting that China’s Blockchain Service Network will launch in April 2020. However, these predictions appear to be based on local reports published prior to China’s first official fatality resulting […]
Continue ReadingThe World Health Organization has launched a blockchain-based platform for global information and tracking of the COVID-19 pandemic. The World Health Organization (WHO) has partnered on March 28 with major blockchain and tech companies to launch a distributed ledger technology (DLT)-based platform for sharing data concerning the coronavirus pandemic. The platform, MiPasa, is built on […]
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Binance opens a research institute in Shanghai’s Lingang area, though it should not officially be considered a Binance office. Binance Academy has entered into an agreement with Shanghai’s local government to set up an office in the country. The initiative will reportedly be devoted to research blockchain technology in accordance with an Oct. 24 statement […]
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Binance Charity launches global campaign to distribute medical supplies to the countries hardest hit by coronavirus. Binance Charity has launched an initiative that seeks to raise $5 million in cryptocurrencies to purchase medical supplies for the countries that have been the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Binance will lead the #CryptoAgainstCOVID campaign with an […]
Continue ReadingAfter successfully raising the money for an advanced pre-triage medical post, the Italian Red Cross will continue accepting Bitcoin donations. The Italian Red Cross is now seeking Bitcoin (BTC) donations to purchase emerging medical equipment after its first-crypto initiative surpassed its goal within three days. On March 12, Italy’s Red Cross launched a BTC fundraising […]
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