AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI), a branch of computer science, is concerned with developing computers capable of doing tasks that would typically need human intelligence. Such tasks include learning from and adjusting to new facts or situations, reading human language, discovering patterns, problem-solving, and decision-making.
Santa Cruz Adopts Blockchain for Govt Services
Santa Cruz County in California is set to launch a pilot program using a blockchain-powered digital wallet for government services, including bicycle registration and RV parking registration. The program, powered by HUMBL, will launch in July 2023 and run a three-stage pilot program. The county aims to provide a formal report and rollout plan for the digital wallet by September 2023.
Blockchain Fights Climate Change
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has published a white paper outlining how blockchain technology can aid in the fight against climate change. Blockchain can improve market transparency, enhance trust and ambition within climate negotiations, democratize access to climate action, and funnel more funds to project developers. The WEF also stressed the need for constructive regulation to support digital climate innovation.
Raiffeisen Bank to Launch Crypto Investment Service
Raiffeisenlandesbank Niederösterreich-Wien is teaming up with Bitpanda to provide crypto investment services. Customers can invest in various assets regardless of the capital amount. The new offering will feature over 2,500 digital assets, including Bitcoin and Ether.
Deloitte seeks crypto experts
Deloitte is actively seeking individuals with cryptocurrency expertise, with over 300 job openings in the United States, including positions such as Blockchain & Digital Assets Manager and Tax Manager, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency. The firm signals its continued support and interest in Web3 and crypto.
Chainlink Oracles Integrate with GMX DEX
Chainlink’s low-latency oracles will integrate with the GMX decentralized exchange following a successful governance proposal, providing real-time market data to GMX v2.
Visa New Crypto Initiative
Visa is developing a new crypto product to promote the adoption of public blockchain networks and stablecoin payments. The company is seeking software engineers with experience in programming, Web3 technologies, and Solidity to build the product.
Blockchain and Human Consciousness
The reState Foundation held a virtual talk between Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, and Sadhguru, founder of the Isha Foundation, discussing how emerging technologies like blockchain will impact human consciousness.
Opera Browser Launches AI Prompt Feature
Opera One, the latest version of the Opera browser, now includes an AI integration known as AI Prompt, providing contextual prompts for web pages and highlighted text. The new version also includes access to other AI tools like ChatGPT and ChatSonic. The generative AI feature will enable shortened texts for accessible reads, explanations of complex ideas, and content creation. The updated browser is a Web3, "future proof" platform.
Venom Foundation Announces the Release of its Public Testnet
Venom, a Layer-1 blockchain that operates out of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), today announced that its public testnet is officially live. The milestone marks a significant accomplishment in Venom’s roadmap as it prepares to launch on mainnet. Along with the testnet launch, Venom has also unveiled a host of in-house developed decentralized applications as part of its growing ecosystem.
Unizen (ZCX) enters a strategic partnership with THORChain (RUNE)
The team at Unizen, operating the Web3 ecosystem found at zcx.com, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with the team at THORChain. Specifically, Unizen has integrated the THORChain settlement layer to enable swaps between ETH (Ethereum) and AVAX (Avalanche C-chain) to BTC (Bitcoin) and vice versa.