BIG Weekly Newsletter

December 14, 2023
Issue: No 214

A Message To The Reader

Welcome to the BIG weekly Newsletter!

This week read about how UAE researchers launch blockchain carbon trading platform at COP28, why M&G invests in UK regulated crypto derivative exchange GFO-X and how blockchain meets AI as Web3’s saviour in 2024.

Remember to listen to Unchained podcast with Laura Shin, where she dives into the week’s hottest news story, and then gives a rundown of the biggest headlines in the weekly news recap on Fridays.

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We are hiring! BIG is looking for a Senior Partner at Blockchain Innovation Group AG
Following BIG's successful business development over the last five years with a focus on financial services, implementing various projects related to blockchain and digital assets, we are expanding into new industries and are looking for an experienced industry leader with hands-on experience in business development, project management and technology.

BLOCKCHAIN HEADLINES

UAE researchers launch blockchain carbon trading platform at COP28
An Abu Dhabi government-affiliated research center has announced the launch of a new blockchain-powered carbon tracking and trading platform amid efforts from the United Arab Emirates government to lower emissions toward net zero.

COINTELEGRAPH

M&G invests in UK regulated crypto derivative exchange GFO-X
M&G’s Crossover strategy contributed $20 million of the investment and targets companies it expects to get listed (Crossover) on a public market in the future.

LEDGERINSIGHTS

Blockchain Meets AI as Web3’s Saviour in 2024
For Web3, the proverbial calm before the storm seems to have taken an unusual turn. The storm swept through the industry, leaving behind a quietness for investors and founders.

THERECURSIVE

REGULATED DIGITAL ASSETS (STO, TRADING, CUSTODY, COMPLIANCE)

FINMA-regulated digital asset provider Taurus expands into Germany
Taurus SA, a Swiss institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure provider regulated by FINMA, has announced the expansion of its operations with a new office in Frankfurt, Germany. This step is part of Taurus SA’s growth as a technology leader in Europe.

FINANCEFEEDS

      DTCC completes acquisition of tokenization solution Securrency
      DTCC has closed the acquisition of Securrency, the tokenization technology firm. The Securrency brand is being dropped and the solution is part of DTCC Digital Assets.

      LEDGERINSIGHTS

          Robinhood broadens crypto service to Europe, notes region's digital asset regulation
          EU countries are on track to implement a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets called MiCA, offering legal clarity for crypto service providers and bolstering the region's global position as a crypto hub.

          COINDESK

              FINANCIAL SERVICES & CENTRAL BANK DIGITAL CURRENCY (CBDC)

              Taiwan central bank completes wholesale CBDC study, plans next steps
              Taiwan’s central bank has completed a feasibility study of wholesale CBDC and is continuing to consider its introduction. The central bank is seeking feedback from businesses and academics.

              COINTELEGRAPH

              Would a CBDC tank crypto investments
              There has been talk about the possible introduction of CBDC. Such a currency would be an official, widely distributed type of cryptocurrency. What kind of impact might this official cryptocurrency have on other, and how can traders prepare as the future of CBDC, as is unpredictable.

              FINANCEFEEDS

              Republic of Palau reports high satisfaction in Ripple-based CBDC pilot
              The country conducted the pilot project with Ripple’s Central Bank Digital Currencies and Central Bank Engagements teams. The program additionally used Ripple’s CBDC platform on a technical level.

              CRYPTOSLATE

              CRYPTOCURRENCIES, DeFi and NFT

              Solana, Cardano, and the 7 Altcoins poised for an explosive 100x surge in 2024
              Bitcoin ETF token shines as a deflationary crypto project that strategically ties its utility with upcoming Bitcoin ETF approvals. With impressive milestones to reach, Bitcoin ETF token will burn up to 25% of its native token.
              ANALYTICSINSIGHT
              Avalanche DeFi protocols hit 9-month high as AVAX token rallies
              Over the past month, the network users have withdrawn more than 15 million AVAX tokens from protocols on the network despite the increasing dollar value of the assets.

              CRYPTOSLATE

              Amazon Prime Is giving out free card packs for NFT game 'Gods Unchained'
              The Amazon Prime Gaming portal has the first monthly reward up for grabs, containing 5 Rare Core Packs and one Core Domain Pack for Prime subscribers to claim.
              DECRYPT

              RECOMMENDED INDUSTRY REPORTS AND BOOKS

              2023 State of Crypto Report:
              Introducing the State of Crypto Index

              A16ZCRYPTO

              Swiss Digital Asset Custody Report 2023
              The safekeeping of financial assets is a global strength of Switzerland’s banking industry.

              HOMEOFBLOCKCHAIN

              PODCAST SERIES

              UNCHAINED PODCAST

              Laura Shin is a crypto/blockchain journalist and host of the Unchained podcast. As a former senior editor of Forbes, she was the first mainstream reporter to cover crypto assets full-time. She gives an overview to all experts and novices alike on the use cases making a real impact, and their vision for the future of this innovative technology!
              Unchained podcast

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