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Animoca Brands & Rayls team up to boost RWA tokenisation access

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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Animoca Brands partners with Rayls to enhance tokenisation of real-world assets, opening new institutional and retail pathways to digital securities globally.
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Trust & compliance seen as keys to mainstream Web3 adoption

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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A survey of 1,500+ professionals reveals trust, compliance, and identity assurance as crucial for mainstream adoption of Web3 wallets and digital asset services.
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Bluwhale launches AI Stablecoin Agent as market tops $300bn

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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Bluwhale launches AI-powered Stablecoin Agent to manage digital dollars as stablecoin market tops $300bn, aiming to boost individual investor returns.
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Tokenised funds set to reach $235 billion with DeFi surge

Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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Tokenised funds are forecast to surge from $4 billion in 2024 to $235 billion by 2029, driven by growing links between traditional asset management and DeFi platforms.
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OVHcloud named 'Star' as Asia blockchain sector hits USD $57bn

Thu, 18th Sep 2025
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OVHcloud was named a 'Star' for the second year as Asia's blockchain sector nears USD $57bn, boosted by Singapore's rapid market growth and strong infrastructure.
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Crypto: From grey zone to growth zone

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Crypto adoption stalls near 20% in Australia amid regulatory fears, but clear rules could boost trust and unlock widespread growth and investment potential.
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AI website builder Lovable fuels rise in phishing & scams

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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Cybercriminals exploit AI website builder Lovable to swiftly create phishing and scam sites, lowering barriers for digital crime, warns cybersecurity firm Proofpoint.
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From locked-out to let in: Tokenisation's promise for everyday investors

Mon, 18th Aug 2025
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Real estate tokenisation lets everyday investors buy property shares via blockchain, unlocking a $60bn market shift while regulation races to keep pace.
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Bitcoin dominance hits four-year high as crypto market rebounds

Fri, 9th May 2025
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The crypto market saw a 9.9% rise in April, with Bitcoin hitting a four-year dominance high at 63%, amid economic uncertainty and cautious investing.
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NFTs aren't just art - they will shape your future

Mon, 10th Mar 2025
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NFTs are evolving beyond digital art, impacting sectors like music and finance, and offering unique opportunities for ownership in the digital future.
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The Future of SME Finance: Can Fintech Replace Traditional Lending?

Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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SMEs increasingly turn to fintech for faster, more efficient funding solutions as traditional banks' stringent requirements hinder access to capital.
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LayerZero partners with Rayls to enhance blockchain finance

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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Rayls has partnered with LayerZero to enhance cross-chain connectivity for financial institutions, aiming to integrate traditional finance with decentralised finance.
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Alert issued over North Korean LinkedIn job offer scam

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Bitdefender has warned LinkedIn job seekers of a North Korea-linked cybercriminal group employing fraudulent job offers to deliver malware and steal credentials.
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Crypto industry poised for major growth in 2025

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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Adrian Przelozny forecasts a transformative 2025 for cryptocurrency, buoyed by pro-crypto US policies and growing institutional investment.
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Ripple launches RLUSD stablecoin with global partners

Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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Ripple has unveiled RLUSD, a USD stablecoin for enterprises, launching it with key partners like Uphold and Bitstamp to ensure global access.
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Check Point reveals first mobile crypto drainer on Google Play

Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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Check Point Research has exposed the first mobile crypto drainer app on Google Play, which stole USD $70,000 worth of digital assets from at least 150 users.
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Here comes crypto: The three stages of disruption

Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
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Cryptocurrencies are reshaping finance much like Netflix transformed home entertainment, with traditional institutions facing a critical decision: adapt or risk obsolescence.
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Why 'trust us, we're an exchange!' simply isn't good enough

Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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Trust is paramount in the crypto world. Exchanges must earn it through robust security, user education, and transparency to ensure a safe investment environment.
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io.finnet launches io.vault, a solution for digital assets

Fri, 17th May 2024
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Tech company io.finnet unveils io.vault, a pioneering self-custody solution for institutional digital asset management, already gaining traction with top industry players.
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Ripple to release dollar-pegged stablecoin boosting crypto solutions market

Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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Ripple unveils plans to launch a stablecoin, fully backed by US dollar reserves, aiming to bridge the gap between traditional finance and cryptocurrency markets.