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APAC companies embracing AI & IoT while cybersecurity lags behind
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APAC companies are increasingly integrating AI and IoT into their operations but lack robust cybersecurity measures, according to a recent study by Kaspersky.
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The future of crypto wallets - do we really need seed phrases?
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Crypto wallets evolution questions the sustainability of seed phrases amidst a surge in digital theft, as industry innovators contemplate safer alternatives.
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Stablecoins: Clarifying myths and highlighting superpowers
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Stablecoins, an innovative class of cryptocurrency, combine the advantages of digital security and rapid transactions, despite myths and misunderstandings.
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Partisia Blockchain spearheads decentralisation discourse at World Crypto Forum
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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blockchain
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Swiss-based Partisia Blockchain takes centre stage at the inaugural World Crypto Forum, promoting the discourse on decentralisation alongside launching a new product.
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How eCommerce and fintech firms are leveraging the power of AI-enabled data centres
Fri, 5th Jan 2024
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Ecommerce and fintech firms tap into the potential of AI-enabled data centres, harnessing GPU-powered servers to enhance data processing, bolster fraud detection, and streamline payment systems.
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AI to customise cyber threats, predicts cybersecurity firm Gen
Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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cloud services
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cryptocurrency
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Gen predicts AI will customise and escalate cyber threats by 2024, making cybersecurity a daily life necessity.
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Horizen Labs has announced a new CTO
Fri, 16th Dec 2022
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engineering
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Zain Cheng named Chief Technology Officer at Horizen Labs. Cheng oversaw product teams, including sidechains and smart contracts, and EVM development.
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Check Point Research reveals how hackers run token scams and 'Rug Pull' money - and how to avoid them
Tue, 25th Jan 2022
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Scammers are altering smart contracts to create fraudulent tokens and stealing money from unsuspecting individuals, warns Check Point Research.
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Epazz teams up with Greenheart CBD Hemp to develop smart contracts worldwide
Thu, 31st Dec 2020
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Epazz collaborates with Greenheart CBD Hemp to develop smart contracts for their IEO. The global blockchain market is set to grow exponentially in 2021.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Globalization Partners?
Fri, 18th Sep 2020
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payroll systems
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Globalization Partners revolutionizes international hiring process with its technology, enabling companies to onboard staff in minutes.
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Oracle updates enterprise blockchain platform
Thu, 14th Feb 2019
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blockchain
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Oracle bolsters its blockchain suite, boosting customer app development and deployment across industries.
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The challenges of securing the Ethereum blockchain
Thu, 21st Jun 2018
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Over the past 18 months, blockchains & cryptocurrencies have emerged from technical obscurity to capture the attention of investors around the world.
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KyberNetwork introduces first decentralised cryptocurrency exchange
Thu, 10th Aug 2017
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Centralised exchanges are also prone to price manipulation, DDoS attacks, internal fraud, which KyberNetworks wants to change.
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Why smart contracts on the blockchain aren’t viable for businesses yet - Gartner
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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Smart contracts within blockchain platforms have a lot to offer, but the immaturity of the technology makes them a potential vulnerability for now.