Following in the footsteps of New York City Mayor Eric Adams, Brussels MP Christophe De Beukelaer intends to convert his salary to Bitcoin, according to local media outlet Bruzz. De Beukelaer noted: “I am the first in Europe, but not in the world, who wants to put the spotlight on cryptocurrencies with such a step.” … Continue reading First Belgian Elected as European Legislator to Accept Salary in Bitcoin
To offer its fans new experiences in the blockchain gaming sphere, two-time Indonesian football league champion Persib Bandung has partnered with Liberty Gaming Guild (LGG). Gabriella Witdarmono, the vice president of partnership and activation at Persib, acknowledged that intertwining football and innovations like blockchain gaming is a step forward in the digital era. She noted: … Continue reading Top Indonesian Football Club Enters the Blockchain Gaming Arena, Partnering with LGG
As part of its expansion plan beyond home appliances, South Korean tech giant LG Electronics intends to add blockchain, cryptocurrency, and medical devices as new sectors in its corporate charter, according to local news outlet Korea JoongAng Daily. During the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on March 24, shareholders approved these changes so that … Continue reading LG Electronics Expands Business in terms of Blockchain Technology & Crypto
Blockchain-based crypto platform Algorand said it will implement smart contracts that automatically offset carbon emissions, and use part of the transaction fees to offset its carbon emissions. Climate change becomes one of the trending issues to tackle in the long term. The Crypto sector also looks for solutions to become more environmental-friendly. Algorand, a crypto … Continue reading Algorand Implements Sustainable Carbon Offset Smart Contracts
Algorand protocol has been unveiled as the official blockchain sponsor of the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). The partnership between the blockchain startup and the world’s football governing body was unveiled on Monday by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Algorand founder Silvio Micali in Los Angeles, USA. The partnership has effectively positioned Algorand as … Continue reading Algorand to Lead FIFA's Digital Strategy in New World Cup Partnership
Authentication solutions provider Veratad Technologies has partnered with UK-based Blockchain-ID Ltd to jointly develop BlockchainIDme, an authentication tool on the Algorand blockchain. In the current blockchain field, most users use their electronic wallets (including custodial and non-custodial) to store their digital asset data. Due to the continuous emergence of network attacks, security issues and control … Continue reading Veratad Technologies Pairs with Blockchain-ID Ltd to Developing Authentication Tool on Algorand
Embattled cryptocurrency lending platform Celsius Network has petitioned the US Bankruptcy Court to grant it permission to re-engage Rod Bolger, its former Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The firm highlighted its plan to tap from the wealth of experience Bolger, which he deployed in the firm’s services when he was the CFO for a period of … Continue reading Celsius Network Petitions Court to Consult Former CFO Rod Bolger
Algorand CEO Steven Kokinos stepped down as the head of the company, effective immediately. Sean Ford, Algorand’s current Chief Operating Officer (COO), has been appointed as Interim CEO, effective July 27, 2022, the company said on Wednesday. Kokinos is leaving the blockchain technology company to pursue other interests and will stay on as a … Continue reading Algorand CEO Steven Kokinos Steps down, COO Takes over the Helm
As a part of plans to expand its business scope to include platforms and software, South Korean tech giant LG Electronics is launching a crypto wallet application dubbed “Wallypto.” Hence, LG Electronics sees the creation of a virtual asset wallet as a stepping stone toward revamping its business portfolio that has traditionally leaned on hardware. … Continue reading LG Electronics to Roll Out Crypto Wallet
The global sports governing body of football, FIFA has launched a virtual assets platform dubbed FIFA+ Collect in partnership with Algorand Blockchain. According to the announcement, FIFA is taking the new development to democratize the accessibility of its fans to the captured moments of the “FIFA World Cup™ and FIFA Women’s World Cup™” in virtual … Continue reading FIFA Launches Digital Collectibles Platform in Collaboration With Algorand