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Samsung partners with Canadian startup Tenstorrent to develop AI chips, using advanced Samsung manufacturing processes. This innovation, fuelled by a successful funding round, has the potential to create high-performance computing solutions for global customers. However, challenges remain in a fluctuating AI chip market and evolving geopolitical dynamics.

“Tencent, the operator of WeChat and WeChat Pay, is teaming up with the People’s Bank of China to promote the use of the digital yuan via Project mBridge. While this challenges the dominance of WeChat Pay and Alipay, the digital yuan is anticipated to complement rather than compete with these platforms. This venture signifies a technological revolution in payment systems, though its uncertainties remain to be explored.”

The partnership between Wrapped.com and Swarm simplifies the conversion process across different blockchain networks, bridging industry divides. This collaboration infuses cross-chain technology with a custody-based solution, significantly influencing DeFi markets and rendering cross-chain crypto partnerships accessible to a broader audience. This may attract more institutional investments, marking a significant step in shaping the blockchain future.

“In the midst of a crypto winter, the blockchain industry is innovating and adapting. Major shifts like MakerDAO’s potential move from Ethereum to Solana or Cosmos depict this change. Discussions suggesting Ethereum should have a “Supreme Court” for disputes also indicate this evolution. Amid technological advances, the volatile crypto world is reminded: “Money doesn’t materialize out of thin air.””

BitGo, a California-based crypto custodian, plans to collaborate with South Korea’s Hana Bank in unleashing crypto custody services in 2024, dipping the traditional banking industry further into the digital currency revolution. The partnership signifies another vital step towards mainstream acceptance of digital currencies, however, it is important to carefully navigate regulatory challenges.

“Stellar, a globally recognized payments network, has joined the Bytecode Alliance, with a mission to advance the development of WebAssembly (Wasm). Wasm, initially used for browser applications, offers unique resiliency, making it an attractive alternative to Ethereum’s Virtual Machine (EVM) for executing smart contracts. Ultimately, Stellar’s goal is to impact Wasm development standards to benefit the broader Blockchain community.”

Generative AI’s integration with Web3 and the idea of a blockchain specifically for generative AI is gathering interest, given the centralized control concerns of AI foundation models. Open-source models might ease their adoption on Web3 platforms, making blockchain architectures a promising solution for transparency issues. However, constructing a specialized blockchain for generative AI comes with challenges that need thoughtful consideration and collective action.

The Helium Foundation and Oxit partnership aims to enhance IoT connectivity by developing the Oxtech Module, which connects devices to both the decentralized Helium wireless network and Amazon Sidewalk. As these integrated networks offer increased connectivity for IoT devices, concerns arise about security, data privacy, and market feasibility.

Austrian-based Bitpanda’s partnership with Coinbase enables the integration of Bitpanda Technology Solutions with banks and fintechs, offering crypto products to European customers. This collaboration may fulfill growing demand while raising questions about potential risks and the need for balancing viable digital asset services.

Railgun DAO partners with Chainway to incorporate a “proof of innocence” feature, addressing AML and sanctions compliance concerns without compromising user privacy. The feature enables users to mathematically demonstrate their funds’ legality and verify blacklisted addresses while maintaining anonymity.

AllianceBlock’s NexeraID recently joined the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), working towards standardization of decentralized identifiers and verifiable credentials. This collaboration solidifies NexeraID’s commitment to web standards, empowering users to manage digital identities securely, fostering innovation, and driving advancements in digital ID space.

“Web3 gaming, a blend of video gaming and blockchain technology, is revolutionizing the gaming scene with aspects like decentralization, true ownership, and community. Innovations such as play-to-earn, NFTs offer a respite from Web2 monopoly. However, the fast-paced progress of Web3 gaming requires keeping up with promising projects in the blockchain-oriented gaming ecosystem.”

The South Korean central bank, BOK, is advancing towards a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) pilot, scheduled for late 2024. By testing a wholesale CBDC model first, it aims to streamline inter-bank settlements while preparing for retail use. The bank collaborates with domestic institutions and international bodies like the BIS, though it remains undecided on fully endorsing a digital won.