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Swiss company DTR presents a Dirham-supported stablecoin, DRAM, aiming to facilitate global value transfer. Despite its non-availability in UAE and Hong Kong, the token, developed by Dram Trust is listed on decentralized exchanges like Uniswap, PancakeSwap trading with Binance Coin.

Worldcoin is a high-profile project blending cryptocurrencies, AI, and blockchain technology to establish a global, transparent identity and commerce system. A unique feature, World ID, utilizes an eye-scanning device that distinguishes human identity from AI robots, while also paving the way for decentralized, token-based commerce and potential income equality solutions.

The Global Financial Markets Association highlights the potential of distributed ledger technology (DLT) in securities markets, suggesting that its implementation could result in over $100 billion in annual savings and enhance industry growth and innovation. Embracing DLT opportunities in areas like collateral management, asset tokenization, and sovereign bond markets with robust regulatory oversight is crucial for realizing its full potential.

OpenAI’s Sam Altman is pushing to secure $100 million in funding for Worldcoin, a project aimed at creating a collectively owned, globally distributed cryptocurrency. With supporters touting its potential for financial inclusivity, skeptics question its real-world value and potential risks.

12 crypto startups raised over $151 million this week, highlighting the growing interest in Web3 gaming. Openfort secured $3 million to develop its wallet-as-a-service product, with plans to use account abstraction for a seamless gaming experience. The surge in investments indicates a promising future for Web3 gaming, blockchain platforms, and new technologies.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s Worldcoin project aims to create a global ID, currency, and a crypto payment app, raising concerns and skepticism over its biometric data requirement. With The Orb as its central tool, Worldcoin recently raised $115 million in Series C round, garnering investor enthusiasm despite the concerns.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has secured $115 million in Series C funding for Worldcoin, a cryptocurrency project focused on the Worldcoin token and decentralized World ID. The project aims to distribute tokens based on individuals’ unique statuses, using iris scans for identity verification. However, privacy concerns and potential safety risks have drawn criticism.

Worldcoin, a decentralized open-source protocol co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, recently raised $115 million in a Series C funding round led by Blockchain Capital. The project focuses on the World ID and Worldcoin token, aiming to revolutionize the crypto ecosystem while addressing user security and privacy concerns.

Tools for Humanity has raised $115 million in series C funding for projects including an alternative to the CAPTCHA test and the Worldcoin project. The company aims to create efficient bot detection methods while addressing concerns over privacy in their “Proof of Personhood” retina scan verification process.

“In the evolving world of blockchain, Bitfarms, a leading Bitcoin miner, intensified its mining operations in September, producing over 400 bitcoins. However, the company’s mining rate decreased compared to the previous year, illustrating a challenging mining environment. Meanwhile, UBS bank launched a pilot of a tokenized fund, emphasizing further advancements in blockchain and cryptocurrency space.”

“UBS bank launches a live pilot of a tokenized money market fund on Ethereum, aiming to democratize market liquidity. The project brings together traditional financial institutions and fintech providers. However, tokenization faces challenges such as asset valuation transparency and blockchain complexity.”

“France, Singapore, and Switzerland recently experimented with cross-border Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) using public blockchain and DeFi technology in a venture named Project Mariana. Despite successful trials, further investigation and iterations are required to fully understand the complexities of implementing such systems.”

“AI and blockchain technologies are set to restructure established sectors and create new markets, driving economic growth through task automation and modernising payment systems. However, they also pose risks, and their benefits may take another decade to materialise. Also, the migration of NFTs indicates belief in Bitcoin’s promise, though Ethereum still dominates the NFT market.”

“Bitcoin is the best performing asset for seven out of the last ten years, yet wealth advisors are still reluctant to support investments in this asset class. While Bitcoin’s predictable, finite supply can provide a buffer against inflation, its frequent value fluctuations present challenges. Nonetheless, it is a robust construct that can drastically reshape monetary transactions, making it an intriguing asset to watch.”

El Salvador’s national government partners with Google Cloud in a 7-year initiative to digitize governance, healthcare, and education systems. The wide-scale project aims at streamlining processes and revamping infrastructural resources, fostering a data-driven innovative hub. Skeptics question possible implications for citizen privacy and security. Success could inspire similar digital transformations globally.

“Worldcoin project, with its audacious ambition of creating a biometrically verified digital ID for every global citizen, has reignited global dialogues on data privacy. It’s faced mixed reviews for potentially manipulating less privileged communities by offering wealth in exchange for personal data.”

“Gucci is rewarding Gucci Vault Material NFT holders with exclusive physical items – unique bags or wallets. However, to claim these items, holders must ‘burn’ their Material NFTs, thus relinquishing these digital assets, complicating the decision-making process. Gucci Vault Material NFTs also have an expiry date for physical redemption.”

“The Electronic Trade Documents Act 2023, passed in the UK, enables the digital storage and distribution of trade documents, potentially leveraging blockchain technology. This could enhance security, compliance, and record traceability, and improve workflow efficiency, while considering reliability and security challenges.”

“Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, has expressed concerns over Worldcoin’s new human identity verification system. It uses iris scanning to provide proof of humanity, potentially preventing AI bot abuse. However, Buterin highlights potential risks, including the invasive nature of iris scanning and issues of privacy, security, and accessibility.”

“The Orb, a device by Worldcoin, verifies human identity through iris scans, as part of a vision to distribute universal basic income via cryptocurrency as AI evolves. Concerns center on biometric data use, data security, and significant societal shifts.”