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Google’s entry into the Polygon PoS network could lift the blockchain’s credibility and promote mainstream adoption. But worries about centralization arise, potentially favoring powerful players over blockchain’s spirit of decentralization. With Google Cloud as a validator, maintaining a balance between corporate involvement and the founding principles of decentralization is essential.

“Arbitrum Foundation, a supporter of the Ethereum Layer 2 network, is partnering with Fracton Ventures to tap into the Japanese market. The alliance will focus on ecosystem construction and furnish community education, promoting Arbitrum’s adoption by Japanese developers and investors.”

“Bahrain’s Bank ABC has partnered with JPMorgan to use its Onyx blockchain for cross-border payments, marking the first Middle Eastern partnership with JPMorgan’s blockchain service. The blockchain-based payments promise to reduce settlement times and costs, initially piloting transactions in the US, UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong, using the US dollar.”

Coinbase’s layer-2 network, Base, has surpassed Solana in total value locked (TVL), with a significant 97.21% surge. This increase is majorly driven by decentralized exchange Aerodrome Finance and decentralized social media app Friend.tech. With legislative changes and regulatory scrutiny in play, Base’s future prominence in the crypto world remains uncertain.

“ConsenSys, a leader in Ethereum software, has decided to discontinue key toolkits, Truffle and Ganache. The firm plans to focus on empowering developers through MetaMask toolkits. The transition involves an alliance with HardHat, support platforms for developers and the launch of innovative decentralized applications, MetaMask Snaps.”

“In 2020, Apple and Goldman Sachs aimed to introduce a stock trading feature in Apple’s ecosystem. However, due to financial volatility, this was suspended. Despite Goldman Sachs pulling out of consumer banking, the groundwork for this feature remains, with potential for revisit. Incorporating stock trading positions Apple against established platforms like Robinhood, SoFi, and Square. Crypto trading expansion by these platforms indicates possibilities for future digital trading, but Apple’s participation is still uncertain.”

“Fantasy sports platform GameOn partners with Spanish football league LALIGA to launch Web3 games in the US and Canada, fostering an immersive soccer experience. Fans can engage in unprecedented, real-world LALIGA games, earning unique rewards, while fostering deeper interaction with clubs and players.”

“Deutsche Bank has partnered with cryptocurrency platform, Taurus, aiming to offer cryptocurrency custody to its customers. Taurus will provide custody and tokenization technology compliant with local regulations. Despite its forward-thinking approach, the volatile nature of crypto markets presents a financial risk.”

“Institutional investors and partnerships may significantly inspire trust in the crypto industry. The recent alliance between Komainu and Hidden Road engages a secure, regulated custody platform, opening the digital asset marketplace to secure transactions and fostering industry growth and longevity.”

“Zodia Custody, a Standard Chartered spin-off, has partnered with Parity Technologies, the developer of the Polkadot blockchain. The collaboration aims to strengthen the Polkadot ecosystem with institutional backing, extending the integration of financial institutions into the blockchain network through securing digital assets.”

“Israel and Hong Kong have completed their retail central bank digital currency (rCBDC) test runs, focusing on private participation, inclusivity, and security. Project Sela merges cash characteristics with digitization benefits, addressing policy, security, technology, and legal issues. However, real-time gross settlement (RTGS) system limitations and developmental challenges remain.”

U.S. and Vietnam solidify ties through business partnerships focused on AI technologies, cloud computing and semiconductors. Industry giants like Google, Intel, Microsoft, and Nvidia support this initiative, signaling Vietnam’s shift from economic centralization to a more open approach.

Animoca Brands, a forefront player in the evolving blockchain technology sector, recently raised $20 million for their Web3 identity project, Mocaverse. This funding aims to advance Mocaverse by directing more resources towards product development, Web3 adoption, and building new alliances. However, there exist concerns about the project’s execution, data privacy and the balance between expansion and sustainability.

Decentralized exchange Sushi is extending its services to non-Ethereum Virtual Machine compatible blockchain, Aptos, marking a major development. This strategic move could potentially attract fresh capital towards Aptos while enhancing cross-chain trading experiences and opening up new possibilities for liquidity across major blockchain networks.

Mirae Asset Securities collaborates with Polygon Labs to facilitate tokenization and Web3 integration with traditional finance. This alliance aims to create an infrastructure for issuing and transacting tokenized securities – translating tangible assets into blockchain-backed cryptographic tokens. The partnership anticipates reshaping capital markets by eliminating intermediaries, promising a more efficient, transparent, and inclusive global financial system.

‘Residency by Adidas’ offers a new platform for web3-powered digital artists to innovate and create valuable connections within the Adidas community. This venture seeks to bridge physical and virtual worlds with collaborations and its introduction takes place at the Korean Blockchain Week with partnership by NFT Now.