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Marathon Digital Holdings navigates bear market with a price protection strategy and increased hash rate, achieving a quarterly record of 2,195 BTC mined. The company’s energy-efficient fleet and foreign partnerships, like the joint venture in Abu Dhabi, help position it for ongoing expansion.

DIBA, a new marketplace for exchanging Bitcoin-based non-fungible tokens (NFTs), offers trading on layer 2 networks like the Lightning Network. Using “Really Good for Bitcoin” (RGB) smart contracts, DIBA aims to enable cheaper, more private transactions and simplify token issuance on Bitcoin.

Ripple unveils the Ripple CBDC Platform, an end-to-end solution for issuing central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Aimed at enhancing financial inclusion and minimizing risk, the platform leverages XRP Ledger’s blockchain technology for efficient management and customization of fiat-based CBDCs.

Ripple is developing a platform for central banks, governments, and financial institutions to issue their own central bank digital currency (CBDC), offering benefits like minting, distribution, and accessibility in areas with limited internet connectivity. The platform will be tested within the e-HKD pilot program, highlighting its real-world potential and versatility.

The Hunan Province in China has introduced digital yuan loans for tech startups, as the country explores central bank digital currency (CBDC) financing options. With real-time online lending, digital yuan can save time and handling fees, promoting small businesses and showcasing CBDC potential in lending. However, potential risks, such as market volatility and cybersecurity, must be addressed diligently.

The National Bank of Ethiopia has issued a mobile money-service license to M-Pesa, challenging state-owned Telebirr’s dominance. This development supports Ethiopia’s shift towards greater financial digitalization and increased digital payments accessibility for unbanked Ethiopians. Nonetheless, the legal status of crypto assets remains unclear in the country.

Ripple’s managing director, Sendi Young, addresses the lack of diversity in the crypto industry and shares the company’s strategies, including diverse slate recruitment, setting clear objectives, and monitoring progress. Improving diversity and inclusivity in crypto requires tangible goals, collaboration, and addressing its libertarian roots.

The White House’s national standards strategy identifies distributed ledger technology (DLT) and digital identity infrastructure as having significant economic impact potential. The strategy aims to bolster US leadership in developing international standards for emerging tech sectors and promote global standards through private sector synergies. DLT holds promise for cybersecurity and privacy-centered features and services.

Alibaba Cloud’s launchpad Cloudverse enables businesses to deploy metaverses on the Avalanche blockchain network, revolutionizing customer engagement in partnership with traditional technology enterprises. This collaboration marks Alibaba’s growing interest in and adoption of blockchain technology.

Basketball star LeBron James sported limited-edition RTFKT x Nike Air Force 1 Genesis sneakers before a game, which are obtained through Ethereum NFTs. With opportunities for brands and fans, questions on exclusivity, practicality, and inflated valuations in secondary markets arise. Balancing innovation and accessibility is crucial for blockchain and NFTs in fashion and consumer goods.

Amidst financial chaos in the banking industry, digital assets and decentralized finance (DeFi) emerge as beacons of hope, offering opportunities for a new financial system focusing on access, inclusivity, and self-autonomy, potentially revolutionizing traditional banking with blockchain technology.