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JCB, IDEMIA and Soft Space launch “JCBDC” Phase 2 pilot to trial CBDC offline P2P payments

Tokyo, Paris, Kuala Lumpur, Dec 13, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Japan's only international payment brand JCB Co., Ltd. ("JCB") has launched the “JCBDC” (JCB Digital Currency) Phase 2 pilot project with IDEMIA, a global leader in identity technologies, and the world’s leading fintech company Soft Space Sdn Bhd. ("Soft Space"). In Phase 1 of the JCBDC project, JCB, IDEMIA, and Soft Space developed a CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency) payment solution, enabling merchants to accept CBDC without the need to modify their POS (point of sale) terminals and payment

Verofax wins GITEX Supernova Web3 & Blockchain Award 2023

DUBAI, Nov 1, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Verofax, an innovator in Brand & Retail solutions, was selected among 521 startups globally as the best solution offering for Web3 & Blockchain, at the GITEX 2023 Expo,  Supernova Challenge in Dubai. Verofax, a UAE-based startup and service provider for turning shopping & products interactive, has emerged as the winner of the 2023 Supernova Challenge at Expand North Star Dubai, the world's largest startup event. The startup received the prize after rounds of pitching against global finalists. Verofax's groundbreaking solution combines interactive Product

BANTgo and Verofax Team Up to Revolutionize E-waste Collection Through Tokenized Rewards

DUBAI, Oct 24, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - In an ambitious stride towards environmental sustainability, BANTgo and Verofax have announced a pioneering collaboration to enhance e-waste collection. The groundbreaking partnership seeks to galvanize the masses into responsible recycling by rewarding their endeavors with tokenized incentives. Verofax, was awarded the GITEX Supernova Web3 and Blockchain award, introduces its innovative technology to this eco-initiative. The venture encompasses the deployment of advanced smart bins explicitly designed for e-waste collection. These bins are equipped with a validation system to ensure accurate assessment of the

Ennova Holdings Launches Upgrade ‘TIER’ to Empower Africa’s Financial Future Through Blockchain Innovation

Revolutionary Blockchain Initiative Seeks to Eradicate Financial Inequality in Africa Highlights: Financial Freedom Vision: Ennova Holdings 'TIER’ introduces blockchain solutions to empower Africa's unbanked population. Educational Empowerment: The organization prioritizes blockchain education for African and Asian youth, fostering economic growth. Innovative Payment Solutions: A multi-tiered app offers accessible, rewarding financial transactions, surpassing traditional remittance services. Global Inclusion: Future plans include a global credit rating agency for the unbanked, bridging international financial gaps. Cape Town, South Africa, 18th September 2023: Ennova Holdings, a forward-thinking organization committed to addressing financial inequality in

Blockpass integrates award-winning ID system with Solana Wallets, offers special discount to Solana projects

HONG KONG, Sept 7, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Blockpass has announced that it will be integrating its identity verification solution with Solana Wallets and supporting Solana projects with its revolutionary On-Chain KYC(R) solution. Additionally, Blockpass will provide a unique special offer available to all Solana projects in the form of a 50% discount. Solana is a blockchain network with the fundamental ideals of an open-source community, decentralization, staking and censorship resistance at its heart. The Solana network is validated by thousands of independently-operating nodes that ensures data remains secure

Starbox Group’s StarboxAI – ViPro Module: Transforming Content Creation

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Sept 5th, 2023 – Starbox Group Holdings Ltd. (Nasdaq: STBX), a dynamic player in cash rebates, digital advertising, and payment solutions, with a vision of leading in artificial intelligence (“AI”) solutions throughout Southeast Asia, is making waves with the launch of its groundbreaking StarboxAI - ViPro module. This innovative module introduces a text-to-video feature set to redefine content creation. The Text-to-Video feature within the StarboxAI - ViPro module is not just an addition; it's a revelation. It empowers content creators to seamlessly transmute textual instructions or scripts

Starbox Group Holdings Ltd. Announces First Half of Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results

Revenue and Net Profit Increased with Technology Driven Services Revenue Accounted for Approximately 43.8% of its Revenue KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, August 29, 2023 / Plato / Amplifi. Starbox Group Holdings Ltd. (Nasdaq: STBX) ("Starbox" or "the Company”), a service provider of cash rebates, digital advertising, and payment solutions with a goal of becoming a comprehensive AI solutions provider within Southeast Asia, today announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended March 31, 2023. Mr. Lee Choon Wooi, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Starbox, commented, “We are excited

Ex-Singapore Parliamentarian’s Swiss Company Launches Swiss Franc and Euro Stablecoins

Singapore investor and former parliamentarian Calvin Cheng's newly rebranded Swiss company, Anchored Coins, was granted membership in the Swiss VQF in early 2023. VQF is the largest and oldest cross-industry self-regulatory organisation in Switzerland and is officially recognised by FINMA, the country's financial services watchdog. Anchored Coins is launching a Swiss Franc-backed stablecoin (ACHF) and a Euro-backed stablecoin (AEUR), and will be issued on the Ethereum and BNB Chain blockchains. DCS Card Centre in Singapore is planning to issue credit cards collateralised by AEUR and ACHF. ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, Aug 16,

SCCG Partners with Wagyu Games: Unleashing Kill-to-Earn Blockchain Gaming with Flagship Product, Undead Blocks

LAS VEGAS, NV – SCCG Management, a prominent gambling advisory firm well-known for its significant involvement in esports and blockchain gaming, is excited to announce a new strategic partnership with Wagyu Games. As the industry leader in Kill-to-Earn gaming and the innovative creator of the blockchain-based game, Undead Blocks, Wagyu Games has positioned itself at the forefront of gaming technology. This collaboration with SCCG Management will focus on raising capital and strengthening the business development and distribution strategies for Wagyu Games' flagship product, Undead Blocks. By merging SCCG's strategic business

SCCG Partners with Kajot Games for Distribution of iGaming Content to North America and Worldwide

Las Vegas, NV – SCCG Management, a leading advisory firm in the global gambling industry, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Kajot, for the distribution of their world-class iGaming content, with an initial focus on social gaming in the United States. The collaboration is poised to eventually expand into real-money gaming within the US market, including targeted initiatives within specific states in collaboration with tribal casinos. Stephen Crystal, Founder & CEO of SCCG, stated, “We are thrilled to join forces with Kajot, an innovative partner known for their

SCCG Announces Strategic Partnership with AWARE, A Global Leader in KYC Software Solutions

SCCG Management announced a strategic partnership with AWARE, a world leader in biometric verification software solutions. This partnership aims to establish AWARE’s superior biometric software solutions in the global gambling industry, with SCCG leading the charge to distribute these innovative solutions to major operators worldwide. AWARE, a pioneering company listed on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "AWRE," has dramatically transformed the landscape of security and authentication with its comprehensive portfolio of innovative biometric solutions. These ground-breaking solutions enable secure biometric enrollment, authentication, and identity verification, facilitating seamless transactions, and

GroundUp Studios Launches Creative Council of Producers to Accelerate Web3 Music and Art in Asia

Award-winning producers Derrick Sepnio, Fergus Chow and Jae Chong join Creative Council - with more to come Creative Council's main goal is to support member community in their music career development Producers aim to share professional tips on the music industry; provide insights and mentorship on music creation and production; identify and recruit member artists for potential collaborations and more HONG KONG, May 17, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - GroundUp Studios, a forward-thinking, web3-focused music label today announced its Creative Council of professional veterans in the music industry, to accelerate