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Dynamic Coalition on Blockchain Assurance and Standardization (DC-BAS)

Introduction Blockchains are a promising technology with the potential to transform many industries. However, there are still challenges that need to be addressed before blockchain solutions can reach their full potential. Blockchains are important because they can be used to create secure and transparent systems. For example, blockchains can streamline the delivery of public services to underserved communities and populations, strengthen transparency and integrity for public services, and ultimately build trust amongst all stakeholders. As blockchain technology continues to develop, it is likely to have a major impact on the

United Nations Group Seeks Comments on Blockchain Voting Standards

Hosted by the New York - The United Nations (UN) Internet Governance Forum (IGF) Blockchain Assurance & Standardization Dynamic Coalition has distributed a suite of blockchain standards authored by the Government Blockchain Association (GBA) including standards for the use of blockchain technology in elections. The GBA Voting Working Group that developed the election standard is comprised of election officials, election systems vendors, and blockchain experts from around the world. They are driven by a desire to make elections trustworthy and accessible to all voters. According to Utah County Commissioner, Amelia

Clockout Breaks New Ground in Wage Access. Launches and Expands its Reach to 42 States

Historically, on-demand wage access required significant backend adjustments, coordination and often posed integration hurdles for employers. Clockout, a cutting-edge fintech platform, is pushing the boundaries of the traditional earned wage access model. In a bold move to address common industry challenges, the company has unveiled a streamlined, implementation-free model for employers, eliminating the need for cumbersome contracts and implementations and making offering their workforce immediate access to earned wages effortless. Clockout amplifies businesses' employee motivation, retention, and hiring leverage; while placing the power directly in the hands of the employees

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

Japan Industry Partners Launch Trials to Strengthen Cybersecurity Against Threats in the Telecoms Industry

TOKYO, Aug 1, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Japan KDDI Corporation, KDDI Research, Inc., Fujitsu Limited, NEC Corporation, and Mitsubishi Research Institute, Inc. (MRI), today announced that they will embark on a series of trials exploring the introduction of Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)(1), a list of programs that comprise software, into the communications field including 5G and LTE network equipment with the aim of strengthening cybersecurity, on August 1, 2023. The five companies plan to establish a framework to manage this project and start a survey to address different

Paribus on the Rise

The past few weeks have seen a whirlwind of activity for the team, bridging over to Cardano and raising awareness of Paribus. The upcoming weeks and months will be equally exciting as we are poised to deliver more elements from our roadmap. As more of the circulating PBX supply transitions to Cardano, we’ve been making strides toward getting the token listed on two more decentralized exchanges (DEXs). We’ll be able to announce each one as they launch, so stay tuned to our Discord, Twitter, and Telegram channels for the latest

Stablecoins Under Scrutiny

Amidst the market’s recovery from the recent onslaught of SEC crackdowns, rumors swirl over the potential targeting of stablecoins in their crosshairs. Such a move could have profound implications for cryptocurrency prices, making it crucial to gauge the likelihood of this scenario and the approach regulators might adopt. The largest stablecoins by market cap are Tether’s USDT and Circle’s USDC. Both are pegged to the US dollar and backed by various assets, typically highly liquid instruments like US Treasury bills. In theory, when someone wants to buy stablecoins from an

BREATHE! Convention Charts New Territory with World’s Largest Communal NFT

For Immediate Release June 19, 2023 LAS VEGAS, NV - BREATHE! Convention, a leading event in the emerging tech space, proudly announces a groundbreaking endeavor to set a new Guinness World Record with the creation of the World’s Largest Communal NFT, during its upcoming convention in Las Vegas from September 13 to 15, 2023. At the heart of this year's convention is a monumental collaborative art project spearheaded by tech industry veteran and creative thinker, Aaron Vick. Known for his innovative digital art pieces, Aaron Vick will facilitate the creation

The GBA Recognizes Blockchain Trailblazers

Washington, DC, June 4 2023 – The Government Blockchain Association (GBA) honored exceptional individuals and organizations for their groundbreaking use of blockchain technology in solving public sector challenges. The Annual Achievement Awards, presented on May 24, 2023, in Washington, DC, celebrated this year's outstanding winners. Rosemarie McClean, Chief Executive Officer, and Dino Cataldo Dell’Accio, Chief Information Officer received the award on behalf of the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF), the Organization Award for a digital identity solution that enabled over 23,000 retirees across 180 countries, to provide their

Paribus Vision

For those who missed our announcements on social media, we are thrilled to share the exciting news that our Mainnet v1 will be relaunched on May 31st! The past few weeks have been demanding and challenging, but we couldn’t be happier with our progress. At Paribus, we have always emphasized the importance of security. While we were shocked and saddened by the exploitation of a loophole in our code, we firmly believe in finding the silver lining in every cloud. The steps we’ve taken following this unfortunate incident have made